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Master every technique from flawless base application to bold editorial looks in one comprehensive makeup course. You'll learn professional skills covering skin prep, color theory, contouring, eye artistry, and business fundamentals. Whether you're starting from scratch or leveling up, this course gives you the tools to work on any client, for any occasion.

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What you will learn:

This course covers the full spectrum of professional makeup artistry, starting with skin science, tool identification, and sanitation standards. You'll develop precision in foundation matching, concealer placement, and setting techniques that last all day. From there, you'll master contouring for every face shape, eye looks for every eye shape, and brow techniques that frame the face. You'll also explore bridal, editorial, and film makeup, plus inclusive techniques for diverse skin tones, ages, and gender identities. By the end, you'll have the skills and business knowledge to launch or grow your career as a makeup artist.

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Course Content

8 Chapters • 38 LessonsDuration between 4 and 360 hours (you decide)

Chapter 1See details

Foundations of Makeup Artistry

  • Lesson 1 • Sanitation and Hygiene Standards

    Establishes professional sanitation protocols for tools, surfaces, and shared products. Compliance protects clients and meets industry hygiene requirements.

  • Lesson 2 • Identifying Skin Types and Conditions

    Teaches visual and tactile assessment of oily, dry, combination, and sensitive skin. Accurate classification drives correct primer and foundation choices throughout the course.

  • Lesson 3 • Skin Anatomy and Physiology Basics

    Covers skin layers, sebaceous activity, and how structure affects product adhesion. Establishes the biological rationale for all subsequent product selection decisions.

  • Lesson 4 • Brush and Tool Identification

    Introduces every essential brush, sponge, and applicator with its specific function. Students match tools to techniques before touching any product.

  • Lesson 5 • Color Theory Fundamentals

    Explains the color wheel, undertones, and complementary color relationships as applied to makeup. This framework underpins every correcting, contouring, and blending decision ahead.

Chapter 2See details

Skin Preparation and Primer Application

  • Lesson 1 • Primer Application Techniques

    Demonstrates finger, brush, and sponge application methods for even primer coverage. Technique choice affects texture smoothing and product economy.

  • Lesson 2 • Moisturizing and SPF Layering

    Teaches moisturizer selection by skin type and correct SPF layering sequence. Hydration level directly affects foundation adherence and longevity.

  • Lesson 3 • Primer Types and Their Functions

    Differentiates silicone, water-based, color-correcting, and illuminating primers by purpose. Students match primer category to client skin concern and makeup goal.

  • Lesson 4 • Cleansing and Toning the Skin

    Covers double-cleanse technique and toner application to balance pH before makeup. Proper prep prevents pilling and ensures even product distribution.

Chapter 3See details

Foundation and Concealer Mastery

  • Lesson 1 • Setting the Base for Longevity

    Introduces setting powders and sprays to lock foundation and concealer in place. Correct setting technique prevents creasing, oxidation, and midday breakdown.

  • Lesson 2 • Concealer Selection and Placement

    Covers under-eye, blemish, and contour concealer shades and their correct placement zones. Strategic concealer use reduces foundation load and brightens key facial areas.

  • Lesson 3 • Foundation Formula Categories

    Compares liquid, cream, powder, stick, and serum foundations by coverage and finish. Formula knowledge prevents mismatched results before application begins.

  • Lesson 4 • Shade Matching Across Skin Tones

    Teaches jaw-line testing, natural light assessment, and undertone matching for accurate shade selection. Correct shade matching is the single most visible indicator of professional skill.

  • Lesson 5 • Foundation Application Methods

    Demonstrates brush, sponge, and finger techniques for different coverage and finish goals. Each method produces a distinct texture and requires specific product consistency.

Chapter 4See details

Contouring, Highlighting, and Blush

  • Lesson 1 • Highlighting Techniques and Products

    Covers powder, liquid, and cream highlighters and their placement on high points of the face. Highlight intensity and placement control the perceived luminosity of the skin.

  • Lesson 2 • Blush Application and Color Selection

    Teaches blush shade selection by skin tone and placement by face shape for a healthy flush. Blush unifies contour and highlight into a cohesive, dimensional look.

  • Lesson 3 • Face Shape Analysis

    Teaches measurement-based identification of oval, round, square, heart, and oblong face shapes. Shape analysis determines every placement decision in this chapter.

  • Lesson 4 • Contour Product Selection

    Differentiates matte powder, cream, and stick contour products by skin type and finish goal. Product choice determines blendability and how natural the shadow reads.

  • Lesson 5 • Contour Placement by Face Shape

    Maps contour placement zones for each face shape to create the illusion of ideal proportions. Placement precision separates professional results from amateur application.

Chapter 5See details

Eye Makeup Fundamentals

  • Lesson 1 • Eye Anatomy and Shape Assessment

    Identifies monolid, hooded, almond, round, deep-set, and close-set eye shapes. Shape assessment drives every shadow placement and liner decision in this chapter.

  • Lesson 2 • Eye Shadow Primer and Base

    Covers eye shadow primer application and skin-tone base shades that intensify pigment and prevent creasing. A proper base doubles shadow longevity and color payoff.

  • Lesson 3 • Eye Shadow Blending Techniques

    Teaches transition, lid, and crease color placement with windshield-wiper and circular blending motions. Seamless blending is the defining skill of professional eye work.

  • Lesson 4 • Eyeliner Application Methods

    Demonstrates pencil, gel, and liquid liner techniques for tightlining, lash lines, and graphic looks. Liner choice and hand stability determine precision and style range.

  • Lesson 5 • Mascara and False Lash Application

    Covers mascara wand technique, curl, and layering, plus strip and individual false lash application. Lash enhancement completes the eye and frames the overall look.

Chapter 6See details

Brow Shaping and Definition

  • Lesson 1 • Filling and Defining Brow Techniques

    Demonstrates hair-stroke, ombre, and block-fill techniques for sparse, full, and asymmetrical brows. Technique selection is matched to the client's natural brow density.

  • Lesson 2 • Brow Anatomy and Mapping

    Teaches the three-point mapping method to locate brow start, arch, and tail relative to facial features. Accurate mapping prevents asymmetry and ensures proportional results.

  • Lesson 3 • Brow Grooming Techniques

    Covers tweezing, threading, waxing, and trimming to clean brow shape before filling. Grooming creates the clean canvas that makes filled brows look intentional.

  • Lesson 4 • Brow Product Selection

    Differentiates pencil, powder, pomade, gel, and tinted brow products by hair density and desired finish. Product choice determines whether brows read natural or defined.

Chapter 7See details

Lip Makeup Techniques

  • Lesson 1 • Lip Prep and Longevity Strategies

    Teaches exfoliation, balm priming, and setting powder techniques that extend lip color wear. Prepped lips prevent color bleeding and improve formula adhesion.

  • Lesson 2 • Lipstick and Lip Color Application

    Covers brush, bullet, and finger application of cream, matte, satin, and sheer lipstick formulas. Formula and application method determine finish, longevity, and comfort.

  • Lesson 3 • Lip Liner Application and Reshaping

    Teaches liner selection, over-lining, under-lining, and precise Cupid's bow tracing techniques. Liner creates the boundary that keeps color in place and defines lip shape.

  • Lesson 4 • Lip Anatomy and Shape Assessment

    Identifies thin, full, uneven, and downturned lip shapes and their corrective makeup strategies. Shape awareness prevents misapplication and guides liner placement decisions.

  • Lesson 5 • Gloss, Stain, and Liquid Lip Products

    Differentiates gloss, lip stain, and liquid lipstick by finish, wear time, and application method. Each formula requires a distinct technique to avoid patchiness and feathering.

Chapter 8See details

Complete Look Creation and Finishing

  • Lesson 1 • Professional Finishing and Quality Check

    Covers final blending, cleanup, and multi-angle quality assessment before presenting the finished look. A systematic finishing routine distinguishes professional from amateur results.

  • Lesson 2 • Bridal Makeup Considerations

    Addresses longevity, photography performance, and emotional client management for bridal work. Bridal makeup must withstand extended wear, tears, and varied lighting conditions.

  • Lesson 3 • Evening and Glamour Looks

    Teaches full-coverage base, dramatic eye, and bold lip construction for evening occasions. Glamour looks demand precise layering and product compatibility across formulas.

  • Lesson 4 • Look Planning and Client Briefing

    Covers mood board creation, client consultation, and translating a brief into a step-by-step plan. Planning prevents mid-application errors and aligns expectations before work begins.

  • Lesson 5 • Everyday and Natural Makeup Looks

    Builds a no-makeup makeup look using skin-enhancing products and minimal color. Natural looks require precise blending and restraint, making them technically demanding.

Certification

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This course is for you:

  • Aspiring makeup artists: ready to turn a passion into a profession.

  • Salon professionals: wanting to expand services beyond hair or nails.

  • Career changers: seeking a creative, client-facing role with real income.

  • Beauty enthusiasts: committed to moving beyond YouTube tutorials for good.

  • Estheticians: looking to add makeup artistry to their existing skill set.

  • Event coordinators: wanting in-house makeup skills for styled shoots and clients.

What our students say

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