Accredited Complete Intensive Make Up Diploma

Become a Fully Rounded,Professional Makeup Artist

If you’re serious about building a genuine career as a makeup artist,our Accredited Complete Intensive Make Up Diploma is the most comprehensive route into the industry we offer.This fast-track programme takes you from complete beginner through to a fully rounded makeup artist,covering everything from foundation application through to specialist skills like bridal,vintage,SFX,airbrush and fashion/editorial makeup — all in one structured programme,with 3 months of mentoring included after training.

This course is suitable for total beginners wishing to work as a professional makeup artist across most genres,whether in salon,freelance,or within the media industry,and includes the business skills to set up your own makeup business.

What’s Included

This complete makeup diploma brings together the full range of skills you need to work confidently across every area of professional makeup artistry:

Beginners Beauty Make Up

• Introduction,reception and consultation
• Functions of the skin and skin types
• Muscles and bones of the face and skull
• Contra-indications requiring adaptation
• Contra-indications and contra-actions
• Preparation
• Facial cleanse technique
• Foundation application and colour choice
• Concealing techniques for dark circles and blemishes
• Brush types and their uses
• Eye makeup technique and application for different eye shapes
• Lip techniques and using lip pencils
• Application of strip lashes
• Basic blending
• Treatment adaptation for different client needs
• How to start building a professional makeup kit

Bridal Make Up

• Client consultation forms and mapping
• Contra-indications
• Timing plans for wedding day makeup
• Types of foundations
• Contouring
• Blending
• Eye shadow tips
• False eyelash applications
• Bridal Contemporary Look
• Traditional Bridal Look
• Smokey/Sultry Look
• Bridesmaids and mother of the bride makeup
• Building a professional makeup kit

Vintage Make Up

• Consultation
• Contra-indications and contra-actions
• Skin conditions
• Skin analysis
• Preparation
• 1920s–1990s looks,designing modern day interpretations
• Blocking out brows
• Reshaping lips
• Contouring and highlighting
• Retro eyebrows
• False lashes and flicks

SFX,Casualty and Halloween Make Up

• Client consultation forms
• Contra-indications
• Dirty down technique
• Creating realistic sweat and tears
• Burns and cuts
• Scars and stitches
• Death effects
• Gun shot wounds
• Sex reversal technique
• Facial hair and stubble application
• Ageing technique
• Creating Halloween characters,including skeleton faces and zombie looks

Airbrush Make Up

• Introduction to airbrush makeup
• Contra-indications and contra-actions
• Airbrush control
• Preparation
• Technique for flawless application of foundation
• Contouring and highlighting
• Blusher and bronzer application

Fashion,Editorial and Catwalk Make Up

• The role of the professional makeup artist
• Model preparation
• Beauty makeup and natural looks(the“no makeup”makeup look)
• Makeup application for diverse and deeper skin tones
• Enhancing cheekbones,lips and correcting face shape using contouring for strong editorial looks
• How to choose and apply different skin finishes
• Advanced colour theory and colour harmonies
• Named editorial“hero looks”:fresh-faced glossy/dewy skin,sun-kissed glow,and the classic red-lip and liner look
• False eyelashes,strip and flare,and their application
• Analysing trends in editorial,couture and ready-to-wear makeup
• What a designer’s or photographer’s brief is,and how to use a mood board
• Blocking out eyebrows
• Facial adornment for catwalk and editorial purposes,using materials like gold and silver leaf,gems,stencils and glitter
• Whitening the face for high-impact photography
• How lighting affects makeup application
• Black&white photography-specific makeup adaptation
• Backstage speed techniques for quick base and brow application
• Catwalk backstage etiquette
• Freelance business essentials:insurance,contracts,invoicing and accounts

Practical Training and Assessment

This complete makeup diploma runs across30 hours of online study plus 30 days of practical training,spread over 4 months.You will need to bring your own kit.

Once you’ve completed your training,you’ll also receive3 months of ongoing mentoringto support you as you set up and grow your makeup business — including guidance on starting and marketing yourself as a professional makeup artist.

Certification

Certification is awarded on successful completion of your complete makeup diploma.

Please note:each student has a maximum of 12 months to complete this course once enrolled.

Investment In Your Future

This complete intensive make up diploma is designed for anyone serious about building a genuine,long-term career in makeup artistry.Graduates go on to work across most professional genres — from bridal and vintage through to SFX,fashion and editorial work — equipped with a genuinely broad,professional skill set and a real portfolio and business foundation from day one.

Pay in Full or Spread the Cost

Klarna is available at checkout,allowing you to spread the cost of your complete makeup training and start your new career sooner.Gift vouchers are also available.

Start Your Complete Makeup Artist Career Today

Gain a genuinely comprehensive set of professional makeup skills,a professional portfolio shoot,and the business mentoring to set up your own makeup business.Get in touch with our teamto book your place or ask about upcoming course dates.

Course Structure

• 30 hours online study plus 30 days practical training,spread over 4 months
• Coversbeginners beauty makeup,bridal,vintage,SFX/casualty/Halloween,airbrush,and fashion/editorial/catwalk makeup
• You will need to bring your own kit
• 3 months of mentoring includedafter training to support you as you set up and grow your makeup business
• Certificates awarded on completion
• Must be completed within 12 monthsof enrolment
• Klarna payment plans availableat checkout

FAQ Section

How long does the Complete Intensive Make Up Diploma take?The course runs across 30 hours of online study plus 30 days of practical training,spread over 4 months.

Do I need previous makeup experience to join this course?No,this course takes you from complete beginner through to a fully rounded professional makeup artist.

Is there support after the course finishes?Yes,you’ll receive 3 months of mentoring after training to support you as you set up and grow your makeup business.

Will I learn business skills as well as makeup technique?Yes,starting and marketing your own makeup business is covered,along with 3 months of mentoring after training.

Do I need to bring my own kit?Yes,you will need to bring your own kit for this course.

How long do I have to complete the course?Each student has a maximum of 12 months to complete the course once enrolled.

Can I pay for my course in instalments?Yes,flexible payment plans are available through Klarna at checkout