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Professional Makeup Techniques Bundle
International Open Academy

3 Online Courses | CPD UK & ICOES Accreditation | Buy this bundle and avail of a FREE 1-month membership to 300+ courses

Summary

Price
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£19 inc VAT (was £35)
Offer ends 28 January 2026
Study method
Online
Duration
110 hours · Self-paced
Access to content
60 days
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
110 CPD hours / points
Certificates
  • Proof of Completion - Free
Assessment details
  • Module Exams (included in price)

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Overview

Become a professional Makeup Artist today: Whether you're looking for makeup classes for beginners, or you're an experienced makeup artist and want to learn new techniques to apply makeup in a more professional and creative way, we got you covered!

Watch the video tutorials in this bundle to find the look you love. See how to highlight like a pro and get the perfect makeup look for every occasion.

Courses included:

  • Makeup Artistry
  • Bridal & Special Occasions Makeup
  • Makeup for the Everyday Woman

BONUS:

As part of your 1 FREE month membership access, you also gain free access to 300+ professional and personal development certified courses.

KEY COURSE BENEFITS:

  • 60-Day access - Study at your own pace
  • Internationally-recognised CPD accredited course
  • Start learning straightaway from any laptop or mobile device in any country

This fully-accredited Makeup Artist course will enable you to:

  • Understand the best types of makeup to use for yourself and your clients.
  • Master application techniques to enhance features while incorporating requests and trends.
  • Learn how to incorporate a color palette into your makeup to coordinate with an event.
  • Understand how photography and lighting can effect makeup, and learn how to apply makeup to look best in those situations.
  • Learn tips and tricks to increase the longevity of makeup wear, and keep the makeup you apply looking flawless all day long.
  • Gain knowledge of product specifics to identify what items work best for individual client.
  • Know how to prepare yourself or your bride for the big day.
  • Leave armed with information on the business aspect of wedding and events makeup.
  • Create many different day makeup looks and evening makeup looks
  • Look after your skin according to skin type and age
  • Get the perfect eyebrow shape
  • Create a flawless nude makeup look
  • Know what to put into your personal makeup kit

Certificates

Proof of Completion

Digital certificate - Included

Assessment details

Module Exams

Included in course price

CPD

110 CPD hours / points
Accredited by The CPD Certification Service

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Description

If becoming a makeup artist is the career you've been dreaming about, then this course is the perfect foundation for you.

Whether you want to freelance at weddings, work in TV or cinema, in a beauty salon, become a writer or even a youtuber - the opportunities are enormous when you're a professional Make-up Artist.

Get hands-on skills that you can take immediately to the makeup table.

The primary goal of this makeup artist bundle is to ensure that you walk away with applicable skills that will help you no matter what you intend to do.

Some of the skills you'll learn include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Skin Care - Master skin care routines, makeup and foundation applications. Information on preparation and aftercare practices and techniques for skin health will help you make the right decisions for each client. With tips like applying makeup to oily skin, which products work for sensitive skin, and aftercare for dry skin, you'll learn to work with every skin type.
  • Corrections - From applying foundation to using makeup contouring to shade and correct features based on face shape, you'll be able to smooth and correct any face. Tools - Build your makeup kit, select the best makeup tools, and learn how to use them
  • Eyes And Brows - Learn to contour for different eye types, and learn how to flatter eye colors and shapes. You'll also learn critical information on shading and creating shapes using the natural brow.
  • False Eyelashes - Applying false eyelashes and eyelash extensions requires much skill, and you'll learn that and more including initial application, maintenance, types, and safe removal.
  • Makeup for different ages - Different ages require a different approach to makeup. Learn what makeup is more suitable for the different age groups.
  • Makeup styles - Learn how to choose the right makeup for different occasions such as daytime, evening & parties.

How is the Professional Makeup Techniques bundle assessed?

There is a short multiple choice exam at the end of each module for you to take and you’ll know your score immediately.

By studying Make-U Artistry online with IOA, you do not pay an extra fee for sitting an exam or have to wait for a set date to sit an exam.

Makeup Artistry Course Syllabus:

Module 1: Skin Types

  • Introduction
  • Normal skin
  • Combination skin
  • Dry skin
  • Oily skin
  • Sensitive skin
  • Determining skin type
  • Makeup removal
  • Skin care

Module 2: Contouring

  • Introduction
  • Skin tones and undertones
  • Color correctors
  • Contouring, highlighting, and strobing
  • Different face shapes and enhancement techniques
  • Tips and tricks

Module 3: Tools

  • Introduction to tools
  • Brushes: natural and synthetic
  • Brush types
  • Products

Module 4: Foundations And Corrections

  • Introduction
  • Types and textures
  • Makeup allergy testing
  • Correcting problem skin
  • Choosing a foundation shade to suit skin tone
  • Color wheel

Module 5: Color

  • Introduction
  • Identifying the correct color palette
  • Eye color
  • Skin tones
  • Hair tones

Module 6: Eye Makeup

  • Introduction
  • Applying eye makeup to suit eye shapes
  • Choosing eyeshadow to suit eye color
  • Eye makeup: video tutorial
  • How to apply eyeliner: video tutorial
  • How to use an eyelash curler: video tutorial

Module 7: Eyebrow Grooming

  • Introduction
  • Eyebrows in general
  • Corrections for eyebrows
  • Eyebrow makeup: video tutorial
  • Perfectly defined eyebrows

Module 8: Lip Makeup

  • Introduction
  • Types of lip products
  • Lip types
  • How to determine lipstick shades
  • Lip makeup: video tutorial

Module 9: Makeup Styles

  • Introduction
  • Makeup for daytime
  • Makeup for afternoon
  • Makeup for evening and parties
  • Smoky eyes
  • Nude makeup
  • Bridal makeup
  • Makeup for the groom

Module 10: False Eyelashes And Eyelash Extensions

  • Introduction
  • Types of false lashes
  • Practical use of false lashes
  • Attaching false eyelashes
  • Removing false eyelashes
  • Introduction to eyelash extensions
  • Kit required for eyelash extensions
  • Step-by-step attachment of extensions
  • Customer tips
  • Maintenance sessions

Module 11: Makeup For Different Ages

  • Introduction
  • Women in their 20s
  • Women in their 30s
  • Women in their 40s
  • Women in their 50s
  • Women over 60
  • Makeup mistakes that can age

Module 12: Health And Safety

  • Introduction
  • Cleaning and hygiene
  • Stocking up
  • Good practices for prevention of infection and contagion

Module 13: Creating Your Makeup Kit

  • Introduction
  • Personal kit
  • The basic professional kit
  • The complete professional kit
  • Typical makeup kit pricing
  • Our recommended products

Module 14: Getting Started

  • Introduction
  • The importance of having a license
  • Staying on top of beauty trends
  • Getting your makeup career off the ground
  • Research before you begin

Bridal & Special Occasions Makeup Course Syllabus:

Module 1: Face Makeup

  • 1.1 Preparing the skin
  • 1.2 Sunless Tanning
  • 1.3 Face Makeup
  • 1.4 Foundation Application

Module 2: Eye Makeup

  • 2.1 Defining the eye shape
  • 2.2 Application tips for each eye shape
  • 2.3 Eyeshadow
  • 2.4 Eyeliner
  • 2.5 Mascara
  • 2.6 False Lashes

Module 3: Lips, Cheeks & Brows

  • 3.1 Lip Products
  • 3.2 Cheeks
  • 3.3 Eyebrows

Module 4: Special Considerations For Weddings & Events

  • 4.1 Photography
  • 4.2 Lighting
  • 4.3 Durability

Module 5: Bridal & Special Occasion Makeup As A Business

  • 5.1Finding clientele
  • 5.2 Preparing for the big day
  • 5.3 Creating your kit
  • 5.4 Managing event day
  • 5.5 Growing your business

Makeup for the Everyday Woman Course Syllabus:

Module 1: Natural Beauty And Healthy Glow

  • Cleansing, Exfoliating, and Toning the Skin
  • Identifying Your Skin Type
  • DIY Skincare Treatments
  • Ageless Skin (mature 50+)
  • Ageless Skin (middle-aged 35-50)
  • Ageless Skin (adulthood 25-35)
  • Getting the Perfect Eyebrow Shape – video tutorial
  • Eyebrow Hair Removal
  • Defining the Brows with Makeup

Module 2: The “no Makeup” Look

  • Learn Your Makeup Terms
  • Priming the Skin
  • Foundation Types and Textures
  • Choosing Foundation to Suit Skin Tone – video tutorial
  • Correctors and Concealers – video tutorial
  • Setting with Bronzer
  • Nude Makeup

Module 3: Soft Makeup For Daytime And Work

  • Finding YOUR Best Color Palette
  • Applying Eye Makeup for Every Eye Shape
  • Eye Makeup Application – video tutorial
  • Eyeliner and Mascara
  • How to Apply Eyeliner – video tutorial
  • Choosing Lipstick
  • Lip Makeup - video tutorial
  • Makeup for Daytime
  • Daytime Looks – video tutorial

Module 4: Get Glam! Evening Makeup

  • Prepping Skin for Long-Lasting Makeup
  • Easy Contouring Technique – video tutorial
  • Highlighters –Cream or Powder? – video tutorial
  • Makeup Looks for Evening and Parties – video tutorial
  • The Classic Smoky Eye – video tutorial
  • Working with False Lashes – video tutorial

Module 5: Create Your Own Makeup Kit

  • Your Personal Makeup Kit
  • All About Brushes
  • Makeup Essentials
  • Kit Pricing
  • Cleaning and Hygiene
  • Staying on Top of Beauty Trends

Who is this course for?

For individuals interested in learning more about the exciting and challenging careers available for makeup artists. From high fashion and Broadway to hometown weddings, there is always a demand for skilled makeup artists.

Perhaps you'd like to become a beauty blogger, or simply improve your skills for personal use? This course will help any person learn foundational skills and build on them to achieve great results!

Requirements

This TProfessional Makeup Techniques Bundle is open to all, with no formal entry requirements.

Career path

  • Be inspired to work in the beauty industry as a makeup artist or stylist
  • Do wedding makeup or makeup for special occasions
  • Work in a department store or beauty store advising customers on makeup products and makeup techniques

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Sophie asked:

Does this course mean you can apply & obtain insurance to work on clients?

Answer:

Hi Sophie, Thank you for your query. Getting an insurance after doing the "Professional Makeup Techniques" course depends on the institution you are dealing with. You will need to look for an insurance company that covers online training. Kaoutar - IOA Team

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