Learn to master the skills and industry tricks in beauty makeup on this foundation makeup course. This is a great platform to help you build your career as a professional makeup artist.
Overview
Our Beauty Makeup Diploma is a great place to begin your career. It gives you a solid foundation in both technical skills and application. And, you’ll train in an industry atmosphere at LCS London with the best makeup brands currently – in an intimate setting a maximum of 8 other artists.
Our makeup course offers 100% practical lessons, taught by expert makeup artists, currently working in the industry. We’ll help you develop your colour perception and artistic ability, as well as the key skills needed to succeed. These include patience, tact, communication and relationship building, with the ability to work effortlessly under pressure.
All classes are taught in a welcoming and engaging environment as you master the fundamentals of beauty makeup. You’ll develop the skill, confidence and creative dexterity to stand out.
As part of your course, you’ll also receive:
- LCS Masterclass and personalised tuition
- 1-to-1 studio Time
- Access to respected beauty photographer
- Working with London agency represented models
- Working with established hair artist and fashion stylists
- 9 portfolio retouched images (additional images available)
- Industry expertise to develop a beautiful curated industry level portfolio of works
Is it right for you?
You’ll learn the skills and knowledge needed to begin a career in:
- Beauty makeup for personal clients
- Beauty makeup for magazines
- Commercial beauty makeup (advertising & creative agencies)
- E-commerce & Brand makeup
- Beauty makeup for TV, Celebrity & Media
- Beauty Features Writing
Topics
- Introduction to Makeup
- Code of practice
- Health & safety
- How to liaise with the client
- Skin Types, Face Shape
- Skin analysis
- Facial structure
- Prepping skin
- History of makeup
- Makeup Kit, Tools and Products
- Introduction to brushes
- Variation of makeup tools
- Understanding cosmetic ingredients
- Colour Theory
- Brows
- Brow shape/pluck/thread
- Methods of shaping & contouring
- Makeup Application & Technique (Natural Part 1)
- Natural/daytime makeup application
- Prep skin
- Colour correction
- Makeup base, foundations and concealer
- Eye makeup
- Natural eyes
- Eyebrows
- Natural eyes
- Cheek & lips
- Setting tips & tricks
- Bridal makeup discussion
- Who’s Who
- Who is who on set
- Cream on Creams Products
- Makeup Application & Technique (Glamour & Creative Part 2)
- Glamorous & Creature makeup application:
- Prep skin
- Colour correct
- Illuminate
- Foundation
- Concealing
- Eye makeup
- Smokey/liner/lash
- Jewels and adornment
- Eyelash application
- Cheeks & Lips
- Portfolio Building Techniques leading to Portfolio Building 3 Day
- Pre-shoot talk with a photographer – working in the makeup industry
- 1 Beauty portfolio shoot 1 Creative portfolio shoot
Fees From
2022
£895
All makeup course fees can be made by interest-free instalment payments. Please contact the LCS team for a person plan today.
Please Note: Places are in high demand, therefore a deposit must be received to secure your place on this course. For more information on fees, deposits and refunds, please refer to our Terms & Conditions.
Course Dates
TBA
Entry Requirements
This training is suitable for beginners taking you to an intermediate level and requires some coursework. You will need to have a competent understanding of spoken and written English (IELTS level 6 or equivalent).
You must be over 18 years old. The course assumes a moderate level of digital literacy including how to use web browsers, search engines, word processing software (e.g., Word, Pages) and engagement with social media platforms (e.g., Instagram, Pinterest). Access to a laptop or tablet is advised, although the course can also be accessed by smartphone.
Finance Your Course
LCS is delighted to offer applicants a personalised interest-free repayment plan. Simply choose “YES” when asked ‘Do you require finance?’ within your online application.
Campus Address
London College of Style
CIEE Global Building
46-47 Russell Square
Bloomsbury
London WC1B 4JP
You’ll learn the skills and knowledge needed to begin a career in:
- Beauty makeup for personal clients
- Beauty makeup for magazines
- Commercial beauty makeup (advertising & creative agencies)
- E-commerce & Brand makeup
- Beauty makeup for TV, Celebrity & Media
- Beauty Features Writing
- Introduction to Makeup
- Code of practice
- Health & safety
- How to liaise with the client
- Skin Types, Face Shape
- Skin analysis
- Facial structure
- Prepping skin
- History of makeup
- Makeup Kit, Tools and Products
- Introduction to brushes
- Variation of makeup tools
- Understanding cosmetic ingredients
- Colour Theory
- Brows
- Brow shape/pluck/thread
- Methods of shaping & contouring
- Makeup Application & Technique (Natural Part 1)
- Natural/daytime makeup application
- Prep skin
- Colour correction
- Makeup base, foundations and concealer
- Eye makeup
- Natural eyes
- Eyebrows
- Natural eyes
- Cheek & lips
- Setting tips & tricks
- Bridal makeup discussion
- Who’s Who
- Who is who on set
- Cream on Creams Products
- Makeup Application & Technique (Glamour & Creative Part 2)
- Glamorous & Creature makeup application:
- Prep skin
- Colour correct
- Illuminate
- Foundation
- Concealing
- Eye makeup
- Smokey/liner/lash
- Jewels and adornment
- Eyelash application
- Cheeks & Lips
- Portfolio Building Techniques leading to Portfolio Building 3 Day
- Pre-shoot talk with a photographer – working in the makeup industry
- 1 Beauty portfolio shoot 1 Creative portfolio shoot
2022
£895
All makeup course fees can be made by interest-free instalment payments. Please contact the LCS team for a person plan today.
Please Note: Places are in high demand, therefore a deposit must be received to secure your place on this course. For more information on fees, deposits and refunds, please refer to our Terms & Conditions.
TBA
This training is suitable for beginners taking you to an intermediate level and requires some coursework. You will need to have a competent understanding of spoken and written English (IELTS level 6 or equivalent).
You must be over 18 years old. The course assumes a moderate level of digital literacy including how to use web browsers, search engines, word processing software (e.g., Word, Pages) and engagement with social media platforms (e.g., Instagram, Pinterest). Access to a laptop or tablet is advised, although the course can also be accessed by smartphone.
LCS is delighted to offer applicants a personalised interest-free repayment plan. Simply choose “YES” when asked ‘Do you require finance?’ within your online application.
London College of Style
CIEE Global Building
46-47 Russell Square
Bloomsbury
London WC1B 4JP
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We have been working with LCS for our dressing teams at London Fashion Week for the past 8 years. They are a pleasure to partner with and help ensure backstage runs seamlessly by providing us with exceptional students. We rely on LCS each season to deliver us the very best team – thank you!
