Education
In partnership with The Makeup Academy NYC, we offer personalized and professional hair and makeup classes designed to cater to the everyday makeup lover through advanced makeup artists!
Iconic makeup programs
The Makeup Academy is redefining beauty education in Philadelphia, bringing a decade of expertise in professional makeup artistry to uncover the city's next top makeup talent. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills at an advanced level, our hands-on training will give you the techniques, confidence, and industry insights to turn your passion into a career.
Think you have what it takes? Join us and step into the world of beauty like never before.
Master Makeup Program
If becoming a makeup artist has always been a dream of yours, you will want to join our Master Makeup Artistry Program.
The Master Makeup Artistry program in Philadelphia will fully equip you with industry skills and tools you need to thrive as a freelance makeup artist. This complete makeup training consists of 90 in-class hours of makeup and hairstyling education for makeup artists. Through a series of advanced makeup classes, you will learn the fundamentals and techniques of makeup artistry while also focusing on crucial skills such as skin prep, sanitation standards, and hairstyling.
In addition to in-depth training, you’ll also receive practice hours, photoshoot opportunities at our NYC campus, and various opportunities to extend your portfolio, such as collaborating with photographers and expanding your professional network. Our master makeup class in Philadelphia is designed to help you build and arrange your portfolio, stay competitive within the industry, and let your creativity speak for itself.
Program Essentials
- Program Essentials 90 in-class training hours in MAKEUP and hairstyling
- Sanitation standards with certification and Sanitation Kit
- PROFESSIONAL MAKEUP KIT ($900+ Value)
- 2 PHOTOSHOOTS (Completed at our NYC campus–priceless real-world experience)
- Professionally retouched photos from each shoot – A total of 12-15 at graduation
- Complete education in all areas of makeup from beauty and bridal through creative, editorial, fashion makeup, and more…
- Opportunity to work closely with our dream team
Curriculum
Beauty Lessons
Introduction & Makeup Foundations
Basic & Advanced Smokey Eye
Cat Eye Techniques
Romantic Smokey Techniques
Glamour Lessons
Colorful Smokey Eye
Glamour Makeup Application
Burlesque Makeup
Halo Eye & Wet Look
Bridal Lessons
Airbrush Introduction
Bridal Glamour Makeup
Ethnic Bridal Makeup/Mature Skin
Photoshoot
Fashion & Creative
Creative Photo Makeup
Runway Makeup
Editorial Makeup
Photoshoot
Period Makeup
TV, Video, Period
Business, Branding, Marketing
Basic Hairstyling
Photoshoot
Blowout Basics, Curling Technique, Waving, Various Braiding Techniques, Straightening
Bridal Hairstyling
Modern And Classic Bridal Updos And Ponytails, Extensions
Red Carpet Hairstyling, High Fashion Updos And Fashion Ponytail, Period Inspired Looks
Tuition & Financing
We have financial plans for everyone who has the passion and drive to be a part of this $575 Billion Dollar beauty industry. If you can dream it, we can help you make that dream a reality…just ask our thousands of graduates from all over the world who have come before you.
Let nothing stand in your way- CALL US NOW & take the first step to living your dream in the beauty world.
$6000
Weekday or Evening Schedule Options
Includes Non-Refundable $200 Registration Fee
Professional Makeup Kit
The professional makeup kit includes:
Makeup Forever HD Skin Undetectable Longwear Foundation – 4 Shades
Makeup Forever Full Cover Extreme Cream Concealer – 3 Shades
Makeup Forever Brow Gel
Makeup Forever Step 1 Hydrating Primer
Makeup Forever Lash Arresting Volume Mascara
Inglot Translucent Loose Powder
Inglot AMC Eyeliner Gel 77
Inglot Duraline
Lorac Pro Palette – 25 Shade Lip Palette
Imagic Camouflage Cream Palette
BH Classic Blush – 10 Color Palette
LA Girl Contour Palette – 2 palettes
24-Piece Set: Professional Makeup Brush Kit
Metal Plate with Spatula
Inglot Makeup Brush 31T
Zuca Artist Backpack
Ardel Demi Whispies Strip Lash
Individual Lashes – Small, Medium and Large
Duo Lash Glue
Waterproof Makeup Remover
Micellar Water
Carmex Lip Balm
Beauty & Bridal Program
Our Beauty and Bridal Makeup Program is an extraordinary journey into the world of makeup artistry, designed to equip you with the skills, knowledge, and hands-on experience needed to excel in the exciting world of beauty and bridal makeup! Our comprehensive curriculum includes 54 hours of hands-on, in-class training. It is your gateway to mastering the essential techniques and nuances of makeup artistry and hairstyling; all centered around the bridal and beauty world.
This program will teach you everything you need to know about the bridal industry, how to create stunning bridal looks, and how to thrive while working with private clients and bridal teams. Taking in the vast knowledge of our amazing instructors, this program will unlock your full potential as a bridal artist.
Program Essentials
- 54 In-Class Training Hours
- 3 or 7 Week Program depending on schedule
- 14 Dynamic Lessons
- Foundations in basics, beauty and bridal
- Learn how to find clients, price your services, manage your schedule, utilize social marketing, and much more in our Business of Bridal Class
- Build your portfolio with photoshoots working with top NYC models in our PRO studio with photographers and a wardrobe closet for styling
- Sanitation Class with Certificate–sign of a professional artist
Curriculum
Intro, Skin Prep & Color Match
Tools, Brushes & Materials
Sanitation Standards, Hygiene And Prep Techniques
Skin Philosophy & Skin Analysis
Skincare Overview
Color Theory And Color Wheel
Corrective Makeup Techniques
Perfect Complexion
HD Makeup
Perfect No Makeup Makeup Look
Soft Smokey Eye
Eyes, Lips, And Brows
Eye & Lips Shapes
Winged Liner
Perfect Red Lip
Sculpted Brow
Face Shapes & Creating Dimension
Face Shapes
Contour + Highlight
Dramatic Smokey Eye
Cream Products & Contouring
Understanding Cream Products
Colorful Cream Eyeshadow
Halo Eye & Strobing
Perfect Halo Eye
Strobing Techniques
Social Media & Trends
Managing Your Social Presence
Strategies To Use Social Media As An MUA
Understanding Trends
Fox Eye
Reverse Cat Eye
Glitter And Stone Application
Fluffy Brow
Photoshoot Education
Photoshoot Intro
On-Set Etiquette
Model And Photographer Intro
Bridal Airbrush & Mature Skin
Airbrush Makeup Application
Skin Prep For Bridal
Working With Mature Skin
Individual Lash Application
Bridal & Business Of Bridal
Bridal Resource Guide
Bridal Consultations & Trials
Contracts, Schedules, Invoices + Pricing
Bridal Teams
Dramatic Bridal Glam
Longwear Lipstick Techniques
Global Bridal & Cut Crease
Global Bridal Trends
Cut Crease
Photoshoot
Graduation Photoshoot (3 Looks On Professional Models)
Working On Set
Tuition & Financing
Are you looking to take your first steps toward becoming a makeup artist working with clients on beauty, glam, and bridal looks? Then, you should dare to dream and enroll in our Beauty & Bridal Makeup Program at The Makeup Academy. We have professional career admission advisors ready to help you and discuss payment plans and class schedules. Don’t wait. Call/text us today at (332) 334-8848.
Believe in yourself, trust your instincts, and show us your passion. We will customize a plan for you. You have always wanted to do this. Now is YOUR time!
$4000
*Includes $100 Nonrefundable Registration Fee
Professional Makeup Kit
The professional makeup kit includes:
Makeup Forever HD Skin Undetectable Longwear Foundation – 4 Shades
Makeup Forever Full Cover Extreme Cream Concealer – 3 Shades
Makeup Forever Brow Gel
Makeup Forever Step 1 Hydrating Primer
Makeup Forever Lash Arresting Volume Mascara
Inglot Translucent Loose Powder
Inglot AMC Eyeliner Gel 77
Inglot Duraline
Lorac Pro Palette – 25 Shade Lip Palette
Imagic Camouflage Cream Palette
BH Classic Blush – 10 Color Palette
LA Girl Contour Palette – 2 palettes
24-Piece Set: Professional Makeup Brush Kit
Metal Plate with Spatula
Inglot Makeup Brush 31T
Zuca Artist Backpack
Ardel Demi Whispies Strip Lash
Individual Lashes – Small, Medium and Large
Duo Lash Glue
Waterproof Makeup Remover
Micellar Water
Carmex Lip Balm
Personal Makeup Class
Are you a makeup beginner looking for confidence in executing day-to-evening everyday makeup looks? Then, our personal makeup classes at The Makeup Academy are the perfect fit for you! Work alongside our amazing instructors as they walk you through the basics of makeup—understanding your skin tone, how to properly prep skin, and executing the perfect glowy skin look everyone wants—and then elevate your makeup confidence in a short four-hour class! Our personal program is also great for a group outing.
- Personal skin assessment
- One:one instruction with our talented artist in:
- Flawless base
- Blush, bronzer, and highlight
- Brows and prep
- Eyeshadow and eyeliner
- Mascara
Cost
Working through a four-hour session, including a lunch break, our Personal Makeup Class will ensure anyone leaves with the confidence to execute an everyday makeup application and how to transition that to an evening look or customize the 4 hour course to exactly what you want to learn or perfect. Learn with our professionally licensed instructors.
Register for just $200 today, and the final payment of $200 is due before the class.
$400/4 hours
Enroll now or text /call for more information.
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