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Back By Popular Demand: Hairstyling for Makeup Artists!

November 12th-15th | 10am-2pm

Looking to add a little flair to your hair this holiday season? Join our Intensive Hairstyling for Makeup Artists workshop where you’ll learn all about styling, techniques, and hair tools from professional cosmetologists!

During this three day workshop, instructors will focus on the use of multiple hairstyling tools, braiding, backcombing, up-do’s, down do’s and the art of pin curling—answering any questions you have along the way!

Optional Day 4 Advanced Class Available on November 15th, 2019
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Day 4 will focus on Advanced Editorial Styles and Current Trends
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$150 to attend this day only, or $100 if already attending the workshop
-Must have previous hairstyling workshop or experience to attend Day 4

Check out some of the hairstyles from our previous workshops below!

Make Up First at Tms Chicago

The largest pro-focused beauty event in the US returns to Chicago with the most innovative brands and artists in today’s beauty industry! At The Makeup Show, artists of all levels can meet industry leaders, restock their kits, and learn new skills that will bring their careers to the next level.

Experience 4 stages of education filled with legendary artists and industry experts, including Make Up First founder, Jill Glaser! Make sure to stop by the Make Up First booth (Booth C6) to get great deals on your favorite products and be the first to try the new ATTN! Beauty products!

Make Up First’s Jill Glaser: Male Grooming 101
Saturday, October 5th—10:45am to 11:30am
Seminar Stage B

Stop by for the launch of the NEW products from ATTN! Beauty: Makeup Sanitizer Mist, No-Rinse Makeup Remover Foam and Makeup Mixing Medium! Get them for $15 each, or a TRIO for $35!

CE Hours - Make Up First!
Continuing Education Hours at Make Up First

Every two years cosmetologists and estheticians must fulfill between 10 to 14 hours of Continuing Education to keep their license active under the Illinois Barber Act. While half of the required hours can be completed online, the other half must be earned in the classroom. At Make Up First, many of our courses and workshops are approved for Continuing Education Hours, and are suitable for all skill levels— from two hour, demo-only workshops to immersive, hands-on courses.

Check out our upcoming workshops and courses below to see what’s right for you!


TEMPTU CERTIFIED AIRBRUSH BRIDAL
SEPTEMBER 23RD | 10AM-4PM

Airbrush makeup is here to stay, and for bridal clients, it’s a must-have skill. Our Temptu-Certified Airbrush Bridal Workshop is continuously updated with the newest products, information, and how-to guides from Temptu—the industry leader in airbrush makeup.

In this workshop, attendees will learn how to navigate the business of bridal, such as drafting contracts, setting your rates, and completing a successful trial run. Then get hands-on with our immersive TEMPTU airbrush training where you’ll learn how to assemble and clean two different machines, various airbrushing techniques, and how to choose the right products for your client.

Attendees will learn how to use both the Temptu S-1 traditional gun and compressor and the portable, handheld Temptu Air. Afterwards, head over to our Pro Shop to stock up on our Temptu products, available for purchase at an already-discounted price!

Following the workshop, students will receive a TEMPTU Certificate of Completion!

This workshop is eligible for 6 Continuing Education Hours under the IL Barber Act.


THEATRICAL FX
OCTOBER 7TH-10TH | 1PM-5PM

October is a profitable time for makeup artists, and knowledge of theatrical makeup is a must. With our Advanced Theatrical course, you can elevate your skills for a more successful Halloween season! Students will learn advanced, professional techniques in the application of pre-made prosthetics and bald caps, as well as the correct technique for laying facial hair and use of moldable sfx products.
This Advanced Course is open to the public. Theatrical A/B is not a prerequisite.

Students should bring their basic makeup kit—all theatrical and sfx supplies will be provided.

This workshop is eligible for 16 Continuing Education Hours under the IL Barber Act.


MINI MONDAY WORKSHOP SERIES: HALLOWEEN MAKEUP
OCTOBER 14TH | 10AM-12PM

Join the Make Up First staff for this two-hour, demo-only workshop showcasing some fun ideas for Halloween using theatrical makeup. This demo is open to the public!

This workshop is eligible for 2 Continuing Education Hours under the IL Barber Act.