Like many other schools and businesses, Make Up First has temporarily suspended normal operations this week as the country navigates the recent coronavirus outbreak. We are all anxious and excited to get back to work doing what we love, but the health and safety of our students and staff are of the utmost importance to us. As such, we have revised our 2020 course dates, which are now current on our website, as well as in the list below. We are monitoring the situation closely, but hopefully we not need to revise these dates any further.

If changes are needed, they will be reflected on our website and social media as soon as possible. If you are already registered for any of the courses or workshops that were rescheduled, we will reach out to you directly. Thank you for your patience and understanding during this hectic time!

If you have any questions, please feel free to email info@makeupfirst.com!

*We will continue to honor and fill online product orders, and class payments can still be made online here!

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SPRING 2020

Basic I –April 13 - 23
Basic II – April 27 - May 7
Media HD – May 11 - 14
Theatrical A – May 18 - 21
Theatrical B – May 26 - 29
Media REF – June 1 - 11
Clinical – June 15 - 18
Careers— June 19

CONSOLIDATED WINTER
May 18 - 22

SUMMER 2020

Basic I – June 22 - July 2
Basic II – July 6 - 16
Media HD – July 20 - 23
Media REF – July 27 - Aug 6
Clinical – Aug 10 - 13
Theatrical A – Aug 17 - 20
Careers—August 21
Theatrical B –Aug 24 - 27

CONSOLIDATED SUMMER
August 31 - Sept 4

FALL 2020

Basic I –Sept 8 - 17
Basic II –Sept 21 - Oct 1
Media HD – Oct 5 - 8
Media REF –Oct 12 - 22
Theatrical A – Oct 26 - 29
Theatrical B – Nov 2 - 5
Clinical – Nov 9 - 12
Careers – Nov 13

CONSOLIDATED FALL
December 7 -11

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We’re always trying to add new products to the Make Up First Pro Shop, including newly-released items as well as old favorites among our staff and students. This month we’ve added three new Embryolisse products to our shop to help your transform your winter skin just in time for spring. Check out the products below to learn more!

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Embryolisse Hydra-Sérum

A moisturizing booster concentrate that quenches dehydrated skin and provides long-lasting hydration throughout the day. Hydra-Sérum leaves skin intensely plumped and glowing for a revitalized and youthful look. The lightweight formula leaves skin fresh, soft, and smooth instantly.

Embryolisse Hydra-Créme Light

Enriched in white nymphaea and hyaluronic acid active complex, Hydra-Cream Light replenishes the skin with water and delivers intense and long-lasting moisture to the face.

Protects the skin from external everyday wear and leaves you feeling comfortable. Skin regains suppleness and softness while providing active hydration for radiantly beautiful skin. 

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Embryolisse Beauty Secret Box

The Embryolisse Beauty Secret Box comes with Lait Crème Concentré, a Radiant Complexion Compact Powder, and a FREE Foundation Brush.

Lait-Crème Concentré is the ideal moisturizer for any situation, including both face and body, and all skin types. Made with natural origin active ingredients: shea butter, beeswax, soy proteins and aloe vera. Paraben-free.

Great for multipurpose care, including: make-up base to moisturize and protect, beauty masks, and even cleanser/make-up remover. Also works as a soothing after-sun product and aftershave care. Works to create skin that is supple and more elastic, smoother, plumper, and very soft.

Fine, light and gentle, the Radiant Complexion Compact Powder offers a natural glow in one easy step, all year round. Soft-focus pigments reflect light and blur wrinkles and fine lines for a radiant result without a mask effect. Loofah oil promotes cell regeneration and prevents dehydration, while talc captures sebum, while respecting drier and more sensitive skin. This mineral powder is gentle enough to suit all needs.

This set comes with a FREE Powder Brush, so you can effortlessly apply your Radiant Complexion Compact Powder, or any other product with ease!

Become a “do-it-all” makeup artist by adding hairstyling skills this spring! Just in time for the busy bridal season we are offering multiple hairstyling workshops for all experience levels and hair textures! Find the workshop that’s right for you with our breakdown below!

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Hairstyling for Makeup Artists
March 17-20, 2020

In this 3-day intensive hairstyling 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.

Optional Day 4 Advanced Class Available on March 20th, 2020
Day 4 will focus on Advanced Editorial Styles and Current Trends-$150 to attend this day only, or $100 if already attending the workshop
*Must have previous hairstyling workshop or experience to attend Day 4

This course can be used as 12-16 hours towards Continuing Education. Make Up First® is an approved sponsor under the IL Barber Act. 

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Mini Monday Workshop: Curls, Coils, and Waves
March 30, 2020

Come join us for demos and more! Open to the public from 10am - 12pm.

Join Make Up First® as we demo various styles and current trends in textured hair. This class will focus on different natural curl patterns and choosing the best products and styles for each.
Class taught by Lashon Delk.

This course can be used as 2 hours towards Continuing Education. Make Up First® is an approved sponsor under the IL Barber Act.

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Hairstyling for Textured Hair
April 21-23, 2020

In this three day hairstyling workshop for textured hair, instructors will focus on the use of multiple hairstyling tools, braiding, styling with hair pieces and more. Models will be provided for attendees on Day 3. Taught by Lashon Delk.

Having over a decade of experience with natural hair textures and styling, Lashon is a licensed cosmetologist and professionally trained make-up artist, entrepreneur and model. Upon completion of her academics at Paul Mitchell The School Chicago, she has furthered her education and career with companies such as;  MUSE Beauty Pro, Kett Cosmetics, Anastasia Beverly Hills and Make Up First. Lashon has traveled across the country fulfilling the beauty needs of her global clientele. When she isn’t currently interning with Mighty Artist Productions at ABC7Chicago, she continually expands her artistry by working trade shows, bridal, television and film and corporate and special events. 

April 6, 2020
1:30pm-5:30pm

We’re very excited to announce that Melanie Mills will be joining us on April 6th for her very own masterclass workshop! In this workshop, Melanie will demo on two models of different skin tones with time for a hands on portion afterwards. Melanie’s workshop will focus on sanitation, skin prep, and achieving flawless skin from head to toe using her very own gleam products.

Attendees will also learn how to apply just the right amount of that gleaming glow, how to contour & highlight naturally, tips for lashes and big, gorgeous statement eyes, as well as applying makeup that lasts all day. After the class, chat with Melanie, check out her pro carry kit, and shop the Melanie Mills Hollywood collection at a discount! This workshop is perfect for both pro and beginning makeup artists alike.

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Emmy Award winning and multi-nominated professional celebrity makeup artist Melanie Mills has 20 years of experience in education, TV & Film work, bridal beauty, editorial, and runway. She is also author of “Glitter & Glam”. Melanie is best known for her makeup work from designing and running Dancing With The Stars & The Real Daytime Talkshow to name a few. She is the founder and CEO of Melanie Mills Hollywood, and her iconic Gleam products.

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What is Gleam?

Gleam Face & Body Radiance is a revolutionary all in one Makeup, Moisturizer, and Glow you can use for face and body. 

What It Does:

Face & Body Highlight/Shimmer –  our formula is perfect as a body glow, body shimmer, body bronzer and body highlighter all in one!

Body & Leg Makeup – Body Radiance lightweight makeup blurs imperfections on the entire body, also known as “liquid pantyhose”, not heavy or full coverage makeup. 

Transfer Resistant – long-lasting formula stays put and won’t stain skin or clothing. Simply wash off with soap & water.

Flattering on all Skin Tones – every shade is a different look and any skin tone can use any shade. See our shade videos and chart below.

6 Shades – Darker shades are perfect for contour, bronzing, and amping up a tan on lighter skin. Lighter shades are perfect for glow and POP!

How To Use It:

Safe for the Face – use as an illuminating primer, create a buildable highlight or sunkissed tint

Mix it Up – blend Gleam Body Radiance with your favorite liquid foundation, BB Cream or other skincare product for an all-over glow! When using on the body, do not mix with lotions or oils or transfer may occur.

Lock it Down – top off your glow with our Gleam Body Sealing Spray to seal in your look even longer!

Hairstyling for Makeup Artists
February 4th-7th

Hairstyling is one of the most valuable skills you can have as a makeup artist. Whether you’re handling a bridal party or working in television, knowing how to style hair increases the types of jobs you can accept and the amount of money you can make! Ready to dive in? Join our Hairstyling for Makeup Artists workshop where you’ll learn all about styling techniques, using various hair products, 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 February 7th
Day 4 will focus on Advanced Editorial Styles and Current Trends
-$150 to attend this day only, or $100 if already attending the workshop
-Must have previous hairstyling workshop or experience to attend Day 4

This course can be used as 12-16 hours towards Continuing Education. Make Up First® is an approved sponsor under the IL Barber Act. 

Our Spring Session Begins April 6th!

Is the fear of financial burden holding you back from pursuing what you love? We’re here to help! At Make Up First, our program is designed to be affordable and flexible, so you can complete your education on your own terms. All of our courses are individually-priced, so you can pay for each course individually and take them at your own pace—finish in ten weeks or complete them over the course of 2 years! With the help of scholarships and grants, you may be able to get started in a career you love sooner than you think!

There are hundreds of scholarships and grants available for prospective students in Chicago and throughout the Midwest. Some you can apply for in less than 15 minutes! There are also benefits for US veterans, employer education stipends, and much more! With a little digging, you may find that you’re eligible for multiple options to help pay for education.

Below we’ve compiled a list of some of the scholarships and grants used by previous students of Make Up First to help you jumpstart the process!

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SCHOLARSHIPS & GRANTS

Note: Some scholarships require Cosmetology and or Aesthetics licenses in order to be an eligible applicant. Be sure to research requirements carefully prior to submitting an application. 

• The Professional Beauty Association provides scholarship information for organizations such as Minerva, Hans Neumaier, Sally Beauty Supply, and America’s Beauty Show!

• The Presidents Scholarship from America’s Beauty Show and Cosmetologists Chicago can help you take your career to the next level. Regular members of Cosmetologists Chicago® (CC), Cosmetologos Latinos® (CL), American Assiociation for Esthetics® (AAE), and International Nail Technicians Association® (INTA) can apply for up to $2,500 a year ($7,500 lifetime maximum) for Advanced Classes and Seminars.

• American Association of Cosmetology Schools (AACS) partners with industry sponsors to offer scholarships and grants to deserving cosmetology students. Beauty Changes Lives (BCL) currently offers seven scholarships in all categories representing the beauty and wellness industry. They also offer two advanced education scholarships, one in cosmetology and one in makeup. Since 2013, BCL has given away more than $1,000,000 in scholarships to students attending cosmetology, esthetics, nail, massage, makeup and advanced courses.

• Beauty Schools Directory is donating a $2500 Scholarship to help pay for education at the beauty school of your dreams!

• Beauty Changes Lives currently offers seven scholarships in all categories representing the beauty and wellness industry. They also offer two advanced education scholarships, one in cosmetology and one in makeup. Since 2013, BCL has given away more than $1,000,000 in scholarships to students attending cosmetology, esthetics, nail, massage, makeup and advanced courses. 

• Blessons Scholarships for Women are funded by donations and are unique and may often function as the only source of support for women where no other granting and scholarship organizations may exist or are accessible in it’s nature where grade point average is NOT a deciding factor. They give women the resources to realize their educational goals to use the funds in whatever way that helps them most such as: books, tuition, on-campus health insurance, cafeteria, computer labs and transportation.

• The Chade Foundation Scholarships Program is offering financial aid to incoming and current college or graduate school students. In order to show our gratitude and support to the Chicagoland community, the company established Chade Foundation in 2007. We invite all eligible students to apply for our 10th Annual Scholarship Awards.

OTHER INFO:

Breaking down scholarship opportunities, and where to find them

Database of Vocational Scholarships

Spring and summer are among the busiest seasons for bridal—are you putting yourself in the best position to book clients? Does your website put your best bridal work front and center? Are you using advertising and marketing techniques to put yourself in front of new potential customers?

If all of this sounds a little overwhelming, let us make it easy for you!

Our Temptu-Certified Airbrush Bridal Workshop is the best way to prep for bridal season, covering both the business of bridal and learning to apply airbrush makeup. This workshop is continuously updated with the newest products, information, and how-to guides from Temptu—the industry leader in airbrush makeup.

During 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.

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TEMPTU Certified Airbrush Bridal Workshop
March 16th, 2020

TEMPTU Certified Airbrush Bridal Workshop
February 3rd, 2020

March 2nd, 2020 | 12pm-3pm

One of the greatest tools a makeup artist has is color theory. Being able to actively use the principles of color theory during application makes every artist stronger and more efficient. Color Theory in Flesh Tone is a hands-on workshop that translates color theory into the language of makeup.

In this workshop we revisit the basics of Color Theory, and the principles of color used in makeup application. Learn to translate color into flesh tone using The Flesh Tone Color Wheel™, and determine skin tone, highlight, contour and correction. See how using color theory affects every color choice including foundation, eyeshadow, and lips. In the hands-on portion, students will utilize the “Wheel” together with an included color theory makeup palette, to create foundation, highlight, contour, and corrective colors.

This class has a demonstration and lecture portion followed by a hands-on portion.

All participants will receive The Flesh Tone Color Wheel, “Rescue Palette” 10 Cream Color Makeup, Stainless Steel Palette, and Palette Knife!

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Terri Tomlinson is a working makeup artist, educator, and owner of Makeup Training Academy in Dallas. Her most recent creation, The Flesh Tone Color Wheel™, is both a guide and tool for anyone who works with skin, showing you undertone, highlight, contour, analogous and corrective colors for makeup. Along with the wheel, Terri has created a method of working with color theory in skin tones and neutrals.

Read more about Terri here!

Make a resolution that sticks this year! Our Winter Certificate Session begins on January 6th!

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Our Certificate Program, approved by the Illinois Board of Higher Education, is a comprehensive, in-depth makeup artistry-training program taught by industry professionals. By offering instruction in all areas of makeup artistry, we prepare the students so they can accept work in all avenues of the industry: editorial, bridal, theatrical, media, clinical and more. Our Certificate Program is specifically designed to allow our students to enter the field quickly and launch their career.

Ready to see the school in person? Book a tour here!
Check out photos from some of our classes below!

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Basic Makeup I

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Basic Makeup II

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Media HD

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Media: Runway, Editorial, Fashion

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Theatrical A

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Theatrical B

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CLINICAL MAKEUP

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Careers in Makeup Artistry

Let’s face it—some people are hard to shop for. If you’re still searching for the perfect gift for the makeup enthusiast in your life, look no further! At Make Up First, we have gift cards available for both the Pro Shop and for our courses and workshops!

Make Up First Pro Shop gift cards can be used on anything in the pro shop—foundations, eyeshadow palettes, even airbrush kits! Give your loved ones the gift of choice and let them decide what piece of makeup to fall in love with next!

We also have gift cards available for courses and workshops! If someone in your life is looking to get started with makeup artistry, or even enjoy a workshop, there’s no better gift than education. All gift cards can be purchased easily on our Pro Shop website here!

Make Up First gift cards make excellent stocking stuffers! Purchase at the link below!

What’s better than new makeup? How about a whole new makeup kit! Every student at Make Up First receives their own kit, filled with everything you need to complete a full face of makeup each day. We’re always updating our student kits with the best new products we can find, and this session is our first offering two new palettes of eyeshadows from Viseart! Take a tour through our student kit to see some of our favorite products as well as our new arrivals!

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NEW THIS SESSION

Be the first to try our new Viseart Eyeshadow Palettes this upcoming session! The Editorial Brights and Neutral Mattes palettes are the perfect addition to any artist’s kit, covering the full dynamic range of color. These Viseart shadows also retain a high standard of production—in addition to being gluten-free and cruelty-free, they are free of parabens, sulfates, formaldehydes, and other problematic ingredients!

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BRUSH SET

Each kit comes with a 24 piece brush set from Bdellium Tools, complete with a roll up pouch featuring 24 total pockets. This collection of brushes features a blend of natural and synthetic bristles, as well as anodized aluminum ferrules, to keep your brushes fit and functional for longer.

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SANITATION STATION

In the world of makeup artistry, sanitation and proper hygiene is paramount. We cover these topics on day one of our program. Properly cleaning brushes, using a quick-drying, alcohol-based solution like Cinema Secret’s brush cleaner, ensure that they stay safe to use and last longer. Stainless steel palettes and palette knives are non-porous, which makes them easy to sanitize, and safely apply makeup without double-dipping or cross contamination.

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MAKEUP & MORE

Master the art of makeup with daily hands-on application using a variety of professional brands like Palladio, FACEatelier, Eve Pearl, Cinema Secrets, and more! Your kit comes complete with all the tools you’ll need to complete a full face of makeup including a lash curler, sharpener, and grooming scissors. All kits come stocked with enough makeup to last the entire certificate program and beyond, but if you ever want to restock or try new products, our Pro Shop is conveniently located on site!

Ready to see the kit (and school) in person? Book a tour below!

Have you ever wanted to work in ballet or the theatre? How about fashion shows or films? With an education from Make Up First, you’ll have all the training you need to accept jobs within all areas of the makeup industry. Our comprehensive, hands-on education is designed to create well-rounded, professional makeup artists and get them working in the field quickly. Once completing the certification program, we will continue to help you find work, with job postings, letters of recommendation, advice, and more!

Two of our Make Up First graduates, Madison and Nataliia, just worked on makeup for The Art Deco Nutcracker from A&A Ballet this past week. Check out some of the amazing work they did below, and click the link below for more information about how to get started with your own career in makeup artistry!

To book a makeup artist for your event, wedding, or job send us an email at info@makeupfirst.com, or fill out our request form here!

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It’s not too late to get yourself a gift you’ll really love this year! Our Winter Certificate Session begins on January 6th!

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Our Certificate Program, approved by the Illinois Board of Higher Education, is a comprehensive, in-depth makeup artistry-training program taught by industry professionals. By offering instruction in all areas of makeup artistry, we prepare the students so they can accept work in all avenues of the industry: editorial, bridal, theatrical, media, clinical and more. Our Certificate Program is specifically designed to allow our students to enter the field quickly and launch their career.

Ready to see the school in person? Book a tour here!
Check out photos from some of our classes below!

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Basic Makeup I

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Basic Makeup II

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Media HD

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Media: Runway, Editorial, Fashion

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Theatrical A

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Theatrical B

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CLINICAL MAKEUP

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Careers in Makeup Artistry