UNLEASH YOUR PASSION & Become a PRO artist.
At The Makeup Academy, our aim is first and foremost to help our students achieve their personal career goals. There’s nothing we love more than to see our students succeed! Whether you’re looking to enhance your beauty fundamentals, learn advanced skills, or enhance your portfolio, The Makeup Academy’s many programs offer a world of knowledge at your fingertips!
Campuses located in New York City and Philadelphia
Professional Career Program
Master Makeup Artistry
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Professional Career Program
Beauty and Bridal Program
The Beauty and Bridal program will equip you with the in’s and out’s of the bridal industry, teaching you not only how to create stunning bridal looks but also how to thrive while working with private clients and bridal teams.
Personal Lessons
Personal Makeup Program
Our personal makeup classes in New York City are for every person wanting to add a little spice and sparkle to their personal makeup routine. During the personal makeup class, your instructor will show you how to perfect a natural everyday makeup look, flawless foundation, contouring, wing liner, the smokey eye, and everything in between.
THE MAKEUP ACADEMY
At our internationally recognized makeup artist school, hands-on, in-person classes are taught by elite, in-demand instructors that are MUA’s in New York City and Philadelphia.
Graduates of our makeup academy earn industry-recognized certification backed by New York State.
Our makeup academy in New York City has been designed for makeup artists in all stages of their careers. Whether you’re new to the industry or have been practicing as a makeup artist for some time, you could benefit from our hair and makeup classes. If one of the following descriptions fits you, you’re ready to enroll in our makeup artist school.
Launch: Students who are new to the makeup industry and/or straight out of high school
Maintain & Advance: Students who have some experience, already work within the industry, or have completed cosmetology school
Enhance: Students who are already accomplished makeup artists and want to take their skills to the next level and/or add a new skill set to their resume.
At our international makeup academy, we are proud to offer a range of hair and makeup classes to help students excel in their freelance makeup artist careers. As a student at our international MUA school, you will develop a number of skills, including applying makeup in different styles, selecting products and materials for your makeup kit, working with creative professionals, and networking with industry professionals to generate business. Whether your ideal clients are brides, models, or actors/actresses, you’ll feel fully prepared to showcase your artistry after our courses for makeup artists and hairstylists.
Personalized Courses: Our courses for makeup are personalized to ensure you have hands-on training as a makeup artist. We believe in giving you the opportunity to learn from well-established professionals in the field so that you have much-needed exposure to the business.
Elite Instructors: We thrive on knowing that our instructors are able to give you one-on-one attention throughout the program to warrant your success and understanding of our curriculum. This is why we keep our classes for makeup artists small. You will never see a class bigger than eight students per instructor.
Tools Supplied: We provide all our students with the tools they need to excel in their education and jumpstart their careers. Our professional makeup and sanitation kits contain items handpicked by the professionals at our international beauty academy, so you can rest assured you’ll have the latest products and tools in your makeup arsenal.
Alumni Support: We continue to provide support even after you graduate. We will work with you throughout your time in school to ensure we have a clear understanding of your career goals. Through our agency partnerships, we will connect you with opportunities like New York Fashion Week, the United States Olympic Team, amazing bridal teams, major beauty brands, and much more.
INVEST IN YOUR FUTURE
During your classes at a makeup school for national and international students, you’ll learn the fundamentals of makeup application — from color blending, shading, and contouring to analyzing skin types and the basics of skincare.
Once you have a firm foundation under your feet, you can build on these techniques with the support of seasoned professionals at our international beauty school. You’ll have the opportunity to learn the technical aspects of makeup application as well as hairstyling so that you can thrive as a professional makeup artist.
Schools for makeup artists serve as the perfect place to experiment and discover your distinctive edge. No judgment will be placed on your work as you adapt the techniques you learned into styles that are uniquely yours. In fact, your instructors will push you out of your comfort zone, so you’ll be able to develop your creativity. Once you graduate from an international HMUA school, you’ll be ready to let your creativity shine as you create stunning new looks.
Makeup artistry is a service industry, which means it’s not enough to simply master the fundamentals of makeup application. You also need to know how to manage your business, build a client base, and market your skills. The best makeup schools will teach you how to succeed as a freelance makeup artist.
Stand out from the crowd with a certificate from one of the best makeup schools. It’s not simply a piece of paper; it’s a recognition of your mastery of makeup artistry from a school of makeup licensed by the New York State Education Department. It shows you’re dedicated to your art and you have the experience to perform well. This certificate also earns you the ability to get up to 40% off makeup with your PRO discounts!
ELITE INSTRUCTORS & AWARD WINNING PROGRAMS
The Most Comprehensive Classes For
Makeup Artists In NYC and Philadelphia
PRO PERKS
Upon graduation we provide guidance with PRO Card Applications as well as enable students to obtain memberships at our partners, Frends Beauty and Nigels Beauty Emporium. Just these two online companies will provide up to 40% off in brands such as Make Up For Ever, L’Oreal, Stila, Naked Cosmetics, Becca, Beauty Blender, Anastasia Beverly Hills, Morphe, Zuca, NYX, Smashbox, Too Faced, Temptu and much more.
We understand that as you grow as a makeup artist, building and adding on to your collection is a vital part of your success.
DID YOU KNOW?
The average woman spends around $225,360 on enhancing their appearance over their lifetime with $56,340 spent on their face alone. This amount can be hard to swallow, but with your PRO Cards, you can help yourself and others by receiving up to 40% off the leading brands. Overall, you could save more than $20,000. It definitely pays to be a PRO!
Launching Careers For 10 Years
Join the $550 billion beauty industry
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OUR GRADUATES WORK WITH THE LIKES OF
LICENSED BY
The New York State Education Department
WINNER OF
Best makeup artists in New York City 2016 – 2022
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Do What You Love.
Love What You Do.
THE ESSENTIAL MAKEUP ACADEMY FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS IN NYC OR PHILADELPHIA
We are not just your average makeup academy in New York City. We are a highly recognized international makeup academy with makeup and hairstyling for makeup artist classes that allow makeup artists to excel in various MUA industries . Students join us from all over the world to take our programs. Whether you want to be a fashion makeup artist, a retail makeup artist, or somewhere in between, our makeup academy curriculum will get you where you want to go.
With a certification from our makeup school for international students, you can rest assured that you’ll be prepared for a diverse clientele. You’ll have a firm grasp on everything from the basics of blending colors to creating glamour looks. You’ll also have a solid foundation in working with clients, mixing up your creativity, performing on-set, and running your own business. After graduating from our international HMUA academy, you can enjoy an exciting and rewarding career as a freelance makeup artist!
ENROLL IN THE MOST INNOVATIVE MAKEUP & HAIRSTYLE CLASSES IN NYC OR PHILADELPHIA
Students can learn the finer details of makeup artistry and launch their careers in any of the fast-paced career paths for artists including fashion. We are the lead hair and makeup team for many New York Fashion Week, Brooklyn Fashion Week, NY Swim Week shows and many other fashion shows throughout the year. Take advantage of our industry connections and work with major designers, photographers from major publications like Vogue and Glamour, and feel the excitement backstage networking with the industries elite.
Film and Television
This includes being on the set of films, television shows, and commercials. Even if actors do not need any special effects makeup, makeup artists are still needed to help the director shape the appearance of the characters and make their vision a reality.
Print
There are different fields under the umbrella of print. Like film and television, print advertisements and commercials go for a more subtle and natural look. In the case of shooting for fashion, because you would be selling a lifestyle or brand image, you’re also focusing on the mood and the feel of the brand/product itself. While working in print, you may be required to follow the direction of the director.
Bridal
A career as a bridal makeup artist requires you to not only have the necessary skills in makeup application but also the business skills to manage schedules, trials, and contracts. The booming bridal industry is a great place for makeup artists to start as it can be very lucrative and rewarding. Plus, you can build up your clientele quickly by word of mouth or by joining or starting your own bridal team.
Theater and Performance
Stage and theater can cover anything from the makeup used in actual stage performances to special effects makeup in movies. Local theaters — and, of course, Broadway — need theater artists. What would The Lion King be without the makeup artists!
Recent Updates
Hair Lesson # 1 - Intro to Hair styling here at @makeupschoolnyc
This lesson will teach you about hair products and the right way to create perfect curls, blow dry, sleek straight hair, and braiding techniques, to elevate your looks to the next level.
Includes a full hair kit by @frommpro
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Here at the Makeup Academy we are proud of the community we have built throughout the years, which offers endless opportunities to our grads… but make sure you follow these tips 🙃
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Last minute touch ups before the runway 😌
Our closing show during NYFW this season with @theconfessionalshowroomnyc @the_confessional_showroom_nyc
Makeup & Hair Director @tobaarte with our Pro Team
Stylist: @looksbylunden
Photographer: @natureofportraits
Congrats to our weekday masterclass of September 2023 👏🎓🎉 Such an amazing, talented group . We can’t wait to see what you will all accomplish!
Behind the scenes with these amazing pieces from @falgunishanepeacock @falgunishanepeacockindia Fashion Show…
@luxurylaw vision for the makeup was “Im in India, it’s hot, but im looking fierceeee”.
Makeup Director: Adrian Ruilova @tobaarte
Team: @makeupschoolnyc
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Final looks for our last show during NYFW
@theconfessionalshowroomnyc @the_confessional_showroom_nyc
Makeup & Hair Director: Adrian Ruilova @tobaarte
✨80’s inspired ✨
Team: @makeupschoolnyc
Production: @looksbylunden
Location: @nebulanewyork
What an amazing night!! Which one was your favorite look?
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BTS from @falgunishanepeacock Show, directed by @luxurylaw for NYFW 🤩🤩
Makeup Director: Adrian Ruilova @tobaarte
With the Pro Team @makeupschoolnyc
Partners @mubacosmetics
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Dive into some of July's masterclass photoshoot looks, where elegance and fluidity meet in the middle from this amazing themed shoot 💧✨
Philly — are you ready?! The Makeup Academy NYC has brought its 10 years of award winning education, industry connections and passion for makeup to Philly and we are scouting makeup lovers!
Train with The Makeup Academy and you’ll have an opportunity to:
* Become a professional makeup artist in 5 weeks
* Work with industry experts – our instructors have over 40 years of combined industry experience
* Work in the booming Philadelphia Bridal scene or head to NYC to work in Fashion, on Broadway or TV and films.
* Join our international alumni community that have worked on TV, film, Broadway and in Fashion.
* Join our elite team of makeup artists
* Experience International award-winning New York State Education approved curriculum.
This is the start of something new in Philly. Don’t miss out on being formally trained by elite instructors and gain experience and confidence going something you already love. We have helped thousands of grads turn their passion for makeup into careers and we can’t wait to do the same for you!
Contact us today! Schedule a campus visit or call and lets chat about our programs and your goals!
Personal and professional programs now enrolling for classes right in the heart of Rittenhouse Square.
📞215-999-8840
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UNLEASH YOUR PASSION
Become a PRO Makeup Artist
At The Makeup Academy, our aim is first and foremost to help our students achieve their personal career goals. There’s nothing we love more than to see our students succeed! Whether you’re looking to enhance your beauty fundamentals, learn advanced skills, or enhance your portfolio, The Makeup Academy’s many programs offer a world of knowledge at your fingertips!
Campuses located in New York City and Philadelphia
Professional Career Program
Master Makeup Artistry
Learn More
Professional Career Program
Beauty and Bridal Program
The Beauty and Bridal program will equip you with the in’s and out’s of the bridal industry, teaching you not only how to create stunning bridal looks but also how to thrive while working with private clients and bridal teams.
Personal Lessons
Personal Makeup Program
Our personal makeup classes in New York City are for every person wanting to add a little spice and sparkle to their personal makeup routine. During the personal makeup class, your instructor will show you how to perfect a natural everyday makeup look, flawless foundation, contouring, wing liner, the smokey eye, and everything in between.
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Jumpstart Your Hair & Makeup Artist Career
Student Benefits
Pro Cards & Discounts
Upon graduation we provide guidance with PRO Card Applications as well as enable students to obtain memberships at our partners, Frends Beauty and Nigels Beauty Emporium. Just these two online companies will provide up to 40% off in brands such as Make Up For Ever, L’Oreal, Stila, Naked Cosmetics, Becca, Beauty Blender, Anastasia Beverly Hills, Morphe, Zuca, NYX, Smashbox, Too Faced, Temptu and much more.
We understand that as you grow as a makeup artist, building and adding on to your collection is a vital part of your success.
