Beauty & Bridal Program

Your Foundation In Professional Makeup Artistry

Welcome to our Beauty and Bridal Makeup & Hairstyling Program – an extraordinary journey into the world of makeup artistry, meticulously crafted to empower you with the skills, knowledge, and hands-on experience needed to excel in the lucrative world of beauty and bridal makeup! With a comprehensive curriculum spanning 72 hands-on in-class hours, this program is your gateway to mastering the essential techniques and nuances of makeup artistry and hairstyling, all centered around the world of bridal beauty.

This 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. This program, utilizing the vast knowledge of our amazing instructors, will unlock your full potential as a bridal artist.

The Makeup Academy has nurtured talent for over a decade and our alumni network is a testament to our commitment to your success. When you graduate you won’t just be equipped with top-tier skills; you’ll also have the unwavering support of our alumni community and the academy itself. These connections open doors to opportunities helping you kickstart your career!

Beauty & Bridal Program

Your Foundation In Professional Makeup Artistry

Become a Professional Makeup Artist in 5 Weeks

The Beauty & Bridal will program will equip you with all aspects of the industry, teaching you not only how to create stunning looks but also how to thrive while working with private clients and within a teams. This program, utilizing the vast knowledge of our amazing instructors, will unlock your full potential as a beauty & bridal artist.

$4900

72 In-Class Training Hours
3 or 7 Week Program depending on schedule
14 Dynamic Lessons
Makeup and Hairstyling Foundations in basics, beauty and bridal
Learn how to find clients, price your services, manage your schedule, utilize social marketing, and much more in in our Business of Bridal Class
Build your portfolio working with top NYC models working in our PRO studio with photographers and a wardrobe closet for styling

Curriculum

Lesson #1: 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

Lesson #2: Perfect Complexion

HD Makeup

Perfect No Makeup Makeup Look

Soft Smokey Eye

Lesson #3: Eyes, Lips, and Brows

Eye & Lips Shapes

Winged Liner

Perfect red lip

Sculpted Brow

Lesson #4: Face Shapes & Creating Dimension

Face Shapes

Contour + Highlight

Dramatic Smokey Eye

Lesson #5: Cream Products & Contouring

Understanding Cream Products

Colorful Cream Eyeshadow

Lesson #6: Halo Eye & Strobing

Perfect Halo Eye

Strobing Techniques

Lesson #7: 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

Lesson #8: Photoshoot Education

Photoshoot Intro

On-Set Etiquette

Model and Photographer Intro

Lesson #9: Bridal Airbrush & Mature Skin

Airbrush makeup application

Skin prep for Bridal

Working with Mature Skin

Individual Lash Application

Lesson #10: Glam Bridal & Business of Bridal

Bridal Resource Guide

Bridal Consultations & Trials

Contracts, Schedules, Invoices + Pricing

Bridal Teams

Dramatic Bridal Glam

Longwear Lipstick Techniques

Lesson #11: Global Bridal & Cut Crease

Global Bridal Trends

Cut Crease

Lesson #12: Photoshoot

Graduation photoshoot (3 looks on professional models)

Working on set

Hairstyling for Bridal Artists

Basic hairstyling

Braiding

Blow-out techniques

Bridal Up-dos

Modern & Classic Bridal Hairstyling

Hair Extensions

Program Kit

Sanitation Kit

Sanitation standards are the mark of a professional makeup artist. We have partnered with the only hospital-grade and globally recognized sanitation training and certification company for makeup artists. This sanitation training is included with all our professional makeup classes and is required before classes begin. After training, you can be assured that you will always keep yourself and your clients safe.

You will also receive a sanitation kit that includes all the disposable products you need to maintain a hygenic environment, including mascara wands, sponges, lip brushes, etc.
Brush shampoo & cleaner, hospital grade disinfectant, hand sanitizer & alcohol
Disposable spatulas and wax palette sheets
Enough to service 20 clients
Sanitation Specialist Training & Certification
Digital Badge and paper certificate
Sanitation Specialist Pin
Recognition in the MUA Sanitation Specialist portal — great for any future clients or hiring managers to see

Professional Makeup Kit

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
Comfortable Makeup Bag

What Our Students and Graduates Are Saying

Our Graduates

Work With Companies Across The Industry

Pro Cards & Discounts

40% OFF TOP BRANDS

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!