Certificate Course in Makeup Artistry (Level 1)

Sanitization & Personal Grooming:

• Importance of hygiene in makeup application

• Sanitization of makeup tools & products

• Understanding personal presentation as a makeup artist

Types of Skin & Skin Preparation:

• Identifying different skin types (oily, dry, combination, sensitive)

• Prepping the skin before makeup application

• Understanding common skin concerns

History of Makeup:

• Evolution of makeup from ancient to modern times

• Influence of different eras on beauty trends

Product Knowledge & Skin Compatibility:

• Foundations, concealers, primers, and setting powders

• Choosing the right products based on skin type

• Understanding different textures and finishes (matte, dewy, satin)

Brush Theory & Tools of Makeup:

• Types of makeup brushes and their uses

• Sponge vs. brush application techniques

• How to clean and maintain brushes & tools

Corrective Makeup Techniques:

• Balancing facial asymmetry

• Covering blemishes, pigmentation, and dark circles

• Nose & lip correction techniques

• Placement of blush for different face shapes

• Cream vs. powder blush application

• Techniques for strobing and natural highlighting

Color Theory:

• Understanding color wheel

• Undertones and their importance in foundation selection

• Mixing colors for custom foundation and blush shades

Base Theory (Supra & Liquid Foundations):

• Application techniques for different foundation types

• Achieving a flawless finish

• Building coverage (light, medium, and full)

Eyebrow Shaping & Definition:

• • Eyebrow mapping for different face shapes

  • Creating natural vs. bold eyebrows

  • Using pomade, powder, pencil, and gel for different effects