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Don’t miss our biggest summer sale ever!
Summer Super Sale

MAKE UP FIRST PRO SHOP • SUMMER SUPER SALE! 🛍

Shop our two day limited-time-only Summer Super Sale and save big!
Book your exclusive, in-store shopping appointment with us on July 22nd or 23rd from 10am-2pm today!

We are giving away free products with all purchases, as well as offering bundle deals, deep discounts, and more!
PLUS—Pro Members receive an additional 10% off all non-blowout items!

Use the button below to email with your desired day/time. We hope to see you there! Thanks for shopping small.

New Arrivals to the Make Up First Pro Shop!

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!


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. 


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!

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Last Chance to Register for the Winter Session!

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


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!


Basic Makeup I


Basic Makeup II


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Media: Runway, Editorial, Fashion


Theatrical A


Theatrical B


CLINICAL MAKEUP


Careers in Makeup Artistry

WHAT’S Inside the Student Makeup Kit?
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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!


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!


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.


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.


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!

From 'In the Classroom' to 'On the Job' in Just 10 Weeks!
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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!


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!


Basic Makeup I


Basic Makeup II


Media HD


Media: Runway, Editorial, Fashion


Theatrical A


Theatrical B


CLINICAL MAKEUP


Careers in Makeup Artistry

Make Up First in 2020: What Do You Want to See?

Looking ahead to 2020, we want to hear from our incredible Make Up First community about what we can do to improve. What do you want to see next year—different workshops, new products in the Pro Shop, more guest speakers?

Please leave your feedback in the comments section below and let us know what you think!

 
 
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!

Discounted Tickets to The Makeup Show Chicago!

Over the years, James Vincent’s passion for the art of makeup has included nearly ever genre of makeup artistry: film and theatre, television and celebrity, editorial and runway, and training and product development for companies like MAC, Stila, Armani, YSL, and Make Up For Ever.

James now focuses his career on working internationally in fashion, film, theatre, and editorial. His resume includes clients such as designers Ashton Michael, Charlotte Ronson, and Samantha Pleet. James has also worked extensively in the music industry, including with legendary artists like Lady Gaga, Florence and the Machine, Courtney Love, Joan Jett, and the Foo Fighters. His celebrity work includes leading ladies like Liv Tyler, Reese Witherspoon, Jane Fonda, and President Barack Obama.

James has been featured on NBC’s The Today Show, as well as numerous other television shows as a beauty expert. James has also worked in television as a key artist for shows including American Idol and on stage productions including Roundabout Theatre’s “The Philanthropist”.

Nylon Magazine, The New York Times, and WWD have named James as a “Makeup Artist to Watch”. James is currently the Beauty Editor for On Makeup Magazine and Lovecast Magazine, as well as a contributor for countless blogs and publications.

Are you Halloween ready?

Advanced Theatrical
October 7th-10th, 2019

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 spfx 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 spfx supplies will be provided.

Last Days for Workshop Sale Price!

Face Chart Workshop | September 16, 2019

Sale Price ends September 6th!
$125.00
150.00

Face charts are used, among other things, to plan a makeup application, to communicate a look to the client, and/or provide continuity for a makeup artistry team.  Once a makeup artist learns the basic techniques for creating a face chart, they will not only add to their skill set, but will also find it gratifying to turn a one-dimensional piece of paper into a three-dimensional work of art!

All materials during the workshop will be provided.
 Attendees will leave with a full pad (25 pages) of Make Up First ® School custom charts, valued at $20.00!

SUITABLE FOR ALL SKILL LEVELS!

Pro Shop Picks!

The weekend is almost here, and the Make Up First team has you covered on all our newest products, best sellers, and restocked favorites in our Pro Shop.


NEW ARRIVALS

DANESSA MYRICKS- EVOLUTION POWDER TRIO

This unique powder was designed in the studio under the scrutiny of professional photography, beauty illumination and state of the art technology to ensure it absorbs oil, sets makeup, reduces shine, and minimizes texture with skin blurring technology. Can be applied with a brush, or sponge on top or underneath foundation. Kit and travel friendly!

SENNA- BROW FIX X (NUDE BLONDE)

Hydrating, smooth gliding formula has conditioning Chamomile and Allantoin to strengthen brow hair, add healthy shine, and tame and soften course brows. Fine fibers plump and texturize for a fuller, thicker look. Unique precision brush delivers perfect payoff to coat and define individual brow hairs. Tints fill in sparse brows and cover light blonde or gray brow hairs while blending in with natural hair color. Gives all day hold and is water soluble to remove easily.

DANESSA MYRICKS DEW WET BALM (ROSEWATER)

A lightweight translucent highlighting & hydration balm for an instant “glass skin” fresh glow. Infused with jojoba oil and other hydrating and skin softening ingredients. Wear over makeup as an “instant filter” to soften and diffuse texture and the look of dry and cakey makeup. Wear alone as an instant hydrating/highlighting boost.


BEST SELLERS



We're celebrating National Lipstick Day All Week Long!

Monday was National Lipstick Day, but why dedicate just a day when you can celebrate all week long? Spend $25 or more, online or in store, at the Make Up First Pro Shop and receive a FREE full-size lipstick! Add the shade of your choice from the Kevyn Aucoin ‘The Matte Lip Color’ Collection, and with any qualifying purchase, your lipstick cost will be deducted at checkout- no code needed! 💋

Check out our staff favorites below!


Danessa Myricks- Colorfix 24-Hour Cream Color- Matte

JILL: Colorfix by Danessa Myricks is a hybrid cream color and extreme long-wearing paint, that can safely be used on the eyes, face, and lips. Apply it and forget it, no need for touch-ups. Boldly saturated, ideal by itself or as a base for other products.


MODELROCK- Liquid Last Matte Lipstick

MOLLY: Modelrock is a flexible, full coverage, highly-pigmented matte liquid lip. This lightweight formula keeps your lips feeling hydrated and comfortable all day. You can eat, drink, and kiss your momma with this lipstick.


Stilazzi- Lip Vinyl

RACHAEL: I prefer glossy lips over matte, so Stilazzi’s Lip Vinyl is perfect. It is super creamy and hydrating with semi-opaque coverage and lots of shine. Bonus—it smells like a tropical vacation!


Kevyn Aucoin- The Sensual Lip Balm

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JUSTIN: Lipstick is always better on healthy, full lips. Kevyn Aucoin’s 'The Sensual Lip Balm’ is the ultimate go-to for keeping your lips in tip-top shape. Not only does this balm hydrate and repair your lips, it serves as a lipstick primer as well—so every application goes on flawlessly smooth.

Foundation Fridays!

You love foundation and we do too! The artists and instructors at Make Up First (enthusiastically) tried out dozens of different foundations to find the best ones on the market so you don’t have to. Check out our favorites below!

Cinema Secrets—Ultimate Foundation 5-in-1 Pro Palette

Cinema Secrets Ultimate Foundation Palettes are an industry favorite that provide expert-level customization to match any skin-tone with ease. Use to color correct, contour, and highlight for a perfect custom blend. The sheer-to-full coverage foundation provides a natural matte finish that’s water resistant and long-wearing. Comes in six universal shade ranges based on depth and undertone.


Danessa Myricks—Vision Cream Cover Palette Kit

The Vision Cream Cover Pro Palette is a 10 shade foundation/concealer kit that comes with it’s own 10+1 Flexi-Palette. This versatile collection allows you to match, blend, or customize your shades to any skin tone to create a smooth, even application on anyone. The compact and kit friendly flexi-palette allows you to customize and store your shades beforehand, and travel with them easily.


FACE atelier—Ultra Foundation Pro

FACE atelier’s Ultra Foundation Pro is a silicone-based emulsion foundation that floats on top of the skin, does not crease or flake, and lasts all day. Hydrating yet oil-free, Ultra Foundation Pro fills in tiny lines and pores to ensure a flawlessly smooth finish. With 12 different foundation shades (and 5 foundation adjusters), you can combine or adjust to create the perfect skin tone match every time.

Just Launched: ATTN! Beauty!

Introducing ATTN! Makeup Sanitizer Mist! 

This quick-drying formula cleans and disinfects all powder and cream-based cosmetics, as well as tools, palettes, and spatulas.

ATTN! Makeup Sanitizer Mist is a clean product: All ingredients are all-natural, organic, vegan, cruelty-free, gluten-free, nut-free, and artificial fragrance-free!

LAUNCH WEEK SPECIAL: Buy one, get one half off!


Coming later this summer:

Add a drop of Mixing Medium to your makeup to intensify, combine, or revive your product. Aloe Vera gel helps to seal your look in, creating a waterproof, sweat-proof look that also moisturizes.

Moisturizes skin while cleaning and removing all makeup—even waterproof products! Safe for sensitive skin; oil-free, alcohol-free. No added fragrance or colors.

Visit the ATTN! Beauty site to be the first to know about deals, new products, and MORE!

Advance Your Bridal Business!

TEMPTU Certified Airbrush Bridal Workshop
July 22, 2019 | 10am-4pm

Learn the in’s and out’s of the bridal business, 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, as well as various airbrushing techniques, and how to choose the right products for your client.

Following the workshop, students will receive a TEMPTU Certificate of Completion!
All airbrush equipment and products are provided for use during this six hour workshop, and will be available for purchase at an already discounted price the day of the workshop!
This workshop is eligible for 6 hours of Continuing Education under the IL Barber Act

Sharpen Your Skills This Summer
Make Up First Summer Workshops

CARL RAY WORKSHOP
JUNE 10, 10AM-4PM

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Renowned celebrity makeup artist, Carl Ray, joins Make Up First to demonstrate his unique artistic approach to enhancing natural beauty.

Carl has been in the beauty industry for over 18 years, and since 2009, has served as the official makeup artist for former First Lady Michelle Obama. His experience includes a long roster of notable clientele, including Meryl Streep, Natalie Portman, Kerri Washington, Gabriel Union, Julia Child, Sir Paul McCartney, Leonardo DiCaprio, Morgan Freeman, Lin - Manuel Miranda, Hugh Jackman, former President Bill Clinton, and former President Barack Obama.

Options available for both demo-only and full day, hands-on portions. Limited space is available for the full day option.


INTENSIVE HAIRSTYLING FOR MAKEUP ARTISTS
JUNE 11-13, 10AM-2PM

Make Up First Workshop Intensive Hairstyling for Makeup Artists

In this 3-day intensive hairstyling workshop, instructors will focus on the use of multiple hairstyling tools, as well as braiding, backcombing, up-do’s, down do’s and the art of pin curling.

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


ADVANCED THEATRICAL
JUNE 10-13, 10AM-4PM

Students will learn advanced techniques in application of pre-made prosthetics, bald caps; correct technique for laying facial hair and use of spfx products will be taught. Students are asked to bring your basic makeup kit, all theatrical and spfx supplies will be provided.

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

Get TEMPTU Certified with our Airbrush Bridal Workshop

November 12th, 2018 | 10am-4pm

Make Up First Airbrush Bridal Workshop with TEMPTU

Join us for our TEMPTU Certified Airbrush/Bridal Workshop. This one-day workshop at Make Up First School will cover the business of bridal, as well as airbrush makeup using TEMPTU products!  Students will learn how to assemble and use the airbrush and compressor, in addition to learning application techniques, and selection of various airbrush foundations, blushes and contour shades in order to create the highly sought-after flawless airbrushed face.

Learn how to use both the handheld TEMPTU Air and the classic TEMPTU compressor/gun combo.

Equipment is provided for use during the one-day, six-hour session, as well as available for purchase. Students should bring brushes from their makeup kits.

Upon completion, students will receive a TEMPTU Certified by Make Up First® Certificate!

Check out make up first’s halloween showcase on WGN's Around Town!

On October 17th, catch the Make Up First team on WGN’s Around Town with Ana Belaval as we preview this year’s hottest Halloween looks. Our team of Make Up First graduates will be showcasing a dozen different makeup designs, from the special FX heavy blockbusters of 2018 to the trending styles of Instagram. We’ll have something for everyone as we preview makeup and costume combinations for men, women, and children just in time for Halloween.

Tune in between 8am-10am to catch the full segment!

Check out some photos and video of the segment from years past!

 
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

How To Help

In support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, during the entire month of October Make Up First® will be donating a portion of our sales on select products to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

Make Up First BCRF Breast Cancer Awareness Month

“The Breast Cancer Research Foundation is a nonprofit organization committed to achieving prevention and a cure for breast cancer. We provide critical funding for cancer research worldwide to fuel advances in tumor biology, genetics, prevention, treatment, metastasis and survivorship.”


Shop our “Pink Picks” and help donate to an incredible cause!
#ThinkPink

You can also donate directly to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation on their site here!


Get The Facts

According the the American Cancer Society, breast cancer is the most common type of cancer among women aside from skin cancers. About 1 in 8 women in America will be diagnosed with breast cancer over their lifetime. Preventative lifestyle and early detection remain paramount, but even after a diagnosis, breast cancer survivorship has tripled over the last 60 years. Get more information below and stay proactive.

Infographic: www.cityofhope.org

Infographic: www.cityofhope.org

Help Choose Our Next Workshops!

This year we hosted our first Mini Monday Workshop taught entirely in Spanish, and we loved the response we got. As we prepare for another exciting year at Make Up First®, we’d love to hear which workshops you’re interested in taking. Please choose from the choices below of past workshops, or write in your own suggestion!