November 12th-15th | 10am-2pm

Looking to add a little flair to your hair this holiday season? Join our Intensive Hairstyling for Makeup Artists workshop where you’ll learn all about styling, techniques, 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 November 15th, 2019
-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

Check out some of the hairstyles from our previous workshops below!

OCTOBER 25 & 26 | 12PM-4PM

Leave your Halloween makeup to the pros! On October 25th and 26th, Make Up First will be taking appointments to help bring your Halloween makeup to life! With applications ranging from face painting to bald caps and special effects, we’ve got you covered for every look!

Check our pricing guide below to see what category your specific makeup falls into—and don’t forget to call (312-621-0801) or email us (info@makeupfirst.com) to book your appointment in advance!
All appointments must be finalized by Wednesday, October 23rd

PRICING GUIDE

$75: Traditional makeup, glam looks, or facepainting

$150: Advanced face painting or detailed line work, small prosthetics (bullet holes, scars, broken nose)

*For extensive applications or advanced prosthetics, such as bald caps, pre-made pieces, etc, please call or email for a consultation

Check out some past work from our graduates below to find your inspiration, or email us a photo and description of what you have in mind!

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Consolidated Basic Makeup I & II
November 18th-22nd | 10am-5pm

Get a jumpstart on your makeup artistry certification with our Consolidated Basic Makeup I & II course starting November 18th!

Our intensive, week-long course covers the entirety of our Basic Makeup I and II classes. This course is perfect for anyone looking to begin our certification program who may not otherwise be able to attend. If you’re traveling from out of town, or are restricted by other commitments, our consolidated course provides a great opportunity to start (and finish) your certification at an accelerated pace.

The course will cover all topics provided in Basic Makeup 1 and 2, including lessons on:

• Contents of a complete makeup artist kit.

• Proper hygiene and sanitation

• Skin type identification

• Color theory

• Facial anatomy

• Light makeup applications

• Corrective makeup techniques (highlight and contour) to alter the face shape as well as the eyes, lips and cheeks
  

Additionally students will have the opportunity to apply makeup to models of varying skin tones, ethnicities, ages and genders.

This course is perfect for anyone who lives outside the city, has a demanding schedule, or wants to get a head start on their certification!

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At Make Up First® School of Makeup Artistry, our certification program is streamlined to give you exactly what you need to become a pro. Our program, approved by the Illinois Board of Higher Education, offers in-depth makeup artistry training with extensive hands-on studio time using pro cosmetics and taught by the finest instructors. By offering professional instruction in all areas of makeup artistry, we prepare our students to be able to accept work in all avenues of the industry, including editorial, bridal, theatrical, media, clinical and more.

With the ATTN! Beauty Trio, it’s never been easier to keep your makeup clean and beautiful. This powerful collection—including a makeup sanitizer mist, makeup mixing medium, and no-rinse makeup remover—fits easily into your makeup kit and easy to use on the go! All of our products are made from natural ingredients that are vegan, cruelty-free, and paraben-free.

For a limited time, get the ATTN! Beauty Trio for just $40 at the link below!

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ATTN! Makeup Sanitizer Mist

Quick-drying formula cleans and disinfects all powder and cream-based cosmetics, as well as tools, palettes, and spatulas. Dries quickly without changing the product or leaving an oily residue!

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ATTN! No-Rinse Makeup Remover Foam

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

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ATTN! Makeup Mixing Medium

Add a drop of Mixing Medium to:

• Intensify

• Combine

• Revive

Works with any loose pigments, glitters or shadows.
Pro Tip: Add to your drying out gel liners, pomades and more to revive!

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 all products to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

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

This cause is especially dear to us as one of the owner’s daughters has been battling breast cancer for the last three years.

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HOW TO HELP

Shop any of our products in the Pro Shop, including our ‘Pink Picks’ collection, and we will donate a portion of every sale to the BCRF!

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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.

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!

The warm glow of summer is fading fast. Skirts and sandals have made their way back into the closet in favor of jackets and boots—and in much the same way your wardrobe needs a change-up, so does your skincare routine. As the seasons trend towards colder weather, the elements can be ruthless on your skin and lips, but with the right products, you can keep your skin looking flawless. We’ve got you covered with our step-by-step regimen—from removal and repair to full skin revival.

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REMOVE

Give your face the ultimate spa treatment with the Make Up Eraser. With warm water, fully soak the cloth before using, then use circular motions to loosen and remove makeup. Afterwards, cleanse your face with Bioderma’s refreshing micellar water formula that cuts through dirt, oil, and even waterproof makeup. The soothing cucumber extract leaves even dry, irritated, and sensitive skin feeling soft and refreshed.

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REPAIR

After cleansing your face, rejuvenate your skin with Mustaev’s Vitamin Sadness Mask. This revitalizing mask is infused with vitamins that hydrate, nourish, and reduce the signs of fatigue and stress while bringing back radiance to the skin. Then, give your lips some TLC with ToGoSpa’s Rose Gold Lips mask. This micro-infused collagen gel mask—with Hyaluronic Acid, Vitamins C & E, Resveratrol, Rose Extract, and Gold Powder—create a supercharged anti-aging lip restoration mask to moisturize, re-hydrate and soothe dry lips, as well as smooth out lines around the mouth.

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REVIVE

Fight back against Fall with a double dose of Embryolisse! Cicalisse is a revitalizing cream that accelerates skin restoration while nourishing and moisturizing with a combination of sugars, Vitamin E, soft butters, and aloe vera extract. Apply morning or night to achieve brighter, healthier skin. Fight back against puffy under eyes and dark circles with the amazing Radiant Eyes treatment stick that brightens and smooths eye contours in minutes. Use on both upper and lower eyelids—and for a stronger cooling effect, store in the refrigerator!

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.

TEMPTU CERTIFIED AIRBRUSH BRIDAL WORKSHOP

SEPTEMBER 23RD | 10AM-4PM

Airbrush makeup is here to stay, and for bridal clients, it’s a must-have skill. Our Temptu-Certified Airbrush Bridal Workshop is continuously updated with the newest products, information, and how-to guides from Temptu—the industry leader in airbrush makeup.

In 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.

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.

Photo and makeup by @donni.davy

Week after week, the incredible makeup looks from HBO’s Euphoria have the internet abuzz. Crafted by makeup artist Doniella Davy, the characters’ personalities and situations are reflected in the unique use of glitter, sequins, bold liner, and bright eye shadows. Even the red carpet and runways have taken notice.

These looks may seem tough to recreate, but all you need are the right products and bit of extra confidence. The Make Up First® staff has selected some of their favorite looks from the past season, and provide the perfect products to recreate them below!

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Colorful “Halo” Liner

Photo and makeup by @donni.davy

For bold eye color, choose highly-pigmented products that are going to stay in place, like Danessa Myricks 24-hour Colorfix. Use a precise detailing brush, such as the Bdellium Tools 712 Wet/Dry Eyeliner Brush, to place the pigment exactly where you desire. If you decide to use eyeshadow, make sure to mix it with Inglot’s Duraline to keep it bold and waterproof.

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Bold Color with Creative Liner

Photo and makeup by @donni.davy

Danessa Myricks Colorfix Matte will give you the powerful pink color, and the Colorfix Glaze provides a glossy texture. Use a smudgeproof product, like Eve Pearl Liquid Liner, to create sharp line work, like the design featured above.

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Bejeweled Winged Liner

Photo and makeup by @donni.davy

Create the perfect winged liner with Stilazzi Borderline Intense Gel Liner (Amethyst) and the 708 Bent Eyeliner brush from Bdellium Tools. You can use Callas Eyelash Adhesive to glue on “eye jewelry” from any craft store, Complete the look with Stilazzi’s Lip Finish, which will give your lips an intense shine that lasts all day.

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!

Happy Labor Day Weekend! 🎉

Our Pro Shop will be closed for the long weekend, but that doesn’t mean you have to miss out on huge savings. Shop online and get 25% off your order using the code “LABORDAY” at check out!

Sale begins Friday, 8/30/19 at 4:00 PM & ends Monday, 9/2/19 at 11:59 PM CST

Check out some of our staff favorites below!

Our Fall Certification Session starts September 3rd!

It’s not too late to start your dream career!

At Make Up First, you can earn your certificate in just 10 weeks. With class times in the morning (10am-1pm), afternoon (2pm-5pm), and evening (6pm-9pm), we have a class time that works for even the busiest schedules.

Our comprehensive certification program is streamlined to give you exactly what you need to become a pro and start your professional career immediately. Our program, approved by the Illinois Board of Higher Education, offers in-depth makeup artistry training with extensive hands-on studio time using pro cosmetics and taught by the finest instructors. By offering professional instruction in all areas of makeup artistry, we prepare our students to be able to accept work in all avenues of the industry, including editorial, bridal, theatrical, media, and clinical!

Where Are They Now?

We are proud that the vast majority of our former students are actively working in the makeup artist industry! While some of our former students have moved on to Los Angeles or New York, most of our students find themselves gainfully employed in the Chicago area. Our former students work in film, television, theater, spas, and also freelance as bridal and commercial makeup artists.

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.

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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.

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BEST SELLERS

August 27th-30th, 2019
10am-2pm

Looking to add a little flair to your hair? Join our Intensive Hairstyling for Makeup Artists workshop where you’ll learn all about styling, techniques, 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 August 30, 2019
*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

Check out some of the hairstyles from our previous workshops below!

August 26th: 9am-6pm

Demo-Only: $300 | Full-Day: $650

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Final call to register for this incredible one-day workshop with international celebrity makeup artist, Roshar! This workshop includes:

MODEL PHOTOSHOOT
Roshar will direct attendees as they create flawless looks on agency models for their portfolios. Photographed by professional photographer Robert Beczarski.

DEMO BY ROSHAR
Get an exclusive look at the techniques Roshar uses to create his signature looks, with time for Q & A.

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FREE SWAG BAG WITH PRODUCTS FROM:

AND MORE!

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All attendees entered to win a Glamcor Riki Skinny Mirror!
We’ll be giving away THREE!

Don’t wait, limited spaces available!

You want to become a makeup artist, but financially you don’t know how to make it happen. Don’t let the fear of financial burdens hold you back—use the tools and resources available to turn your dreams into a reality.

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 and 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! Deadline is October 31st!

• 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

Do you have high-quality photos of your work that demonstrate your full range and talent? You should! At Make Up First, our eight course Certificate Program includes an entire course on Media Makeup, so all your looks come out flawless.

You will work with agency models, under the direction of Chicago’s finest professional photographer, and receive high resolution photos of all of your images so you can start building your website and portfolio immediately! Take a look at some of the incredible work our students have done in the past below.

Our Fall Certification Program starts September 3rd! Sign up today!

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Already an established makeup artist? You won’t want to miss the upcoming portfolio building workshop, with celebrity makeup artist Roshar. During this two-day workshop, Roshar will demonstrate his signature avant-garde approach, and attendees will:

• Get an exclusive look at the Roshar’s techniques

• Work on professional agency models under the direction of Roshar, photographed by professional photographer Robert Beczarski

• Receive all high res images of the photographed looks for their portfolio

• AND! Day 2 attendees will be entered to win one of three GLAMCOR RIKI SKINNYS

• Receive a FREE SWAG BAG full of products from our sponsors

Stilazzi, in collaboration with Jordan Liberty, introduces to you his “holy grail” eyeshadow palette, aptly titled DARKROOM. Jordan’s international career as a makeup artist and beauty photographer has set his work apart from the crowd, and DARKROOM is a celebration of the colors and textures that have captured his imagination across the globe on his world tour in 2018 and 2019. A homage to his early roots in the photographer’s darkroom, Jordan explores the importance of light manipulation to both makeup artistry and photography with 18 carefully crafted eyeshadows.

“Nine lean cool and nine lean warm shades with a mix of matte, soft metallic, intense metallic, and sheer shift shades (which I hope you’ll love as much as I do). At first glance the palette looks incredibly colorful - and while there are some fantastic brights inside, DARKROOM is firmly grounded in neutrals and I probably spent most of my time in development on some of my favorite transition shades ever…there are 4 shades that can be used as transitions on various skin tones or as highlights or shadows on others.”

- Jordan Liberty

To see more of Jordan’s work, check out his website here!