Learn the business of Bridal as well as Airbrush makeup during this one-day workshop using TEMPTU products!

Students will learn how to assemble and use the airbrush and compressor; and will be taught techniques and be guided in the selection of various airbrush foundations, blushes and contour shades, in order to create the highly sought-after flawless airbrushed face. Students should bring brushes from their makeup kits.

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With the advent of high definition technology, airbrush makeup has become more popular than ever for all media formats. Brides will often hire only the makeup artist who can create the highly sought-after flawless airbrushed face. Live events, such as fashion shows and events with body painters, often incorporate airbrush makeup as an essential part of the makeup application.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

• Prepare the skin for airbrush makeup

• Learn using different formulations: water, silicone and alcohol based

• Select the matching foundation

• Create the matching foundation, using color theory

• Airbrush foundation, blush, highlight and contour colors

• Learn how to quick-clean the airbrush between product/client change

• Disassemble, clean and reassemble the airbrush

• The Business of Bridal

• How to create a Bridal Contract, pricing, etc!

• Learn appropriate Bridal looks.

This workshop runs from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 7.

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Ready to advance your career? Only a few spots remain for our Fall 2021 session, so don’t delay!

Ready to expand your skillset and advance your career?

If you have If you've completed Basic Makeup I and Basic Makeup II in the past, you can now continue your certification!

Media Makeup HD starts up THIS MONDAY, July 19, and only a few spots are available. If you’re ready to jump back into the program, The full schedule of remaining courses in our Summer Session is below.

Media Makeup HD
July 19 & 20
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Media: Runway, Editorial, Fashion
July 26 & 27; August 2 & 3
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Theatrical Makeup A
August 9 & 10
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Theatrical Makeup B
August 16 & 17
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Clinical Makeup
August 24 & 26
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Careers in Makeup Artistry
August 30
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Courses run Mondays and Tuesdays during the daytime.

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Upgrade Your Kit!

Bring your kit from your past session and a $50.00 kit fee will update your kit with more than $300 worth of new products!

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Haven’t taken Basic Makeup I or II yet?

Only a few spots remain for our Fall 2021 session, so don’t delay!

We are so proud of our students who successfully completed the Summer 2021 Basic Makeup I Session!

Everyone quickly learned and adhered to the newest part of the curriculum—sanitation and hygiene. As always, our students were introduced to the basics of color theory and facial anatomy, and applied those concepts—using their extensive kit materials—during the hands-on portion of each class. We are excited to dive into Basic Makeup II and to see our Summer Session students continue to learn even more!

Learning about the Student Kit

Facial anatomy

Our new location is perfect for all the practical makeup applications: the lighting, the mirrors, and the spacious rooms worked well to enhance our teaching and hands-on experience.

We are grateful for our new, enthusiastic staff members, who want nothing more than to provide the best education possible: Syd Genco, Michelle Boyce, and Jade Labriola!

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Ready to join us and jumpstart your career?

Only a few spots remain for our Fall 2021 session, so don’t delay!

Our SOLD OUT Summer session begins on Monday, but you can get in on the Fall session in our gorgeous new West Loop location!

Classes start with Basic Makeup I on September 13. If you’re planning on attending, don’t delay—our Summer session sold out quickly and we anticipate Fall will do the same!

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Our New Location

In case you’ve missed our announcement, we have partnered with the renowned salon, Art+Science in Chicago’s thriving West Loop. Our beautiful upstairs instruction and hands-on application space provides high ceilings and contemporary ventilation for an open flow, and we’ll be able to safely distance, and yet still positively engage with our students. We’re just a few blocks from public transportation and ample parking.

Our new schedule will deliver energized, industry-leading professional instruction in all areas of makeup artistry as we prepare students to work in all avenues of the industry. The duration of the Program is specifically designed to allow students to quickly launch their careers.

Art+Science: our new location in Chicago’s thriving West Loop neighborhood

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Ready to join us for our Fall session?

As you may have seen, we’re excited to go BACK TO SCHOOL—resuming in-person certification courses, kicking off our Summer session with Basic Makeup I on June 14, 2021.

Only a few spots remain, so if you’ve been waiting to register, the time is now!

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Art+Science: our new location in Chicago’s thriving West Loop neighborhood

In the spirit of forward-thinking collaboration, we have partnered with the renowned salon, Art+Science in Chicago’s thriving West Loop. Our beautiful upstairs instruction and hands-on application space provides high ceilings and contemporary ventilation for an open flow, and we’ll be able to safely distance, and yet still positively engage with our students. We’re just a few blocks from public transportation and ample parking.

Our schedule will deliver energized, industry-leading professional instruction in all areas of makeup artistry as we prepare students to work in all avenues of the industry, including editorial, bridal, theatrical, media, clinical and more. In addition, the duration of the Program is specifically designed to allow students to quickly launch their careers. You can see our Summer Course offerings here.

As always has been, the health and safety of our students, models, instructors, and staff are our top priority. We’ve implemented the following measures to promote the health and well-being of everyone:

1. Masks will be required at all times, with the exception of the person sitting as a model for makeup application.

2. Class size will be kept small and the classroom is large enough to accommodate plenty of distance between students.

3. Surfaces, tools, and supplies will be thoroughly sanitized before each class begins, and students must be responsible for maintaining a clean and sanitary makeup kit.

Ready to join us for our summer session?

The immersive, light-filled second floor at Art+Science

We all struggle with keeping all of our makeup and beauty essentials in order. Having a well-maintained vanity space in your home is essential to achieving the perfect look. But you might not know where to start.

In order to help, Redfin reached out to makeup experts from across the country—including Jill from Make Up First—to share their best advice on how to set up your vanity space and keep it organized. Here’s Jill’s quote:

The makeup is not right if done in the wrong light! Think ‘Goldilocks lighting – not too warm, not too cool, just right. Find a light system (3500 Kelvin) to achieve that “white light” needed to accurately see the true color. – Jill Glaser, Make Up First

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Read the rest of the article on organizing your home vanity space at the Redfin Blog.

Makeup artists and beauty enthusiasts alike eagerly await each season in anticipation of upcoming beauty trends.  Due to the pandemic, this year creatives met the challenge of staying safe while still showcasing newer beauty looks. With that in mind, it is not surprising that the minimal complexion makeup look from last season remains timeless…so far!  Let’s simplify: The “No-Makeup Makeup” look; the “Glowy” Complexion; and the “Glass Skin” Complexion.

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Look 1: The “No Makeup-Makeup” Look

While “natural” is the word, makeup may still be needed for even-toned, “natural” skin. To achieve this look, we recommend using only an SPF-infused tint to prevent sun damage, and then, if more coverage is desired, adding a sheer foundation to create the illusion of beautiful, makeup-free skin.

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Look 2: The “Glowy” Complexion

For an even more dramatic “natural” look, (as well as a heightened evening look), you may want to create an all-over glow.  In order to achieve the “glowy” skin look, try adding an illuminizing liquid product to a sheerly applied liquid foundation; lightly use a dusting of translucent setting powder on the cheekbones, and then add an illuminizing powder. 

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Look 3: The “Glass Skin” Complexion

With the choice of so many cosmetic lines that have so many products that “work”, it is easy to create a “natural glow” so that the skin looks bright, healthy and illuminated. In addition to a foundation, if needed  (do not add translucent setting powder), add a thin layer of gloss on top of the cheekbones, followed by a moisture spray over on the entire face to create an overall appearance of healthy, “dewy” skin.

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To shop products to achieve these looks and more, visit shop.makeupfirst.com!

BeautySchoolsDirectory.com is awarding a $2500 scholarship to a student. The next deadline is coming up March 1, so now is a great time to share this opportunity. More details on the Beauty & Wellness Professionals Scholarship can be found here: https://www.beautyschoolsdirectory.com/cosmetology-school-scholarships

In addition, we have this up-to-date list of additional scholarships available for students interested in the beauty field: https://www.beautyschoolsdirectory.com/financial-aid/scholarships

And even more information for students seeking additional financial aid options: https://www.beautyschoolsdirectory.com/financial-aid

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We are extremely proud of all our students and everything they have accomplished over the years at Make Up First! Throughout our 15 years, we’ve been fortunate to teach incredible artists, host workshops for the industry’s best MUAs, and lectured at some of the country’s biggest trade shows. As we look back at some of our favorite memories, we would love to see some of your favorite photos and videos from your time here as well! Tag @makeupfirstschool on Instagram with your favorite photos/videos and let us know what those memories mean to you.

Summer is typically a time when new trends in makeup and fashion are on full display. While this summer presents new challenges for makeup enthusiasts, creative MUAs are finding ways to accentuate their looks while wearing a mask.

The Chicago Tribune recently interviewed Make Up First owner, Jill Glaser, for tips on keeping looks fresh and fun while staying safe.

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All About Eyes

With the lower half of your face covered, it’s the perfect time to focus on your eyes. Go bold with bright summer colors and ”play up the eyes and the eyebrows,” Glaser said. The Viseart Editorial Brights palette has a wide range of vibrant colors to match whatever summer mood you want. It’s also worth investing in ATTN! Beauty’s Makeup Mixing Medium, which intensifies, combines, and revives shadows, loose pigments, and glitters.

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Tinted Moisturizer > Foundation

Summer is hot, and with masks covering most of your face, sweating can really complicate a full face of makeup. Now is the perfect time to ditch heavy foundations and replace them with something better: tinted moisturizers with SPF. Jill recommends still covering your whole face, as masks are taken off in certain scenarios, but the more lightweight your makeup is, the better. Waterproof is a plus! We recommend Embryolisse’s BB Cream.

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Finish With a Setting Spray

In the heat, and especially under a mask, some of your makeup may come off. You can help keep everything in place with setting sprays or powders. Jill recommends reapplying every 4 hours or so as the powders or sprays wear off. We recommend Skindinavia’s The Makeup Finishing Spray or Cinema Secrets Loose Setting Powder.

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Don’t Forget Sanitation

Make sure to wash your hands and masks regularly and always wear a clean mask. It’s also important to make sure your makeup is safe and sanitary as well. Use disposables when possible and make sure to sanitize your makeup with ATTN! Beauty’s Makeup Sanitizer Mist.

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.

Hello everyone! We hope you all have been staying safe and healthy during these uncertain times.
We wanted to touch base and provide updates from our School and Pro Shop.

At this time we are planning to open for our Fall Session as scheduled on Monday, September 14th, 2020. With that being said, providing a clean, safe environment for our students is our top priority.

Taking Action

Within our industry, strict cleaning and disinfecting procedures were already a standard before the effects of COVID-19. We will maintain and implement additional attention to all deep cleaning practices. 

We understand your concerns, so we have outdone ourselves in preparing our business for you! The safety of our staff and students is essential to us, so we have:

 Cleaned all surfaces and implements with an EPA-registered disinfectants
 Used chlorine bleach to clean to space
 Acquired appropriate personal protective equipment to be used for all staff and students
 Re-trained our staff on essential infection control and hand hygiene practices including: Milady Infection Control Certification
and BARBICIDE® COVID-19 Certification Course
 Implemented thorough hand washing in addition to hand sanitizers before and after contact with any staff/student
 Discontinued the practice of hand shaking and other non-essential contact

Feel free to ask any of us at any time about all that we do to provide for your safety.

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Enrollment is open now!

The Certificate Program, approved by the Illinois Board of Higher Education, is a comprehensive, in-depth makeup artistry-training program. By offering professional instruction in all areas of makeup artistry, we prepare the students to be able to accept work in all avenues of the industry, including editorial, bridal, theatrical, media, clinical and more. In addition, the duration of the Program is specifically designed to allow the students to quickly launch their career.

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THE PRO SHOP

While our School and Pro Shop remains closed at this time, you can still shop online! We are taking safety precautions and shipping once a week to get your orders out timely under current conditions. #shopsmall

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Join PRO.

Make Up First® PRO is a discount program for working industry professionals.

Members will enjoy PRO exclusive pricing and offers on our over 50 brands carried at the Pro Shop.  

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COVID-19 - WHEN WILL WE REOPEN?

Make Up First ® School must ensure that we provide a safe environment during this pandemic. Accordingly, we have cancelled our Spring Session 2020. We hope to reopen for our Summer Session, mid June 2020.

In the meantime, let us know: Would you be interested in “attending” our program online? We look forward to your response, but in the meantime, stay safe-stay home and sanitize!

Did you know that ATTN! Beauty’s Makeup Sanitizer Mist can also be used as a hand sanitizer? The Sanitizer Mist is a quick-drying, all-natural, organic antibacterial that instantly cleans and disinfects, while leaving a pleasing scent. It can be used to supplement hand washing when soap and water are unavailable.

The Sanitizing Mist is a clean product, which contains only five all-natural and organic ingredients: 70% natural organic Ethyl Alcohol, Witch Hazel, Rose Water, Aloe Vera, and (non artificial) Vanilla. The 70% natural organic ethyl alcohol works to kill bacteria, while the remaining ingredients work to keep the alcohol from drying out the skin.

The entire line of ATTN! Beauty products are geared towards clean and natural beauty solutions. Check out how to use each product in the ATTN! Beauty line with our instructional videos below!

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Like many other schools and businesses, Make Up First has temporarily suspended normal operations this week as the country navigates the recent coronavirus outbreak. We are all anxious and excited to get back to work doing what we love, but the health and safety of our students and staff are of the utmost importance to us. As such, we have revised our 2020 course dates, which are now current on our website, as well as in the list below. We are monitoring the situation closely, but hopefully we not need to revise these dates any further.

If changes are needed, they will be reflected on our website and social media as soon as possible. If you are already registered for any of the courses or workshops that were rescheduled, we will reach out to you directly. Thank you for your patience and understanding during this hectic time!

If you have any questions, please feel free to email info@makeupfirst.com!

*We will continue to honor and fill online product orders, and class payments can still be made online here!

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SPRING 2020

Basic I –April 13 - 23
Basic II – April 27 - May 7
Media HD – May 11 - 14
Theatrical A – May 18 - 21
Theatrical B – May 26 - 29
Media REF – June 1 - 11
Clinical – June 15 - 18
Careers— June 19

CONSOLIDATED WINTER
May 18 - 22

SUMMER 2020

Basic I – June 22 - July 2
Basic II – July 6 - 16
Media HD – July 20 - 23
Media REF – July 27 - Aug 6
Clinical – Aug 10 - 13
Theatrical A – Aug 17 - 20
Careers—August 21
Theatrical B –Aug 24 - 27

CONSOLIDATED SUMMER
August 31 - Sept 4

FALL 2020

Basic I –Sept 8 - 17
Basic II –Sept 21 - Oct 1
Media HD – Oct 5 - 8
Media REF –Oct 12 - 22
Theatrical A – Oct 26 - 29
Theatrical B – Nov 2 - 5
Clinical – Nov 9 - 12
Careers – Nov 13

CONSOLIDATED FALL
December 7 -11

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TEMPTU-Certified Airbrush Bridal Workshop
March 16, 2020 | 10am-4pm

Spring and summer are among the busiest seasons for bridal, and if you don’t know how to apply airbrush makeup you could miss out on potential clients. Let us help you make the most of wedding season!

Our Temptu-Certified Airbrush Bridal Workshop is the best way to prep for bridal season, covering both the business of bridal and learning to apply airbrush makeup. This workshop is continuously updated with the newest products, information, and how-to guides from Temptu—the industry leader in airbrush makeup.

During 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.

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!

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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. 

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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!

Become a “do-it-all” makeup artist by adding hairstyling skills this spring! Just in time for the busy bridal season we are offering multiple hairstyling workshops for all experience levels and hair textures! Find the workshop that’s right for you with our breakdown below!

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Hairstyling for Makeup Artists
March 17-20, 2020

In this 3-day intensive hairstyling 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.

Optional Day 4 Advanced Class Available on March 20th, 2020
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

This course can be used as 12-16 hours towards Continuing Education. Make Up First® is an approved sponsor under the IL Barber Act. 

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Mini Monday Workshop: Curls, Coils, and Waves
March 30, 2020

Come join us for demos and more! Open to the public from 10am - 12pm.

Join Make Up First® as we demo various styles and current trends in textured hair. This class will focus on different natural curl patterns and choosing the best products and styles for each.
Class taught by Lashon Delk.

This course can be used as 2 hours towards Continuing Education. Make Up First® is an approved sponsor under the IL Barber Act.

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Hairstyling for Textured Hair
April 21-23, 2020

In this three day hairstyling workshop for textured hair, instructors will focus on the use of multiple hairstyling tools, braiding, styling with hair pieces and more. Models will be provided for attendees on Day 3. Taught by Lashon Delk.

Having over a decade of experience with natural hair textures and styling, Lashon is a licensed cosmetologist and professionally trained make-up artist, entrepreneur and model. Upon completion of her academics at Paul Mitchell The School Chicago, she has furthered her education and career with companies such as;  MUSE Beauty Pro, Kett Cosmetics, Anastasia Beverly Hills and Make Up First. Lashon has traveled across the country fulfilling the beauty needs of her global clientele. When she isn’t currently interning with Mighty Artist Productions at ABC7Chicago, she continually expands her artistry by working trade shows, bridal, television and film and corporate and special events.