Contouring Diploma

To contour, you will use makeup that is slightly lighter, or darker, than your actual skin colour to sculpt your face and add dimension to it. It's all about creating the effect of shadow and light. This accredited Contouring Diploma is ideal for make-up artists looking to expand their skills. During this course, you’ll learn how to alter different face shapes, contour lips and eyes, and create cheekbones using different techniques. Once you have successfully completed your course, you will be able to obtain professional insurance from Radius and INSYNC Insurance, allowing you to create impressive make-up looks for your clients. You must be 18 or over to apply for professional indemnity insurance. If you choose to add on the contouring kit, you will receive the items you need to practice applying contouring techniques.

Course Content

Module 1 Foundation

• Personal standards and practice
• Hygiene
• Effective communication with clients
• Business promotion
• Preparation of the work area
• Health and safety legislations
• Insurance
• Being effective at work
• Promoting products and services
• Retail specific legislation
• Reception duties
• Taking payments and methods

Module 2 Anatomy and physiology

• Hair structure and removal
• Cells and tissues
• The skin
• The skeletal system
• The muscular system
• Blood and the heart
• The lymphatic system
• The systems
• Anatomy of the eye

Module 3 Skin healthcare

• Skin types
• Skin diseases/disorders

Module 4 Contouring

• Contour introduction
• Preparation and products
• Application technique
• Additional features
• Aftercare and contra-actions