Special Occasion Make-Up QLS Level 3

You will receive your course by post or email, so getting your materials is easy and hassle-free. Your personal tutor is there to support you every step of the way by email, so help is only a click away! The course will allow you to study whenever you want, at your own pace. All coursework can be submitted by either post or email.

Course Content

Unit 1 The Skin and Preparation

• Skin structure
• Preparation of the skin prior to makeup application
• Products used
• Consultation techniques
• Contraindications
• Client record keeping
• Skin analysis

Unit 2 Make-Up Techniques and Provision

• Face shapes and face charting
• Treatment planning and trial
• Brushes
• Tools
• Products
• Health, safety and hygiene
• Selecting and applying various foundations
• Colour correction and concealing
• Traditional Bridal
• Natural Eye makeup
• Smokey effect (natural and dark)
• Applications of highlighting and shading
• Application of flare and strip lashes

Unit 3 Vintage Retro Styles

• Vintage retro styles using Hollywood and Period inspiration
• Defining features
• Applying different brow shapes in accordance to era
• Luscious lips and precision liner on both eyes and lips
• Looks from the 20’s, 30’s, 40’s, 50’s and 60’s

Unit 4 Asian Bridal Application

• Asian Bridal application and techniques
• Traditional bridal looks
• Eye makeup with glitter application
• Cream shadows and shimmers
• Different Liquid eyeliner techniques
• Advanced cream contouring

Unit 5 Airbrush Make-Up

• All airbrush tools and techniques
• How it differs from traditional make-up
• How it is incorporated in bridal designs
• How to combine it with classical make-up for a flawless finish

Unit 6 How to Start Your Career as a Freelance Make-Up Artist

• How to build you career as a freelance make-up artist
• Insurance and legislation
• How to market the business
• How to build your portfolio
• How to set up costings following client consultations