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turn your passion into a thriving make-up career

From Beginner to Fully-Booked: The Path to Becoming a Recognised Makeup Artist

You have the talent and the passion for makeup, but you don’t know where to start. You dream of seeing your name recognized in the industry, of building a client base that keeps you fully booked, but without the right training, credentials, and connections, it feels overwhelming. That’s where this course comes in.

We provide the skills, mentorship, and hands-on experience you need to transform your passion into a profitable career. Whether you want to master bridal makeup, fashion editorials, or celebrity styling, this is the gold-standard course to get you there. With an internationally recognised certification, real-world industry exposure, and expert-led training, you’ll be fully equipped to make your mark in the world of professional makeup artistry.

Why learn from us?
This isn’t just another makeup course—it’s a launchpad for your career. Your mentor, Carina Pereira, has trained with industry-leading brands and built a name for herself at MAC Cosmetics, working on fashion weeks, music videos, and high-profile celebrity shoots. As an elite artist on MAC’s events team, she honed not only her makeup skills but also her ability to teach and shape the next generation of makeup professionals. Her passion for education led her to establish this course, ensuring aspiring artists like you receive top-tier training, insider techniques, and hands-on experience in real industry settings.

Cost: R15 000

Duration of this course: 2 months Full time & 4 months Part time

Full time course: Tuesday to Friday 10:00am - 13:00pm

Part time course: Tuesday evenings 18:00pm - 21:00pm

Certificate & qualification: An internationally recognized certificate as well as work experience and assistance in job placements as well as the opportunity to assist Carina on brand shoots & weddings to gain experience.

What you'll get

  • A premium set of Swiitchbeauty makeup brushes
  • A customized tote bag
  • A professional-grade make-up training manual
  • A detailed, hands-on learning experience with expert mentorship
  • The opportunity to assist Carina on brand shoots and weddings

ready to take the first step?

Your dream career as a professional makeup artist starts here. Enroll now and gain the skills, confidence, and industry connections to thrive in this exciting field.

what you'll learn

skincare

Identifying skin types

Skincare and skincare steps

Correct product choice and primers

Guide to make-up brushes

back to basics

Application of blush, highlighter, bronzer and contour

Brow shaping

Eye chart and understanding eye colouring and shapes

Winged eyeliner

make-up looks

Bridal make-up

Bridesmaid make-up

Day wear make-up

Monochromatic

Perfect the red lip

Mature skin make-up

colour correction

Full colour correcting and colour theory

Foundation matching and correct concealing

Face shapes and how to enhance them

eye looks

Carbon smokey eye

Bronzed smokey

Halo eye

Cut crease

Half cut crease

Winged shaped shadow

advanced make-up

Ethnic skin make-up

False eyelash application

Male grooming

Creative (art) make-up

SFX make-up

Current make-up trend