Make Up First

Founded in 2006, Make Up First® School is nationally recognized as a premier makeup artistry program. We are proud to have trained and produced thousands of highly successful makeup artists who work in all aspects of the industry. Make Up First® is known for it’s quality education and hands-on instruction with top-notch instructors who continue to mentor our graduates throughout their careers.

Our Certificate Program

Our Certificate Program is a comprehensive, in-depth makeup artistry training program. By offering professional instruction in all areas of makeup artistry, 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 career.

Our Instructors

Each of the School’s instructors is a professional, working in the industry of their craft. The instructors include artists from Broadway productions, Ravinia, the Goodman Theater, Lyric Opera of Chicago, the School of the Art Institute, licensed estheticians, and highly successful media makeup artists. The instructors’ first-hand, professional knowledge of their industry is passed directly on to the students; the instructors are pleased to continue to advise students on their portfolios and their careers, long after they complete our Certificate Program