Makeup & Nails

Makeup & Nails Online Course

Master the basics of skincare, makeup and nails before developing more advanced techniques, and learn how to contour like a pro.

Makeup & Nails Class Overview

  • Advanced hair removal techniques
  • Basic and advanced makeup application
  • Nail art, acrylics, gel nails and nail tips
  • Complementary treatments such as Aromatherapy massage and Reflexology
  • Skin care fundamentals and ingredient composition of skincare products

Makeup & Nails Course Content

module 1

Diploma in Makeup, Nails and Beauty

  1. Basic Makeup Application

    This online class will introduce you to the world of eye makeup and teach you the basics of makeup application. Develop and practice your blending skills, while getting familiar with some of the popular makeup products available.

  2. Lash and Brow Enhancements

    Eyebrows and eyelashes are defining features that can enhance your face and your makeup. This makeup class will focus on enhancement treatments and products that can be applied to the brows and lashes, both temporary and permanent such as microblading, and how to enhance makeup with the use of artificial lashes.

  3. Makeup Tools

    Did you know that using the right makeup brush can improve your makeup application? Your makeup application can also change depending on your choice of brush — natural or synthetic. This class will explain the different types of makeup brushes and tools, how to use them, and how to care for them so that you get the longest lifespan out of your brushes.

  4. Primer and Foundation

    What is perfectly applied makeup without a good base? In this lesson, you will learn how to prep your skin properly, as well as the difference between popular products and how to establish which products will benefit your skin the most. By the end of this online class, you will be a pro at applying primer and foundation to the skin.

  5. Concealing, Highlighting and Contouring

    What effects do light and darkness have on makeup? Using the principles of enhancing and minimising features using lighter and darker shades, this lesson will give you the confidence to highlight and contour your face flawlessly. You will also learn how to conceal conditions on the skin using colour correcting concealers, based on the principles of the colour wheel.

  6. Advanced Makeup

    How has makeup evolved over the years? Makeup trends from the past are still present in everyday makeup applications, including advanced makeup applications like smokey eyes or cut creases. This lesson focuses on makeup application for your next big event and provides you with considerations you should take into account.

  7. Basics of Skincare

    Makeup application needs a clean canvas to start with. Learn all about a basic skincare routine and how to take care of the skin daily. By the end of the lesson, you will be able to differentiate between cleansers, toners and moisturizers. You will also learn how to select the best possible products to take care of your skin, and how to choose the correct makeup products based on your skin type.

  8. Continuing On

    Module 1 of this makeup course wraps up with a sneak peek into the upcoming modules, including some of the exciting topics that will be covered, such as manicures and nail treatments, how to remove your own hair correctly, and how to tackle acne.

module 2

Intermediate in Makeup, Nails and Beauty

  1. Manicuring Basics

    When people think of nail services, they often think of beautifully manicured nails, or better yet, a beautiful set of gel or acrylic nail tips, but it is also important to understand and care for the basic nails when receiving these treatments. This lesson will introduce the basic manicure steps to you, including the different styles of paint, and finishes off by delving into the topic of nail art.

  2. Pedicuring Basics

    This lesson will cover everything you need to know about the feet such as the basic nail diseases that you should look out for on the nails before continuing with a pedicure treatment, and how to proceed, be it manually or with the assistance of an electric file which will speed up the treatment. At the end of this lesson, you will be well equipped with the knowledge and practical skills to perform the basics of both a manicure and pedicure treatment.

  3. Nail Tip and Wrap Application

    While some might love the appearance of a beautifully manicured nail, others might suffer certain conditions that prevent them from having that. In this case, weakened nail plates, soft nails, and nail biters generally benefit from the application of nail enhancements. This online class will cover how to apply a nail tip and how to apply a nail wrap.

  4. Gel Nail Application

    Do you suffer from weak, brittle nails? Or do you feel like your nails are constantly breaking? If so, a gel overlay might be the perfect solution. This nails class looks at the various methods of gel application and teaches you how to apply gel to natural nails, or nail tips, based on the information taught in the previous lesson.

  5. Acrylic Nail Application

    Should gel not be strong enough, this lesson will teach you how to mix acrylic powders, and how to apply them to the nail, which will include the easy-to-use dipping system.

  6. Hair Removal

    Why do humans have body hair, and should you remove it? This lesson will look at the structure of the hair, and explain why at times you may experience a quick regrowth, and at others, it may take a longer time for the hair to grow back. You will also learn about various hair removal methods and techniques.

  7. Body Conditions

    This lesson introduces advanced body treatments, and gives a breakdown of various conditions such as cellulite, stretch marks and varicose veins. You will learn how these conditions are formed, how you can prevent them, and how you can treat them, with both at home treatments and advanced treatments.

  8. Body Wraps

    In this lesson, you will learn about some of the alternate treatments like body wraps and body massage which help to reduce some of the common body conditions mentioned in previous lessons. You will be introduced to the different kinds of body wraps, and how to use them, as well as some DIY recipes to make your own body wraps at home.

module 3

Advanced in Makeup, Nails and Beauty

  1. Basic Skincare Routine

    Learn all out basic skincare routine and how to take care of the skin on a daily basis. By the end of the lesson, you will be able to differentiate between cleansers, toners, and moisturisers and select the best possible products to take care of your skin. This lesson will lay the foundation for the rest of the course.

  2. Advanced Skincare Routine

    Learn how to advance your skincare routine on a weekly basis by adding exfoliation and masking. This lesson will focus on the different types of exfoliation and masks.

  3. Natural Skincare

    This lesson will detail natural ingredients found in your everyday life that can also be incorporated into your skincare routine. You will even discover fun DIY recipes that allow you to make your own skincare products at home.

  4. SPF and Sun care

    In this lesson you will learn all about SPF, the different types of SPF, how important it is, and what it really protects against. By the end of this lesson, you will never be without a form of protection of your skin again.

  5. Men’s Skincare

    What is the difference between a man’s skincare routine and a woman’s? Should men use different products? Are there certain conditions that men suffer from that could be easily remedied? This lesson will introduce the basics of a man’s skincare routine, as well as a few common skin conditions that can easily be treated.

  6. Acne

    This lesson takes an in-depth look at the most common skin condition, acne, and looks at the root causes, triggers and treatments of the different grades of acne.

  7. Hormonal Skincare

    This lesson will introduce the different hormones that play a role in the skin during hormonal fluctuations like puberty, pregnancy and menopause, and how to adapt your skincare routine during those times.

  8. Lifestyle

    In this lesson, you will begin to understand how lifestyle choices and diet can affect the skin’s appearance. You will also learn how to help the skin deal with the effects of stress and lack of sleep.

module 4

Proficient in Makeup, Nails and Beauty

  1. Common Skin Conditions

    This lesson will look at sensitive skin. Sensitive skin has been a topic of controversy in the skincare field for many years, and there is still no finalised answer as to whether this is a skin type or a skin condition. In this lesson, you will look at the very common skin conditions that you could encounter on the skin.

  2. Advanced At-home Treatments

    In this lesson you will be introduced to facial electrical equipment that is available for home use, what they do for the skin, and the results that can be expected.

  3. Cosmetic Ingredients

    In this lesson you will learn how to identify the different cosmetic ingredients that are formulated and found in common skincare products available on the shelves, as well as the ingredients to avoid. You will also learn about how these ingredients function on the skin and the effects they may have.

  4. Facial and Body Massage

    There are so many good benefits to the face as well as the skin when performing massage regularly. Massage is regarded as one of the oldest healthcare services known to humans. Today, there are over 80 different types of massage treatments with emphasis on different body parts and types of treatment. In this lesson, you will learn about different massage movements, and different massage techniques, so that you can incorporate them into your daily routine as well your facial treatments.

  5. Advanced Facial Massage

    This lesson will introduce advanced facial massage techniques that can be used on the face and body, like gua-sha stones, jade rolling and lymphatic drainage.

  6. Aromatherapy

    This lesson will give you an introduction to aromatherapy and the various essential oils, teaching you how to use them and the effects of using essential oils in a treatment.

  7. Reflexology

    This lesson will introduce reflexology and its benefits, plus the zones on the feet, and how they correspond to the body.

  8. Self-care

    This lesson will look at different self-care methods you should consider when trying to balance the body and mind to work in harmony with the skin.

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