Beauty Courses in Chicago, IL

Look at Pinterest, Instagram or the Red Carpet and you'll see that braids are a trend that aren't going anywhere! Chic, Polished and on-trend: braids can take you through brunch, workouts and even into your more formal occasions. Join us at goldplaited for a hands-on, hour-long class which will break down popular braids into just a few easy steps...

Love them or loathe them, celebrities seem to have glam down to a science. And while they want us all to believe that they "woke up like this", we know that they have personal hair and makeup teams to get them red carpet ready. Come and learn insider tricks so you too can be a glamazon in no time! Our makeup artists will lead you through a hands-on...

Experience a fun, whimsical workshop for both beginning and seasoned make-up artists alike. This workshop allows students to step into the vibrant world of fantasy make-up, where they will learn to create avant-garde looks that are perfect for photo shoots, costume parties, and cosplay. This workshop includes both a demo and hands-on portion that...

Learn tips & tricks for curling your hair at this hands-on curling iron workshop. Feel free to bring your own iron and products, or use ours! We’ll show you how to curl your hair with a variety of iron sizes and finishes to achieve volume, uniformity and perfect curls! BONUS BOLD BROWS! Learn to fill in your brows to perfectly shape your face...

The Class You've All Been Waiting for is here! Blowout bootcamp has arrived! Until now, our blowout bootcamp was reserved for professional hairstylists, but now we are putting the tools for perfect hair into your hands - literally! This is a small group class with a maximum of 6 students, and the hands-on attention of 1 teacher per 2 participants....

These eyelash extension classes are geared toward anyone who wants to add specialized services to increase their customer base. The eyelash extension training is designed to enhance your career, plus teach you new skills. Business marketing and product education are also included. Covered topics include maintenance and after care, reconstruction and...

Learn to properly assess and enhance facial features for the stage and create lively characters for the stage in this four-hour make-up workshop. Topics include:  Highlight and contour for the stage Enhancing facial features Make-up for different lighting conditions Stage character design. Note: All make-up and tools are provided for in-class...

This is a beginner makeup class to learn the basics of achieving a professional and polished makeup look for your workday. In this hands-on, small group lesson our professional makeup artistry instructors will take you through a simple, easy to replicate makeup look for day to day. Emphasis on using a few versatile products to save yourself precious...

This workshop is a continuation of our Intro to Special FX workshop. Learn to create advanced wounds such as severe burns and facial trauma using Kryolan FX products such as Artex, Body Illustration Color and HD Blood.  Note: All make-up and tools are provided for in-class use.  Attendees receive 30% off featured products when shopping...

Whether you're gearing up for Halloween or doing an epic cosplay, my special effects makeup artist skills will help you turn you into the being of your dreams! Use this makeup course as a Gateway introduction into Monster Makeup for Fun or Film! Class sizes are small so they are extra fun and attentive. Supplies included. Students need to bring...

Designed with transgender women in mind, attendees will learn make-up techniques for feminizing and enhancing facial features. In this 4-hour, hands-on workshop designed with transgender women in mind, attendees will learn make-up techniques for feminizing and enhancing facial features.  Topics include:  highlighting and contouring ...

Our one day basic airbrush makeup class improves upon your basic makeup techniques and focuses on the techniques of bridal airbrush makeup. The experience will be hands-on with professional quality airbrush equipment and teachers with real-world beauty makeup experience.  This class focuses on creating a flawless foundation using airbrush makeup...

This practical workshop will equip you with the skills needed to create a variety of gorgeous eye make-up looks from a natural daytime eye to a dramatic smokey eye and everything in between.  A variety of topics will be covered including application techniques, color experimentation, flattering make-up choices for different eye shapes, blending,...

Airbrushing has quickly become one of the most sought-after skills in the make-up artist industry. In this intensive one-day workshop, students will learn the fundamentals of airbrush make-up, including how to properly care for and maintain airbrush equipment and how to apply flawless make-up using our new Nebula silicone-based airbrush make-up. Topics...

Join the talented team at goldplaited for a class all about eye looks! In this class we will take you through the following steps:  how to prep your eye look for maximum longevity building a 2 color eye look for day with defined liner bumping your look up for evening by deeping the tone, adding smokiness and a pop of shimmer. Finish the...