LEVEL I // BEAUTY ESSENTIALS

THE PROFESSIONAL MAKE-UP ARTIST COURSE FOR PASSIONATE BEGINNERS

LEVEL I // Beauty Essentials is more than a course — it’s a technical reset.
In 12 intensive days (84 hours), you’ll unlearn bad habits and replace online trends with real, professional techniques. From theory to hands-on skills, this program builds the foundation every make-up artist needs: base match, color theory, highlights & shadows, eye design, and lip correction. Nothing is skipped.
Finish strong with your official MUD International Certificate, recognized worldwide and ready to launch your professional journey.

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84 hours

No pre-education required

Berlin

€ 2950
Inc. kit / retail value 1 700€

In this course
we will cover:

This iconic course is your first step into the inspiring world of professional makeup artistry at Make-up Designory.

LEVEL I // Beauty Essentials is the foundation of your journey toward a successful career in the fast-growing, ever-evolving makeup industry. It provides you with the essential techniques and knowledge to create flawless, corrective beauty makeup on every face.

The course is structured into four main steps:

Foundation, Highlight & Shadow, Eyes & Lips, and Complete Beauty Looks.

Throughout these modules, you’ll master the core techniques required in this diverse industry. No matter where you plan to work—fashion, film, bridal, or beauty—mastering beauty makeup is a must.

You’ll begin by learning facial analysis using face charts, followed by product selection, skin correction, and the strategic use of highlights and shadows. The training culminates in complete makeup applications, from fully corrective to clean and natural beauty looks.

What you will learn:

How to work professionally with the products and tools in your kit
Industry-standard hygiene practices
Face analysis and individualized makeup planning
Correction of discoloration and asymmetry
Sculpting and contouring with highlight and shadow
Eyeliner techniques for different eye shapes
Eyebrow shaping and tweezing
Designing a unique and precise smoky eye for any eye shape
Enhancing lashes with mascara and false lashes
Lip correction and definition
Creating flawless, natural beauty looks

Certification:

After successfully passing your practical and written exams, your results will be submitted to MUD Los Angeles for verification. You will then receive your internationally recognized Level I Make-up Artist Certificate, issued by MUD US Headquarters.

Is this beauty make-up course right for you?

Are you dreaming of a career as a professional make-up artist?

Are you following beauty trends and make-up world closely?

Are you eager to learn professional skills from an experts? If yes, then Beauty Essentials is a perfect start for you. It doesn't matter if you have little or no experience as a make-up artist. We start from the beginning and bring to perfection the ultimate make-up techniques.

This course makes the perfect base for continuing education followed by our specialized programmes and courses.

You get more than just a make-up course

Talent alone isn’t enough to succeed in the makeup industry. To stand out, you need the right skills, structure, and support. With the Beauty Essentials course, you’ll gain much more than technical knowledge — you’ll build a solid foundation for your career.

Here's what you'll get:

Intensive hands-on training focused on real industry techniques
A dedicated instructor who offers personalized guidance and support
Access to professional school facilities to continue practicing
Practical exercises with individual and group feedback
Ongoing evaluation to help you grow with confidence
Direct access to all advanced MUD courses worldwide
Mastery of strict hygiene standards — a true professional signature
An international certificate, recognized across the industry

And after graduation:

Immediate access to our exclusive MUD Job Board for professional opportunities across all sectors: beauty, fashion, film, TV & more
Lifetime 40% discount on all MUD products — tools, brushes, and formulas used by top industry pros
Continued access to the school, the professional studio and equipment, even after completing your course — because once you’re part of MUD, you’re always welcome