Make it Up

Makeup is a powerful tool... just think of before and after photos of Kate Moss! Whether you want an intro session or a make up career, here's where to start...

Start small
The legendary Japanese cosmetics creator Shu Uemura is offering bite sized makeup classes including, guidance on skin care essentials, professional makeup tips and advice on how to achieve the latest look.
Cost: from $80 for 1 hour
Where: Shu Uemura @ Tangs Orchard p.6734 6279
Shu Uemura @ VivoCity p.6376 9952

Giggles and glam
Get the girls together and get glammed up with make-up and hair styling while being pampered and sipping champagne. The sessions are hands-on so you can improve your skills and have some fun along the way.
Cost: approx. $200pp for a group session
Where: The Beautybox Studio, 452 Nam Peng Building, 02-00 North Bridge Rd p.6835 3012

Be a pro
Ever wondered what goes on backstage during fashion week? Become a professional make-up artist and find out! At Cosmoprof you can gain an internationally recognised qualification as a professional make up artist. Exciting courses such as fashion & bridal, stage & drama and special effects make up are all here.
Cost: from $374 to $9450 for the advanced diploma
Where: COSMOPROF Academy, 1 Selegie Rd, POMO p.6339 9115

From A - Z
Starting from the ground up, The MAKE UP FOR EVER Academy provides an excellent platform for aspiring professional makeup artists. With intensive practical lessons & training, this course covers the basics of face shapes and skin tones, to airbrushing, hair styling, nails and even artificial tattoos!
Cost: One-on-one workshop $200, professional courses from $1,100
Where: MAKE UP FOR EVER, 39 Stamford Rd, 02-06 Stamford House p.6333 0678

Special Offer!
Lucky for you, the first 10 Honeycombers readers to book this one-on-one workshop win receive $200 in vouchers to spend on makeup products. Whether you're an amateur or expert, you will definitely walk out feeling like a pro!