{"id":18344,"date":"2017-03-29T07:00:54","date_gmt":"2017-03-29T11:00:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/?p=18344"},"modified":"2017-03-29T07:00:54","modified_gmt":"2017-03-29T11:00:54","slug":"cosmetologists-guide-becoming-makeup-artist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2017\/03\/cosmetologists-guide-becoming-makeup-artist","title":{"rendered":"A Cosmetologist&#8217;s Guide to Becoming a Makeup Artist"},"content":{"rendered":"As a trained cosmetologist, you know a lot about health and beauty\u2014but are you ready to step up your game? With beauty training already under your belt, you can easily expand your client services (and make more money!).\n<p><\/p>\nHowever, cosmetology training is not the same as makeup artistry training. There are a lot of professional makeup techniques and theories that may be glossed over in cosmetology training. Now we know this depends on where completed your training, but refining your trade never hurts!\n<p><\/p>\nRead on to see how you can manage the move from cosmetology to makeup artistry!\n<p><\/p>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"672\" height=\"448\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/learning-makeup-online.jpg\" alt=\"Should you learn makeup artistry or cosmetology\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-18349\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/learning-makeup-online.jpg 672w, https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/learning-makeup-online-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 672px) 100vw, 672px\" \/>\n<p><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2017\/03\/cosmetologists-guide-becoming-makeup-artist\/#Back_to_basics\" >Back to basics<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2017\/03\/cosmetologists-guide-becoming-makeup-artist\/#Find_your_weakness\" >Find your weakness<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2017\/03\/cosmetologists-guide-becoming-makeup-artist\/#Improve_your_strengths\" >Improve your strengths<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2017\/03\/cosmetologists-guide-becoming-makeup-artist\/#Market_yourself\" >Market yourself<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2017\/03\/cosmetologists-guide-becoming-makeup-artist\/#Consider_giving_yourself_a_raise\" >Consider giving yourself a raise<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2017\/03\/cosmetologists-guide-becoming-makeup-artist\/#Inspired_to_start_your_makeup_career_Add_to_your_beauty_services_with_flexible_specialty_courses\" >Inspired to start your makeup career? Add to your beauty services with flexible specialty courses!<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Back_to_basics\"><\/span>Back to basics<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\nYou might have already learned some of what you\u2019ll train for in your makeup artistry course\u2014but you <em>definitely <\/em>need to pay attention! The techniques and skills may vary between the two professions, and it\u2019s super important that you know every variation. This is what makes a true professional\u2014knowing there\u2019s always more than one way to do things!\n<p><\/p>\nSo, don\u2019t try to rush through your makeup course. If you already know a few things, it will be a great refresher! Chances are, unless you just completed your cosmetologist training, a few small tips have slipped your mind. Use this chance to become a true expert in the world of beauty and cosmetics!\n<p><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Find_your_weakness\"><\/span>Find your weakness<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\nBecoming a cosmetologist takes hard work and time\u2014you need to study and practice <em>a lot<\/em>. Now that you\u2019re looking to expand your expertise, you can start by finding where you most need to improve in your techniques. You might be naturally gifted with creating a beautiful cat eye\u2014but you can\u2019t contour for your life (as with most of us\u2026).\n<p><\/p>\nExamining your existing skills will help you learn about yourself and your career goals. What type of makeup applications do you enjoy most? Bridal? Glamour? Special FX? During <a href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/online-makeup-courses\/master-makeup-artistry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">your makeup artistry course<\/a>, you\u2019ll be able to try all of these variations to find what you love!\n<p><\/p>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"672\" height=\"448\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Cosmetology-and-makeup-artistry.jpg\" alt=\"Learn to become a makeup artist online\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-18347\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Cosmetology-and-makeup-artistry.jpg 672w, https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Cosmetology-and-makeup-artistry-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 672px) 100vw, 672px\" \/>\n<p><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Improve_your_strengths\"><\/span>Improve your strengths<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\nYou know about skin, hair, and proper beauty care\u2014so capitalize on it! Tout your services to your clients and models. If a client is willing to pay for a full makeup application, they might want the full beauty experience. From nails to hair, you can offer a lot more than just makeup services!\n<p><\/p>\nSo keep practicing your cosmetology techniques\u2014you\u2019ll end up needing them!\n<p><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Market_yourself\"><\/span>Market yourself<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\nAs a makeup artist, you may have some local competition, which means you\u2019ll need to come up with an exciting marketing campaign for your business! Don\u2019t stress\u2014it\u2019s not as scary as it sounds!\n<p><\/p>\nIt\u2019s actually a lot of fun. You can create your own graphic designs\u2014there are tons of basic programs to help you along\u2014and you get to create catchy phrases. If you\u2019re looking to go solo and start your own makeup business, you even get to choose a business name!\n<p><\/p>\nOne of the easiest ways to promote your beauty services is to have a strong online presence. Create social media accounts for your business (don\u2019t use personal accounts!) and build a website. Owning a website gives potential clients direct access to your services and makes it so much easier to contact you! And if you decide to feature your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/2017\/01\/building-portfolio-every-makeup-artist-know\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">makeup or beauty portfolio online<\/a>, you can reach a larger audience with your styles and designs.\n<p><\/p>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"672\" height=\"448\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Makeup-Artist-Money.jpg\" alt=\"Buy makeup products for your makeup artist kit\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-18350\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Makeup-Artist-Money.jpg 672w, https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Makeup-Artist-Money-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 672px) 100vw, 672px\" \/>\n<p><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Consider_giving_yourself_a_raise\"><\/span>Consider giving yourself a raise<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\nHaving one profession is hard enough, but two? You deserve to give yourself a little extra! We know that working on clients day in and day out can be taxing sometimes. It\u2019s important to give yourself a day to relax or find some extra perks that will keep you hustling. Choosing to specialize in two hands-on, skilled professions is no piece of cake\u2014but it\u2019s well worth the effort in the end!\n<p><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"cta\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Inspired_to_start_your_makeup_career_Add_to_your_beauty_services_with_flexible_specialty_courses\"><\/span>Inspired to start your makeup career? Add to your beauty services with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/online-makeup-courses\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">flexible specialty courses<\/a>!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Are you ready to become a makeup artist? 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