{"id":23393,"date":"2018-01-04T06:57:05","date_gmt":"2018-01-04T11:57:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/?p=23393"},"modified":"2018-01-04T06:57:05","modified_gmt":"2018-01-04T11:57:05","slug":"makeup-business-names-logos-mistakes-avoid","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2018\/01\/makeup-business-names-logos-mistakes-avoid","title":{"rendered":"Makeup Business Names and Logos: Mistakes to Avoid"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; shape_type=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column_text]As a certified makeup artist, one of your biggest challenges will be building your own personal brand. You need to set yourself apart from the competition and make your name known! So, how do you come up with a great business name and logo without copying someone else?[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h4>There are a few rules to stick to when you\u2019re building up your own makeup brand. 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Sure, you can find some good ideas and inspiration for your own brand, but there is a strict line you simply cannot cross.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1630353423958{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]For instance, changing one word in your business name from another makeup artist\u2019s brand will not take you far. People will notice that your name isn\u2019t original. More than that, they won\u2019t be able to distinguish you apart from the original artist or company\u2014that\u2019s simply bad for business![\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1630353451820{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]You\u2019ll probably cause some friction in your local industry, as well, so let\u2019s just stay away from copying other people\u2019s ideas \u2013 sound good?[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1630353460548{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]For logos, you also need to carefully plan out how you want to present yourself. When someone sees your logo, they should get an idea of the services you offer. Although we do love a good lipstick smear, we advise against this for your logo on one simple principle: it\u2019s\u00a0<em>so<\/em>\u00a0overdone![\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1630353470749{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]So find yourself a friend who\u2019s artistic or loves to play around with Photoshop, and get some ideas flowing! Know that your first few designs will be stepping stones to your final product. As we said, building a unique brand takes time.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; shape_type=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Avoid_generic_makeup_business_names\"><\/span>Avoid generic makeup business names<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1630353497383{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]With business names, it\u2019s challenging to find a good balance between telling customers what you do and being original. Something that can land your business in trouble is using a business name that\u2019s\u00a0<em>too<\/em>\u00a0general, such as \u201cMakeup Artistry Atlanta\u201d or \u201cWedding Makeup Experts\u201d.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1630353507455{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]Think about it \u2013 if someone googles this, your business won\u2019t stand out from any other makeup artist in Atlanta. You\u2019ll be bunched into a webpage with every other makeup business in your area, so it\u2019s important to have a distinguishing feature. Using your name is a great idea for a brand \u2013 even if it\u2019s a simple as \u201cJane Doe Makeup Artistry\u201d, you\u2019re making your name known in the industry![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; shape_type=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Avoid_bad_logos_sizes\"><\/span>Avoid bad logos sizes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1630353533816{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]We know it can be difficult to come up with a good name that conveys your brand in a few short words, but you need to keep it short and sweet! No one wants to say a mouthful whenever they recommend you, and the longer your business name, the less likely it is that people will remember it. Plus, you can\u2019t fit a long business name in a small ad space or profile picture.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1630353546079{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]Sizing for your logo is also crucial for keeping your brand professional and sleek. A logo that is too busy will be an eyesore on your website and social media channels. Opt for more neutral colors, like black, white, or grey, and add a small pop of color. This will attract a wider audience to your brand, and you can still have a good level of personalization![\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;]<div class=\"iwithtext\"><div class=\"iwt-icon\"> <i class=\"icon-default-style fa fa-lightbulb-o accent-color\"><\/i> <\/div><div class=\"iwt-text\"> \n<h4>Pro Tip:\u00a0When printing out business cards or creating advertisements, make sure your logo can be resized without becoming blurry. A blurry logo is the absolute worst thing you can do for your business! It looks unprofessional and will seem like you don\u2019t care about your brand.<\/h4>\n <\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div>[divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1630353555802{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]And don\u2019t forget, your logo on your website or social profiles should be\u00a0<em>responsive<\/em>\u00a0to different device sizes \u2013 meaning it should change sizes without becoming blurry or pixelated. Test out your logo on a mobile device, tablet, and computer to make sure it looks great on each one.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; shape_type=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dont_choose_bad_fonts\"><\/span>Don\u2019t choose bad fonts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1630353627015{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]This is one of the most frustrating things in the business world! Why choose a font where no one can read what your business name actually is? Why keep your customers guessing and confuse new clients? There\u2019s no good outcome to having a ridiculous font for\u00a0<a href=\"\/2015\/05\/choosing-a-name-for-your-makeup-business\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">your makeup business name<\/a>.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1630353635792{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]We know, we know \u2013 you want to use a fun font to convey your brand\u2019s elegance and creativity. Here\u2019s an idea: show off your creativity with a brand slogan or with your logo design rather than making your name difficult to read. No one likes to be kept in the dark! If a customer can\u2019t distinguish your name, you\u2019ll lose their business.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1630353656487{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]This doesn\u2019t mean you have to stick with a boring font if you don\u2019t want to. Just make sure it\u2019s easy to read! If you\u2019re not sure, send a few samples out to your friends and get their opinion. Friends don\u2019t lie![\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1630353668871{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]Think we missed something? 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