Lesson 1Primers and base products: pore-filling, mattifying, hydrating, color-correcting primersLook at how primers and base products smooth the skin and affect how long makeup lasts. Learn to pick pore-filling, mattifying, hydrating, and color-correcting primers right for skin type, feel, and marks.
Pore-filling and blurring primer benefitsMattifying primers for shine-prone areasHydrating and glow-boosting primersColor-correcting primers by concernApplying primer only where neededLesson 2Concealers, color correctors, and setting products: formulas, placement, and techniques by skin concernGet how concealer and color corrector formulas, tones, and coverage work. Learn exact spots and blending for dark circles, redness, dark spots, and spots, plus setting without clumping.
Choosing concealer textures and coverageCorrector shades for dark circles and spotsSpot concealing vs brightening methodsSetting targeted areas without heavinessLayering under and over foundationLesson 3Tools for application: brushes, sponges, blenders, and hygienic practicesSee how tools change coverage, feel, and finish. Compare brushes, sponges, and fingers, and learn cleaning, sanitising, and storing for home and work kits.
Brush shapes for liquid and cream basesSponges and blenders: damp vs dry useFinger application: when it works bestCleaning and disinfecting tools safelyStorage, transport, and cross-contaminationLesson 4Skincare regimen tailored by type: cleansers, toners, moisturizers, serums, and targeted treatmentsPlan skincare that helps makeup last for each skin type. Compare cleansers, toners, moisturisers, serums, and when to use scrubs and treatments without too much on the skin.
Cleansers for oily, dry, and sensitive skinHydrating vs astringent toners in prepMoisturizer textures and layering orderSerums: actives safe under makeupSpot treatments and timing before makeupLesson 5Duration and durability strategies: powders, setting sprays, primers, and professional long-wear product choicesLearn to make foundation last with powders, setting sprays, and primers. Control shine, less rubbing off, and keep coverage in heat, wet air, long days, and work settings.
Choosing loose vs pressed setting powdersLayering setting sprays with powdersPrimer selection for long-wear looksBlotting, touch-ups, and shine controlLong events: bridal and red-carpet wearLesson 6Product compatibility and layering: ingredient interactions, pilling prevention, and patch testingMix skincare, primers, and foundations without balls or itch. Know ingredient groups, patch tests, and order so products lay flat and stay good all day.
Common causes of pilling and how to avoidLayering water, oil, and silicone formulasFragrance, acids, and potential irritantsPatch testing for new or strong productsAdapting routines to climate and seasonLesson 7Adapting products for mature skin: texture smoothing, avoiding creasing, and enhancing elasticity appearanceChange complexion products for older skin to skip heavy feel and lines. Handle rough skin, small lines, less bounce while keeping glow, comfort, and real coverage for events.
Assessing texture, lines, and laxityChoosing lightweight, flexible formulasPlacement to avoid settling in linesStrategic powder use on mature skinEnhancing radiance without emphasizing textureLesson 8Skin type identification: oily, dry, combination, sensitive — signs and testing methodsLearn to spot oily, dry, mixed, normal, sensitive skin right. Use looks, questions, home tests for dry skin, too much oil, reactions before makeup.
Characteristics of oily and acne-prone skinSigns of dry, flaky, and dehydrated skinCombination and normal skin indicatorsRecognizing sensitive and reactive skinBlotting sheet and bare-skin observationLesson 9Foundation finishes and formulations: dewy, satin, matte, mineral, serum foundations, and long-wear formulasSee how foundation finishes and types work on skins. Pick dewy, satin, matte, mineral, serum, long-wear when coverage, feel, ingredients suit real use.
Dewy and luminous foundations: pros and consSatin and natural skin-like finishesMatte and soft-matte for oil controlMineral and powder foundation optionsSerum and long-wear liquid formulas
