Makeup Artistry

Become a certified Makeup Artist

MAKEUP ARTISTRY

45 Hour Course: $2495.00 (includes Muse professional makeup kit & Omnia professional makeup brushes)

Day Class Start Dates
Wethersfield– 657 Silas Deane Hwy
01/12/26-01/27/26 (Mon-Thurs 9:00AM-2:30PM)
03/09/26-03/23/26 (Mon-Thurs 9:00AM-2:30PM)

Evening Class Start Dates
Wethersfield– 657 Silas Deane Hwy
01/26/26-02/25/26 (Mon-Wed 5:30PM-8:30PM)
04/27/26-06/01/26 (Mon-Wed 5:30PM-8:30PM)

This program is very sought after, enroll early!
Interest Free Payment Plans Available.

Become a Certified MUA (Make-up Artist)! The need for professionally trained and certified Makeup Artists is on the rise.
Through our partnership with Muse Beauty Pro, this newly revamped and inclusive Makeup Class is designed to meet the changing world of Makeup Artistry. You will be taken through a natural progression of the 5 focus factors Makeup: career building, customized makeup application, bridal, event and finish with creative.

Certificate of Completion from International Institute of Cosmetology
Muse Pro Professional Makeup Kit & Professional Omnia Brush Set Included

Some of what you’ll learn:

Disinfection & Sanitation	Contouring & Highlighting
Client Safety Procedures	Bridal & Event Makeup
Customized Makeup Application	Enhancing Lip & Eye Shape
Foundation Matching	Career Building

Who is this class for?

This class is for those who aspire to be a professional certified makeup artist. If you are looking to join or grow in the beauty industry, this course is for you!

Learn more about our successful Makeup Artistry graduates here.

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Meet the Makeup Team

Bobby Blumenthal

MAKEUP DIRECTOR

Bobby has been working in makeup & hair for over 25 yrs. During that time, he has worked for companies such as: Lancôme and MAC. Having a strong desire to work in fashion and editorial, he was able to work at NYC Fashion Week with celebrities from fashion, music, theater & film. He is the Makeup Director at International Institute of Cosmetology in Wethersfield & Plainville, CT.

Mathena Rossa-Gahr

MAKEUP EDUCATOR

Mathena is a Makeup Academy Alumni and is currently teaching Airbrush Makeup and SFX Makeup. Since the age of 12 she would watch countless hours of makeup tutorials and practice new techniques.

Combining her self-taught YouTube knowledge and hours of practice, she grew to getting friends ready for rehearsals and performances. She became the official hair and makeup coordinator for the Windsor Locks high school musical productions. Since her training at International Institute of Cosmetology, she fell in love with more skills and became interested in teaching future makeup lovers. Her specialties include airbrush makeup, special effects and bridal glam. Mathena also works at Gugliottis Salon doing bridal and event makeup.

Work by the Makeup Team

PAYMENT OPTIONS:

Students can enroll via website for full/payment plan payments. For all other payment options please speak with our admissions team.

Full Pay/ Payment Plan:

IIC accepts payments made in cash, check, Automating Clearing House (ACH), or credit card

Private Loan: Students may also seek loans from their bank/credit union or other lending options like Sallie Mae.
Sallie Mae: If you choose to seek lending from Sallie Mae, follow steps below to create an account and apply for the loan online.

Step 1: Visit www.salliemae.com
Step 2: Review general information on their website and click “READY TO APPLY” button
Step 3: Answer Questions from Sallie Mae. When you reach spot to enter school name type in’International Institute of Cosmetology”. Please note only wethersfield school address will be available and thats ok (its our main office)
Step 4: Hit continue and proceed with the Smart Option Student Loan Application
Step 5: After your approved, select the desired repayment option and interest rate
Step 6: Review loan docs and terms, provide any additional information requested and e-sign. Sallie Mae will work with IIC to take care of the rest

IIC is not affiliated with or endorses any outside lending option.

Combination of Both: Students can also choose to partially pay for schooling using in house payment plan and outside loan.

Scholarships: Visit our scholarship page for current beauty related scholarships available.

Makeup FAQ’s

Is a tool kit included?

Yes, each of the makeup classes offered at IIC comes with a kit to complete the training. The Makeup Artistry and Airbrush makeup programs include a professional tool kit.

What are payment options for this class?

There is a full prepay as well as an installment payment option available. Do you need help financing your education? IIC now accepts Sallie Mae® Loans, visit https://www.studyhair.com/financial-aid/sallie-mae/ for details on how to apply for a Sallie Mae®Loan.

Is financial aid available for this program?

Unfortunately, due to the short length of this program, the Department of Education does not permit Financial Aid for this length of program. Students looking to attend can look at alternative funding solutions such as their bank or credit union.

Will I learn to apply eyelash extensions?

Since CT has an Eyelash Extension license, only strip lashes are applied in the Makeup Artistry class. For more information on our 50 hour Eyelash Extensions program, please visit: https://www.studyhair.com/programs/eyelash/

Which campus are the makeup classes available?

Currently the makeup classes are only offered at the Makeup Academy in the Plainville campus.

Is there an age requirement?

The makeup artistry class is recommended for anyone looking to become a makeup professional above the age of 18. For all other makeup classes offered, 16 years and older with parent/guardian permission.

Can I get licensed with this program?

CT does not currently have a makeup license, so none of the makeup classes will lead to licensing. You will receive an IIC certificate of completion.

How do I sign up for makeup classes?

To sign up for any of our makeup classes please visit: https://www.studyhair.com/programs/makeup/makeup-signup/

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