Is a cosmetology liscence good enough

Oct 13, 2010

Tiffany J.

Do I have to go to school to be a freelance makeup artist? Is my cosmetology liscence good enough?

Oct 13, 2010

Jessica D.

you dont have to go to school to freelance. I know a couple of great freelance artists that were self taught. But its always nice to have a some sort of professional training.

Oct 13, 2010

Nancei V.

Tiffany - A lot of professionals in the industry tend to to have a main focus as well as a minor. For instance, I am a Freelance Makeup Artist (I do not work for any companies) with hairstyling skills. Most brides like to hire someone that can do both to save time and money. In your case it is opposite, just keep practicing! =)

Oct 13, 2010

Nancei V.

Oops, I forgot to mention...I did go to school to become an MUA and took part in workshops for Hairstyling (I've been practicing hairstyling for more than 10+ years)

Oct 15, 2010

Tiffany J.

Thank you ladies I've been searching the web for Classes. I'm glad I'm headed in the right direction.

Oct 26, 2010

Caitlyn C.

what helped me for landing my job with mac was definitely prior experience with makeup i went to cosmetology school...and even did courses on esthetics, waxing, bridal makeup, photoshoot...etc. it helps when you know more.

Oct 26, 2010

Krystale J.

I think the more you know the better! And professional training couldn't hurt!