Becoming a makeup artist in the United Kingdom demands some serious dedication, hardworking skills, networking skills, and focus. Nevertheless, the most critical aspect of being a makeup artist is the oodles of vision and creativity. If you have vision and creativity, you can achieve a lot of things in this field.
Also, there are other aspects as well, other than makeup skills, that make a complete makeup artist. Having the right set of skills will bring new opportunities and move you further in this career.
If you think you have what it takes to be a makeup artist, then evaluate yourself based on the following skills that an experienced and well-paid makeup artist boasts.
1. Communication Skills
First things first, even before your client sits on the chair for the service, you need to establish proper communication with them. It is the key to attracting and booking a client and retaining them forever. Most importantly, they will appreciate it if you talk to them while applying makeup because they would love to know what you are doing on their hair or face.
2. Working Under Pressure
Whether you are working an event, performance, shoot, or fashion show, you have to be prepared all the time. Else, the nerve-wracking pressure will consume you.
3. Time Management
This is the most important skill a makeup artist must-have. Managing time and clients can be daunting. You may have to attend to several clients in a day. How you do it without upsetting them is your skill.
Finally, a good makeup artist doesn’t just have the knowledge of cosmetic products, tools, and their application. But they also have sharp attention to detail. With these skills, you will be able to emerge as a celebrated professional in your field.
CPBA offers free employment advice and guidance to their beauty therapy learners. We also offer free makeup courses and funded level 3 makeup courses with work placements.