Makeup Courses

New Zealand Certificate in Makeup & Skincare (Level 3)

This programme will teach you the essential skills needed to kickstart your career in the makeup industry. From basic beauty concepts, to product knowledge and consultation skills, students can be assured all bases will be covered in this 20-week foundation course.

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New Zealand Certificate in Makeup Artistry (Level 4)

Take your makeup knowledge and application skills to the next level. Designed to give graduates a broad skill set to be a freelancer or work in Makeup teams, you will learn how to cater to a range of clients and environments, such as film, live performance and fashion (photographic, catwalk and SFX makeup).

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Makeup Resources

Mastering Makeup with Kiekie Stanners: Tips and Takeaways for Up and Coming Artists

If you’re a budding makeup artist or an industry professional, you know how important it is to learn from the best in the business. And [...]

Industry Talks: Aimee Strawbridge

Aimee StrawbridgeFreelance Makeup Artist & Clinique Consultant Since graduating Servilles Academy, how has your career progressed ? Where would you like to see yourself in [...]

Industry Talks: Hayley Pullyn

We’re thrilled to be featuring Hayley Pullyn as our Boss Babe this month! From student to business owner and everything in between, take a read [...]

Industry Talks: Liz Tieu

We’re heading over the ditch for our profile on this Boss Babe! Liz Tieu is a Hairdresser and Makeup Artist, based in Sydney, who studied [...]

Self-Care Strategies for Beauty Students

Being a beauty student can be exciting but also demanding. Juggling classes, practical sessions, and personal life can lead to stress and burnout. Prioritising self-care [...]

Surviving the BTS of a Fashion Show: Your Essential Guide

Working behind the scenes at a fashion show can be hectic, but you can handle it with a bit of planning. Here are some straightforward [...]

Time Management Tips for Beauty Students

Managing your time as a beauty student can feel overwhelming. With classes, practical sessions, and life outside of school, it’s essential to have a solid [...]

Where A Makeup Course Can Take You

Having a qualification in makeup can lead you down a variety of exciting and diverse career pathways. At Servilles Academy, we offer two makeup courses: [...]

Our Mother & Daughter Duo – Makeup

Happy Mother’s Day from all of us at Servilles Academy! Today, as we celebrate the incredible mothers in our lives, we want to shine a [...]

How To Become A Makeup Artist

Beauty gurus are taking over the internet. There’s a new celebrity cosmetic line launching each week. Makeup stores are cropping up on every corner of [...]

The Top 5 Must-Have Makeup Tools for Every Aspiring Artist

If you’re an emerging makeup artist at Servilles Academy, congratulations on embarking on an exciting journey in the beauty industry! While creativity and passion are [...]

Is Traditional Education Still the Best Option in Beauty Careers?

In today’s beauty industry, a common question arises: Is traditional education still the best route for aspiring professionals? With the rise of social media and [...]