Join the UK’s Best Hair and Makeup Course in London for Film, TV, Theatre and The Fashion Industry at UK's Top-Rated Makeup School
Start Date : 1st September 2025
We are the Only Makeup Academy to offer Paid On-set experience: Find Out Why this matters
Intensive 4-Month Hair and Makeup SFX Course in the Heart of Notting Hill, London!
The CBMA’s Flagship 4-Month Hair and Makeup Course in London, UK offers expert training in media makeup, special effects makeup, period wig styling, Afro & textured hair, casualty makeup, barbering, and facial hair techniques. From beginner to advanced levels, with our makeup course you’ll learn how to apply hair and makeup for film, TV, theatre, and the fashion industry.
Led by Oscar and BAFTA-winning makeup designer Christine Blundell, our hair and makeup courses provide hands-on learning with guaranteed paid on-set experience. With 150 five-star reviews, our graduates have worked on major productions like Wicked, Beetlejuice and Slow Horses. Our small class sizes ensure personalized attention and networking with the UK’s leading tutors. Funding options available for all makeup courses—kickstart your career in makeup artistry with us today!
Module 1
3-Week Understanding of Media Makeup, Fashion Makeup & Period Makeup Module
Module 2
4-Week Period Wig & Hair Styling Module
Module 3
4-Week Special Effects Module: 1 Week of Casualty Makeup Followed by 3 Weeks of Prosthetics
Module 4
1-Week of Textured Hair (Afro & Curly Hair) Skills Module
Module 5
1-Week Barbering Skills Module
Module 6
1-Week Facial Hair Skills Module
Module 7
2-Week Script Breakdown, Continuity & Bootcamp
Our Tutors
What makes our makeup course the best there is? Watch this interview with our Principal Christine Blundell, in which she talks about the makeup school and her career. With over 35 years of experience working in the Film and TV industry, she knows what a makeup course needs to provide! It Is not just Christine’s knowledge of hair and makeup that helps her create a perfect hair, makeup and SFX course, but also being able to have the best UK film and TV hair and makeup designers and artists come and teach at our Academy. Just check out the tutors who have taught at the makeup academy.
Jana Carboni
Our Facial hair skills and also Casualty Makeup Tutor, BAFTA Nominee for her Hair and Makeup Design of the film ‘Napoleon’.
Melanie Bouvet
Period Makeup Module Tutor and Freelance Wig & Hair & Makeup Artist , Former Wigs and Make-up Manager for new productions at the Royal Opera House. Author of ‘A Practical guide to wig making and wig dressing’.
Jeremy Woodhead
our Casualty Makeup Module Tutor, Oscar Nominee for his Hair and Makeup Design of the film ‘Judy’.
Loz Schiavo
Apart from creating one of the most iconic looks on Peaky Blinder’ s She is an award winning and very talented Hair and Makeup designers. She is also a brilliant Tutor!
Next Available Date: 1st September 2025.
The full cost of the Makeup and Hair course is £12, 900 this includes VAT. It is sometimes possible to take a selection of modules if you have certain makeup and hair skills, you can take a shorter makeup course. Included in the price is a professional makeup kit including Maqpro, Kryolan and Louise Young brushes. As well as access to our stock of leading brands are at your disposal.
Remember this will be your home for the duration of the hair and makeup course. A deposit of £1,500 is required to secure your place on the makeup and hair course in London, UK. This deposit is non – refundable and the remaining balance can be paid in monthly instalments, please contact us to enquire about this option.
No mess. No fuss. No makeup gimmicks. Simply the best makeup academy around — why?
Students' Work
What makes the only Hair and Makeup Course designed by an Oscar-winning UK Makeup Designer so successful?
Here’s Why 👇
The Only Makeup Course in London to offer Guaranteed Paid On-set Experience
"I kept having to pinch myself that i was doing my work experience on "Beetlejuice" with all these amazing actors but more so all the incredible makeup artists!" Kate.
The Only Makeup Academy whose Principal is an award winning Makeup And Hair Designer
Love what you do and be good at it!
We are the go-to hair and makeup Academy, recognised by Film, TV & Theatre Professionals
We Help All Our Graduates Through Our “Graduate Career Support” Scheme - Let’s Talk About Your Future in Hair and Makeup Artistry!
It is not just that we have the leading UK Makeup designers and artists teaching But the Networking opportunities are second to none.
“I could not believe that our tutor was the makeup designer of Game Of Thrones! She shared all her skills and told such amazing stories! “ Jessica
5 Star Reviews & High Praises
from Our Students & Graduates – Another Great Reason to Study @ CB★MA!
CB*MA Graduate Video Testimonials
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Emma
3 CB*MA Makeup Graduates busy chatting and working!
Apply for funding to progress your career
“Why not join our Taster Day - A perfect way to see if we are the right Makeup School for you!”
Next Open Evening starts on Wednesday, 23rd July 2025
Experience Family Life Studying at CB★MA
Every Day there are networking opportunities
Whatever you achieve today be sure to find out why CB*MA will nurture your new found career. Connect And Find Out.
Our Principal, Oscar & BAFTA winning Film Hair & Makeup Designer, Christine Blundell, welcomes you to CBM Academy
What makes our 4 Month makeup course the best there is? Watch this interview with our Principal Christine Blundell, in which she talks about the school and her career. With over 35 years of experience working in Film and TV industry, she is in an enviable position. It Is not just Christine’s knowledge of hair and makeup that helps her create a perfect hair, makeup and SFX course, but also being able to have the best UK film and TV hair and makeup designers and artist to come and teach at our Academy. These are just some of the reasons that make our hair and makeup training the most respected in the Industry.
FAQs
Our 4-month Hair and Makeup Course includes expert training in media makeup, special effects, period wig styling, Afro & textured hair, casualty makeup, barbering, and facial hair techniques. You will also receive a professional kit and access to leading brand products like Maqpro, Kryolan, and Louise Young. The course fee covers all your materials, ensuring you are fully equipped for your hands-on learning experience.
To apply for our Makeup and Hair Training in London, simply fill out the application form on this page or contact us for more details. A non-refundable deposit of £1,500 is required to secure your place, and the remaining balance can be paid in monthly installments.
We offer various funding options including ScreenSkills training bursaries, BAFTA scholarships (up to £12,000), Ideal 4 Finance personal loans, and our own interest-free payment plans. Our team is available to help guide you through the application process.
For comprehensive details on funding opportunities, head over to our funding page.
The full cost of the 4-month Makeup and Hair Course in London is £12,900, inclusive of VAT. This fee covers all training, professional kit, and access to the products and materials you will use throughout the hair and makeup training.
Our graduates have worked on major productions such as Napoleon, Asteroid City, Bridgerton, and Discovery of Witches. The course provides guaranteed paid on-set experience, ensuring you gain real-world experience in the film, TV, theatre, and fashion industries.
Yes, our Makeup and Hair Artist Course is designed for both beginners and those with some experience. We offer training from the fundamentals of makeup and hairdressing to advanced techniques in special effects, period styling, and more. By the end of the course, you will have the skills needed for a successful career in the industry.
At CB★MA, you learn from industry professionals, including our Oscar and BAFTA-winning principal, Christine Blundell. Our small class sizes (only 16 students) ensure personalized attention and hands-on learning. We provide unmatched networking opportunities, helping you connect with key figures in the film, TV, theatre, and fashion industries.
Christine Blundell Makeup Academy’s strong industry ties open doors to invaluable networking opportunities. Our graduates have worked on iconic productions like Wicked, Slow Horses, and we offer guaranteed paid on-set experience for all students eligible to work in the UK.
Yes, our Hair and Makeup Training in London, UK covers all aspects of makeup for film, TV, theatre, and the fashion industry. Whether you are interested in runway makeup, editorial, or high-fashion styling, this course equips you with the necessary skills and techniques.
Upon completing the course, you’ll have the skills and hands-on experience needed to pursue roles as a makeup artist in the film, TV, theatre, and fashion industries. CB★MA academy offers continuous post-graduate care, assisting you with job placements, networking, and career development.
Currently, our Hair and Makeup Course is an intensive 4-month full-time program. However, if you have previous experience, you may be eligible to take specific modules instead of the full course. Contact us to discuss your options.
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