Start Date: Sat 18th July 2026
Cost is £95 Including All Materials Used. Complete The Payment to Book Your Place.

If you’re unsure about committing to our 4-month Hair, Makeup & SFX Course, try our One Day Makeup Course in London.

You will get to practise various Casualty makeup techniques, including creating cuts and bruises and making a character look ill. Practising these skills will give you an insight into the skills that professional Makeup Artists do on Film and TV.
Experience and understand hands on Makeup techniques. You will be taught by Award Winning Makeup Designer Stephanie Smith. Do check her IMDB Profile
Our Principal, Christine Blundell, filming permitting, will also be on hand to answer any questions you may have.
Where else could you ask questions to an Oscar and BAFTA winning Hair & Makeup Designer!
You could become Christine Blundell’s next Makeup Trainee. She chose 2 of our recent graduates for her Film project “Beetlejuice.” Click Here
from Our Students & Graduates – Another Great Reason to Study @ CB★MA!
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I completed the 4-month intensive course at CB Makeup Academy (Sept 2025–Dec 2025) and it was honestly one of the best experiences of my career. With 13 years in hair and makeup and 7 years teaching Level 2 and 3 Mak-up qualificatios, I wanted to reconnect with creativity and expand my skills into wigs, SFX, prosthetics, barbering, and textured hair — CBMA delivered and more. The academy truly feels like a family. The facilities, learning environment, and the incredible support from Zorica and Petar made it a real home away from home. I’ve made friends for life and have already gained work experience as a makeup trainee on a film only a month after completingthe course. I couldn’t recommend CBMA more for anyone wishing to update their skill and step into the TV and film industries.Posted on Rachel MannixTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I went to CBMA with no real makeup experience and no idea if that was what I really wanted to do with my live and after just 4 months I felt like I had real knowledge into what the industry was and how I could move in it. Th people there, teachers and staff where super helpful and even now, almost two years later, Petar is still helping me out with career stuff and make me feel reassured and like I always have a safe place to go to. I really recommend it even if you can’t do the 4 months course you should still go and do any of the modules.Posted on Maria Francisca LucasTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The 4 month course is genuinely life changing. Intense but so much fun, with incredible world class tutors. I’m in my 30’s and made a huge career pivot to do this course, the risk I took couldn’t have turned out to be more rewarding. Petar and Zorica are the absolute heart and soul of this place. Exceptionally caring, kind and patient, accomodating to each and every student and their individual needs. CBMA is like home now, I will never forget studying there and I will always be part of the big beautiful extended family that make up all the students, alumni and teachers, because everybody stays in touch and helps each other out! Best makeup school in LondonPosted on Phoebe ZantisTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I’ve just completed a two-week course with CBM Academy and it was fantastic. The training was very hands-on and practical, which made a huge difference. Zorica and Petar were both extremely accommodating and supportive throughout, and I learnt so much in a short space of time. I’d absolutely love to continue learning with them and would highly recommend CBM Academy.Posted on clare sadlerTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The perfect learning environment for anyone looking to gain confidence and new skills in Hair, Make Up and Special Effects. The school and faculty are exceptionally knowledgeable and helped me immensely during my 4 month course. Thank you CBMA.Posted on Evangeline SchilkeTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The most amazing, supportive academy. I learned so much on the four month course. All the necessary skills in order to work in the film, tv and theatre industry. Networking is so important to get in to the industry, and the course offers that by having specialised tutors in for every module, tutors that are active in the industry. If I could do it all again I would! Zorica and Petar are an absolute credit to the course. Lovely lovely people.Posted on Sarah WebsterTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I did the 4weeks intensive SFX and Prosthetic course. The tutors were amazing, so helpful giving so many tips about the industry. The space was beautiful with all the products that we needed and way more.Posted on Alkmene KaraousoglouTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. “I had an exceptional experience training at CBMA in London. The quality of teaching is outstanding — the trainers are true industry professionals who share their knowledge with passion, precision and generosity. The atmosphere is warm, supportive and highly creative, which makes learning both enjoyable and incredibly inspiring. I came away with new techniques, more confidence, and a real sense of artistic growth. CBMA is, without a doubt, one of the best SFX and makeup training centres I have attended, and I highly recommend it to any artist looking to develop high-level skills.”Posted on francoise CULIOLITrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Throughly enjoyed the 5 weeks period makeup and Wigs course, amazing tutor and the academy is very welcoming!!!Posted on Aroa Moreno Moreno

The 1 Day Taster Hair and Makeup Course is a perfect way to experience a day at the most respected UK film makeup school. This Demo Makeup Course in London gives you an exciting introduction to the world of professional makeup in Film, Television, and Theatre.
You will be with like-minded people exploring and working together. At CB*MA we ALWAYS work as a team and one family unit.
The purpose of the day is to see if our Flagship 4 Month Course is right for you. The 4 Month Film & TV Hair, Makeup & SFX Course that starts on 1st Sept 2026. Find Out More:
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Cost is £95 Including All Materials Used. Complete The Payment to Book Your Place.
Places are limited & are allocated on a first come first served basis