CSMU fashion makeup students headed from Birmingham to Somerset House to work backstage during London Fashion Week, providing makeup for Birmingham City University’s fashion show. We take a look behind the scenes at the experience, the professional skills our students put into practice and why real industry experience is such an important part of training for a career in makeup.
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Do You Need Qualifications to Become a Make-Up Artist in the UK?
Posted on April 09 2026
Do you need qualifications to be a makeup artist in the UK? Learn the real requirements, including insurance, industry standards and how to start your career.
Makeup Artist Salary UK: How Much Can You Earn?
Posted on April 09 2026
Discover how much makeup artists earn in the UK, from beginner rates to high-end freelance income, and how to increase your earnings.
How to Become a Makeup Artist in the UK (Step-by-Step Guide)
Posted on April 09 2026
Learn how to become a makeup artist in the UK with this step-by-step guide, including training, insurance and real industry requirements.
Skin Health and Hygiene: Lessons for Makeup Artists from the UK’s Beauty Crackdown
Posted on August 09 2025
Why Makeup Artists Should Care About the New Cosmetic Procedure Laws
How to Train as a Makeup Artist While Working Full-Time
Posted on June 22 2025
Want to train as a makeup artist but can’t take time off work? Our IMA-accredited weekend course in Birmingham lets you learn pro skills every Saturday. Perfect for beginners, career changers, or busy mums—no experience needed.
Space NK Opens in Birmingham – Summer 2025
Posted on June 19 2025
Beauty destination arrives: Space NK Opens in Birmingham – Summer 2025
Becoming a Makeup Pro: The Top 10 Questions from Our Fresh Faces at Make-Up School.
Posted on October 12 2023
We've compiled the top 10 questions that often grace the eager minds of our beginner makeup artists. From foundation techniques to insider tips, we're here to provide answers and guidance as you step into the transformative world of make-up artistry. So, whether you're a prospective student or simply curious, read along...
Overcoming Barriers: Your Path to Becoming a Makeup Artist
Posted on October 04 2023
Are you hearing a subtle call, urging you to explore the world of Professional Make-up Artistry? But something is holding you back? You're not alone. In fact, many aspiring artists like you face similar challenges. But here's the good news – The Central School of Make-Up is here to break down those barriers.
How to Survive and Thrive as a Freelance Artist in 2023
Posted on January 08 2023
The importance of diversifying your income streams as a freelance makeup artist. Tips for finding other income sources that compliment your creative work.
5 Tips to become a succesful Pro- MUA
Posted on December 05 2021
We have heard so many students tell us that the challenges of 2019/2021 was an opportunity for them to reflect and re-evaluate goals and aspirations for their future selves. Many were motivated to enrol with us to MASTER new skills, CREATE new CONNECTIONS and new OPPORTUNITIES . Our Make-up...
How to balance your day job and your new make-up career
Posted on April 18 2017
Creating good life balance between a 9-5 job and your personal or family life is hard enough. Things get even more challenging when you throw a make-up career in to the mix! It’s often important to keep a day job for a while, either for cash flow or because it’s...
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