CLIENT TESTIMONIALS

Fionnuala. 52yrs London. Julie put me right at ease and the whole session was relaxed and fun, and I learned so much!  I valued her skincare advice - I was using something that was way too harsh for my skin when cleansing.  As for the makeup, I felt transformed and so much more confident about what to use and how to apply it.  The photos, videos, and face charts that Julie sent afterward were also so helpful as there were things I had forgotten even a few days later!

I also really appreciated that Julie isn't wedded to any particular brands of makeup or skin care.  Her recommendations for my shopping list were sensitive to my budget and included value brands for lips and eyes alongside a foundation that I was happy to spend more on because I liked the finish and feel of it on my skin so much.

If you have been hesitating, my advice would be to go for it - you won't regret it!

Laurie. 33yrs London. "Before my makeup lesson with Julie, I was feeling lost and overwhelmed about makeup. All of the makeup tutorials I could find online were for really heavy makeup looks. With a wedding coming up, I was starting to feel quite stressed about what to do with my makeup.

During our tutorial, Julie put me at ease - she was so lovely and calm and made everything seem so simple. Her knowledge and makeup skills were also really impressive - the look she created for me felt really personalised to me and very natural - I still felt like myself, just the best version. The charts and videos she provided after the lesson were also really detailed and easy to follow - I feel like she has given me some skills for life! After the lesson, Julie was also been on hand to help me source the makeup she suggested and answer any questions I had.

Having been so impressed with Julie during the tutorial, I booked her to do my wedding makeup, and also makeup for my mum and sister, and I'm so glad I did. She brought such a relaxed vibe to the whole morning and it was a perfect start to the day. We all felt in very safe hands - my mum and sister loved their makeup even without a trial, and my makeup was brilliant too - I had so many compliments, and it lasted all day without needing any touching up, whilst still looking natural and true to me.

I'd 100% recommend Julie to anyone needing help with makeup - she's a total professional with so much knowledge, but also a super cool lady and a joy to learn from!"

Andrea. London. Julie's advice was practical, easy to follow, and tailored to my needs. I feel much more confident applying makeup for day-to-day use, especially since I always have the videos, pictures, and emails (The Original Lesson) she provided that I can refer back to. I also really appreciated getting advice on what colours and shades suit me best, it's given me a palette I can experiment with. As someone who does not often wear make-up, it was extremely useful to have Julie establish a routine I can follow, and I'm feeling a lot more confident as I'm job searching and going to interviews.

Heidi. 61yrs Hertfordshire.  “It is never too late to invest in yourself. At 61, I had been meaning to have a make-up lesson for some years but kept putting it off, thinking I was now too old to change my habits. Finally spurred into action by the prospect of my son's wedding, I booked a session with Julie - and it was amazing! Julie immediately put me at ease, talking me through my skin type, my colouring, the shape of my features, and my bone structure as she worked. I learned so much in just a few hours and was delighted with my subtle, new look. Julie is highly skilled, warm, and empathetic, which all helps. I was also impressed by the range of products she used and recommended - many are at quite a modest price point - and I am now exploring interesting new brands as well as a new approach to makeup and skin care.  No praise is too high for this experience - I came away feeling refreshed, confident, and  inspired.”

Laurie. 31yrs London. "Before my makeup lesson with Julie, I was feeling lost and overwhelmed about makeup. I had no idea where to start, and all of the makeup tutorials I could find online were for really heavy makeup looks, which just didn't feel like me at all. With a wedding coming up, I was starting to feel quite stressed about what to do with my makeup for the day.

During our tutorial, Julie put me at ease - she was so lovely and calm and made everything seem so simple. Her knowledge and makeup skills were also really impressive - the look she created for me felt personalised to me and very natural - I still felt like myself, just the best version. The charts and videos she provided after the lesson were also really detailed and easy to follow - I feel like she has given me some skills for life! 

After the lesson Julie has also been on hand to help me source the makeup she suggested and answered all the questions I had. I'd 100% recommend her (and have been!) "

Lauren. 30yrs London. ‘I’ve never been confident with doing my makeup and found both makeup and skincare so overwhelming. Julie instantly made me feel at ease in our lesson and explained everything so clearly and thoroughly, I already feel so much more confident and am enjoying practicing using her videos and face charts - I’ve already had a compliment from someone on my eye makeup this week’

Jane. 51yrs Greater London. 'I had an amazing experience having a personal make-up lesson with Julie.  I was a little apprehensive as wasn't sure what to expect.  There was no need to worry, Julie is a very warm person and very passionate about her work.  She made me feel completely at ease, listened to all of my concerns, and considered each.  I had a wonderful day learning about skincare and different make-up styles.  To top it off, Julie then followed up a few days later with my face charts and videos.  So much care, detail, and attention went into the whole experience.  Thank you so much Julie for giving me my confidence back in applying make-up but also offering different choices xx'.

Maria. 38yrs London. 'I had a wonderful relaxing day with Julie.  She took a lot of care to understand the look that I was going for and I learned a huge amount about the products and how to apply them.  The face charts are incredibly detailed and I feel confident now to follow them and do my makeup for my wedding.

Carolina. 49yrs London. I was very impressed by your studio full of light and products that you know so much about.  I appreciate how you put me at ease; patiently explained how to apply products correctly and suggested what works best, including tips about the products that I already owned.  Lunch was also fantastic, I enjoyed it very much. Your videos and charts are incredibly helpful and will work as a solid reference guide for years to come.  I'm looking forward to trying my hand with the brushes and some bits I will be upgrading to very soon.

Caroline. 64yrs Guernsey. "My daughter introduced me to Julie having had a make-up session with her, herself.  As someone who is not a regular wearer of makeup, Julie put me at ease straight away and made the whole experience an enjoyable one.  The follow-up email with detailed information on the products used and accompanying videos with an explanation of the different techniques used for applying the makeup is invaluable.”

Holly. 36yrs London. 'Thank you so much, Julie! I enjoyed my morning learning all about makeup with you. I was in such a rut with my makeup but you made me feel completely at ease, and I now feel so much more confident moving forward and playing around with makeup again. I'd recommend your service.'

Kristina. 33yrs London. I very much enjoyed the lesson with Julie. First of all - how professional her workplace looks. All the products are very neatly displayed, and the space is very light and clean. Julie made me feel very comfortable from the beginning, showed me how to do the makeup to complement my features, recommended the products, and sent very clear video instructions - everything I was hoping for. I 100% recommend it! Thank you very much, Julie.

Amina. 36yrs London. I can’t recommend Julie more highly. I came to her with no makeup experience and she tailored her lesson so well to my needs. I didn’t feel overwhelmed and the time with her at her beautiful location paired with the amazing post-class materials means that I feel confident to start my makeup journey. Julie is a very warm and caring person and made me feel at ease as soon as I entered. Her one-to-one classes are well worth the investment.

Sue. 71yrs London. Since I visited Julie, I have been practicing every day remembering as many tips as possible, and already I can see the difference! 'My session was both fun and informative. I'm so pleased that I went to Julie.'

Zeynep. 26yrs London. I had such a great time with Julie and she covered all the applications I wanted to learn. One of the best parts is the videos and incredibly detailed charts she provides with the course, so you can always go back to them and remember what you learned. Highly recommend it! Thank you so much, Julie!!

Jayne. 56yrs London. I enjoyed my morning with you learning about the best makeup techniques for my skin.  The videos you sent are brilliant, as they act as a great tutorial and a reminder of what you taught me. Thanks also for the extensive list of products to try. I can’t wait to get started.

Holly. 35yrs London. 'Thank you so much, Julie! I enjoyed my morning learning all about makeup with you. I was in such a rut with my makeup but you made me feel completely at ease, and I now feel so much more confident moving forward and playing around with makeup again. I'd recommend the service.'

Sara. 51yrs London. Thank you so much for your time and guidance, I truly appreciate it. Your videos and face charts are thorough and without them, I'd be lost. You said on your website you'd provide face charts, but I had no idea what it meant and how detailed they'd be. You're amazing! Thank you.

Pam. 43yrs London. (June 23) Julie, it was such a pleasure to meet you, and I enjoyed my hours with you very much. It was exactly what I was hoping for and needed. I just had a great day and for the first time feel confident about buying the right things, and using them in the right way, so that I look my best without spending hours in the mirror!  Thank you. I've recommended you and the session already to my sister and friend and will continue to do so. I think there are a lot of women looking for exactly this at the moment … (July 23) Hi Julie, hope the summer is going well for you. I am so pleased with my new skincare and make-up routine, I can't tell you how glad I am that I came to you for the lesson. I'm not spending much more than 6-8 minutes on make-up every day, as you said I wouldn't, but the finished look is just so much better. 

Andi*. 33yrs London. Hi Julie, thanks a lot for sending these over! The photos are amazing and I love the face chart explanations, they’re super clear.

Sarah*. 50yrs London. Thanks, Julie, it was lovely to spend the time with you and the lesson was so informative. I was very pleased with the detailed notes you sent - they are clear, comprehensive, and easy to follow and a fantastic reminder of the products, tools, and applications used in the session. I was worried that I would forget what I’d learned, but the follow-up notes are a great reminder and give me the tools, guidance, and confidence to perfect my technique and allow me to reproduce what I learned and practiced in the lesson.

Susan. 55yrs Berlin. Thanks so much for all of this - I had such a great time, and it's given me the confidence to wear adult makeup! I've just started downloading my files, and I'll take a good look at them next week. Thanks so much for your time and expertise!

May. 16yrs London. ‘I would 100% recommend the 2-hour mini makeup session, that I got for my 16th Birthday. Julie showed me how to cleanse, moisturise, and make up my face, highlighting my best features and hiding any imperfections. She makes up one side of your face and then I copied it on the other. Julie tells you how to recreate the look at home. Julie is kind, and patient and makes it a really enjoyable experience. I learned so much and it was so much fun.

Karoline. 27yrs London. First of all, thank you so much for the day. I enjoyed it so much and thank you for taking the time to create all the videos and detailed descriptions.  I told my mum about it and she was like next time you are home we are going to do our make-up together. Thanks again and I might message you about a lash tint and Brow reshape soon. :-)

Emma. London. Thank you so much for all of the information you sent over. Thank you again for a really lovely and informative day

Rosy*. 45yrs London. Thanks so much, Julie!,  I have been trying to apply makeup every day and just experiment 🙂  I have also built up some confidence in going out and shopping for products knowing what is right or wrong for me. 

Michelle*. 51yrs London. That’s amazing – thank you so much for all of this and for your time on Saturday. I cannot tell you how much I enjoyed it and how much more confident I am about applying makeup now.  I confirm I’ve got the face charts (they’re so detailed, thank you!) and the videos. I agree the photos look fab – I almost don’t recognize myself in them! I will definitely be ordering a few of the products, especially the bronzer which was a revelation

Sue. 49yrs Connecticut, US. Thank you so utterly and sincerely for the time you took to assess and consider my skin needs and to educate me on how to apply makeup. You have revolutionized my eyebrows with the gel! and my confidence to apply eyeshadow is so much better - and more! Thank you thank you! “The charts you have sent are amazing” - thank you sincerely for the attention to detail and clear directions.

Sandy. 57yrs London. As a design professional, I was looking for someone who was a cut above the rest. Julie’s credentials looked like just the ticket. She’s everything she portrays on her site (phew, I was a bit nervous about it when the day came), and genuinely more. “The photos she takes and the notes she makes are professional”, it’s clear that she has high level experience. She was very warm and friendly, I wished I had done it years ago, my make-up looks so much better. I love the looks she came up with for me.

Aisling. 26yrs London. I had a personal makeup session with Julie and it was nothing short of fantastic! Her experience and thoughtful recommendations meant I came away from the session with a whole new perspective on how I apply makeup. “The report afterward was comprehensive and technical”, the perfect read to refresh my memory over a cuppa. Thank you, Julie!

Suzy. 48yrs London. The instructions are so comprehensive.  Julie, I'm so delighted and impressed with the service you offer. I wish I had done it years ago, thank you so much. Even this week just I've noticed that I look much better, and now I also have the reference material, so I'll see how my practicing goes, and be in touch if I need to polish up my technique.

Flo. 32yrs London (bride). I only have wonderful things to say about Julie. She worked magic on me, my sisters, and my mum for my wedding and I was so happy with my look, which felt really natural, not too bridal, and very me. My mum also was quite nervous about getting her makeup done as she doesn’t wear any but was really impressed with Julie’s approach and got lots of compliments. Julie was an incredibly calming and easy presence on the wedding morning and I loved my trial with her too. I would highly recommend Julie to anyone who wants someone who listens to them and thinks about what will suit them best and make them feel comfortable.

Flo. 30yrs London. "I cannot recommend Julie highly enough - I wish I had met her and had a lesson 10 years ago! I'd always felt a bit lost when it came to everyday make-up and was stuck in a rut of using the same products, not very well or very often. Julie walked me through basic techniques and products for every day through to the evening. I now feel empowered - and enjoy - doing my make-up each morning, even if just a few things to look & feel brighter. It was a relaxed, enjoyable afternoon, and so useful - a very worthwhile experience and investment. Thank you, Julie"

Fran. 54yrs London. Me again, I quickly want to say “‘wow’, the amount of work and detail you put into those face charts is incredible”, I’m blown away. Thank you, thank you, thank you. I feel privileged to have done this with someone of your talent.

Lilian. 71yrs London. Firstly, please allow me to say how wonderful it was to meet with you and thank you also, for the superb lunch, all in all, it was an amazing day ... I thoroughly enjoyed spending time with you, and thank you, again, for imparting all your exceptional knowledge, I now feel more confident every day, thanks to you, lovely lady...

Isabelle. 31yrs London. Just wanted to say “thank you for sending over the documents” and for the lesson too - I've been cleansing, toning, and using a Declaré Day and Night cream that I was given for Christmas since our lesson and I've already seen an improvement in my skin, so looking forward to using the products you've recommended!

Debbie. 54yrs London. Thank you so much for the make-up lesson. I really enjoyed meeting you and I learned a lot. I have waxed lyrical about it to loads of people! I think it is one of the best presents that has ever been bought for me! “I have downloaded the face charts successfully. They look really fantastic” and will be so useful after I refer back to them.“

Judith. 57yrs Surrey. “Thanks so much for the face charts Julie. I’ve downloaded them now. They look amazing”. So detailed. The trick for putting concealer in the inner corners of my eyes is one I’ve been doing and is a revelation!

Andrea. 61yrs London. I enjoyed our makeup lesson and felt at ease from the start, despite having been a bit nervous before I arrived. The session was really helpful and got me out of a bit of a rut where I wasn’t looking after myself as I should. “Thanks so much for the charts and all the information- they are comprehensive and clear”. They are exactly what I need to help me remember how to apply my makeup and which colours suit me best. I am excited about shopping for makeup now, which I haven’t been for many years. 

Emily. London. I really enjoyed the experience on Saturday and you made me feel very at ease. I'll have a read over the charts. I have already purchased Lash Star as it is much better than the standard eyelash curlers. I just LOVE it! Take care and thank you again for the wonderful experience. PS ( Can't remember the ingredient you recommended for the hummus though, would you mind reminding me and maybe I'll make another attempt at making my own).

Lynn. London. I had been meaning to write to you earlier to thank you for Saturday. I absolutely loved the makeup lesson and learned so much. It was so nice to meet you and I have been happily trying out the new techniques this week! I have received the WeTransfer email and can’t wait to see the images! Thank you so much again and I’m in no doubt that I’ll be checking in with you very soon!

Obby - Top 10 Makeup Classes in London. Private Make-Up Tutorial with Julie Jacobs After twenty years of working in the fashion industry and helping people to feel confident in their skin, Julie Jacobs specialty is a "one-to-one" private makeup tutorial. Her goal has always been to help clients find ways to enhance themselves by making use of natural features while taking into account changes throughout life like aging and hormonal shifts.  With this holistic approach, she offers personalised solutions for each client, including skincare, textures, colours and application techniques depending on age, lifestyle or what makes you most comfortable wearing make-up.

Caroline. London. All face charts received and downloaded fine. Thank you once again for a lovely experience and one I will definitely recommend. I feel more confident now about trying makeup and hope to be more comfortable at events I'll be attending. I can't wait to buy some of the products you listed and get practicing.

Susan. 70yrs London. “Julie I am absolutely thrilled with the photographs and information you have sent”. My lesson was a unique and pleasurable experience where you made me feel really special. I certainly learned a lot and will probably be taking out a small mortgage to stock up on products! Wishing you every success in the future”. Regards Susan

Crystal. 30yrs London. Julie was very kind, personable, and patient and I found the session helpful. Julie put me - a make up novice - at ease straight away during the lesson. The advice she gave was personalised to the areas that I wanted to focus on and her instructions on appropriate technique and recreating it were extremely clear and easy to follow so that I could recreate it easily myself. The session was above and beyond what I could have hoped for.

Lizziie. 35yrs Sydney (via London). Newly relocated from Sydney to London, my skin was dehydrated and my makeup was not suited to the change in my complexion. The personal makeup lesson with Julie was professional, detailed, and thoroughly enjoyable. I left knowing that I wasn't going to waste time or money on products not suited to me and had the technique and tools to know how to manage several different looks with the follow-up guides - “the face charts are so thorough - amazing!”. Thanks for everything Julie, it was a wonderful experience.'

Julie. 50yrs London.   I was fed up with my daily minimal routine and wanted some confidence to wear a bit more makeup which is professional and yet suits my 50-year-old face.  Julie’s follow-up is amazing. I had a list of products that suited my skin tone and “really clear photo charts to show me how to apply the products”. She recommended some fantastic beauty treatments also. I can’t recommend an appointment with Julie highly enough, either for an overhaul or just some new ideas and to try some new products. It was a pleasure to spend time with Julie and incredibly informative.

Bethan. 32yrs London. I feel so much more confident since my lesson with Julie, not only in applying the makeup I already own but in actually going out and buying products that I know how to use and I know will work with me. I had compliments from people almost immediately! For the first time, I feel excited to try out new looks and have a bit more fun with makeup. Contacting Julie was definitely one of the best decisions I've made. Thanks very much!

Jackie. 60yrs Guernsey. Thank you Julie for a brilliant makeup tutorial during which I learned so much. I now understand what my skin tone is and what range of colours will suit me and allow me to look good. All of the recommendations for skin care and application tips have been put into use and my confidence has greatly increased. Now I feel I look my best I smile more, so I look even better!. Thanks again.

Denise. 59yrs London. I had a great makeup lesson with Julie. She is a top-notch makeup artist as well as a very warm human being. I came away having learnt so much regarding what suits me and the best methods of application and am much more confident and knowledgeable when it comes to doing my makeup. I would wholeheartedly recommend Julie's services.

May. 54yrs London. “I am absolutely delighted with my charts, tips, and advice! Everything is really clear and the photos are great”. I’m always really nervous of anything to do with having my photo taken but I love them. They are SO helpful! Even though I haven’t gone out to buy the makeup recommended yet, I’ve already been trying to apply what I learned with you to my daily routine and I already feel much more confident in how I look. I really am so glad I found you Julie, you have no idea what a difference this has made for me. A very sincere thank you!

Lauren. 43yrs London. What a fantastic experience!!   Thank you for hosting me at your place and giving me this wonderful guidance. “The face charts are so great to have and very helpful”.  I hope to recommend it to friends! 

Anna C. London. I decided to have an individual make-up lesson with Julie after having some disappointing (and much too heavy) experiences. I’m so glad I did. Julie is a fountain of “pro” beauty advice but I was impressed most by her keen eye for colour. She suggested makeup shades that I would have never picked out myself - and which worked incredibly well. I left the lesson excited about the power of makeup again and cannot wait to recreate the sleek daytime and stunning evening looks we created together! It has been a true pleasure to get to know Julie. Her warmth, sense of humour, and hospitality made our lesson relaxing and enjoyable. Thank you so much, Anna. 

Anna B.  35yrs London.   I thoroughly enjoyed my make-up lesson with Julie; she’s knowledgeable (not only in her skills and techniques but of products available on the market), friendly, and passionate about creating looks that make you feel fab and you can replicate yourself! She answered all my questions (there were a lot!), ensured I felt confident with the looks we worked on and I came away feeling excited about make-up again! 

Annabel E. 70yrs Wiltshire. “Thank you so much for your very comprehensive notes for me - they are really helpful and the photos will be a great help”.
I thoroughly enjoyed the whole makeup experience and I thank you for making it such fun and also so enlightening as to my "colours" etc.

Milly. 47yrs London.  (September 2018) Julie, I wanted to drop you a line to thank you again for our terrific makeup session a while ago. I think about you just about every day when I do my make up! The By Terry eyes have been a real revelation - and I recently started using one of their click-stick blushes. I've finally found a warm red lip that works well too - so just so you know - your tips are still working on me every day. (May 2018) In the four-hour lesson I made up one side of my face following Julie demonstrating on the other, I found the whole lesson really helpful and worthwhile, especially because I got to learn on the job!!  “She photographed throughout and sent those in follow-up notes with a comprehensive list of products and reminders of how we applied them ( I've referred to this a lot )”.  She introduced me to cosmetics that actually stay on my face! - and created an easy-to-follow look that I can replicate for the day to a more glamorous evening look.  It's made me excited about doing my makeup again, and now when I buy products, I know what I'm looking for.  I can't recommend this experience with Julie Jacobs enough!

Jakki M.  62yrs London.  Julie is very professional. She asked many questions about my lifestyle, history, and health before recommending skincare products and regime. I thoroughly enjoyed my make-up lesson. Julie is very friendly and an excellent teacher taking you through the various stages and techniques carefully and clearly. She provides a written summary of everything you have learned and any new products after the session, as well as colour photographs.   This was a great investment. I now feel much more confident about the best skincare regime for my skin and age and have learned how to best present my face. I like the fact that Julie uses your existing products where suitable. Julie is also very responsive after the lesson.

Carol W. 50yrs London.  When I sat down with Julie she immediately made me feel comfortable.  Her experience made me feel confident that she knew what she was doing.  I have an extremely uneven skin tone, but Julie was able to pick out the correct colours that suited my colour and skin texture.  I’ve used Julie twice; once when I was getting married and on another occasion when I wanted to get some professional photographs taken, I have full confidence in recommending her to others.

Mel S. 41yrs London. Julie taught me how to do my makeup for my brother's wedding. All of my family commented on how lovely my makeup looked, which gave me a real boost of self-confidence on an occasion where I had to talk to loads of people. I looked and felt great - thanks Julie for teaching me a lifelong skill.

Yvonne H. 51yrs London.  I loved my time with Julie, I found she knew a lot about the different products, informing me of what was good for my tones. Her approach was very warm and friendly.

Jenny C. 33yrs London.  Julie has done my makeup a few times now.  Every time she makes me feel confident and not ashamed of my bad skin!  She comes up with new skincare regimes, new makeup ideas to suit me, and my skin, and also what is achievable for me to do myself. The products she recommends are also within my price range, which is important.  Julie is a calming, genuine character to be around and I instantly relax around he