Personal One-to-One Makeup Lessons in London

I’m an international makeup artist with over twenty years of experience in fashion, beauty, and bridal industry.

 

My personal one-to-one makeup lessons are designed to help you feel confident, polished, and truly like yourself, whether you wear makeup every day or just want to enhance your features for a special occasion.    As we age and get older, our skin and features naturally change, and I believe the way we approach makeup should evolve with them. Each session is completely personalised and tailored to your face shape, skin tone, and lifestyle. From skincare prep to the final touches, I’ll teach you techniques that are simple, effective, and easy to use.

 
 
Makeup lessons in London with International Fashion & Beauty Makeup Artist Julie Jacobs. Personal and private 'one to one' classes and tutorials, bridal/wedding makeup, brows, lashes & personal shopping.  before & after

Before & After

  • It’s never too late to learn how makeup best works on you.  I work with a lot of clients with mature skin.  The skins texture and colouring changes over the years so as we get older we have to adjust what and how we apply to it.  For example: powder foundation can look great on a twenty something skin, however, as we get older switching to a nourishing liquid foundation would help the skin to radiate.

Beth 33yrs. London. “I wanted to thank you so so much for our time together. Your location is lovely, your hospitality second to none and your expertise was so so appreciated. I thoroughly enjoyed it and hope you know you’ve created a very special experience there”.

Makeup lessons in London with International Fashion & Beauty Makeup Artist Julie Jacobs. Personal and private 'one to one' classes and tutorials, bridal/wedding makeup, brows, lashes & personal shopping.  Foundation application

Foundation testing

 
 

During the lesson, I’ll demonstrate each step on one side of your face, then guide you as you complete the other side yourself. This hands-on approach helps build confidence and makes it easier to remember how to recreate the looks at home. I’ll also film high-quality videos (The Original and Ultimate lessons only) and take detailed photographs (included in all lessons) during the session so you can refer back to whenever you need. I’ll note down every product used during the lesson and other recommendations for you to keep too.

I encourage you to bring your own makeup bag - however big or small - to help you make the most of what you already own. Whether you are brand new to makeup or just looking to refresh your routine, my aim is to create a relaxed, supportive space where you can ask questions, try new techniques, and find what really works for you.

 
 
 
 
Makeup lessons in London with International Fashion & Beauty Makeup Artist Julie Jacobs. Personal and private 'one to one' classes and tutorials, bridal/wedding makeup, brows, lashes & personal shopping.  makeup lesson before & after

Makeup Lesson, Before & After

Anna. London. Thank you so much for sending my face charts so quickly! I really appreciate the level of detail - this is exactly what I was looking for. It even exceeded my expectations! Thank you so much again :)

Sarah 60yrs. London. “ Julie was an absolute joy. She made it all seem very doable and I am inspired to keep up what she taught me and to even experiment a little after a lifetime of thinking that make-up was just too much bother.  Her follow-up face charts are incredibly detailed too.”

  • Absolutely, I insist.  It’s truly the best way to remember what I’ve just shown you and it’s fun too.  I will apply the full look on one half of your face.  Then on the other side I will explain and demonstrate a product application then you will have a go.  This is repeated at every product.

Heidi. 61yrs Hertfordshire.  “It is never too late to invest in yourself. At 61, I thought I was now too old to change my habits. 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. I was also impressed by the range of products she used.  No praise is too high for this experience - I came away feeling refreshed, confident, and  inspired.”

Makeup lessons in London with International Fashion & Beauty Makeup Artist Julie Jacobs. Personal and private 'one to one' classes and tutorials, bridal/wedding makeup, brows, lashes & personal shopping.  makeup lesson before & after

Blusher & lipstick application

 
 

Blusher application

 

"Tell me and I will forget; show me and I may remember; involve me and I will understand" (Chinese proverb).  

The ‘ORIGINAL’ Personal Makeup Lesson

  • 4.5 hours

  • Video tutorials - 5

  • Skincare guidance and product recommendations

  • 2 looks covered (soft and strong)

  • Hands on - I will complete a makeup look on one side of your face; then you will replicate it on the other side - with my guidance

  • Detailed photographs - taken throughout the lesson - and all products used will be emailed within 3 working days after your appointment

  • Lessons are booked for a 10.30am start unless a slightly later or earlier time is agreed prior to booking

  • I provide a light breakfast, lunch and refreshments

  • £400 ( includes £100 deposit*)

  • The Original lesson can either be in the peace of my North London location or at your own home. There’s a surcharge of 100% plus full travel expenses

The ‘MINI’ Personal Makeup Lesson

  • 2.5 hours

  • Skincare advice

  • 1 look covered (either soft or strong)

  • Hands on - I will complete a makeup look on one side of your face; then you will replicate it on the other side - with my guidance.

  • Detailed photographs - taken throughout the lesson - and all products used will be emailed within 3 working days after your appointment

  • Lessons are booked for a 10.30am start unless a slightly later or earlier time is agreed prior to booking

  • I provide refreshments

  • £280 ( includes £100 deposit*)

  • If at any time after ‘The MINI’ lesson you would like a follow-up lesson; the fee is £250 ( includes £100 deposit**)

  • The MINI Lesson will be in the peace of my North London location


The ‘ULTIMATE’ Personal Makeup Lesson

  • 4.5 hours

  • Bespoke video tutorials - 10

  • Skincare guidance and product recommendations

  • 3 looks covered (soft and strong)

  • Hands on - I will complete a makeup look on one side of your face; then you will replicate it on the other side - with my guidance..

  • Detailed photographs will be taken throughout the lesson documenting important stages of the application

  • 6 bespoke face charts. These include photographs taken throughout the lesson with instructions; product and treatment recommendations (please see client testimonials ). These will be sent within 5 working days after your lesson.

  • Lessons are booked for a 10.30am start unless a slightly later or earlier time is agreed prior to booking

  • I provide a light breakfast, lunch and refreshments

  • £580 ( includes £100 deposit*)

  • The Ultimate lesson can either be in the peace of my North London location or at your own home. A surcharge of 100% plus full travel expenses will be applied

 

* A deposit of £100* secures your appointment and is non-refundable with less than 10 full working days’ notice.  Due to popularity deposits are required upon booking which then confirms your lesson.

**All photographs taken are copy right of Julie. No photos will be used commercially without my clients written permission.

Contact.   For bookings or inquiries please email me here - I aim to respond the same day. A few clients have informed me that my emails are ending up in their spam folders. I’ve looked into this however it still happens from time to time. If you’ve not received a response from me within 24 hours please email me using this alternative address juliejacobs00@me.com.

Location. North London, N16 - near good public transport and with on-street parking.

 
 
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