ÉFC.
Paris

Professional Makeup Artistry

Flagship beauty pathway since 2023: face makeup, colour correction, editorial work and client portfolio.

Duration6 Months
LevelBeginner to Intermediate
Languagefr
Formatonsite · Paris
Next IntakeSept 2026
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Overview

Launched with the ÉFC beauty studio (2023), this six-month pathway trains makeup artists for salon, shoot and event work. Modules: hygiene & safety, face morphology, complexion, eyes, lips, menswear makeup, light FX and a jury portfolio project. Professional PMA certificate with verifiable public code. Indicative volume: 360 hours. Not a state degree.

Outcomes

  • Execute full-face makeup for photo, bridal and commercial briefs
  • Adapt colour correction and undertone matching to diverse skin tones
  • Maintain hygiene, kit organisation and client consultation standards
  • Build a professional makeup portfolio for jury and employers

Modules

  • Hygiene, Kit & Consultation40h
  • Face Morphology & Complexion80h
  • Eyes, Brows & Lips80h
  • Editorial & Commercial Looks80h
  • Portfolio Project80h

Official Credential

Graduates who meet completion criteria receive a Professional Certificate. Public codes use prefix EFC-PMA and can be checked on /verify.

Hours: 360 · ECTS (indicative): 36.0 · See the Certificate Policy

Prerequisites

  • Motivation letter and basic colour sense
  • B2 French (FR cohort) or B2 English when offered
  • Interview with Beauty Academic Lead
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