Level 2 Certificate in Makeup Techniques
The Level 2 Certificate in Makeup Techniques offered by OXQUAL develops foundational professional competence in client consultation, skin preparation, colour selection, eye and lip makeup, day and evening looks, special-occasion styling, hygiene and portfolio presentation.
About this qualification
The Level 2 Certificate in Makeup Techniques offered by OXQUAL develops foundational professional competence in client consultation, skin preparation, colour selection, eye and lip makeup, day and evening looks, special-occasion styling, hygiene and portfolio presentation.
Career-focused
Develop relevant skills and knowledge that can support your next professional step.
What you'll cover
Key topics covered in this OXQUAL programme include:
- Professional Makeup Fundamentals
- Makeup Artist Responsibilities
- Client Consultation
- Skin Analysis
- Skin-Tone Assessment
- Skin Preparation
- Cleansing and Priming
- Foundation Application
- Concealer Techniques
- Eye Makeup
- Eyeshadow Blending
- Eyeliner Techniques
- Mascara Application
- Lip Preparation
- Lip Liner
- Lip Colour Application
- Day Makeup
- Evening Makeup
- Bridal Makeup Awareness
- Special-Occasion Makeup
- Photographic Makeup Awareness
- Fashion-Trend Awareness
- Makeup Hygiene
- Client Aftercare
- Portfolio Development
Who it's designed for
This OXQUAL programme is suitable for:
- Beauty-Therapy Learners
- Junior Makeup Artists
- Salon and Spa Personnel
- Freelance Makeup Learners
What you'll gain
Successful completion of this OXQUAL programme can help learners to:
- Develop foundational makeup competence.
- Strengthen skin-preparation skills.
- Improve eye and lip makeup techniques.
- Develop day and evening styling capability.
- Improve cosmetic hygiene.
- Build practical makeup portfolio evidence.
How this qualification is assessed
The assessment pattern for this OXQUAL programme is outlined below.
- Assessment Type: Practical assessments, written examination and portfolio review.
- Format: Skills demonstrations, multiple-choice questions, client case studies and oral defence.
- Total Questions: 50 theory questions plus multiple practical tasks and portfolio submission.
- Passing Score: 70%.
- Duration: 4–6 weeks (80–100 hours total).
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