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Title: Makeup lessons
Post by: Charlotte Kitty on April 25, 2026, 07:58:03 AM
Post by: Charlotte Kitty on April 25, 2026, 07:58:03 AM
My work colleague highly recommend a service where you get a 1hr30 one to one lesson at a makeup counter that shares my name, located in a high end store. It costs but the full cost is redeemable against product so i could learn and get what i need all at once.
I like the sound of it as I enjoy these kinda sessions, getting some fuss and attention. Has anyone done similar?
Charlotte 😻
I like the sound of it as I enjoy these kinda sessions, getting some fuss and attention. Has anyone done similar?
Charlotte 😻
Title: Re: Makeup lessons
Post by: ChrissyRyan on April 25, 2026, 08:25:18 AM
Post by: ChrissyRyan on April 25, 2026, 08:25:18 AM
Quote from: Charlotte Kitty on April 25, 2026, 07:58:03 AMMy work colleague highly recommend a service where you get a 1hr30 one to one lesson at a makeup counter that shares my name, located in a high end store. It costs but the full cost is redeemable against product so i could learn and get what i need all at once.
I like the sound of it as I enjoy these kinda sessions, getting some fuss and attention. Has anyone done similar?
Charlotte 😻
Not that extensive, but it sounds like a terrific deal. I suggest trying it if your budget can handle it! Some of those department stores also offer a one on one personal clothing coordinator.
Chrissy
Title: Re: Makeup lessons
Post by: ChrissyRyan on April 25, 2026, 11:18:02 AM
Post by: ChrissyRyan on April 25, 2026, 11:18:02 AM
Being able to appropriately apply makeup on yourself is a very good skill to have.
It takes practice.
It takes practice.
Title: Re: Makeup lessons
Post by: Dawn Kellie on April 25, 2026, 05:45:00 PM
Post by: Dawn Kellie on April 25, 2026, 05:45:00 PM
As soon as I can get rid of the face fuzz I'm going to do something like this
Title: Re: Makeup lessons
Post by: Lori Dee on April 25, 2026, 08:00:35 PM
Post by: Lori Dee on April 25, 2026, 08:00:35 PM
I have not, but several members have said they went to a makeup store and had a session like the one you described.
They will be happy to help because you become a customer buying their products. They also want you to be happy with the results so that you will come back, buy more, and refer your friends.
I think it's a great idea.
They will be happy to help because you become a customer buying their products. They also want you to be happy with the results so that you will come back, buy more, and refer your friends.
I think it's a great idea.
Title: Re: Makeup lessons
Post by: KristaFairchild on April 25, 2026, 09:23:51 PM
Post by: KristaFairchild on April 25, 2026, 09:23:51 PM
Yes, twice. I was too afraid to go in person, so first met with someone online who specialized in MTF trans makeup. It definitely helped but not as much as I had hoped. She mostly did her own makeup to show me how and the camera wasn't adequate for her to help me do my own.
The second time I called a mobile makeup service and she came to me. It was good to feel it going in and see what products and methods she used, but I'm certain I was her first makeup experience of this kind.
I found in my secret world at the time that AI + YouTube worked best. I could practice at home and not feel lost. YouTube has lots of (too many) methods and with AI I could ask all my questions and choose a method. I have shared hundreds of in-process makeup photos with AI. It seemed accurate but what helped the most was it was affirming.
If I were to seek in-person again, I would have an AFAB friend help me.
The second time I called a mobile makeup service and she came to me. It was good to feel it going in and see what products and methods she used, but I'm certain I was her first makeup experience of this kind.
I found in my secret world at the time that AI + YouTube worked best. I could practice at home and not feel lost. YouTube has lots of (too many) methods and with AI I could ask all my questions and choose a method. I have shared hundreds of in-process makeup photos with AI. It seemed accurate but what helped the most was it was affirming.
If I were to seek in-person again, I would have an AFAB friend help me.