EDUCATION OVERVIEW


Every day, millions of women of various cultures, races, ages and lifestyles apply makeup. But how many of these women have received training to know what techniques and products will enhance their natural beauty? As as an experienced professional makeup artist and licensed esthetician, Carmina- Cristina provides much more than makeup application; it is her passion to inspire and educate the beauty artist in you.

Carmina-Cristina’s series of makeup seminars, hands-on workshops  and private instruction classes are designed to educate and inspire women of all ages on facial beauty fundamentals. They include  symmetry, proportions, color harmony, skin care, makeup artistry products and essential techniques.

Carmina-Cristina’s presentations are applicable to all age groups ranging from teenagers to middle age to late years. No matter how diverse her audience, she addresses the particular beauty makeup needs for each group member. She also provides advanced training for aspiring young makeup artists or accomplished makeup professionals who wish to stay abreast of the latest materials, techniques and trends in the beauty industry.

“My goal is to make modern makeup accessible to every woman. Whether you like a natural or totally intense look, I will teach you how to enhance your best features, feel confident in your appearance and achieve flawless makeup for any occasion.”

 

SEMINARS, WORKSHOPS & TRAINING


 

INTRODUCTORY SEMINARS

Are you wondering if wearing makeup is right for you? Introductory seminars are designed to initiate women of all ages into the essentials of skin care and personal beauty. Typical subject matters include knowing your face, understanding skin types and tones, presentation of tools and products for skin care and makeup application. Visual aids are used to present fundamental concepts and products, and short demonstrations of makeover techniques are presented. After seminar, attendees have the opportunity to interact with Carmina-Cristina directly and purchase products or services at discounted prices.

Cost: FREE
Duration: under 45 minutes
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Check the schedule and register today! (***Online calendar / Schedule in development)


ON-REQUEST SEMINARS

Are you interested in learning more about skincare and makeup application? Bring your friends to attend a seminar organized at your request and designed specifically to address your needs.  During the seminar, the subject matter is first addressed at a theoretical level, then practical demonstrations are given regarding care, product benefits and application techniques. Light refreshments are served. After seminar, attendees can interact with Carmina-Cristina team members, request advice and purchase products at discounted prices.

Chose one of the topics below:

  • makeup fundamentals
  • eyes and lips
  • flawless face
  • everyday makeup
  • glamor makeup
  • young makeup
  • mature women makeup
  • care for aging skin
  • your own topic

Cost: group of 2 – $59 per person
group of 3 – $55 per person
group of 4 or more – $49 per person
Duration: under one hour
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Check the schedule and register today! (***Online calendar / Schedule in development)


BEAUTY TREND SEMINARS

Do you want to keep abreast with ever-changing trends in the field of beauty, fashion and well-being? Then attend the Beauty Trend Seminars offered in spring and fall, when seasonal beauty trends are revealed and new products are introduced by major cosmetic companies. During these events Carmina-Cristina will demonstrate techniques and product application tips designed to achieve the new trendy look. Light refreshments are served. After seminar, attendees have the opportunity to interact with Carmina-Cristina directly and purchase products or services at discounted prices.
Cost: $55 – (some trend seminars are free for VIP Beauty Club members – see club rules)
Duration: under an hour
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Check the schedule and register today! (***Online calendar / Schedule in development)


 

HANDS-ON MAKEUP SIGNATURE WORKSHOPS

Are you now ready to plunge into the art of personal makeup? Do you want to learn how to achieve the desired looks by doing your own makeup at home and in a short time? Then Carmina-Cristina Signature Hands-on Makeup Workshops are the events to attend. They are designed to be fun, educational and highly interactive. Duration is  about 3 hours, with a short break at half point when light refreshments are offered. The setting is intimate and relaxed, with a limited number of 4 participants. Each participant receives an individual facial beauty assessment and will practice makeup techniques under the direct supervision of Carmina. At the end of the workshop each attendee takes home the personalized makeup kit used during training. The kit consists of brushes, blush and eye shadows, a total value of $100.

Each workshop level is designed to fully immerse you in a critical aspect of makeup application. Level 1 teaches you essential skin care basics to create the perfect canvas. Level 2 teaches you how to create a beautiful everyday makeup routine.  And Level 3 completes the workshop series with advanced techniques for creating evening and special occasion glamour makeup.

Level 1:  Canvas Preparation and Flawless Face

INCLUDES FREE MAKEUP KIT !

The secret to beautiful makeup is to first create a flawless face. This hands-on workshop is designed to teach you the basics of great skincare and how to create the perfect canvas for makeup application. From primer and concealer to setting the delicate eye area, Carmina will show you the most effective techniques for preparing your skin for any type of makeup. And best yet – you’ll get to immediately put this knowledge to use by practicing on your own face with Carmina’s expert assistance to guide you.

“Under every great masterpiece lies a flawless background canvas. In makeup, your canvas is your skin and we must prepare it into a healthy and flawless surface which you can build upon.”

You will learn:

  • Skincare essentials to protect and nourish your skin at any age
  • About proper products and application techniques to use for primer, concealer and setting the eye area
  • How to shape and trim your eyebrows to best enhance your natural look
  • How to care for your lips to keep them looking healthy and youthful

Cost: $245 – (available at discounted rates for VIP Beauty Club members)
Duration: about 3 hours
Check the schedule and register today! (link to calendar showing workshop schedule, which in turn links to workshop registration form; link to Eventbrite?)

Level 2:  Everyday Beauty

INCLUDES FREE MAKEUP KIT !

This hands-on workshop is designed for women interested in learning the basic techniques and materials required to create a lasting makeup look suited for the day.  This  workshop builds upon the skincare techniques learned in the Level 1 Workshop. The goal of Level 2 is to help each woman create her ideal daytime look with the right tones and colors to compliment her personal style. You’ll be given practice time, with Carmina’s guidance, to give you the confidence and techniques to create it on your own!

“Even if you’re not a professional makeup artist, you can still achieve flawless beauty every day – by learning from me. My Everyday-Beauty Workshop will teach you the secrets to putting your best face forward every day”

You will learn:

  • The most advanced and effective techniques for applying makeup to your skin, eyes and lips
  • How to contour and shape your brows and face for an enhanced daytime look
  • What colors best compliment your skin-tone for both your eyes and lips
  • How to re-create your daytime look on your own in 15 minutes or less!

Cost: $245 – (available at discounted rates for VIP Beauty Club members)
Duration: about 3 hours
Check the schedule and register today! (link to calendar showing workshop schedule, which in turn links to workshop registration form; link to Eventbrite?)

Level 3: The Evening of Glamour 

INCLUDES FREE MAKEUP KIT !

This Workshop is designed for women who have graduated from the Every Day Beauty Workshop and are comfortable with the basic makeup techniques and materials. The Evening of Glamour Workshop teaches the more advanced methods required to create that glamorous evening look for that special occasion or night on the town.

The workshop starts with a brief lecture on the peculiarities of evening and glamour makeup techniques, followed by an extensive session of interactive makeup application. During the interactive session, Carmina will counsel each woman on the most suitable products and color scheme to obtain her desired glamour look, and assist her during the makeup application. The goal of this workshop is for each woman to practice the proper techniques with the appropriate materials to allow her to re-create her evening-look makeup at home in less than 30 minutes!

“The secret to glamorous makeup is enhancing your natural beauty with a few key techniques to add that WOW factor.”

You will learn:

  • Special techniques for applying makeup to your skin, eyes and lips to create the evening look
  • How to contour and shape your face, eyes and brows to achieve the smokey eye look
  • What colors best compliment your skin-tone for both your eyes and lips

Cost: $245 –  (available at discounted rates for VIP Beauty Club members)
Duration: about 3 hours
Check the schedule and register today! (link to calendar showing workshop schedule, which in turn links to workshop registration form; link to Eventbrite?)

SPECIAL OFFER

Discounts are available when booking TWO levels of Signature Workshops at the same time. If unable to attend a scheduled workshop, payment is transferrable to next scheduled workshop.

Call today to inquire about this special offer!


PRIVATE INSTRUCTION CLASSES

Are you interested in scheduling one-on-one instruction classes with Carmina-Cristina? Give her a call to discuss your needs and receive a quotation. Topics can vary from skin-care fundamentals to treatment of rosacea , or from makeup essentials to advanced makeup techniques and materials. Classes can take place at her Boutique in Camp Hill or in the privacy of your own home.

Cost: to be determined
Duration: to be determined
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Check the schedule and register today! (***Online calendar / Schedule in development)

“Never be afraid to experiment with makeup. Have fun with it! My expertise combined with your willingness to learn will help you uncover a more self-confident and beautiful you!”

ADVANCED TRAINING FOR ASPIRING MAKEUP ARTISTS

Are you a young aspiring makeup artist who wishes to improve her knowledge and draw from the vast reservoir of experience available with Carmina-Cristina? Are you in a transition period in your career and wish to try new directions in the field of makeup artistry? May be you’re attracted by the challenges and rewards of providing special effects makeup in the movie and TV industry? Call Carmina-Cristina today to get free over-the-phone advice on what might be available to you, and request a quotation for a private training program that suits your needs.
Cost: to be determined
Duration: to be determined
Contact us today!

Check the schedule and register today! (***Online calendar / Schedule in development)


 

CUSTOM TRAINING PROGRAMS

Are you running a small company or a corporate department that employ people who need to wear makeup on a daily basis? Do you feel that your people need additional training in the art of makeup? Do you wish to cut costs by purchasing high-quality makeup supplies from one single reliable source? If you answer yes to any of these questions, please call Carmina-Cristina to request a proposal for your company needs.

Cost: to be determined
Duration: to be determined
Contact us today!

Check the schedule and register today! (***Online calendar / Schedule in development)