About

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Real Skills.

Real Confidence.

Wherever You Are.

The Online Makeup School is a modern beauty education platform designed to give you real-world makeup skills — whether you're building a career or just want to master your own look.

We offer expert-led, fully online courses in professional and personal makeup application, with a focus on clear instruction, hands-on learning, and real results. From beginners to aspiring pros, our courses are built to meet you where you are — and take you where you want to go.

Who We're For

We built The Online Makeup School for people like you:

Aspiring makeup artists

who want to launch a career in the makeup industry

Personal Learners

who want to feel more confident in their application skills

Educators and schools

who want to bring pro beauty training to their classroom

Brands and Salons

who want to level up their in-house training

Flexible Learning That Fits Around You

You don’t need to move cities, spend thousands, or wait for the right time. Our platform is designed to fit into your real life:

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100% online, accessible from anywhere
Self-paced — go fast or take your time
Step-by-step video tutorials and downloadable guides
Personalised feedback and tutor support
Assessments that help you build your confidence and portfolio
Earn a professional certification

Learn from Industry Experts

You’ll be guided by top artists with years of real-world experience on runways, red carpets, photo shoots, and in classrooms.

Sharon Farrell – Founder

As Founder and Director of The Online Makeup School, Sharon Farrell brings over 14 years on the pro circuit—working with MAC, Lancôme, and Benefit—to every lesson. A pioneer in digital beauty education, she’s distilled her backstage and retail-floor expertise into clear, actionable tutorials for her YouTube community of 270,000+ subscribers. Sharon’s mission? To turn complex techniques into confidence-boosting rituals you can master at home—or on set.

Charlotte Ravet – Pro Course Director

French-born artist, Charlotte Ravet brings runway-to-red-carpet expertise—leading makeup teams for Prada and Miu Miu, hosting seminars for L’Oréal Paris, and working with high profile clients. Named AMIA’s Best Makeup Educator in 2018, she’s created training programs for Maqpro, Manicare, and Priceline and led education at premier academies in Melbourne and Paris.

Dr Michelle Wong – Instructor

Michelle Wong turned her PhD in chemistry into a mission: demystify skincare science for real people. Frustrated by the myths floating around beauty forums, she launched Lab Muffin Beauty Science, where deep-dive product breakdowns meet clear, evidence-based advice. Michelle’s work has been featured in Allure, The Atlantic, and HuffPost, helping readers separate hype from hard facts—so you can shop smart and glow with confidence.

Sarah Lea – Instructor

Meet Sarah Lea, Australia’s go-to PhiBrows microblading artist known for her “super-natural” brows. In her sunlit Melbourne and Gold Coast studios, she crafts brows that frame every face flawlessly. In our brow module, Sarah shares her pro techniques—from mapping and symmetry to after-care—so you can learn how to design, refine, and maintain brows like a true artist.

Rachael Brook – Instructor

Celebrity MUA Rachael Brook brings 10+ years of high-glam experience straight to your screen. Trained and assisted under makeup legend Rae Morris, Rachael has polished skin for Australia’s top celebrities, magazine covers, and luxe brands. Her secret? A blend of editorial precision and a passion for glowing, healthy skin. Follow her module to unlock pro tips for dewy, camera-ready looks every time.

Frequently Asked Questions

We blend pro-level artistry with real-life application — no fluff, no filter. Our lessons are taught by award-winning artists, and structured like proper training, not just tutorials. Whether you’re learning for your kit or your confidence, you’ll walk away with skills that actually stick.

Absolutely. Whether you’re starting from scratch or refining your skills, our lessons are structured to build confidence and capability from the ground up. No prior experience required — just a love for makeup and a willingness to learn.

As soon as you enrol, you'll receive a welcome email with your login details. From there, you can dive straight into the course from your computer, tablet or phone — at your own pace, in your own space.

If you complete the Pro Course, yes — you'll receive a certificate of completion that’s recognised by industry bodies like IARC and MAGAP. Our other courses are designed for personal use and don't include certification, but you’ll still gain professional-level skills you can use right away.

You get 12 months’ access to all course materials, so there’s no rush. Rewatch lessons, revisit resources and learn on your schedule.

Definitely. Our student support team is here to help with tech issues, admin questions or course feedback. Pro Course students also get tutor guidance and personalised feedback on assignments.

Not at all. We guide you through exactly what’s essential — and what can wait — so you can build your kit smartly and affordably as you go.

Yes — we have students from all over the world. Our platform, lessons and materials are fully accessible internationally.

Our Pro Course is for aspiring makeup artists — it’s in-depth, assessment-based and career-focused. Perfect Your Personal Makeup is for individuals who want to master their own look. Bridal is ideal for those wanting to specialise in romantic, camera-ready beauty.

Yes — we offer beautiful digital gift vouchers that can be emailed instantly or scheduled for a special day. Perfect for birthdays, bridal parties or beauty lovers.

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