August 26th: 9am-6pm

Demo-Only: $300 | Full-Day: $650

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Final call to register for this incredible one-day workshop with international celebrity makeup artist, Roshar! This workshop includes:

MODEL PHOTOSHOOT
Roshar will direct attendees as they create flawless looks on agency models for their portfolios. Photographed by professional photographer Robert Beczarski.

DEMO BY ROSHAR
Get an exclusive look at the techniques Roshar uses to create his signature looks, with time for Q & A.

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FREE SWAG BAG WITH PRODUCTS FROM:

AND MORE!

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All attendees entered to win a Glamcor Riki Skinny Mirror!
We’ll be giving away THREE!

Don’t wait, limited spaces available!

You want to become a makeup artist, but financially you don’t know how to make it happen. Don’t let the fear of financial burdens hold you back—use the tools and resources available to turn your dreams into a reality.

There are hundreds of scholarships and grants available for prospective students in Chicago and throughout the Midwest. Some you can apply for in less than 15 minutes! There are also benefits for US veterans, employer education stipends, and much more! With a little digging, you may find that you’re eligible for multiple options to help pay for education.

Below we’ve compiled a list of some of the scholarships and grants used by previous students of Make Up First to help you jumpstart the process!

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Scholarships and Grants

Note: Some scholarships require Cosmetology and or Aesthetics licenses in order to be an eligible applicant. Be sure to research requirements carefully prior to submitting an application. 

• The Professional Beauty Association provides scholarship information for organizations such as Minerva, Hans Neumaier, Sally Beauty Supply, and America’s Beauty Show!

• The Presidents Scholarship from America’s Beauty Show and Cosmetologists Chicago can help you take your career to the next level. Regular members of Cosmetologists Chicago® (CC), Cosmetologos Latinos® (CL), American Assiociation for Esthetics® (AAE), and International Nail Technicians Association® (INTA) can apply for up to $2,500 a year ($7,500 lifetime maximum) for Advanced Classes and Seminars.

• American Association of Cosmetology Schools (AACS) partners with industry sponsors to offer scholarships and grants to deserving cosmetology students. Beauty Changes Lives (BCL) currently offers seven scholarships in all categories representing the beauty and wellness industry. They also offer two advanced education scholarships, one in cosmetology and one in makeup. Since 2013, BCL has given away more than $1,000,000 in scholarships to students attending cosmetology, esthetics, nail, massage, makeup and advanced courses.

• Beauty Schools Directory is donating a $2500 Scholarship to help pay for education at the beauty school of your dreams! Deadline is October 31st!

• Blessons Scholarships for Women are funded by donations and are unique and may often function as the only source of support for women where no other granting and scholarship organizations may exist or are accessible in it’s nature where grade point average is NOT a deciding factor. They give women the resources to realize their educational goals to use the funds in whatever way that helps them most such as: books, tuition, on-campus health insurance, cafeteria, computer labs and transportation.

• The Chade Foundation Scholarships Program is offering financial aid to incoming and current college or graduate school students. In order to show our gratitude and support to the Chicagoland community, the company established Chade Foundation in 2007. We invite all eligible students to apply for our 10th Annual Scholarship Awards.

OTHER INFO:

Breaking down scholarship opportunities, and where to find them

Database of Vocational Scholarships

Do you have high-quality photos of your work that demonstrate your full range and talent? You should! At Make Up First, our eight course Certificate Program includes an entire course on Media Makeup, so all your looks come out flawless.

You will work with agency models, under the direction of Chicago’s finest professional photographer, and receive high resolution photos of all of your images so you can start building your website and portfolio immediately! Take a look at some of the incredible work our students have done in the past below.

Our Fall Certification Program starts September 3rd! Sign up today!

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Already an established makeup artist? You won’t want to miss the upcoming portfolio building workshop, with celebrity makeup artist Roshar. During this two-day workshop, Roshar will demonstrate his signature avant-garde approach, and attendees will:

• Get an exclusive look at the Roshar’s techniques

• Work on professional agency models under the direction of Roshar, photographed by professional photographer Robert Beczarski

• Receive all high res images of the photographed looks for their portfolio

• AND! Day 2 attendees will be entered to win one of three GLAMCOR RIKI SKINNYS

• Receive a FREE SWAG BAG full of products from our sponsors

Stilazzi, in collaboration with Jordan Liberty, introduces to you his “holy grail” eyeshadow palette, aptly titled DARKROOM. Jordan’s international career as a makeup artist and beauty photographer has set his work apart from the crowd, and DARKROOM is a celebration of the colors and textures that have captured his imagination across the globe on his world tour in 2018 and 2019. A homage to his early roots in the photographer’s darkroom, Jordan explores the importance of light manipulation to both makeup artistry and photography with 18 carefully crafted eyeshadows.

“Nine lean cool and nine lean warm shades with a mix of matte, soft metallic, intense metallic, and sheer shift shades (which I hope you’ll love as much as I do). At first glance the palette looks incredibly colorful - and while there are some fantastic brights inside, DARKROOM is firmly grounded in neutrals and I probably spent most of my time in development on some of my favorite transition shades ever…there are 4 shades that can be used as transitions on various skin tones or as highlights or shadows on others.”

- Jordan Liberty

To see more of Jordan’s work, check out his website here!

AUGUST 25 & 26, 2019

LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE, REGISTER TODAY!

Build your professional portfolio and expand your artistic boundaries with international celebrity makeup artist, Roshar! Join us for this two-day, hands on workshop as Roshar demonstrates his signature avant-garde approach at Make Up First! During this workshop, attendees will:

• Get an exclusive look at the techniques and approach Roshar uses in his work

• Work on professional agency models under the direction of Roshar, photographed by professional photographer Robert Beczarski

• Receive all HD images of their photographed looks for their portfolio

• Day 2 attendees will be entered to win one of three GLAMCOR RIKI SKINNYS

• Receive a FREE SWAG BAG full of products from our sponsors

To see more of Roshar’s work, visit his website and Instagram!

Monday was National Lipstick Day, but why dedicate just a day when you can celebrate all week long? Spend $25 or more, online or in store, at the Make Up First Pro Shop and receive a FREE full-size lipstick! Add the shade of your choice from the Kevyn Aucoin ‘The Matte Lip Color’ Collection, and with any qualifying purchase, your lipstick cost will be deducted at checkout- no code needed! 💋

Check out our staff favorites below!

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Danessa Myricks- Colorfix 24-Hour Cream Color- Matte

JILL: Colorfix by Danessa Myricks is a hybrid cream color and extreme long-wearing paint, that can safely be used on the eyes, face, and lips. Apply it and forget it, no need for touch-ups. Boldly saturated, ideal by itself or as a base for other products.

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MODELROCK- Liquid Last Matte Lipstick

MOLLY: Modelrock is a flexible, full coverage, highly-pigmented matte liquid lip. This lightweight formula keeps your lips feeling hydrated and comfortable all day. You can eat, drink, and kiss your momma with this lipstick.

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Stilazzi- Lip Vinyl

RACHAEL: I prefer glossy lips over matte, so Stilazzi’s Lip Vinyl is perfect. It is super creamy and hydrating with semi-opaque coverage and lots of shine. Bonus—it smells like a tropical vacation!

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Kevyn Aucoin- The Sensual Lip Balm

JUSTIN: Lipstick is always better on healthy, full lips. Kevyn Aucoin’s 'The Sensual Lip Balm’ is the ultimate go-to for keeping your lips in tip-top shape. Not only does this balm hydrate and repair your lips, it serves as a lipstick primer as well—so every application goes on flawlessly smooth.

You love foundation and we do too! The artists and instructors at Make Up First (enthusiastically) tried out dozens of different foundations to find the best ones on the market so you don’t have to. Check out our favorites below!

Cinema Secrets—Ultimate Foundation 5-in-1 Pro Palette

Cinema Secrets Ultimate Foundation Palettes are an industry favorite that provide expert-level customization to match any skin-tone with ease. Use to color correct, contour, and highlight for a perfect custom blend. The sheer-to-full coverage foundation provides a natural matte finish that’s water resistant and long-wearing. Comes in six universal shade ranges based on depth and undertone.

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Danessa Myricks—Vision Cream Cover Palette Kit

The Vision Cream Cover Pro Palette is a 10 shade foundation/concealer kit that comes with it’s own 10+1 Flexi-Palette. This versatile collection allows you to match, blend, or customize your shades to any skin tone to create a smooth, even application on anyone. The compact and kit friendly flexi-palette allows you to customize and store your shades beforehand, and travel with them easily.

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FACE atelier—Ultra Foundation Pro

FACE atelier’s Ultra Foundation Pro is a silicone-based emulsion foundation that floats on top of the skin, does not crease or flake, and lasts all day. Hydrating yet oil-free, Ultra Foundation Pro fills in tiny lines and pores to ensure a flawlessly smooth finish. With 12 different foundation shades (and 5 foundation adjusters), you can combine or adjust to create the perfect skin tone match every time.

Join Make Up First at Face & Body Midwest 2019 in Rosemont! This two day expo features educational classes from leading industry experts, an expo hall full of exhibitors with the latest in skincare and wellness, and tons of deals on products, workshops, and more!

Make Up First owner, Jill Glaser, will be demonstrating Camouflage Makeup for Severe Skin Discolorations on Monday, July 29th at 12pm, which is free to attend for all ticket holders. Get your tickets now and save up to $25 by purchasing tickets before the event!

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Check out some of the industry experts speaking at this year’s event!

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Download the Pre-Show Program here!

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August 19th, 2019 | 1pm-4pm

Color Theory in Flesh Tone is a hands-on workshop that translates color theory into the language of makeup. One of the greatest tools a makeup artist has is color theory. Being able to actively work and use the principles of color theory during application makes every artist stronger and more efficient.

In this workshop we revisit the basics of Color Theory, and the principles of color used in makeup application. Learn to translate color into flesh tone using The Flesh Tone Color Wheel™, and determine skin tone, highlight, contour and correction. See how using color theory affects every color choice including foundation, eyeshadow, and lips. In the hands-on portion, students will utilize the “Wheel” together with an included color theory makeup palette, to create foundation, highlight, contour, and corrective colors.

This class has a demo and lecture followed by a hands-on portion.

All participants will receive The Flesh Tone Color Wheel, “Rescue Palette” 10 Cream Color Makeup, Stainless Steel Palette, and Palette Knife!

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Terri Tomlinson is a working makeup artist, educator, and owner of Makeup Training Academy in Dallas. Her most recent creation, The Flesh Tone Color Wheel™, is both a guide and tool for anyone who works with skin, showing you undertone, highlight, contour, analogous and corrective colors for makeup. Along with the wheel, Terri has created a method of working with color theory in skin tones and neutrals.

Read more about Terri here!

Introducing ATTN! Makeup Sanitizer Mist! 

This quick-drying formula cleans and disinfects all powder and cream-based cosmetics, as well as tools, palettes, and spatulas.

ATTN! Makeup Sanitizer Mist is a clean product: All ingredients are all-natural, organic, vegan, cruelty-free, gluten-free, nut-free, and artificial fragrance-free!

LAUNCH WEEK SPECIAL: Buy one, get one half off!

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Coming later this summer:

Add a drop of Mixing Medium to your makeup to intensify, combine, or revive your product. Aloe Vera gel helps to seal your look in, creating a waterproof, sweat-proof look that also moisturizes.

Moisturizes skin while cleaning and removing all makeup—even waterproof products! Safe for sensitive skin; oil-free, alcohol-free. No added fragrance or colors.

Visit the ATTN! Beauty site to be the first to know about deals, new products, and MORE!

Our new session starts September 3rd with Basic Makeup I, which covers fundamental principles such as color theory, facial anatomy, and sanitation. In addition, students will learn crucial skills like highlight and contour, foundation matching, skin prep, shaping brows, false lash application and more!

At Make Up First® School of Makeup Artistry, our certification program is streamlined to give you exactly what you need to become a pro. Our program, approved by the Illinois Board of Higher Education, offers in-depth makeup artistry training with extensive hands-on studio time using pro cosmetics and taught by the finest instructors. By offering professional instruction in all areas of makeup artistry, we prepare our students to be able to accept work in all avenues of the industry, including editorial, bridal, theatrical, media, and clinical!

Refer a friend and earn a $250 workshop credit!

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See what’s new at Make Up First!

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TEMPTU Certified Airbrush Bridal Workshop
July 22, 2019 | 10am-4pm

Learn the in’s and out’s of the bridal business, such as drafting contracts, setting your rates, and completing a successful trial run. Then, get hands-on with our immersive TEMPTU airbrush training where you’ll learn how to assemble and clean two different machines, as well as various airbrushing techniques, and how to choose the right products for your client.

Following the workshop, students will receive a TEMPTU Certificate of Completion!
All airbrush equipment and products are provided for use during this six hour workshop, and will be available for purchase at an already discounted price the day of the workshop!
This workshop is eligible for 6 hours of Continuing Education under the IL Barber Act

Before you kick back for your cookout, head over to the Make Up First Pro Shop for DISCOUNTS ON EVERYTHING IN THE STORE

Get 10% off all products using the code ‘FIREWORKS’ at checkout, or click here to apply the link automatically! Browse our new arrivals, including the Danessa Myricks collection, Lashes in a Box, and our Summer Favorites:

And while you’re there, see if you qualify for the Make Up First Pro discount program to receive everyday discounts on hundreds of products in the store!

*Sale ends July 7th at 11:59pm (CST); Online orders only*

August 25-26, 2019

DEADLINE TO REGISTER: AUGUST 9
LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE

Build your professional portfolio and expand your artistic boundaries with international celebrity makeup artist, Roshar! Join us for this two-day, hands on workshop as Roshar demonstrates his signature avant-garde approach at Make Up First! During this workshop, attendees will:

• Get an exclusive look at the techniques and approach Roshar uses in his work

• Work on professional agency models under the direction of Roshar, photographed by professional photographer Robert Beczarski

• Receive all HD images of their photographed looks for their portfolio

• Day 2 attendees will be entered to win one of three GLAMCOR RIKI SKINNYS

• Receive a FREE SWAG BAG full of products from our sponsors

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Check out some of the photos from our previous Roshar workshops:

Face Chart Workshop — July 15, 2019

Face charts are used, among other things, to plan a makeup application, to communicate a look to the client, and/or provide continuity for a makeup artistry team.  Once a makeup artist learns the basic techniques for creating a face chart, they will not only add to their skill set, but will also find it gratifying to turn a one-dimensional piece of paper into a three-dimensional work of art!
SUITABLE FOR ALL SKILL LEVELS!

All materials during the workshop will be provided. Attendees will leave with a full pad (25 pages) of Make Up First ® School custom charts, valued at $20.00.

Sign up on or before July 3rd to get the special price of $125!
Prices will increase to $150.00 on July 3

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TEMPTU Certified Airbrush Bridal Workshop — July 22, 2019

Airbrush bridal makeup is here to stay. Learn how to navigate and grow your bridal business. Attendees will learn how to draft contracts, set rates, and complete a successful trial run. Then, get hands-on with our immersive TEMPTU airbrush training. Students will learn how to assemble and clean different airbrush systems. We will cover various airbrushing techniques, and how to choose the right products for your client.

Following the workshop, students will receive a TEMPTU Certificate of Completion!
All airbrush equipment and products are provided for use during this six hour workshop, and will be available for purchase at an already discounted price the day of the workshop!
This workshop is eligible for 6 hours of Continuing Education under the IL Barber Act

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Color Theory in Flesh Tone with The Flesh Tone Color Wheel™ — August 19, 2019

Color Theory in Flesh Tone is a workshop that translates color theory into the language of makeup. Learn to translate color into flesh tone using The Flesh Tone Color Wheel™ (the “Wheel”) and determine skin tone, highlight, contour and correction. See how using color theory affects every color choice from foundation, to eyeshadow and lip!

In the hands-on portion, students will utilize the “Wheel” together with an included color theory makeup palette, to create foundation, highlight, contour, and corrective colors.

Instructed by Terri Tomlinson.

Included with registration: The Flesh Tone Color Wheel™, Stainless Steel Palette and Palette Knife, and “Rescue Palette” makeup.

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Roshar Portfolio Building Workshop — August 25 & 26, 2019

International celebrity makeup artist, Roshar, demonstrates avant-garde/editorial makeup creations on Day 1. On Day 2, Roshar will be on site, directing the attendees’ photoshoot with Chicago professional photographer, Robert Beczarski.

Day 1 is a prerequisite for Day 2. Participants of Day 2 will receive all images of their work.

• First Day: Lecture and demonstration of two looks.

• Second Day: Photoshoot with professional models. Directed by Roshar.

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We are continuing to celebrate National WASH YOUR BRUSHES DAY! (June 20th)
Sigma Beauty has sent over some of their brush cleaning tips and tricks.

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How to Clean Makeup Brushes

Clean makeup brushes are essential for a perfected makeup application, clear skin and maintaining brush function. Sigma Beauty, the world’s leader in brush cleaning technology, has developed a full line of tools to make brush care simple, efficient and fun. Follow their five step guide to get the most of your makeup brushes. You and your skin deserve the best.

What You'll Need:
•SigMagic™Brushampoo™or mild shampoo/brush cleanser
•Sigma Spa® gadget
•Dry'n Shape Tower®

5 Step Guide: Cleaning Makeup Brushes
1. WET: Wet just the bristles of your makeup brushes under warm water. Try to avoid fully submerging the brush ferrule to prevent damage!
2. WASH: Add a small amount of SigMagic™Brushampoo™or mild brush cleanser to makeup brush bristles, swirl on the WASH texture of a Sigma brush cleaning gadget to deep clean the brush.
3. RINSE: Sweep the brush back and forth on the RINSE texture under running water until the water runs clear. Repeat steps 2 and 3 utilizing the REFINE and REFINE PLUS textures of your gadget for a maximum clean.
4. SQUEEZE: Gently squeeze brush bristles to remove excess water.
5. DRY: Place makeup brushes in the Dry’n Shape Tower® to quickly dry and reshape your brushes. If you haven’t got Sigma’s revolutionary tower, simply lay your brushes flat on a towel.

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Why Clean Makeup Brushes Are Important:
Not cleaning your makeup brushes regularly can cause mold, bacteria and excess product buildup. Using dirty brushes can spread bacteria and aggravate the skin causing blemishes and breakouts. Product buildup in your bristles causes makeup to apply unevenly and wastes product.

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Shop our favorite brush cleaning gadgets from Sigma Beauty today and receive 20% off with code CLEAN until 6/23/19, 11:59pm. PLUS a bonus of 2 samples from SB.

Click on the gadgets below to shop!

We know what has been added to your to-do list today… WASHING YOUR BRUSHES! :)

Thanks for reading!

The 19th annual Chicago Pride Fest is a legendary two-day street festival held the weekend leading up to the Chicago Pride Parade with up to 100,000 expected to attend, celebrating LGBTQ+ life, culture and community.

The festival features live music by popular artists, 4 stages, food and drink, 100+ arts/craft and merchant vendors, DJ’s and dancing, drag shows, pet parade, Out At Wrigley National Anthem Singing Contest, sponsor booths and more. Come out and celebrate, June 22-23, in Boystown on Halsted Street between Addison and Grace.

Prep for the festivities with some of our favorite products below!

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Danessa Myricks- Colorfix 24-Hour Cream Color, Mattes and Metallics

This collection has a color for any outfit or look. These hybrid cream colors are durable in the heat, safe for the eyes, lips, and face, and extremely long-lasting. Use individually, or create custom colors!

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LASHES IN A BOX- N°29/N°23 (10 Pack)

Keep your lash game going strong all week with this 10 pack. All lashes are handmade and cruelty-free, so you can feel good while you look good. Multiple styles available!

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Stilazzi- Spellbound Eyeshadow Palette

With 18 different, vivid shades, from mattes to shimmers, this palette has something for everyone. This massive collection is your one-stop shadow shop for all of pride week, with enough shades to share with your friends!

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MODELROCK- Liquid Last Liquid-to-Matte Lipstick

Long-wearing, ultra lightweight liquid to matte lipstick that will last for hours. These intense, highly-pigmented, sharp colors look amazing and leave you with a velvet-like feel to the lips. Wear alone or partner with your favorite lipgloss.

Our Summer Certification Session Starts June 18th!

At Make Up First® School of Makeup Artistry, our certification program is streamlined to give you exactly what you need to become a pro. Our program, approved by the Illinois Board of Higher Education, offers in-depth makeup artistry training with extensive hands-on studio time using pro cosmetics and taught by the finest instructors. By offering professional instruction in all areas of makeup artistry, we prepare our students to be able to accept work in all avenues of the industry, including editorial, bridal, theatrical, media, clinical and more.

Our program begins June 18th with Basic Makeup I, which covers fundamental principles such as color theory, facial anatomy, and sanitation. In addition, students will learn crucial skills like highlight and contour, foundation matching, skin prep, shaping brows, false lash application and more!

Refer a friend and earn a $250 workshop credit!

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Father’s Day is right around the corner, and you’ve waited until the last minute to shop again. Instead of getting dad another necktie, a set of golf balls, and whatever you can find in the checkout line this weekend, why not give him something thoughtful? While some dads may not take time to care for themselves, you can show them a little love this Father’s Day with the perfect self-care starter pack. Check out our favorites below!

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Embryolisse Men’s Energizing Shower Gel

This multi-purpose shower gel works great on your face, body, and hair while gently moisturizing and invigorating. The foaming gel washes away easily, leaving your skin feeling soft and refreshed, while scents of mint and eucalyptus keep you smelling great all day long.

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Smith’s Menthol and Eucalyptus Balm

Re-energize your lips after a day in the sun with this soothing balm. Menthol and eucalyptus provide a cooling, refreshing sensation without being overly fragrant. Works great on chapped, dry lips as well as cuts or razor burns!

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Cinema Secrets Micro-Scissor

The world’s tiniest grooming scissors make the perfect father’s gift. These discreet micro-scissors can hide away easily in a medicine cabinet or on the go, and make trimming unsightly facial hairs with pinpoint accuracy a breeze.

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Embryolisse Lait-Creme Concentre

Great skincare is for everyone. Introduce your dad to skincare step one with this highly effective moisturizer. This formula is light and fast-absorbing, which makes it easy to apply and noticeably nourishing right away.

Don’t miss your chance to register for IBS Las Vegas, the beauty industry’s fastest growing show! Make Up First owner, Jill Glaser, will be featured at the vent, speaking on both June 15th & 16th. Make sure to catch her demos on ‘High Definition Makeup Trends’ and ‘Airbrush Bridal Makeup’ in room N231! Attend Jill’s classes and get your very own complimentary Make Up First bag complete with a Pro Shop discount code! You can view the full weekend schedule here.

While you’re there, check out everything IBS Vegas has to offer, including:

Grab your tickets using the button below!