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Beauty By Jenny
- Phenomenal
- Course
- Students
“So Jenny got creative and on my 6th session she gave me new brow strokes that “lifted” my brows and then used pigment to match my skin tone to go over the harsh corners.”
Best Makeup Classes near Aurora, IL
None of these schools is based in Aurora; they work from towns including Chicago (32 mi), Naperville (6 mi) and Des Plaines (27 mi).
24 schools listed · 15 open weekends · 20 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
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Flawless Beauty by Nicole Richardson
- Craft
- Birthday
- Wedding
“Nicole was extremely sweet and the place was amazing very near and clean she asked me what I wanted as far as my makeup look I told her flawless and baby flawless is what she gave .”
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Make Up First
- Bridal
- Birthday
- Career
“I love Make Up First, great positive fun vibe, welcoming environment with amazing talented people, beautiful space with natural light to work with, and I parked right in front.”
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American Academy of Esthetics
- Chose
- Learning Style
- Prices
“Love this school so much!!!”
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Trichology Trends Institute of Cosmetology
- Highlights
- Haircut
- Color
“I have had highlights and my hair cut many times with great results.”
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New Age Spa Institute
- Rosacea
- Webinar
- Chemical Peels
“If you're not someone who's dedicated and willing to go above and beyond for yourself, your clients, and your education this would not be the school for you.”
The 24 schools listed for Aurora, IL teach makeup. Whether they run personal lessons, professional courses or bridal trials, and what any kit list covers, comes from what each school publishes about itself.
Area overview: Aurora, IL
The 24 schools on this page are rated from 4.0 to 5.0 across 2,122 reviews; 8 have 50 or more reviews and 20 are rated 4.5 or higher. When students and parents rate these schools on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (96%), quality (86%) and value (79%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "skills" and "atmosphere". 15 are open on Saturdays and 4 on Sundays. 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 12 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 40 years. 3 offer payment plans; 1 offers a free trial or consultation; 2 are family- or locally-owned and 2 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 24 of the schools on this page; 20 publish a contact page; 19 list a public email and 3 take bookings online. We count these figures across the schools on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the school before you enroll.
Can I book a makeup lesson online with schools listed for Aurora?
You can book straight from the site at 3 of these 24 schools. Booking form first, phone call second, because a form rarely asks the question that matters: whether the teacher has worked with your skin tone and your eye shape before.
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Art Institute of Makeup
- Mrs
- Makeup Class
- Informative
“I think it was due to COVID but I would of have like to seen a face fine with brushes instead of just sponges but I would definitely recommend and come back for classes!”
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Cannella School of Hair Design
- Color
- Graduated
- Price
“Great school, instructors really care about their students and make sure they are prepared theoretically and emotionally to start their careers as cosmetologist.”
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Ms. Roberts Beauty Academy
- Braids
- Teach
- Graduate
“I have been coming here for years and I also bring my daughter so she can get hersome braided and the instructorsword know us so well they now when her braids are not done properly.”
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Professional's Choice Hair Design Academy
- Education
- Price
- Haircut
“The student who did my hair (Jacquie) was very nice and extremely attentive.”
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Cannella School of Hair Design
“Today was the Saturday before Easter and the students had a competition for the best special occasion up dos - so I got to see a lot of very pretty hairstyles with ribbons and flowers and special sparkles!”
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Occhi Institute
“You are given the tools needed to succeed and the ongoing support for future advances as needed!”
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Thrive Skin Institute
“The staff at Thrive Skin really care about the education you receive in the class room as well as guiding you on how to thrive outside of the class room.”
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Dudley Beauty College
“I feel more relaxed in a much less chaotic environmental atmosphere while I am getting a Mani-Pedi and also being able to watch the students being taught the many facets of the cosmetology field while feeling/knowing my dollars are being better appre...”
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A Plus Nail School
- Principal
- Career
- Environment
“The overall experience here was wonderful, you learn so many things and I love how the staff and principal are always there to help answer any questions you may have.”
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Tati's Beauty Studio
- Perfection
- Matter
- Price
“I have been going to Tatiana for many years ,also have 3 more friends who also go to her ,when you do eyelashes for so long ,I mean me I am looking on quality, time .”
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John Amico School of Hair Design
“I love John Amico School and I go there every week the students are fantastic and do excellent work the reason I gave four star was because the teacher there she needs to smile more she look like she's angry all the time it doesn't cost anything to s...”
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Chicago Makeup School
- Parking
- Industry
- Education
“This class was very informative and important for me as a Makeup Artist, I learn new techniques and a lot of tips that in my over 10 years career never heard about it.”
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Capelli Academy of Cosmetology II Inc.
- Learn
“I've heard good things about this school so I am willing to wanting more information about ur nail technician classes prices etc how can I get in contact with you guys to get more info ?”
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One Stop Beauty School
- Book
- Atmosphere
- Schedule
“They were flexible with my schedule and Bibi, the owner and instructor, became my personal cheerleader who pushed me beyond my comfort zone to become better and follow my passion.”
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The Lash Academy
- Feel
- Volume
- Artist
“I highly recommend this course if you're looking to become a Six Figure Boss🤩 The instructors walked you through and covered every step needed to become the best of the best.”
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Lucylu Lash Academy
- Eyelash
“I took the eyelash extension and lash lift course by Lucy, I went in with very little knowledge of applying eyelash extensions but left feeling comfortable and knowledgeable.”
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Rachel Reiman Makeup
“I would highly recommend Ashley, and I definitely plan to use her services in the future.”
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Chicago Natural Hair Care and Braider's Assoc. Academy
“Very knowledgeable and always open to share that knowledge to help her clients and her students understand their hair care needs on both the personal and professional level.”
Makeup Training Services in Aurora, IL Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$183
Maximum cost
$3039
National Average
$414
$304
$973
Typical price range is based on 313 cost profiles
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