Best Makeup Classes in Aurora, IL

Occhi Institute believes that individual attention is a key to a great education. We keep our classes small, no more than 5 students in each class, so you get the time you need with your instructors.

Unlike many training companies, Occhi Institute does not sell products. Our focus is to provide you with the most thorough lash and/or brow education. You will leave class with information on products from vendors that we have personally tested and approved.

It is your responsibility to verify the regulations regarding eyelash extensions, lash lift, microblading, and permanent makeup for the state you will be practicing in. In the State of Illinois, you must have a cosmetologist or esthetics license to perform eyelash extensions or lash lifts. These services are regulated by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulations. In the State of Illinois, in order to perform microblading or permanent makeup services, you must have a Bloodborne Pathogens Certificate and be certified by the Illinois Department of Public Health as a Body Art Establishment.

Occhi Institute does not provide licensing. At the end of class, you will receive a certificate of completion. If you are interested in becoming a licensed cosmetologist or esthetician, you will need to contact a school of cosmetology or esthetics. For microblading or permanent makeup, you must contact the Illinois Department of Public Health.

Occhi Institute has a Permit of Approval from the Illinois Board of Higher Education. The Institute is also authorized by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulations to provide CEUs to licensed cosmetologists and estheticians.