Best Makeup Classes near Aurora, IL

These schools serve Aurora from nearby bases in towns including St. Charles, Naperville and Lisle.

10 schools listed · 6 open weekends · 5 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 18, 2026

Beauty By Jenny

Beauty By Jenny

5.0 140 reviews
“I am so happy I finally made the appointment.”
Since 2017FinancingPrices online
Saint Charles, IL · 11 mi from Aurora
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Flawless Beauty by Nicole

Flawless Beauty by Nicole

4.9 89 reviews
“I decided to check out Flawless Beauty By Nicole for service and my experience was nothing less than amazing and exceeded expectation to the point I am still a consistent client of hers.”
13+ years
Naperville, IL · 6 mi from Aurora
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Make Up First

Make Up First

4.9 31 reviews
“You learn from professional working artists who share their experiences and knowledge with you while taking classes OR just when you need help with product recommendations!”
Since 2004
7 mi from Aurora
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Professional Makeup Artist Michelle Swoons

Professional Makeup Artist Michelle Swoons

5.0 62 reviews
“I have tried, tested, and fell in love with the toner mist, facial moisturizers, pineapple eye cream, lip balm… ALL OF IT!”
Since 2023
Saint Charles, IL · 11 mi from Aurora
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American Academy of Esthetics

American Academy of Esthetics

4.4 26 reviews
“She is by far the best teacher I could've had for my learning style and she is extremely knowledgeable on every esthetic topic.”
Since 2018
Lisle, IL · 10 mi from Aurora
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Ms. Roberts Beauty Academy

Ms. Roberts Beauty Academy

4.4 45 reviews
“They will teach you everything you need to know and you will graduate knowing everything you need in this beauty industry.”
Since 2005Below average pricesPrices online
Hillside, IL · 22 mi from Aurora
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The 10 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 10 schools on this page are rated from 3.3 to 5.0 across 839 reviews; 5 have 50 or more reviews and 5 are rated 4.5 or higher. 6 are open on Saturdays and 2 on Sundays. 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. 6 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 40 years. 1 offers payment plans. We have a website on file for all 10 of the schools on this page; 7 publish a contact page; 5 list a public email and 1 takes bookings online. We count these figures across the schools on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the school before you enroll.

Who can I write to before choosing a makeup school?

Written contact is possible with 5 of these 10 schools, which give an email address. Writing beats calling here, because you want the kit list and the certificate details in something you can reread later rather than scribbled on a notepad.

Professional's Choice Hair Design Academy

Professional's Choice Hair Design Academy

4.4 36 reviews
“I had black box dye on my hair for around 2 years and I wanted a peek-a-boo highlight and he bleached it very well for me.”
Since 1986
Joliet, IL · 18 mi from Aurora
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Cannella School of Hair Design

Cannella School of Hair Design

4.6 21 reviews
“Great school, instructors really care about their students and make sure they are prepared theoretically and emotionally to start their careers as cosmetologist.”
Since 2024
Elgin, IL · 19 mi from Aurora
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Thrive Skin Institute

Thrive Skin Institute

4.0 2 reviews
Since 2010
Oak Brook, IL · 18 mi from Aurora
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Cannella School of Hair Design

Cannella School of Hair Design

3.3 2 reviews
“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!”
40+ yearsBBB A+
Villa Park, IL · 18 mi from Aurora
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