Handpicked from 195 vetted & reviewed Makeup Artistry schools in the Chicago area, explore the top 5 leading options among the selected group of 24 finalists.
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Top-rated companies A-Z in Chicago
Airbrush Academy Makeup School
Capelli Academy of Cosmetology II Inc.
Chicago Makeup School
Dudley Beauty College
The Lashe
Prominent finalists A-Z in Chicago
A Little Spa Institute
A+ Nail School
Art Institute of Makeup
Chicago Natural Hair Care and Braider’s Assoc. Academy
Flawless Beauty by Nicole Richardson
John Amico School of Hair Design
Khatori Beauty Lash Studio
LYS School of Hair Braiding
LucyLu Lash Academy
Ms. Roberts Beauty Academy
New Age Spa Institute
Occhi Institute
One Stop Beauty School
PS Lash & Hair Extension Academy & Studio
Rachel Reiman Makeup
Tati’s Beauty Studio
The Lash Academy
Thrive Skin Institute
Trichology Trends Institute of Cosmetology
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Airbrush Academy Makeup School
(1)
“Best make up artists in Chicago, would never go anywhere else!!!”
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Capelli Academy of Cosmetology II Inc.
(17)
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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Dudley Beauty College
(46)
Nail School, Hair School, Skin Care School
“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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The Lashe
(37)
Happy
Brand
Shipping
“I managed to keep my lashes in great health and condition using “ THE LASHE CONDITIONER & GEL PADS “ I truly love how my eyes feel and the moisture that it provided for under my eye and the growth of my lashes.”
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Chicago Makeup School
(37)
Natural Light
Parking
Education
“Professional education is hard to come by in Chicago for most Pro MU As, but now I know I have a resource for a plethora of classes and education at the Chicago Makeup School.”
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Best of 2024
Qualification Criteria for best of Winners
Minimum Overall Score
95 (100)
Minimum Reputation Rank
98.3 Percentile
All of our award winners are based on identifiable facts - reviews, performance, and experience - collected by scientific means. We use this data to assess each business’s essential features, weighting them according to their importance to customers.
“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
(6)
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
(4)
Chicago Facials, Best Eyelash Extension Course, Hair Removal Wax
“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
(3)
Pro Seminar, Beauty Classes, Bridal Hair & 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
(6)
“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.”
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LYS School of Hair Braiding
(5)
“I recommande Lys school because of their knowledge, support and professionalism!”
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Thrive Skin Institute
(2)
“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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A Little Spa Institute
“Located in Chicago, A Little Spa Institute is an industry leader in Continuing Education for those in the beauty industry. Courses include facials, waxing, nails, make-up application, spray tanning, eyebrow threading & eyelash extensions.”
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PS Lash & Hair Extension Academy & Studio
(2)
“I have had my extensions done twice and loved it both times!”
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New Age Spa Institute
(48)
Nail Technology
“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.”
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Art Institute of Makeup
(45)
Mrs
Informative
Skills
“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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A Plus Nail School
(47)
Prep
Principal
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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Ms. Roberts Beauty Academy
(22)
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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Occhi Institute
(1)
“You are given the tools needed to succeed and the ongoing support for future advances as needed!”
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Trichology Trends Institute of Cosmetology
(10)
Highlights
Haircut
Color
“Amazing Work!!”
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Flawless Beauty by Nicole Richardson
(47)
Bridal
Craft
Wedding
“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.”
“IT's little vacation for me 😘 Services Permanent makeup, Eyebrow beautification, Eyebrow shaping, Microblading, Hair extensions, Eyelash extensions”
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John Amico School of Hair Design
(44)
“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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Khatori Beauty Lash Studio
(47)
Light
Needles
Lash Extensions
“Kenya definitely knows what she's talking about and was able to guide me through brushes, foundations, eyeshadow (Smokey eye and cut crease), lips and brows.”
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