Filling your kit as a makeup artist is a long and expensive task. Let's be honest, makeup isn't the cheapest thing in the world, and when you're buying products in multiple shades to be able to cater to a diverse clientele, it can take a real toll on your bank balance.
Luckily for MUAs, a load of your favourite beauty brands offer special discounts and perks to makeup professionals. We've rounded up some of the best offers you should be taking advantage of…
Benefit Pro offers 40% off all Benefit products, as well as 15% off their in-store services. The Pro membership is free to join, providing you can submit three pieces of professional certification (as listed on thier website).
Bobbi Brown's members-only programme is available for make-up artists, make-up students and industry professionals. The free two-tier programme provides a 20% discount for students and 35% for MUAs and industry pros, which can be redeemed online or at the Bobbi Brown Studios.
Darlings, Charlotte Tilbury's Pro programme provides students and pros with 30% off make-up and skincare. Members can also enjoy exclusive offers and content, along with invitations to pro events and masterclasses.
Crown offers a range of benefits to its members, including exclusive promotions and product offerings, and introductory pricing on new products. Also, product previews and promotional items. A copy of photo identification and one professional document are required to be included with the application.
Offering a 20% to customers signed up to its Pro Membership, Danessa Myricks asks for proof of identification and education in its application.
Founded by 'The Patron Saint of Blusher', Daniel Sandler Cosmetic's line of multi-use make-up is available at a 20% discount to MUAs who are part of its Professional Artist Discount scheme, as well as exclusive promotional offers every season. Students can also apply for a discount.
The Delilah MUA scheme offers 30% off all Delilah products. The MUA membership is free to join and MUAs can enjoy exclusive offers for bridal and make-up clients, as well as content opportunities by simply applying here.
Known for thier 'Cake Eyeliners', chrome liquid liners, and bold brand collaborations – like this one with Teletubbies – Glisten Cosmetics offer 35% off to MUAs who apply through this link.
Glo Skin Beauty offers up to 50% off RRP with a Glo Professional account. The only requirement? A Level 3 or higher qualification from a recognised body (VTCT, BTEC, ITEC, NVQ, etc.) You can register here.
MUAs can get a 30% discount on Hourglass products by becoming an Hourglass Pro member, while students get 20% off their purchases. Both students and pros also get early access to new product launches and exclusive events and masterclasses.
The viral makeup brand has yet to launch its Pro Club, but fans can be assured that it is on the way, according to its website.
Kryolan's Pro Card gives MUAs a 20% discount in all participating stores across the world.
Lola's Lashes offers a 60% discount to all MUAs when purchasing 20 pairs of its strip lashes or more.
Professional MUAs have always been at the heart of Mac, so it comes as no surprise that the brand looks after MUAs.
With three tiers – artists (MUAs), insiders (pros in the industry including photographers and nail techs) and students – there's a bunch of exclusive offers.
All three tiers benefit from invites to pro-only events and masterclasses, and exclusive communications from the brands. In terms of discount, artists can take 35% off products in-store and online, whilst insiders and students get 25% off.
Makeup by Mario's members-only programme delivers education and exclusive discounts. Pro members recieve a 30% discount and apprentices can get 20% off products.
The scheme also offers exclusive education and products for members. Applications are available on the website.
My Kit Co. offers all MUAs who submit proof of work a 20% discount across its range of tools and bags.
Like MAC, Nars has three levels to its pro offering.
Apprentice, for students and assistants in creative industries get a 25% discount. For those who are part of the Industry level, which are those working in bridal, film, theatre and television, there's a 30% discount and celebrity, agency represented, lead editorial and department head MUAs get a 40% discount on Nars products.
Sculpted by Aimee offers a 25% discount on every order for make-up artists who apply to their scheme. The application asks for relevant information, inclduing qualifications and work history.
Sigma Pros receive a 40% discount when shopping online, as well as opportunities to be featured on the brand's social media platforms, first access to new launches and exclusive tips and tricks from other pro artists. Students and creative professionals can also join the Sigma Pro programme.
Stila's Pro-Artist Programme gives all qualified members 30% discount on selected products, as well as future access to offers and promotions.
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