International Pathway Program – Certificate Course in Advance Cosmetology

Description

If you’re passionate about beauty and dream of building a successful career in the industry, the Cosmetology Course at Lakmē Academy Powered by Aptech is your ideal starting point. This advanced program helps you explore your creativity while gaining in-depth knowledge in skincare, haircare, makeup, grooming, and personality development. With a perfect balance of theory and practical training, you’ll develop the skills and confidence needed to stand out as a professional in the ever-growing beauty and wellness industry.

What sets this course apart is the global exposure it offers. You’ll have the unique opportunity to travel to Dubai and learn international techniques like SFX makeup, face and body painting, and global bridal styles from world-renowned trainers. The program goes beyond traditional training by incorporating the latest international beauty trends, preparing you for high-profile opportunities in films, fashion shows, photoshoots, and more. If you’re ready to take your talent global, this course will empower you to become a globally inspired cosmetologist ready to make your mark in the beauty world.

As a part of the foundation course, you will get complete guidance and practical training in

Understanding salon etiquette, hygiene and safety
Fire Safety
Application and practice of Shampoo & Conditioning
Fundamentals of Hair Spa & Oil Massage
Fundamentals of hair styling
Crimping techniques
Braid & Knot buns styling techniques
Classic hair cut techniques
Square Layers with Variations
Understanding the Colour Circle
Root Application
Client Consultation & care
Study of tools and sterilization
Hair Science - hair structure, growth, health, and care
Understanding and practice blow dry techniques
Head massage, its techniques, and effects
Styling tools & products
Different types of curls
Back combing and padding – styling techniques
Line haircuts – PEC of square, triangle and round
Triangle Layers with Variations
The hair and pigmentation
Global Application techniques
Communication Skills and understanding body language
Grooming & professional appearance required for hairstylists
Knowledge of haircuts
Straight Blow dry, Volume blow dry, Out curls, Directional blow dry
Haircare & Scalp treatments
Ironing & Tonging procedures
Basic Styling – Parting, Creating Pouf, High and low ponytails, Braids - 3 strand braid, Fishtail, Rope, French, Dutch, Waterfall and Pull through
Sculpting and creating S – waves bun hair styling
Procedure and technique of reverse Graduation (Forward Graduation)
Essentials and understanding colour basics
Application techniques
Classic Highlights
Role play

Introduction to salon industry & skin basics
Client Consultation & care
Pathology of skin and Contraindications
Trolley setting for waxing
Threading- Understanding Eyebrows and its various shapes
Bleaching - Understanding contraindications & safety measures before bleaching
Exfoliation & Extraction
Clean Up – Study of clean-up procedure as per skin type and condition
Application and practice of different types of facials
Client consultation & care
Understanding personal & workplace hygiene
Introduction to skin
Hair removal– depilation techniques – Waxing & Threading
Demonstration & Practice – client consultation & recommendation
Study of eyebrow shaping as per face shape
Client consultation, application and practice
Benefits & Usage of steamer
Massage – Facial and back massage
Hand & feet – Manicure & Pedicure
Salon Etiquette and Time Management
Functions of skin
Types of wax & its benefits, Learning - Steps of Waxing
Demonstration & Practice of waxing, post care
Threading – Eyebrows, chin, upper lip, face and forehead, and aftercare
Cleansing & Toning
Masque application – Understanding Demonstration & practice of face masque as per client’s skin type
Facial - Knowledge & benefits of basic facials
Relaxing Hand & Foot massage

History of Makeup
Understanding Colour Theory
Setting Up of Makeup Station & Consultation Area
Color Application techniques -Eye Shadow, Blushers, Lip Color
Types of eye makeup
Client Consultation techniques
Personal grooming, Hygiene & Makeup sanity
Facial Anatomy – Face Shapes and Structure
Study & Application of Flawless Base Techniques
Introduction to corrections – Corrective Makeup
Application and practice of different Makeup looks
Personality Development
Fundamentals of skin - Skin Analysis & Skin Types
Essentials for Makeup - Products, Tools & Brushes
Understanding Lighting - Contouring & Highlighting techniques
Application of false eyelashes & lenses
Groom Makeup

Decoding advanced hair cuts
Square Graduation
Short Round Layers
Tools & Preparation
Advanced hair colouring techniques
Understanding hair colour numbering system
SCHWARZKOPF – Product knowledge
Balayage Technique
Perming technique
Straightening/Smoothening
Touch up process
Product knowledge and advantages
Client consultation & Care
Case studies
Recap of Basic Cut & Explanation of Advance Cuts
Triangle Graduation
Variations in Graduation
Client consultation
Hair structure and colour pigments
Colouring ingredients
Global Pre-lightening
Ombre Technique
Winding with water perm
Product knowledge
Hair Botox treatment
Post care
Upselling and cross selling
Transient Length
Round Graduation
Understanding Men’s haircut & styling
Cutting techniques- Cutting with scissor, Cutting using a clipper/ buzzer, Scissor/Clipper over comb, Soft square haircut – Finger cutting
Study of Colour wheel
Usage of developers
Highlights with pre-Lightner then toning (neutralising shades)
Hair Texture and Shape
Different types of winding
Step by step process
Understanding Tressplex Collagen Treatment - Botoliss
Managing Client
Consultation question for services

Study of Anatomy & Physiology
Ageing of skin
Cosmetic Chemistry
Vacuum Suction
Ultrasonic
Skin Detoxifying Treatment
Anti - Ageing Treatment
Understanding of tools & Nail shapes
Knowledge & understanding of Body systems and its functions
Diet & Nutrition
Fundamental of Electricity
Galvanic Machine
Advanced Facial Treatments
Sensitive Skin Treatment
Advanced Masques
Fake Nail application, Cutting, Filing, and Colour Polish & French polish application
Skin histology & physiology
Skin Disorder & Diseases
Usage of Magnifying glass, Wood's lamp & Facial Steamer
High Frequency
Anti - Acne Treatment
Anti - Pigmentation Treatment and Anti - Tan Facials
Building salon clientele & rapport
Nail Art- Design

Advance Correction & Sculpting
Application of different types of Eyeliner & eye makeup Application
Nude Makeup Look
Latte Makeup with Matte Finish Base Look
Met Gala Look
Dusky Makeup With 3D Lips
Men Makeup Look – Kohl rimmed /Smudged/Colour Eyeshadow
Advance Groom Makeup
Global makeup Techniques – fantasy Makeup
Use of Highlighting & Contouring in sculpting
Understanding types of lip color application
Bridal - Classic Morning Bride Makeup Look, Regional Bride, Sangeet Bride, Queentessential Royal Bridal Makeup - Lakme Fashion Week Looks, Contemporary Bride
Contemporary Brown Smokey with Glossy Finish
Vintage Look with Period Styles
Waterproof Makeup
Advance Corrections and Sculpting
Hi-Definition Make-up
Creating Portfolio
Advanced Eyebrow corrections, Sculpting Eyes & Lips
Bridal Consultation & Skin Prep for Bridal Makeup
Glass Makeup Look
4 DIFFERENT STYLES OF EYE Glitter Makeup Look with Dewy Finish Base
Ramp Ready Makeup
Instagram Ready Look (based on viral trends)
Airbrush Techniques for Flawless Looks & Introduction to Ultimate Airbrush body art
Introduction to Photography, Film, Fashion and Glamour Make-up
Building salon clientele & Client Management

Fundamentals of SFX Makeup
Introduction To Body Art Makeup
Final Project & Professional Development
Dark Skin Bridal Makeup
Advanced Techniques & Character Makeup
Advanced Techniques & Design
European Bridal Makeup
Creating a Complete Look & Showcase
Special Effects & Body Art Application
Arabic Bridal Makeup

Duration & Eligibility

846 Hrs
Minimum qualification required is SSC (10th standard) pass or above. Valid Indian passport.

What Can You Become

Senior Beauty Therapist

Manicurist & Pedicurist

Nail Artist

Senior Makeup Artist

Senior Hairstylist

Film and Television Makeup Artist

Salon Manager

Entrepreneur

Beauty Educator