I paid $280 for a makeup class?
I paid $280 for a makeup class, and honestly—it felt like a bit of a splurge. But I’ve always wanted to learn how to properly do my makeup. Most of the time, I was just putting on random colours and hoping it looked decent enough to head out.
I first came across Yun who does makeup on Lemon8, and her work really caught my eye. After scrolling through her Instagram, I was quite convinced by her style.
The class size was small—only three of us—and we didn’t know each other, so it felt a little awkward at first. But that also meant we got a lot of attention from the instructor. She was very clear in her instructions and rotated between us to demonstrate each step. With just three people, it was easy to see everything up close, which I really appreciated. The pace was comfortable too—not rushed, but not too slow.
One thing to note: there were no notes provided on the day itself but she shared what are the products used and gave simple notes after the class —but to be honest, just a few days later, I already don’t feel 100% confident remembering all the steps. I’ll have to figure things out as I go and keep practising!
After watching her demonstrate, we got to try one or two steps ourselves before moving on. She gave personalised advice based on our features. For example, I have single eyelids, so she adjusted the eye makeup technique to suit my eye shape, which was really helpful!
At the end, we even got a small gift pouch to bring home—such a nice touch! I’m actually quite excited now to get my own makeup products and start practising more regularly.
I think it was a good starting point for someone like me who had no idea where to begin.
When deciding whether to invest $280 in a makeup class like this, it's natural to wonder if it really pays off. For me, the key value was the personalized attention from the instructor, especially since the class size was so intimate with only three people. This setup made it easy to ask questions and get specific advice tailored to my features, such as techniques for single eyelids — something I struggled with before. I also appreciated the comfortable pace; not too rushed to feel overwhelmed, but engaging enough to keep me focused. Although there were no physical notes given during the class, the instructor emailed a short product list and some reminders afterward, which helped me revisit what I learned. Still, I plan to keep practising regularly to build confidence. One tip for others considering such a class: think about your learning style. If you absorb information best through hands-on guidance and real-time feedback, the price might be worth it for the boost in skills and motivation. The small gift pouch at the end was a nice bonus that made the class feel special. Overall, while $280 felt like a splurge at first, the experience motivated me to upgrade my makeup routine with more knowledge and practice. If you're serious about improving your makeup skills and appreciate detailed, personal instruction, a class like this can be a valuable investment. For casual learners or those on a budget, watching tutorials online may be a good starting point.
Thanks so much for your detailed review❤️ I really appreciate you sharing this! I get how it can be hard to remember all the steps after the lesson, and i will be improving on this so it’s easier for everyone to revise and revisit😊