Shannon Bouwer – Bosch
My name is Shannon and I am 23 years old. As a young woman with a passion for beauty, I have solidified myself in cosmetic retail for Lancôme, a globally recognized skincare, fragrance and make- up brand, after doing a full-time make-up course with Irina Grant as my mentor. At Make-up Stars, we were a small class that got on well and each of us was given the necessary attention. I learnt too much in a short period of time and my skills became undeniably better after just two months. We covered looks from the ’20s till now, different applications of eye shadow, stage make-up and even the basics of hairstyling. Irina was a fantastic mentor and having her teach us was an absolute pleasure. Building a career in cosmetics can be intimidating, but being shown the different options helped me a lot and getting an insight to what type of work I would be doing made me see where I could fit in best and use my different skills doing what I love and what I am passionate about.
Jeanerien Barnard
At Make-up Stars Cape Town, they really do teach you to shine. I would not be where am today if it wasn’t for Irina teaching me. I’ve worked at Urban Decay and now I’m at Dior. My skill developed through her mentoring me. Best school in the world.
Qaanita Orrie
I really had the best time as a student at Make-up Stars Cape Town! I learnt SO much from Irina, thank you!
Taylor Smith
Studying makeup with Irina Grant at Make-up Stars Cape Town changed my life. Irina’s passion and teaching ability unlocked in me a genuine love for makeup, and the skills I gained ensured I was able to enter the industry with complete confidence. A few months after completing the course, I began working for MAC cosmetics, and through MAC I had the privilege of working at the Mercedes Benz and Lexus Fashion Weeks. You are in great hands with Irina. She’s excellent.
Kally Boyiatjis
I completed a course in bridal and fashion makeup and have not looked back! I’d studied and worked in London prior to coming to Cape Town and I can truly say that Irina’s classes are on par with the methods of teaching in London. The school environment is very pleasant, new, clean, and professional. The teachers are experienced. I recommend this school to any young or old person who wants the best knowledge and experience in the industry. I have not stopped working since my diploma and I am truly grateful for my time at this school.
Lize-Mari du Preez
You learn so much information on color matching and skin compatibility. By the time Irina has taught you everything, practicing comes naturally. Your learning to working time could be almost immediate after you get your certificate. I would recommend this school to anyone – from learning how to do your own makeup to working in the industry.
Liese Marais
I would just like to take this moment to thank Make-up Stars Cape Town and Irina Grant for their expertise and knowledge about the makeup industry. After attending the full-time makeup course, I gained much more confidence in my own skills and today I’m a makeup artist and supervisor of one of the world’s leading makeup brands.
Dominic Jones
Patient, kind, and constructive along with useful, timeless tips and a genuine desire to see one succeed – that’s how I describe Irina. I have gone from being in the shadows (excuse the pun) to shining like a star – without highlighter! I still have so much to learn and I know that Make-up Stars Cape Town will be my learning facility of choice. Always. Thank you all so much and a special thanks to Irina, you believed in me and made me realise what’s possible. I hold you in the brightest of lights.
Sue Ellen
I would like to thank Make-up Stars Cape Town for an amazing course, I had so much fun and learned a lot. The whole experience was just fantastic. I would also like to thank my teacher Irina Grant for being so absolutely wonderful. I would recommend Make-up Stars Cape Town to anyone, any day.