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Frequently Asked Questions

• What hair styling techniques are covered in the available courses?

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  Our Hair & Makeup Courses cover a range of techniques including French braids, Dutch braids, fishtail braids, waterfall braids, and 1950s vintage waves using hot rollers and brick sets. The Hair Braiding 101 course teaches multiple braiding styles suitable for different occasions, from casual to formal events. For professional stylists, we offer foundation cut and colour courses, barbering techniques for men's hairdressing, and specialized CPR colour system training covering formulation, developer selection, grey coverage, lightening, and toning.

• Are there makeup courses suitable for beginners with no prior experience?

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  Yes. Multiple courses are designed for beginners with no experience required. These include the Makeup Contour & Highlight Workshop, the 10-week Introduction to Makeup Short Course, and the Makeup Workshop by DASH. The DIY skincare and natural beauty workshops are also completely beginner-friendly. All courses provide hands-on instruction and many include take-home materials such as makeup handbooks and recipe booklets.

• What skincare products can I make in these workshops?

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  Our skincare workshops teach you to make 3-4 products depending on the course. Common products include face cleansers, moisturizers, face serums, body oils, lip balms, face masks, body scrubs, deodorant, makeup removers, and massage oils. Many workshops use organic and vegan ingredients. For example, the DIY Organic Skincare Essentials Workshop focuses on a handmade Beauté Chic collection, while Natural Skincare workshops cover hydrating, warming, nourishing, and detox formulations.

• How long are the hair and makeup courses, and what class sizes are offered?

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  Course lengths vary. The 1950s Vintage Hair & Makeup is a 4-hour event. Most workshops run 2-3 hours, while the 10-week Introduction to Makeup Short Course meets one day per week over ten weeks. The Beauty & Styling Program by DASH is a 2-day intensive covering 11 hours total. Many courses maintain small batch sizes of maximum 8-10 participants to ensure personalized instruction.

• Do courses include materials and take-home products?

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  Yes. Most courses include all materials and equipment during the session. Participants typically take home finished products they've created, such as skincare items, perfumes, or styling tools they've used. The 10-week Makeup Short Course provides a makeup pack including makeup brushes and lashes. Skincare workshops often include recipe booklets with all formulations covered. Some courses like the Makeup Workshop by DASH recommend bringing your own makeup and brushes, with instructors supplementing what you don't have.

• What professional certifications or qualifications do the instructors have?

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  Instructors include experienced professionals such as vintage stylists, award-winning makeup artists (including Top 10 Makeup Artists Australia-wide and 2-time ABIA award winners), experienced braiding teachers, and professionals with 20+ years in natural health and cosmetics industries. The Makeup Workshop by DASH is led by a two-time ABIA award winner and Top 10 Makeup Artist. Perfume courses are taught by instructors trained by founders and studied under world-renowned perfumers.