Private Makeup Lessons & Group Classes
Transform your daily routine from frustrating to fabulous with personalized, one-on-one makeup instruction
Does This Sound Like Your Morning Routine?
You stand in front of the mirror every morning with a drawer full of makeup, feeling completely lost. Maybe you bought that expensive foundation everyone raved about, but it looks terrible on you. Or you’ve watched countless YouTube tutorials, but somehow your eyeshadow still looks creased by lunchtime.
You want to look polished and put-together, but between work, family, and everything else on your plate, who has time to become a makeup expert? You’re tired of wasting money on products that don’t work and feeling like you’re the only woman who never quite figured this whole makeup thing out.
You’re Definitely not alone if you’re thinking:
Ready to Finally Master Your Makeup?
Private makeup lessons are honestly one of my favorite services to offer because I get to watch that lightbulb moment when everything finally clicks. Whether you’re looking to understand the right order of application, discover the best shades for your skin tone, or find products that truly work for you—my private lessons are completely tailored to your unique needs.
This isn’t about transforming you into someone else. It’s about enhancing the beautiful features you already have and giving you the confidence that comes with knowing exactly what you’re doing every morning.
perfect for:
- Makeup beginners who want to start with good habits
- Busy professionals needing a quick, polished routine
- Anyone tired of wasting money on wrong products
- Women wanting age-appropriate makeup techniques
you'll learn
- Proper application order and techniques
- What products are best for your coloring and skin type
- The 5-minute face v. Special occasion
- How to make your makeup last all day
How Your Private Lesson Works?
A personalized experience designed around your lifestyle, goals, and current skill level
01
Makeup Audit & Assessment
You’ll bring in all your current makeup and brushes, and together we’ll sort through everything—editing, tossing what’s no longer serving you, and finding fresh uses for what you already own.
03
Hands-On Learning
I’ll then guide you step-by-step through creating a beautiful, versatile Day-to-Night look that feels effortless and elevated. I’ll do one side of your face, and you will do the other!
02
Figure out what your makeup wardrobe needs
We’ll analyze your lifestyle needs, how much time you give yourself in the mirror, and what does your skin and coloring require
04
Personalized Routine Creation
We’ll create both a quick 5-minute routine for busy mornings and a more polished look for special occasions—all customized to your features and lifestyle.
Everything You’ll Take Home
More than just a lesson—you’ll leave with everything you need to succeed
brush set
Brand new quality brushes, plus brush cleaner, cleaning mat, and makeup sponge
personalized face chart
Your custom face map with product placement, product recommendations, & step-by-step notes
curated shopping lists
Specific product recommendations across all price points, from luxury to drugstore dupes
lasting confidence
The skills and knowledge to recreate your looks at home, plus the confidence to experiment
FaceTime Follow-Up
Complimentary follow-up session to answer questions and perfect your technique—your makeup buddy guru for life!
Why Private Lessons Change Everything
Immediate Results
Walk out the same day looking and feeling more confident. No more mornings spent frustrated in front of the mirror—you'll know exactly what to do.
Saves Money Long-Term
Stop buying products that don't work for you. My recommendations are based on your specific skin, coloring, and lifestyle needs.
Completely Personalized
This isn't a one-size-fits-all tutorial. Every technique, product recommendation, and tip is customized specifically for you.
Professional Expertise
Learn from someone with 18+ years of experience and a Fine Arts background who understands color, lighting, and what actually works.
Professional Product Knowledge
I work with Trish McEvoy products and can place custom orders for you, I also love suggesting other top-tier brands and budget-friendly drugstore dupes that perform beautifully.
- Trish McEvoy
- Charlotte Tilbury
- Patrick Ta
- Makeup by Mario
- Drugstore Dupes
- Budget-Friendly Options
my product philosphy:
Great makeup doesn’t have to break the bank. I’ll show you which high-end products are worth the splurge and which drugstore alternatives perform just as well. You’ll leave with options for every budget.
Love Notes From Clients.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. How far in advance should I book?
Q. Do you travel to my location?
Private lessons and groups up to six are done at my studio in Historic Newport, KY. 937 Hamlet Street, which has perfect lighting and all the tools we need for the best learning experience. But can discuss on-site events for larger groups or corporate trainings.
Q. How long are the lessons?
Q. How should I prepare?
Come with clean makeup free skin. Also, bring your current makeup, skincare routine and brushes/tools.
Q. Can I buy the products you recommend?
Yes! I can place any Trish McEvoy orders but will also give you a detailed shopping list for any other products.
Private Makeup Classes
$275
2 hours of personalized instruction plus take-home tools
Includes all brushes, tools, face chart, shopping recommendations, & complimentary FaceTime follow-up lesson
private class details:
- 1-1 at my studio in Newport
- Takes 2-2.5 hours of fun learning together
- Makeup audit and edit
- Step-by-step makeup instruction
- Detailed facechart
- Shopping recommendations (Trish McEvoy products orders can be placed)
- Follow-up facetime lesson
Group Makeup Classes
$450
Up to 6 people, 2-2.5 hours of group instruction
Includes all makeup, tools, brushes and everyone leaves with a face chart and shopping recs
Perfect for friends, family, book clubs, or any group looking for a fun beauty experience together.
Group Class Details:
- 2-6 clients at my studio in Newport, KY
- Can accommodate larger groups at on-site locations
- Takes 2-2.5 hours of fun learning together
- Step-by-step makeup instruction for everyone
- All makeup and tools provided during class
- Everyone leaves with face chart and shopping recommendations (work a lot with Trish McEvoy products, but can make other fave recs and share drugstore dupes
- Time to purchase products at the end of class
Contact for pricing
Do you need a fun team building activity? Does your company want to update their grooming standards? The uniform isn’t just about the outfit.
Leyla Shay Beauty can provide customized makeup lessons for corporate groups and small businesses, helping teams achieve polished, professional looks that align with workplace appearance standards.
Perfect for:
- Team building activities
- Professional development workshops
- Updating grooming standards
- Client-facing teams
What We'll Cover:
- Professional makeup application
- Workplace-appropriate looks
- Quick touch-up techniques
- Building confidence and team morale
- Can create custom logo’d Makeup kits for teams/clients
Read to Update Your Makeup Routine?
Stop feeling frustrated every morning. Let's create a routine that makes you feel confident and beautiful every single day.