I have found the institute of beauty & makeup courses very good I love the courses very interesting & informative I plan on doing more in the future,the customer service is excellent...I would highly... See more
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This is a complete waste of time - don't waste your money! It was an annoying robotic voice, no clear visuals, extremely basic! You can pick far more up from YouTube for free. Extremely disappointing... See more
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I've been tempted for a while to get into gel manicures, and I'm so glad I finally took the plunge. This company has been absolutely fantastic from the start! Their online study program is incredibl... See more
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So pleased! Been tempted for a while to get into gel manicures and this company has been fantastic. The online study is perfect for those who have busy lives. The tutoring is informative and easy t... See more
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Institute of Beauty & Makeup is one of the best options to study professional makeup. Courses we offer are aimed at people who want to take their first steps or for those who already have experience and want to acquire more techniques.
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60 Cannon St, EC4N 6NP, London, United Kingdom
- 039238705
- info@ibeautymakeup.co.uk
- ibeautymakeup.co.uk
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I have found the institute of beauty & makeup courses very good I love the courses very interesting & informative I plan on doing more in the future,the customer service is excellent...I would highly recommend the institute of beauty & makeup 10 out of 10 ! 😊
October 22, 2025
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This is a complete waste of time
This is a complete waste of time - don't waste your money! It was an annoying robotic voice, no clear visuals, extremely basic! You can pick far more up from YouTube for free.
Extremely disappointing!
October 14, 2025
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Thank you, Danni! Wishing you every success ahead!
– The Institute of Beauty & Makeup Team
Very easy to complete in my own time
October 11, 2025
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Thank you, Tiarna!
We're happy to hear you found the course easy to complete at your own pace. Wishing you all the best in your future endeavours!
– The Institute of Beauty & Makeup Team
Well structured and flexible learning
The nail technician e-course was very well structured. I appreciated the flexibility to study at my own pace, and the instructions were clear and easy to follow. The recap sections were especially helpful for reinforcing what I had learned.
September 28, 2025
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Thank you, Jushka!
We're so glad you enjoyed the structure and flexibility of the course. It's great to hear the recap sections were helpful too. Wishing you continued success in your journey!
– The Institute of Beauty & Makeup Team
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Thank you so much for your kind words, Lucy!
We're thrilled to hear you feel confident and found the course informative. Wishing you all the best in your beauty journey!
– The Institute of Beauty & Makeup Team
DONT BOTHER!
DONT BOTHER!
Invest your money and time into a more pricey course!
As a beautician of 6+ years I wanted to start offering facial treatments again, as I haven’t offered these type of treatments since qualifying 8 years ago I thought I’d book this basic facial course through Wowcher as a recap for £9 (was apparently £££ if not booked through Wowcher)
Firstly the website was very slow working and hard to navigate. Didn’t teach me anything about the facial itself and products to use or recommend products, it just went over skin conditions and infection which as a beautician I already knew!!!
Wasn’t worth £9 never mind £££!!!!
September 25, 2025
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Dear KMay,
We’re sorry to hear about your frustration. However, we do not accept false claims directed at our platform. We previously reached out to you via Trustpilot requesting your details, but unfortunately, we have not received any response.
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Without this information, we are unable to assist you further. We hope you understand the importance of fair and accurate communication, and we trust you will not make unsupported claims in the future without proper documentation.
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Thank you so much for your kind review, Elle! We're glad you found it really easy to do. 🌟
Wishing you all the best on your beauty journey!
– The Institute of Beauty & Makeup Team
DO NOT PURCHASE
DO NOT PURCHASE
says the course was £10 i paid it to then be told i cant access the course until i pay £23. complete rip off
August 19, 2025
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Dear Lucy,
We’re sorry to hear about your frustration. However, we do not accept false claims directed at our platform. We previously reached out to you via Trustpilot requesting your details, but unfortunately, we have not received any response.
To properly investigate your concern, please provide the following:
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Without this information, we are unable to assist you further. We hope you understand the importance of fair and accurate communication, and we trust you will not make unsupported claims in the future without proper documentation.
– The Institute of Beauty & Makeup Team
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Informative and easy to use course
July 8, 2025
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Thank you for your lovely feedback, Ami! We're so pleased to hear you found the course informative and easy to use.
– The Institute of Beauty & Makeup Team
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Great course
I've been tempted for a while to get into gel manicures, and I'm so glad I finally took the plunge. This company has been absolutely fantastic from the start! Their online study program is incredibly well-designed—perfect for anyone with a busy lifestyle. The flexibility allows me to learn at my own pace, and the resources are super easy to follow, even for beginners. I’m feeling more confident with each step and can’t wait to keep improving. Highly recommend for anyone considering a start in gel nails!
August 7, 2025
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Reply from Institute of Beauty & Makeup
Thank you so much for your amazing review, Lucy!
We're thrilled to hear that you're enjoying the course and finding it flexible and beginner-friendly — that's exactly what we aim for. It’s fantastic to know you’re gaining confidence with each step.
Keep up the great work, and we can’t wait to see how far you go with your gel nail journey!
If you ever need support, we’re here for you.
Warm regards,
The Institute of Beauty & Makeup Team
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thank you so much for this brilliant…
thank you so much for this brilliant online course , take me just 1 hours to learn and do the test. I highly recommended this course to another people.
Thank you
August 5, 2025
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Thank you so much for your kind words, DAYANA J!
We're thrilled to hear that you found the course brilliant and easy to follow. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we're so glad it met your expectations. Wishing you continued success on your learning journey!
Warm regards,
The Institute of Beauty & Makeup Team
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Brilliant course
Brilliant course, contains a lot of information, have a note book to hand. Highly recommend
July 23, 2025
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Thank you so much, Emma , for your kind words and recommendation!
If you ever need support or want to explore more courses, we’re always here for you. Wishing you continued success on your learning journey!
Warm regards,
The Institute of Beauty & Makeup Team
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Thank you so much, Gemma, for your kind words and recommendation!
If you ever need support or want to explore more courses, we’re always here for you. Wishing you continued success on your learning journey!
Warm regards,
The Institute of Beauty & Makeup Team
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Highly recommend this it was…
Highly recommend this it was straightforwards and very easy to understand
July 15, 2025
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Thank you so much for your kind words, Jaimie!
We're thrilled to hear that you found the course straightforward and easy to follow. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we're so glad it met your expectations. Wishing you continued success on your learning journey!
Warm regards,
The Institute of Beauty & Makeup Team
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So pleased!
So pleased!
Been tempted for a while to get into gel manicures and this company has been fantastic. The online study is perfect for those who have busy lives. The tutoring is informative and easy to follow. Even better that I'm now formally accredited in Gel Manicures and Nail Artistry.
July 7, 2025
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Reply from Institute of Beauty & Makeup
Hi Rosie,
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback — we’re absolutely thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the course!
It’s amazing to know that we could support you in taking that step into gel manicures, especially with a busy schedule. Huge congratulations on becoming formally accredited in Gel Manicures and Nail Artistry — we’re so proud to have been part of your journey!
Wishing you all the best as you put your new skills to work
Warm regards,
The Institute of Beauty & Makeup Team
I have been with I beauty makeup for 2…
I have been with I beauty makeup for 2 weeks, And i have to say its an amazing company. i opted for the lifetime access which means i can study any course for my entire lifetime! my business is forever growing so for me this this is just amazing. A big thank you to one of the online operators David Shaw for helping and guiding me with any questions i have had.
i cant wait to start focusing on more courses. and the best thing is, this company doesnt just offer beauty courses but courses in psychology, marketing, nutrition, education, mental health, interior design. so many career paths linked in one place.
July 7, 2025
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Hi Benjamin,
Thank you so much for your amazing review — it truly means a lot to us!
We’re so happy to hear that you’re enjoying your experience with us and that lifetime access is proving to be a great fit for your growing business. That’s exactly why we created it — so learners like you can explore, grow, and evolve on your own terms.
Also, we’ll definitely pass along your kind words to David Shaw — he’ll be thrilled to know he made a difference!
We’re excited for you to dive into even more courses across all those diverse subjects. Keep learning, keep growing — we’re here with you every step of the way.
Warmest wishes,
The Institute of Beauty & Makeup Team
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Dear Georgia,
Thank you so much for your kind words and wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you loved the course and are continuing your learning journey with us.
If there's anything you need along the way, we're always here to support you!
Warm regards,
The Institute of Beauty & Makeup Team
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really easy
June 30, 2025
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Thank you, Reayah, for your feedback!
We're glad to hear you found the course really easy to follow. If there's anything we can do to make your learning experience even better, feel free to let us know. Keep up the great work!
The Institute of Beauty & Makeup Team
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Really good and easy course
June 26, 2025
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Reply from Institute of Beauty & Makeup
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the course and found it easy to follow.
Best regards,
The Institute of Beauty & Makeup Team
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