



Education with one of Sydney's leading Bridal & Fashion Makeup Artist
Learn directly from Carolina Bardalez Smith, Director of Cakeface by Caro and one of Sydney’s most trusted makeup artists.
Through Cakeface Education, Caro shares her signature techniques, refined approach, and over a decade of industry experience, teaching you exactly how she creates her most requested looks.
Whether you’re elevating your personal glam or stepping into the industry, each lesson is designed to build confidence, sharpen your skills, and give you real insight into both artistry and the business behind it.
Explore our upcoming courses & private lessons below and learn from the artist behind the brand.
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The Signatures
A Cakeface by Caro Look & Learn Experience
Date: 8th December | Duration: 5 Hours
Capacity: 12 Artists (intimate + premium)
Location: Cakeface Studios, Willoughby
Format: Look & Learn (Live Demonstration)
An intimate 5 hour masterclass where Caro shares her two most requested signature looks, breaking down the techniques, product choices, and structure behind her polished, high end finishes.
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Two full live demos (soft glam & full glam)
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In-depth product + technique breakdown
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Business & booking strategy session
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Lunch + refreshments
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Printed guide/workbook
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Certificate of attendance


Self Learn
Day class
Date: TBA | Duration: 4.5 Hours
Capacity: Intimate class of 6 students
Location: Cakeface Studios, Willoughby
Format: Hands On Workshop
An intimate, hands-on, tailored to each student class designed to refine your personal makeup application and build confidence in creating your own signature look.
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Skin preparation and product selection
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Creating a seamless, long-wear base
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Soft sculpting and enhancing your features
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Eye shaping and blending techniques
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Lash application and placement
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Lip layering and finishing details
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Adapting your look for different occasions
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Brushes, and products in our Goodie Bag from our Sponsors
12th July | The ultimate course to learn on yourself & perfect your makeup skills.
499 Australian dollars
Immersive 1 Day Pro Artist Course
Thursday's & Friday's
Duration: 6 Hours
Location: Cakeface Studios, Willoughby
Format: Hands On Workshop
Model Required | Makeup Kit Included
Take Your Makeup Career to the Next Level – Master 3 Signature Looks in One Session
Whether you’re ready to turn your passion for makeup into a career or you’re an existing artist looking to refine your skills, this immersive session is designed to give you the techniques, confidence and industry knowledge to elevate your artistry.
Learn three of Cakeface by Caro’s most sought-after makeup styles, while also gaining insight into the business and social media strategies behind building a successful career in the beauty industry.
Signature Glam
Master the signature Cakeface by Caro aesthetic- flawless skin, perfected complexion, defined glam eyes and a polished, long-lasting finish.
Creative Glam
Take your artistry further with a sultry smokey eye, learning how to create seamless blends, depth, dimension and a full-glam finish.
Bridal Perfection
Learn how to create polished, long-wearing bridal makeup, from soft and romantic to elevated bridal glam, with techniques designed to photograph beautifully and last throughout the day.
Your course also includes:
• A Beginner Makeup Kit to help you start building your professional kit
• Hands-on, personalised training with Caro
• Business strategies for building and growing your makeup business
• Social media guidance to attract clients, increase bookings and build your brand
• Caro’s personal product recommendations and professional kit essentials
• Certificate of Completion
Students are required to bring their own model for the practical component of the session.
Designed for both aspiring and established artists, this is more than a makeup lesson, it’s an immersive introduction to the artistry, business and industry knowledge behind building a successful career as a professional MUA.
Master 3 Signature Looks in One Session | Model Required
6 hr
1,599 Australian dollars

Education with one of Sydney's leading Bridal & Fashion Makeup Artist
Learn directly from Carolina Bardalez Smith, Director of Cakeface by Caro and one of Sydney’s most trusted makeup artists.
Through Cakeface Education, Caro shares her signature techniques, refined approach, and over a decade of industry experience, teaching you exactly how she creates her most requested looks.
Whether you’re elevating your personal glam or stepping into the industry, each lesson is designed to build confidence, sharpen your skills, and give you real insight into both artistry and the business behind it.
Explore our upcoming courses & private lessons below and learn from the artist behind the brand.
UPCOMING COURSES
12th July | The ultimate course to learn on yourself & perfect your makeup skills.
499 Australian dollars
Self Learn 1 Day Class
March 22nd - Class Enrollment NOW OPEN
$499
Duration - 5hrs
Lunch & Beverages Included
Intimate Class of 6
This class is designed for people who want to improve their makeup application on themselves. In this class you will learn the following:
- Introduction to Makeup & Product Knowledge
- Colour Matching to Your Skin Tone
- Correct Pre-Makeup Preparation for Your Face According to Your Skin Type
- How to's Get Long-Lasting Makeup
- How to Achieve a Flawless Base Application
- Cream Contour 101
- Correct Cream Blushing Application
- The Art of Correct Concealing
- Blending
- Correct Setting
- Powder Contouring & Blushing
- Baking
- Prepping your Eyes for Shadow Application
- In-depth Day & Evening Look
- Eyeliner Hacks
- Strip Lash Application
- Under Eye Shadow Application
- Highlighting
- Correct Brow Application tailored to your face
- How to get the Perfect Pout
- Quick Everyday Makeup Hacks
- A List of Carolina's Fave & Top-Rated Makeup Products & Why
Along with this class, students will receive a carefully curated 32 piece brush set, dimmable LED mirror, Melissa Sassine beauty blender, powder sponge, flat hair clips, mini essential shades shadow palette, luxury lashes, for each look, lash glue & brow soap Valued at $400 + more makeup goods from our sponsors.
Students will be provided with a checklist of what they need to bring on the day.
1:1 Private Lessons
Suitable for people wishing to learn or perfect their own make up - Group of 2
1 hr
750 Australian dollarsSuitable for MUA's wishing to learn and perfect makeup application. Model Required
2 hr
699 Australian dollars




