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Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about makeup lessons, brand and photography makeup, bridal and occasion makeup, More Than Makeup, corporate confidence experiences and booking with Jody. Can’t find what you’re looking for? Get in touch.
Learn Your Own Face: Makeup Lesson FAQs
Common questions about Jody’s one-to-one makeup lessons, tailored to you and your skin, whatever stage of life you’re at.
My Learn Your Own Face makeup lessons are designed for women who want to feel more confident doing their own makeup. Many of my clients are women in their 40s, 50s and beyond who feel the makeup techniques and products they’ve used for years no longer work for their changing skin, features or lifestyle.
Absolutely not. Some clients wear makeup every day, while others have barely worn it for years. Your lesson is completely tailored to you, your confidence level and what you want to learn.
Yes, this is one of my specialisms. At 49 myself, I understand that our skin, features and relationship with makeup change. I’ll show you how to enhance your features without feeling heavy, overly made-up or unlike yourself.
We’ll create a look that works for your face, lifestyle and personal style. Depending on what you need help with, we can cover skincare preparation, base, concealer, brows, eyes, blush, bronzer, lips, application techniques and how to make your makeup last.
Yes, bring your current makeup bag if you have one. We can look at what you already own, what works, what doesn’t and what may be missing. You’ll also have access to products from my professional kit, so you can discover new options without being tied to one particular makeup brand.
Yes. Your makeup bag edit is incorporated into your lesson, so we can review the products you already own alongside learning techniques that work for you. We’ll identify what is useful, what may no longer suit you and where there may be gaps in your routine.
Absolutely. If you’ve accumulated products but still feel like you have “nothing that works”, we can simplify your collection and give you clarity about what you actually need.
Definitely not. The aim is to help you use what you already have wherever possible and only recommend replacements or additions where they will genuinely benefit you.
Yes. Many women find that products they loved in their 20s and 30s don’t sit or look the same as their skin changes. I can help you understand which textures, shades and formulas may work better for you now.
You won’t need to. After your lesson, you’ll receive a personalised digital guide together with links to the products we used, so you can recreate your look at home.
No. I’m not affiliated with one particular makeup brand, so my recommendations are based on what genuinely works for you and your budget. Wherever possible, we’ll make the most of products you already own.
Yes. If you’d like further support after your lesson, a virtual shopping add-on will be available to help you find and purchase products that suit your skin, colouring, lifestyle and budget. This is separate from the makeup lesson and can be booked when you need it.
Lessons take place at my private makeup studio in Kettering, Northamptonshire.
Yes. A personalised makeup lesson makes a lovely gift, particularly for milestone birthdays, Mother’s Day or someone who deserves a confidence boost.
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Brand & Photography Makeup FAQs
Questions about makeup for brand shoots, headshots and professional photography.
This service is perfect for business owners, entrepreneurs, executives and professionals who need to look confident and polished for brand photography, headshots, PR, websites, LinkedIn or other professional imagery.
You are definitely not alone. A huge part of my job is helping you feel comfortable and confident before you step in front of the camera. The aim isn’t to make you look like somebody else, it’s to help you feel like the best, most confident version of yourself.
No. Photography makeup needs to work both in front of the camera and in real life. I tailor your makeup to your features, colouring, skin and the style of your shoot, creating a polished finish that still looks like you.
Yes. Where required, we can make changes to your makeup throughout the shoot to complement different outfits, settings or aspects of your personal brand.
Absolutely. I regularly work as part of an all-female creative team alongside photographers and stylists, and I’m equally happy to work with your own photographer or creative team.
Yes. I can travel for brand shoots and photography bookings. Travel requirements and costs will depend on the location and timings of your shoot.
Yes. I can provide makeup for individual corporate headshots as well as larger team or company photography days.
Bridal & Occasion Makeup FAQs
Questions about bridal makeup, trials and makeup for special occasions.
Yes. I create beautiful, modern bridal makeup designed to make you feel confident, polished and completely yourself on your wedding day.
I work with brides of all ages, with particular experience in makeup for women in their 40s, 50s and beyond. My approach is about enhancing rather than masking, with careful consideration given to skin texture and changing features.
Yes, that’s incredibly important to me. We’ll create a look that feels special enough for your wedding day while still feeling authentically you.
Yes. Your trial gives us time to discuss your wedding, dress, personal style and how you normally wear your makeup before creating and refining your bridal look.
Yes. Makeup can also be booked for bridesmaids, mothers of the bride or groom and other members of your wedding party, subject to timings and availability.
Yes. Wedding-day makeup can be provided at your chosen preparation location or venue. Travel costs may apply depending on location.
Yes. Occasion makeup is available for parties, special birthdays, awards, black-tie events, race days, graduations and other occasions when you want to look and feel your best.
More Than Makeup FAQs
Questions about the philosophy behind Addicted to Face.
For me, makeup has never simply been about how somebody looks. It’s about how they feel. More Than Makeup represents the confidence, connection and transformation that can happen when a woman takes time to rediscover herself.
More Than Makeup is the philosophy behind Addicted to Face rather than simply another makeup service. It reflects my belief that makeup can be a powerful tool for confidence, particularly during periods of change in our lives.
Makeup is at the heart of what I do, but confidence is at the heart of why I do it. Whether I’m teaching a woman to do her own makeup, preparing her for a brand shoot or working with women through events and experiences, the goal is always to help her feel confident in the person looking back at her.
Corporate Makeup & Confidence Experience FAQs
Questions about makeup and confidence experiences for businesses, women’s networks and organisations.
I create makeup, personal image and confidence experiences for businesses, women’s networks, leadership programmes, employee wellbeing initiatives and corporate events.
Experiences can be tailored to your organisation and can include interactive makeup masterclasses, confidence sessions, professional image experiences, talks, demonstrations and bespoke events for groups of women.
No. Makeup can be part of the experience, but the wider focus is confidence, personal presence and helping women feel more comfortable and assured in how they show up professionally and personally.
Yes. Corporate sessions can be tailored around your audience, objectives, group size, available time and budget.
Yes. They work particularly well for women’s networks, wellbeing events, International Women’s Day activities, leadership communities and organisations looking for engaging ways to support women’s confidence and personal development.
Yes. For selected experiences, I collaborate with other female specialists across areas such as personal styling, professional presence and confidence, allowing us to create more comprehensive experiences for women.
Yes. Corporate experiences can be delivered at workplaces, event venues and other suitable locations, depending on the requirements of your organisation.
General & Booking FAQs
Questions about location, booking and getting in touch.
Addicted to Face is based in Kettering, Northamptonshire, with a private studio for makeup lessons and selected appointments. I also travel for weddings, brand shoots, corporate events and other bookings.
As well as Kettering and Northamptonshire, I work with clients from surrounding areas and travel further afield for selected bookings, weddings, brand shoots and corporate work.
Simply get in touch through the website enquiry form with the service you’re interested in and your preferred dates. I’ll then confirm availability and the next steps.
A deposit is required to secure most bookings. The amount and payment schedule will depend on the service booked and will be confirmed when you enquire.
Of course. Tell me a little about what you’re hoping to achieve and I’ll recommend the service that would suit you best.
No. I work with women of different ages, although makeup for women over 40 and women navigating changes in their skin, features, lifestyle or confidence is a particular area of expertise and something I’m passionate about.
Still Have a Question?
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