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I searched the forum for this topic with no luck.Has anyone posted a list of discounts for pros? Crystals site used to have a big list but I can't find it http://www.makeuphairandstyling.com/home/ I ask as I toss the renewal for a MAC card in the trash(35$ a year my a$$, to shop at your store!) I know some department stores counters will (stila, benefit, urban....) but some times it's just 20%. I wish Sephora would offer one, one stop shopping would be great. I think most of my buying will be at the Passadena make-up show this month. http://www.makeupartistshow.com/ Jun 09 06 12:50 pm Link I don't have the phone numbers with me but I can tell you who offers one and it's easy to find the corp. contact info on the web. Off the top of my head I have: Stila (but the discount is in limbo since the brand is changing ownership) Nars call New York Make Up Forever call New York boutique Lorac Shu Uemura Laura Mercier Benefit They all have requirements to qualify but it's a breeze for working artists Jun 09 06 03:21 pm Link I could have -sworn- I'd posted this here, but I did a search too and didn't find it. Anyhow, here it is again: The information required on your part varies from company to company. Some are very stringent in their requirements. Almost all companies require that purchases are made via fax or phone. BeneFit- Mail or fax copy of license & contact information to: BeneFit Cosmetics re: makeup artist program 685 Market St. 7th floor San Francisco, CA 94105 fax: (415) 781-3930 Cinema Secrets- 10% discount. Call their number (818-846-0579) to ask for the makeup artist discount when ordering. Lorac- 40% discount, provide union card, resume, certification, etc. Discount applicable to mail order only (800-845-0705). Fax information to 818-678-3930 Makeup Forever- 35% discount. Fax info (for US residents) to 212-925-9561. Call 212-941-9337 for more info. NARS- 30% discount. Email [email protected] for application form and requirements. Smashbox- 35% discount WE REQUIRE ONE OF THE FOLLOWING: Agency card with photo id Professional tear sheet with your name on it with photo id Valid union card with your photo id -OR- WE REQUIRE TWO OF THE FOLLOWING: Professional agency letter of reference with business card & photo id Crew call list with press material & photo id Valid makeup artistry certificate (within the last 5 years) & photo id Please fax the requirements for verification and include the following: Full name Address, city, state & zip code Home & Work/Cell phone numbers E-mail address Once approved, Smashbox cosmetics will issue a professional 40% discount authorization letter. You may place an order by calling 888.763.1361 or fax 310.558.1491. Stila- 40% discount Mail 2 credentials (bus. card, license, etc) plus a copy of a photo ID along with address & phone number to: Stila Cosmetics, Inc., Corporate Headquarters 2801 Hyperion Avenue #102 Los Angeles, CA 90027 Sue Devitt Studio- 40% for professional makeup artists 888-870-1150 Temptu- 20% product discount, 15% equipment discount Accepts proof of MAC PRO membership as proof of profession. Fax info to 212-675-4075. Call 212-675-4000 for details Vincent Longo Cosmetics- 30% for professional makeup artists 877-LONGO99 Jun 09 06 03:44 pm Link just so you know, since you are in california. you can get 40% off of bobbi brown and stila at Naimies and Frends offers the MUFE 35% pro artist discount. Jun 09 06 07:17 pm Link Does anyone know if these discounts apply in Canada? Jun 09 06 10:09 pm Link Deyanne Holmes wrote: I know that many of them do, and many of them apply internationally. Contact the individual companies to know for sure though. Jun 09 06 11:14 pm Link Deyanne Holmes wrote: If you go to a Nars counter in a Holts, you can get an application for their discount program. If you go to a MUFE counter in Sears (at least the one in Eaton Centre), you can get a form for their program as well. MUFE will fax it away for you, but you have to mail the Nars one yourself. Jun 10 06 01:32 am Link Thanks, that's nice to know. Jun 10 06 05:07 pm Link Thanks! Also... most art stores offer a pro discount. I got a great deal on my Iwata airbrush compressor. thanks again, Melody Jun 11 06 12:21 am Link rachelrose wrote: I'm in CA, but what is Naimies and Frends? Aug 25 06 01:49 am Link LMA wrote: In Los Angeles no less and you have never been to naimies... You need to go! Aug 25 06 03:07 am Link Naimies and Frends need to open up some stores over here in Florida! When I went to school anytime somebody asked "where do I get such and such" the answer was always "Frends or Naimies!" Well, thanks but we are in Florida not California! Jun 04 08 04:43 pm Link Here are some links from the FAQ. If there is a company that isn't listed that you are interested in send me a PM. I have discounts with just about all of the major ones. MUA DISCOUNTS MUA Disocunts! (good read by Renee Loiz): https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=64639 MUA Discounts for NEW Artists Question.. https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=61309 pro make-up discounts https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=53176 Cosmetic Discounts https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=28086 Union 798 Discount list: http://www.798members.com/discount.asp Jun 04 08 05:15 pm Link Good to know..thanks Jun 04 08 06:02 pm Link I've noticed that a lot of these companies ask for a union card or agency business card. What if you're a freelancer who doesn't belong to a union of an agency? Jul 29 09 02:17 pm Link I wonder why I have got only a 20% MUFE discount and not 35%...On their website I saw this discount is for students when I proved I passed the student stage long time ago... Dec 26 12 01:49 pm Link http://www.makeuptalk.com/a/professiona … s-for-muas PRO Discounts US Professional Discounts Some companies will only give discounts to those working as a professional makeup artist, some will extended discounts to cosmetologists while others will offer to discounts to even beauty bloggers. Please check with the company for full details on their pro programs as some requirements have changed. Most will require one or more of the following: Business license (different from a professional license as it is a license proving you have an actual business - issued by the city and/or state you live in) Professional license (example, a cosmetologist license - issued only by the state after you go to a trade school and then take a state exam) Editorial page with name credit Union card Diploma/certificate from a recognized make-up academy Program/press materials listing your name Contract on production company letterhead Crew/call list on production company letterhead Current, dedicated website showcasing work Agency comp card IMDB listing Website statistics showing you have a popular website Bobbi Brown Cosmetics Discount Amount: 40% Requirements: Valid photo identification AND two of the following: Composite card Business card with name and specific profession Editorial page with name credit Union Card Professional valid license Crew call list on production company letterhead Reference letter from employer China Glaze Discount Amount: 50% Requirements: Professional license - cosmetologist, cosmetologist instructor or nail tech. Cinema Secrets Discount Amount: 25% - 15% depending on products Requirements: Valid photo identification AND two pieces of professional employment or student status. CoverFX Discount Amount: Makeup artists are eligible to receive a 40% Pro FX membership product discount on coverfx.com purchases Aestheticians, Cosmetologists, Hairstylists, Fashion Stylists, Nail Technicians, Costume Designers, Models | On-air talent | Performers and Photographers are eligible to receive 30% Pro FX membership product discounts on coverfx.com purchases. Requirements: Agency Information Website Coposite Card Business Card with name and specific profession Editionial page with name credit Union card number Head shot & resume Professional License (no driver’s license) Diploma/Certificate Publication Measthead Program/press materials with name Contract on production company letterhead Creq/call list on Production Company Letterhead Professional letter of reference of employment Makeup School Information & Student number Essie Discount Amount: 50% Requirements: Professional license - cosmetologist, cosmetologist instructor or nail tech. Eve Pearl Discount Amount: 30% - 40% Requirements: "30% (with proper returned form and proper credentials) or 40% ($50/Black Pearl annual membership fee and returned form with credentials). Once approved (usually within 24 hours) you can start to use your discount. We request that you place your artist discount order via telephone at 212.223.2229." Frends Discount amount: up to 40% Requirements: Beauty School ID Beauty School Diploma Business Card Business Website Tear Sheet With Name Credit Any Other Pro Membership Card Agency Comp Card Union Card Program or Call Sheet Business Licensing IMDB Link Illamasqua Discount Amount: Professional Make-Up Artist: 40% Student Make-Up Artist: 20% Aestheticians, Cosmetologists and Beauty Therapists: 20% Performers with an Equity card: 20% Requirements: CV/Resume, ID Card, Contract Cover Letter, Call/Tear Sheet, or College Acceptance Letter Inglot Discount Amount: 10% - 20% Requirements: Three pieces of proof: Pro Membership Card from other approved Makeup Programs License of accredited schools of cosmetics Magazine tear sheet with name credit Real with name credit Program/call sheet Union Membership Card Makeup Artist Business Card Agency Representation Student ID Enrollment Documentation Professional Headshot LORAC Discount Amount: 20% to 40% depending on profession Requirements: You will need to contact the NAIME'S Beauty Center boutique below for LORAC's discount. NAIME'S Beauty Center • naimes.com • 12640 Riverside Drive, Valley Village, CA 91607 • 818.655.9933 M•A•C Cosmetics Discount Amount: 30% to 40% depending on profession Cost: $35 yearly Requirements: Valid photo identification AND two of the following: Composite card Business card with name and specific profession Editorial page with name credit Union Card Professional valid license Crew call list on production company letterhead Reference letter from employer Diploma/certificate from an accredited makeup school Not accepted: Business licenses, websites, pay stubs or tax forms. Make Up For Ever Discount Amount: 20% - 40% depending on profession Requirements: MAKEUP ARTIST (40%) Open to all working professional makeup artists who can provide: Two (2) of the following along with a valid photo ID - •MAGAZINE TEAR SHEET WITH NAME CREDIT** •REEL WITH NAME CREDIT •PROGRAM / CALL SHEET •UNION MEMBERSHIP CARD •AGENCY REPRESENTATION (sponsored comp card, representation letter, link to roster) OR Valid photo ID and the following •PRO MEMBERSHIP CARD from other approved Pro Makeup Membership Program (choice of approved programs is at the discretion of MAKE UP FOR EVER Artist Relations) MAKEUP STUDENT/ INDUSTRY (20%) Open to students and licensed graduates of accredited schools of cosmetics, cosmetology and esthetics. Also available to models, actors, and performers. One (1) of the following along with a valid photo ID - •LETTER OF ENROLLMENT (including dates and courses) •PROFESSIONAL LICENSE • AGENCY REPRESENTATION For Models (sponsored comp card, representation letter, link to roster) •SAG or AFTRA CARD For Actors/Performers Discount Amount: 40% (20% student/industry discount) Makeup Magazine Pro Card (IMATS) Discount Amount: EXCLUSIVE PRO-ONLY times at select IMATS, expedited entry during normal show hours, a 10-percent discount on magazine subscriptions and other special offers. Requirements: "To apply for the Make-Up Artist Pro Card, please fill out the form below and submit at least two of the following, along with your resumé or cv and a copy of your photo ID, to establish your professional credentials: Editorial page with name credit Union card Professional license Diploma/certificate from a recognized make-up academy Program/press materials listing your name Contract on production company letterhead Crew/call list on production company letterhead Current, dedicated website showcasing work Agency comp card IMDB listing Mally Cosmetics Discount Amount: 30% Requirements: Submit proof that you are a currently working Artist, cosmetician, or other makeup professional. Sign up for a MallyBeauty.com account at http://www.MallyBeauty.com/login/. Naked Cosmetics Pro Discount Amount: Unknown Requirements: Unknown NARS Discount Amount: Unknown Requirements: Professional Percentage Program NARS offers a discount on its cosmetic products to industry professionals meeting the necessary criteria. Please note all applications are subject to approval. Professional Editorial Credit Program The NARS Editorial Credit Program provides artists with the opportunity to receive product in exchange for editorial credit according the specified guidelines. Please note all applications are subject to strict approval. For more information on the Professional Percentage Program and the Professional Editorial Credit Program and the application process, please contact the program administrator at [email protected]. NYX Cosmetics Discount Amount: 30% Requirements: Photo ID plus either option A or B: Option A - a copy of your active cosmetology license Option B – a copy of your business card, 3 trade references, 3 of the latest projects you are working on or have worked on, and a copy of a bill or invoice for work Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics Discount Amount: 20% Requirements: "email us a link to your website or online portfolio, along with your mailing address, phone number and preferred email address. Don't have a website yet? Send us a scan of your comp card, a tear sheet (with printed name credit), professional license or diploma or union card instead. Still a student of makeup artistry or cosmetology? Send us proof of your enrollment at your current school, and you'll qualify as well." OPI Discount Amount: 50% Requirements: Professional license - cosmetologist, cosmetologist instructor or nail tech. Origins Makeup Company Discount Amount: 40% discount on Facial Skin Care and Color products 20% discount on Bath & Body and Hair Care products. Requirements: "To apply for the Makeup Artist Program Card, click here to obtain an application. Please return application along with tearsheets, business card and proof of certification to: ORIGINS Global Communications 767 Fifth Ave, 38th Fl. New York, NY 10153 Cards will be distributed the first of every month and are only valid in US Origins Retail Stores." Smashbox Discount Amount: 20% - 30% - 40% depending on profession/status Requirements: All three levels require valid ID (drivers license) plus the following: 20% discount (student) Proof of current enrollment at an artistry based school or certificate program Valid Photo ID 30% discount (freelance) Valid cosmetology OR esthetician license Professional letter of reference Copy of your business card Crew call list Valid makeup artistry certificate within the last 5 years 40% discount (pro MUA) Valid union card Copy of a current agency ZED card OR comp card Copy of your business card 2 professional tear sheets that include your name Stila Cosmetics Discount Amount: 20% - 30% - 40% depending on profession/status Requirements: Two of the following: composite card portfolio with name credit business card valid union card head shot publication masthead professional license/diploma (aesthetician, hairstylist, cosmetology) program/press materials with name credit contract on production company letterhead crew/call list on production company letterhead professional letter of reference company letterhead Temptu Discount Amount: 10% pro kits; 30% Temptu products (excluding kits) Cost: $30 annual fee Requirements: Tear Sheet w/Name Credit Agency Comp Card Valid Union Card Crew/Call Sheet with Name Credit Valid Cosmetology or Esthetician License Letter of Employment Urban Decay Discount Amount:40% on most UD products (restricted to spending no more than $250 per quarter) Requirements: A copy of your driver ’s license or state/federal photo ID Two of the following: Professional license (cosmetology) Editorial page with name credit Crew/call list on production company letterhead Union card Link to website Business Card Professional letter of reference yaby Cosmetics Discount Amount: Requirements: Youngblood Mineral Discount Amount: Requirements: Zoya Discount Amount: 50% Requirements: Licensed cosmetologist or nail techs only UD Pro is the official makeup artist program for Urban Decay Cosmetics Membership is a FREE program- includes: 40% discount on most Urban Decay products No annual fee Access to exclusive artistry deals Artist-focused news A paid editorial credit program Camera ready Cosmetics - http://camerareadycosmetics.com/pages/p … ounts.html Dec 26 12 04:36 pm Link List of Companies offering Pro/MUA Discounts: https://www.modelmayhem.com/po.php?thre … 109&page=1 https://www.modelmayhem.com/po.php?thread_id=865140 Dec 27 12 06:24 am Link Does anyone have a list of companies offering discounts to UK based MUA's please? Dec 28 12 08:59 am Link Claire, Second link in my post above, I put together a list for a MUA new to London: https://www.modelmayhem.com/po.php?thread_id=865140 Dec 28 12 02:10 pm Link http://CameraReadyCosmetics.com offers a promakeup discount and an aspiring artist discount and they carry a variety of brands. http://camerareadycosmetics.com/pages/p … ounts.html "To obtain a Pro Discount at CRC we ask you to scan and email one of the following documents. Pick just one of the following so send us. A call sheet dated within the last 12 months (a call sheet for a paid job, not a test job) and a copy of your driver’s license A union ID and a copy of your driver’s license A Current Cosmetology license and a copy of your driver’s license A link to an IMBD page with your name as makeup artist or assistant and a copy of your driver’s license Website porfolio with published print ads or published editorials. Please send a link to the website portfolio. Scan of a published print ad you have done the makeup for. If this is not on your website portfolio please send the photographers name and number with the scan. Scan of an Editorial in a magazine with your name as Makeup and/or Hair (ezines/internet magazines will not be accepted) this must be a magazine in print and available on newsstands, your name must be readable with a copy of your driver’s license. Email the items above to [email protected]." For the aspiring artist requirements go to the posted link I have ordered product from Camera Ready. Customer service is awesome, prices are great and shipping is fast. Jan 01 13 09:39 am Link I couldn't find this anywhere and I'm just curious, but, when you apply for pro discounts and have to submit your business cards and everything, does it have to have your LEGAL name on it? I don't go by my legal name but obviously it's the one that's on my license and everything so I wasn't sure which way to go. Jan 15 13 05:15 pm Link |