Sharleen Collins Academy
Testimonials
Dream jobs on Ireland’s top beauty counters. Brand-new businesses. Confidence they never knew they had. Don’t just take our word for it — hear it from the women who trained with us.
Watch their stories
Real students. Real results.
Press play to hear, in their own words, what their time at the Academy was really like and where it has taken them since.
Edel O’Shea
Edel had always dreamed of doing a proper makeup course and becoming a certified artist. Today, she runs her very own makeup studio.
“Thank you so much, Sharleen, for helping me make my dreams come true and giving me the tools to be my own boss.”
Michaela Keeley
Michaela, a makeup artist from Dublin, came to the Academy after another beauty course left her without the jobs she wanted. Today, she works on the NARS counter at Brown Thomas.
Annie
Annie has just completed her Academy course, and she’s excited about everything that comes next.
“It was the best experience of my life, I have to say that.”
Cheyanne
Cheyanne trained with us at the Academy. Press play to hear about her experience in her own words.
Anna
Anna trained with us at the Academy. Press play to hear about her experience in her own words.
Sinead Horan
Sinead trained with us at the Academy. Press play to hear about her experience in her own words.
Academy graduate
One of our recent graduates shares her time at the Academy. Press play to hear her story in her own words.
Student testimonials
In their own words
“Since graduating, I’ve landed my dream job as a Makeup Artist in an Inglot Pro Store! This course gave me the professional skills and the self-confidence I needed to succeed in the real world. I came out of the Academy ready to work, and I haven’t looked back since.”
— SINEAD B
“I learned so much during my time here! Since finishing the course, I’ve already lined up interviews with world-class brands like Brown Thomas and NARS. My confidence and skills have reached levels I never thought possible, and I couldn’t be happier that I chose this Academy.”
— CHLOE O
“I am thrilled to announce that I’m setting up my own beauty business! Thank you so much, Sharleen, for helping me make my dreams come true and for giving me the tools, the skills and the belief I needed to be my own boss.”
— EDEL O
“I could see my makeup skills improving every single week. The tutors we had were all so helpful, so down to earth and honestly insane artists. Learning from people that talented pushed me further than I ever expected.”
— CHLOE C
“Sharleen is incredibly hands-on and always there with expert advice. She doesn’t just teach technique; she empowers you to believe that you can achieve anything you set your mind to. I left feeling capable, confident and ready to go.”
— BRONWYN C
“From start to finish, this was an amazing experience. There is no better feeling than learning from the very best in the industry — it truly sets you apart from the competition. I’m so proud of how far I’ve come.”
— EMMA W
“Sharleen and her entire team were incredibly helpful and supportive throughout my whole journey. Their deep industry knowledge is unmatched, and they gave me the perfect foundation for my career in makeup artistry. I couldn’t have asked for a better start.”
— AOIFE S
“The support system here is wonderful. If you ever have an issue or feel like you’re struggling, a quick chat with Sharleen is all you need to get back on track and feel inspired again. You never feel like you’re on your own.”
— CHLOE K
“I am so grateful to Sharleen for running such an incredible course. From the very first day I knew I was in the right place. It was so transformative that I still can’t believe it’s over — I’d do it all again in a heartbeat!”
— AOIFE A
“This was an amazing experience from beginning to end. Learning from the very best in the industry is a feeling like no other, and it truly sets you apart from the competition. I’d choose this Academy again without a second thought.”
— KEILA T
“I’m really excited for the future. I cannot recommend this course enough — you learn absolutely everything you need, and I’ve come away feeling ready for whatever comes next.”
— @AMCMAKEUP_
“I absolutely loved this course from beginning to end. Every class was something to look forward to, and I’d recommend it to anyone who’s thinking about taking the leap.”
— SIOBHAN P
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