MAC FAQ: PPID/MAC PRO Card

[Caderas]

I'm sorry if this question has been answered somehwere in the midst of these pages, but I'm starting cosmetology school in July. Apart of the program is getting my MAC PPID, and I was wondering about the discount. Is it 30% while I'm a student? And then afterwards, when I'm licensed, will it be 40% because I'm learning hair, nails, AND make-up? I intend on being both a hair stylist and make-up artist! Thanks ahead of time! <3

 

[TISH1124]

I may be wrong...But my friend is in cosmetology school and I think she said hers is 25% while in school....

 

[erine1881]

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Originally Posted by Caderas I'm sorry if this question has been answered somehwere in the midst of these pages, but I'm starting cosmetology school in July. Apart of the program is getting my MAC PPID, and I was wondering about the discount. Is it 30% while I'm a student? And then afterwards, when I'm licensed, will it be 40% because I'm learning hair, nails, AND make-up? I intend on being both a hair stylist and make-up artist! Thanks ahead of time! <3

i don't know about during school, but once you graduate, you discount would be for cosmetology at 30%. all cosmos study hair, nails and makeup, but that doesn't make you a makeup artist, so you won't get the 40% off that makeup artists get. your license will be for cosmetology, so that's the category your discount will fall under.

here is the discount info for while you're in school, but only if your school is approved by mac. its not just for any cosmo school.

MAC Pro | Membership | Pro Student

 

[Caderas]

Thanks to both of you ladies. I emailed my advisor at the school asking for a list of all the products I'll be receiving in my student kit and at the top it also had this attached:

"As a benefit of the M•A•C PRO Student Program, students can purchase
fully assembled, basic makeup kits at a 40% discount. M•A•C PRO
Student Kits are available only to M•A•C PRO Student Members."

So, it would be 40% for just the kit and I guess 25% for anything else? I think my advisor mentioned 30%.. but in the end, 5% probably won't make a HUGE difference since this school is wiping my wallet out anyways! ;D

And about the Cosmetology license.. I'll get 30%, but would I have to be employeed under an actual make-up company to get the 40%? I'm sorry, I feel like I'm asking a bunch of stupid questions! haha.. Thanks for your patience again.

 

[Ruby_Woo]

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Originally Posted by Caderas Thanks to both of you ladies. I emailed my advisor at the school asking for a list of all the products I'll be receiving in my student kit and at the top it also had this attached: "As a benefit of the M•A•C PRO Student Program, students can purchase fully assembled, basic makeup kits at a 40% discount. M•A•C PRO Student Kits are available only to M•A•C PRO Student Members." So, it would be 40% for just the kit and I guess 25% for anything else? I think my advisor mentioned 30%.. but in the end, 5% probably won't make a HUGE difference since this school is wiping my wallet out anyways! ;D And about the Cosmetology license.. I'll get 30%, but would I have to be employeed under an actual make-up company to get the 40%? I'm sorry, I feel like I'm asking a bunch of stupid questions! haha.. Thanks for your patience again.

Because you are going to be a cosmetologist you will receive a 30% regardless. Unless you can submit proof that Makeup is your full time job (tearsheet, call sheet, comp card or union card). Usually the student discount in 20% so just double check.

HTH.

 

[FemmeFatale]

I got my card today! That took no time at all! Not even 4 weeks! woo hoo mac

 

[Yushimi]

Still waiting for mine lolz

been exactly 2 weeks now. i'm wondering if i should phone lolz because the F&F is going to start soon!!

 

[Ruby_Woo]

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Originally Posted by Yushimi Still waiting for mine lolz been exactly 2 weeks now. i'm wondering if i should phone lolz because the F&F is going to start soon!!

You would only get your pro-member discount. The F&F wouldn't be added to yours or anything like that.

HTH.

 

[erine1881]

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Originally Posted by Yushimi Still waiting for mine lolz been exactly 2 weeks now. i'm wondering if i should phone lolz because the F&F is going to start soon!!

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Originally Posted by Ruby_Woo You would only get your pro-member discount. The F&F wouldn't be added to yours or anything like that. HTH.

ruby's right, only one discount would apply to your purchase. they won't combine the two. you'd either get the F&F 25%, or your pro discount, whichever comes first (or is the greater discount, if your pro arrives before F&F).

 

[FemmeFatale]

two weeks since what?

Mine took 4 weeks to process fully, I got mine at the Makeup Show in NYC. They took the 35$ out last week and I got the card two nights ago! Very Quick

 

[blackmetalmist]

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Originally Posted by FemmeFatale Not that I am aware of, Fashion Stylist...yes!

Well I'll be going to the IMATS in Pasadena so ill make sure and pick up my MAC PRO card there

 

[FemmeFatale]

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Originally Posted by blackmetalmist Well I'll be going to the IMATS in Pasadena so ill make sure and pick up my MAC PRO card there

From what I have heard you will still need credentials at the IMATS to get a MACPro card. I went to the makeup show in NYC where I got mine and I had to show all required credentials.

 

[blackmetalmist]

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Originally Posted by FemmeFatale From what I have heard you will still need credentials at the IMATS to get a MACPro card. I went to the makeup show in NYC where I got mine and I had to show all required credentials.

Oh ill be bringing enough credentials. There alot of talk about what is needed or not so its not really a big concern. I"ll just have to wait and see. No harm is done in giving it a try.

 

[hotmamaoyeah]

how would a beginning freelance artist be eligible for the pro card? i've seen the requirements, but just not sure about the products i will be able to produce besides a business card? any help or ideas?

 

[x_ladydanger]

How much does it cost in England?

I'm a photographer, I do fashion/beauty/portrait photography but I don't have any qualifications in it at all, I'm self taught. I have a business card, what else could I send in? I'm planning on doing a make up course soon so that I can do make up on the models I do shoots with. Do you think I'd qualify for a MAC pro card?

 

[christinaruiz90]

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Originally Posted by FemmeFatale From what I have heard you will still need credentials at the IMATS to get a MACPro card. I went to the makeup show in NYC where I got mine and I had to show all required credentials.

i wanted to know what you took so i could take the same and more lol

 

[makeupmaven]

I submitted two pieces of ID in addition to my drivers license - a business card and a professional letter of reference (a photographer I work with). I faxed AND mailed my documents. I sent the info in on June 8th or 9th, my card was charged on June 15th and I got it in the mail on 6/18. I was shocked at how fast it arrived! The postmark on the envelope said NYC so I guess they don't mail them from Canada. I can't wait to use my card!!

 

[azmaei]

I sent in two forms of i.d., my business card, my wedding contract, and a call sheet last thursday (6/18)

i'll let you guys know the verdict when i find out!

 

[nelyanaphonexia]

I know this has been asked over and over, but I'm super nervous about applying for fear that I will be turned down and I could really use the card.

I'm now working as a freelance mua, but I don't have any professional training. No school. I've taken some classes, but have no official certificate or diploma for makeup.

I've worked with individuals for weddings, proms, and other occasions, even a couple photo shoots for models/photographers for a little over a year now.

So, if I send in my application, photo ID, a business card, resume and a letter of reference from a previous client/photographer/model, will I be approved? I read in previous posts that you had to have a certificate or diploma to get the card and be considered a pro.

 

[blindpassion]

You have nothing to loose - send it in, if they reject it - you can always try again.