The Ultimate Guide to Makeup Artist Pro Discounts in Australia (2026)
An in-depth guide to the best professional discounts, industry memberships and trade programs available to Australian makeup artists.
Building a professional makeup kit is one of the biggest investments a makeup artist can make. Between complexion products, brushes, disposables and skincare, it's easy to spend thousands of dollars each year.
Here's our guide to the best makeup artist discounts currently available in Australia.
MAC Pro
Discount: Approximately 40%
MAC remains the benchmark for professional artist programs, offering one of the industry's highest discounts alongside education, exclusive launches and backstage opportunities. It's an excellent choice for bridal, editorial, commercial and fashion artists.
Requirements: Proof of professional work, qualification or portfolio.
Apply: https://www.macproapplication.com/
Make Up For Ever Pro
Discount: 30-40%
Designed specifically for professional artists, Make Up For Ever's Pro Program offers discounted pricing, education and early access to product launches. It's widely regarded as one of the strongest programs available for editorial and backstage artists.
Apply: https://www.makeupforever.com/us/en/pro-only.html
Bobbi Brown Pro
Discount: 30%
Bobbi Brown's Pro Artist Program includes professional pricing, complimentary shipping, education and samples. A separate student membership is also available, making it a great option for emerging artists.
Apply: https://www.bobbibrown.com.au/bobbi-pro
Armani Atelier Program
Discount: 30%
Armani Beauty's Atelier Program is open to professional artists and students, offering exclusive pricing, educational masterclasses, product launches and invitations to artist events. It's particularly valuable for artists specialising in bridal and luxury beauty.
Apply: https://www.giorgioarmanibeauty.com.au/makeup-pro-program.html
Napoleon Perdis Industry Discount
Discount: Approximately 30%
Napoleon Perdis offers one of Australia's strongest independent industry programs for freelance, bridal, editorial, television and fashion makeup artists. Applications typically require proof of professional work, such as an ABN, portfolio or employment verification.
Apply: https://napoleonperdis.com/pages/industry-discount
MECCA Makeup Artist Discount
Discount: 25%
MECCA's industry discount is designed for artists working in editorial, fashion, advertising and television. Approved applicants receive discounts across eligible brands stocked at MECCA, making it one of Australia's broadest retailer programs.
Apply: https://www.mecca.com/en-au/policies/makeup-artists-policy/
Kryolan Australia
Discount: Professional pricing
Kryolan's Pro Membership is tailored to artists working across theatre, film, television and special effects. Applications generally require professional qualifications, a portfolio or editorial experience.
Apply: https://www.kryolan.com.au/pro-member-application.html
DMV Collective Pro Artist Program
Discount: Up to 25%
DMV Collective offers a dedicated Pro Artist Program for makeup artists, beauty therapists and students. The discount applies across its range of professional brush cleaners, beauty tools and kit essentials. Applications generally require proof of industry experience, such as an editorial credit or ABN, along with a professional Instagram or portfolio.
Apply: https://dmvcollective.com.au/pages/pro-discount
TEMPTU Australia
Discount: 10%
TEMPTU's professional membership provides discounted pricing across its airbrush makeup range, making it particularly useful for bridal artists and complexion specialists.
Apply: https://temptu.com.au/
Encore Beauty
Discount: Approximately 30%
Encore Beauty offers professional pricing across selected brands, including SLA Paris and Vita Liberata. Student memberships are also available, making it a valuable distributor account for freelance artists.
Apply: https://www.encorebeauty.com.au/pages/pro-makeup-artist-account-application
deChabre
Discount: Approximately 30%
deChabre's Pro Program provides industry pricing, education and business support for professional makeup artists looking to expand their kits with the brand's products.
Apply: https://www.dechabre.com.au/pages/dechabre-pro
Crown Brush Australia PROS FOR PROS Club
Discount: 20%
Crown Brush Australia's free PROS FOR PROS Club gives approved artists and beauty students 20% off year-round, plus exclusive offers, early access to launches and discounted trade event entry. Applications can be supported with qualifications, an ABN or a professional portfolio.
Apply: https://crownbrush.com.au/register-pros-for-pros/
Rae Morris Pro Artist Program
Discount: Professional pricing
Rae Morris offers professional pricing on its premium brush collection via application. Artists can contact the dedicated Pro Artist team directly to enquire about eligibility.
Apply: https://raemorris.com/pages/contact
MODELROCK PRO Club
Discount: Industry pricing
MODELROCK's PRO Club is available to professional makeup artists, students and beauty businesses, offering exclusive discounts, promotions and early access to new product launches.
Apply: https://www.modelrocklashes.com/pro-club
Ardell Professional
Discount: Professional pricing
Ardell offers professional pricing through its international Pro Beauty Shops program for makeup artists, beauty professionals and lash artists.
French Beauty Co PRO
Discount: 20-25%
French Beauty Co's PRO membership provides discounted pricing on Embryolisse products for makeup artists, beauty professionals and students. Membership is valid for six months and can be renewed upon approval.
Apply: https://frenchbeautyco.com.au/pages/makeup-artists-professionals
Dermalogica PROartist
Discount: 30%
One of the few skincare programs designed specifically for makeup artists, Dermalogica PROartist offers 30% off products, complimentary shipping, welcome gifts and product support for approved shoots.
Apply: https://www.dermalogica.com.au/pages/pro-artist
Glam Theory Pro Program
Discount: 30%
Glam Theory Cosmetics' PRO+ Program is designed to support professional makeup artists with exclusive offers, seasonal promotions and ongoing industry pricing across the brand's entire product range. Recognising the ongoing cost of building and maintaining a professional kit, the program is available to artists actively working within the beauty industry.
Before You Apply
Most brands request some form of professional verification. Having the following documents ready can speed up the application process:
- Makeup qualification or student ID
- ABN
- Professional Instagram
- Portfolio
- Website (if applicable)
- Editorial or published work
- Government photo ID
Professional discount programs remain one of the beauty industry's best-kept secrets. While only a handful of Australian brands publicly advertise dedicated makeup artist memberships, many more offer industry pricing through trade accounts, distributors or direct application.
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