Second Skin Makeup Studio & Academy

Hyderabad · In-person training · Hands-on

Turn your makeup skill into a professional career.

Train directly under celebrity makeup artist Chakravarthi Kadali, with 27+ years of on-set experience. Learn on live models, build a portfolio and graduate with practical, camera-ready skills.

✓ Beginner-friendly Master Course✓ Advanced Rapid Course✓ Certificate on completion
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Real on-set work · 500+ students trained
Chakravarthi Kadali, founder of Second Skin Makeup Studio and Academy in Hyderabad
Learn from experience27+ yearsworking across film & professional makeup assignments
27+Years on professional sets
100+Films & productions
500+Students trained
LiveModels & practical training
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Certified academy
Choose the right path

Two courses. One clear goal: professional skill.

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For artists with basics

Rapid Course

Fast-track advanced makeup training for learners who already know the fundamentals and want to upgrade their technique.

₹9,999
  • Colour theory knowledge
  • Airbrush makeup
  • Glossy & steam-proof makeup
  • Blow dryer & hairstyles
  • Certificate on completion
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Our courses

Choose your path in beauty and makeup

Every track runs in person at the Punjagutta studio, on live models, taught by Chakravarthi Kadali.

Woman in a Kanjivaram saree draped in a traditional South Indian style with temple jewellery

Saree Draping Course

Learn pleats, pallu styles and bridal draping that actually holds.

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Makeup artist applying eye makeup to a bride during training at Second Skin Academy in Hyderabad

Makeup Artist Course

Become a certified makeup artist with in-depth hands-on training.

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Bride in red and gold bridal makeup with kundan jewellery, created on the bridal makeup course in Hyderabad

Bridal Makeup Course

Learn bridal makeup techniques for a flawless, timeless bridal look.

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Glitter and rose gold eye makeup with winged liner and lashes created on the eye makeup course in Hyderabad

Eye Makeup Course

Master eyeshadow, cut crease, liner, kajal and lash application.

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Beautician applying a facial mask to a client during training at Second Skin Academy in Hyderabad

Beautician Course

Learn skincare, facials, hair removal and salon essentials.

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Bridal updo with a gold hairpiece created on the hair styling course in Hyderabad

Hair Styling Course

Master modern hairstyles, bridal sets and salon techniques.

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Model with camera-ready HD makeup and gold jewellery photographed under studio lighting in Hyderabad

Film & HD Makeup Course

Learn camera-ready makeup for film, television and photoshoots.

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Woman with natural everyday makeup and styled hair seated at a lit vanity in Hyderabad

Self Grooming Course

Enhance your personal grooming, confidence and everyday looks.

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Proof before promises

Learn from work done on real sets.

This is Second Skin’s strongest differentiator. Use original behind-the-scenes work prominently instead of stock-model beauty photography.

Chakravarthi Kadali doing makeup for Tamannaah Bhatia
Makeup on setProfessional celebrity makeup work
Celebrity makeup artist & mentorChakravarthi Kadali teaches the techniques he uses professionally.

Featured work includes assignments with recognised Indian performers. These photos document past professional work and are not celebrity endorsements of the academy.

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Why Second Skin

What a serious student should know before enrolling.

01

Direct mentorship

Training built around Chakri’s professional process, not only classroom theory.

02

Hands-on practice

Practice on real faces with professional products and live correction.

03

Portfolio outcome

Leave with finished work that you can show clients, salons and studios.

04

Career guidance

Direction toward bridal, freelance and film opportunities after training.

What you will learn

Skills you can actually use on clients.

Keep the curriculum scannable. Students do not need eighteen dense blocks before they enquire; they need confidence that the core skills they care about are covered.

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01

Foundation & Colour

Skin prep, colour theory, undertones, correction, base and high-definition finishing.

02

Bridal & Event

Bridal looks, sweat/steam-proof finishes, draping, timing and client-ready execution.

03

Hair & Styling

Blow-dry technique, professional hairstyles, finishing and look coordination.

04

Airbrush & Editorial

Airbrush techniques, glossy looks and camera-conscious editorial finishing.

05

Film & Character Basics

Continuity, production-set workflow and introductory character/SFX techniques.

Inside the classroom

See an actual class in progress.

Short clips from real sessions at the Punjagutta studio - students practising on live models, not a promotional edit.

A full batch of Second Skin Academy students in Hyderabad holding their makeup course completion certificates
Real students. Real academy.

See where you’ll learn - and who has completed it before you.

A batch photograph is more persuasive here than another marketing claim because it makes the academy tangible and local.

Physical academy in Punjagutta

Visit the studio before you enrol.

Certificate on completion

Presented at the academy after required training.

Beginners and working artists

Choose the course based on your current skill level.

Book a free counselling call
Certificate day

Handed over personally by Chakri, batch after batch.

A student receiving her makeup course completion certificate from Chakravarthi Kadali at the Second Skin studio
A student receiving her certificate of achievement from Chakravarthi Kadali
A male student receiving his makeup course certificate at Second Skin Academy
A student receiving her makeup course completion certificate at Second Skin Academy Hyderabad
A graduating batch of Second Skin Academy students in uniform holding framed certificates

Beginners, working salon artists, women and men - every batch trains in the same room.

Simple next step

Enquiring should feel easy - not like applying for college.

1

Send your details

Name, WhatsApp number and course interest. That’s enough for the first conversion.

2

Speak to the academy

Confirm your level, batch timing, fees and seat availability on a short counselling call.

3

Visit before enrolling

See the Punjagutta studio, ask questions and choose the right program.

Questions before you enquire

Straight answers to what people ask us most before they enrol.

Do I need prior makeup experience?

No for the Master Course. The Rapid Course is better suited to people who already understand basic makeup and want faster advanced upskilling.

Where is the academy?

Esteem Diamond, Hindi Nagar, Dwarakapuri, Punjagutta, Hyderabad, Telangana.

Will I receive a certificate?

Yes. Students who complete the required training receive a Second Skin Academy certificate of completion.

Is this online training?

No. The academy’s core training is in person and practical, with live models and hands-on work.

Is placement guaranteed?

The academy provides career and placement guidance. Employment or income should not be presented as guaranteed.

Next batch admissions

Your next step can be one free counselling call.

Tell us your current experience level and goal. The team can guide you to the right course and available batch.

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