There's an art to organizing a child's birthday party! Between activities, snacks and memories to create, we're always looking for THE right idea to fill both young and old with wonder. How about a make-up workshop? Fun, colorful and festive, it's an event that's always a hit... provided it's well-prepared! In this article, we give you all our advice on how to run a make-up workshop at a birthday party, in complete safety and using child-friendly products.

Preparing a safe and fun make-up workshop

Choosing the right products

The secret of a successful workshop lies in good preparation, starting with the choice of products. Opt for make-up products specially designed for children's sensitive skin, such as those certified organic and hypoallergenic offered by Namaki. Don't forget to inform parents beforehand to check for any allergies or intolerances. This will also allow children to come dressed up, if they so wish, and put the finishing touches to their costumes. Gather your brushes, pencil sharpenerWith a well-thought-out framework and the right equipment, the workshop can get off to a flying start.

💡 Think you need a lot of products? Not at all! In fact, you can achieve up to 30 make-up effects with just one 6-color makeup palette. You can also opt for Namaki Box which bring together different products (blushes, pencils, tattoos, hair mascara...) around a theme: Wild Life, Enchanted Worlds, Intergalactic Worlds... The ideal all-in-one package for your children's birthday party.

Choosing your models

Prepare a selection of simple designs in advance (butterfly, tiger, unicorn, pirate...). Afraid you don't know how? Get inspired by our tutorials! You'll find :

  • tutorial cards in watercolor palettes and Namaki Boxes;
  • step-by-step tutorials on our website ;
  • and even video tutorials on our youtube channel !

💡 The new edition of the Namaki Make-up Model Book has just been published by Éditions Marie-Claire: twenty exclusive creations for girls & boys make-up to discover and as many make-up ideas and tips for all audiences, beginners and advanced. Available on our webshop and in our points of sale.

Create a festive, participatory event

The make-up workshop can become the highlight of the birthday party, especially if it's integrated into a truly festive scenario. Why not propose an overall theme for the party (princess, jungle, superhero...) with make-up to match? Involve the children in the choice of colors, or even in the design of their own make-up. It's even more fun to let them reproduce their own make-up, with a little help if necessary for the younger ones. There's nothing like it for developing fine motor skills and creativity. And that's not even mentioning the impact on their self-confidence and pride when they look in the mirror.

💡 To extend the fun, consider organizing a small fashion show: a guaranteed hit with little models and parents alike!

Immortalize the moment with an enchanting photo corner

After the make-up workshop, what could be better than a photo shoot to etch those pretty, colorful faces in memories? Set up a birthday-themed photo corner. A garland, a colorful background or a few balloons are all you need to create an enchanting setting. You can also offer a few accessories: costumes, hats, magic wands or foam swords, depending on the theme. Children love to pose and be the stars for a day. Parents will be delighted to take home printed or digital souvenirs. They'll be even happier when you tell them that Namaki products are removable. easily with soap and water.

💡 Also consider offering a small DIY photo frame to customize, to extend the activity and make a pretty gift to take home.

Organizing a make-up workshop for a birthday party means offering a moment of creativity, sharing and magic. It's a change from the classic coloring or painting workshop: this time, children themselves become a leaf to decorate. With products like Namaki's, which are gentle on the skin and the environment, animation becomes as reassuring as it is fun. By following these tips, you're ready to turn a simple party into a miniature carnival! So grab your brushes!

Want to complete this animation? Our other articles dedicated to birthday ideas will surely be of interest to you!

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