Holistic Beauty Academy specializes in running VTCT approved holistic beauty courses, inspiring the next generation of beauty therapists, holistic therapists and makeup artists. Based near Reading, students are provided with a peaceful space in which to learn new skills and gain confidence. Unlike any other beauty school or college, students experience the HBA ethos which helps to focus on students individual needs.

With dedicated and experienced teaching, you won’t be able to stop yourself from absorbing new knowledge and skills. It is now compulsory for clients to take Award in Infection prevention (Covid-19 compliant) accreditation relevant to course taken. Please email me for more info.

HBA can offer a wide range of courses to suit all levels of ability. If you are a complete beginner, I am with you throughout your journey to becoming an established beauty therapist or make-up artist. If you already have some experience but want to acquire new skills or get a deeper understanding of a certain practice, I can help hone your abilities with more advanced courses.

“Holistic Beauty Academy provides a friendly, professional atmosphere, with lots of hands-on work and online support when you aren’t even there. Looking forward to putting it into practice!”

Aachi Patel  (student)

In a hurry? Take a look at the video below to get a sense of what HBA is all about.

HBA understand that learning new skills can be difficult, so I fully support you throughout your learning journey. I aim to be as flexible as possible so you can fit your studying around any other commitments. Small class sizes help provide you all the attention you need in a dedicated learning environment. I want you to succeed and be the best you can be and this approach can help you achieve your dream career.

“The course has been excellent and very flexible to my needs”

Marilyn Read (student)

Lisa Marie Hawtin has over 25 years experience in the beauty industry. She has incredible passion for the opportunities it holds for new beauty technicians and make-up artists and has taken a huge amount of pleasure in working with her students over the past few years. Having worked and taught for big names in the industry such as Estee Lauder, Daniel Sandler’s personal team based at Harrods, Nirvana Spa, The Dorchester and The Four Seasons, she knew it was time to start her own venture. Holistic Beauty Academy was always at the back of her mind and developing a new business seemed like an excellent challenge .

Lisa Marie began teaching make-up on a one-to-one basis many years ago and loved the opportunities it gave her to work with really passionate people. Progressing to teach beauty treatments seemed like a logical step as it meant getting to use her many years of expertise. This step led to amazing jobs in the spa industry and eventually, to opening Holistic Beauty Academy. Becoming a business owner as well as a teacher has been incredibly rewarding for Lisa Marie and she is so grateful for all the support friends and family have given her over the years. This support was invaluable and strengthened her belief that the best way for the majority of people to learn is by having a supportive and flexible working environment that suits their individual needs.

“I have limitless amount of passion for the beauty industry. It has given me wonderful opportunities and experiences over the years and my career has been something I am incredibly proud of. After starting Holistic Beauty Academy, I have been so touched and awed by my students. I look forward to teaching more aspiring holistic beauty therapists and make-up artists and watching as their careers progress and develop.”

“Lisa Marie Hawtin is an inspirational trainer, is very organised and structured and a great communicator.”

Ann Costello , Spa Director (Dorchester Collection )