Do beauty counters still off make up lessons?

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Years ago I went it the Body Shop when they sold Barbara Daly make up (anyone old enough to remember her?) I had a make up lesson, bought a few things and stuck with that until I met my DH who hates women with make up.

Being basically lazy this suited me and I abandoned it all. Although I get my eyelashes tinted and my nails done.

But now I look old and tired. And a bit like my mum.

I want a natural look, so as not to terrify DH, when I have tried myself my teenager children said I look like a ghost.

Where can I start? I need to buy some make up but really would like a fresh start.

Is there anywhere that offers this sort of service without me coming home slightly orange faced and caked? The make up counter ladies are a bit over done for my taste.

I like Urban Decay Naked foundation, it's pretty light if you're looking for something like that. The counter here does make up lessons too - pre book and I think it's £35 redeemable against products.
Honestly though, I don't think it matters really which "brand" you go for, if the sales assistant is friendly and approachable, and listens when you explain what you're hoping to achieve, then you're on to a winner.
Don't worry about them being orange with three pairs of false eyelashes, they won't do that to you. Remember, they spend all day under artificial lighting, talking about make-up, looking at make-up, watching YouTube videos about make-up...it's no wonder it's a bit overdone sometimes.