Meet Stevie | Permanent Makeup Artist & Educator in Cheltenham
Stevie Cosmetic Makeup treatment in progress at the Cheltenham studio
The Artist Behind The Work

A lifetime studying faces. A craft refined.

Stephen "Stevie" Douch. World-renowned permanent makeup artist, international cosmetic educator, and founder of Stevie Cosmetic Makeup, based in Cheltenham.

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Since 2004
Industry Career
Level 4
IQ Award PMU
UK & International
Master Trainer
Award-Winning Artistry
UK & International Trainer
Fully Licensed & Insured
6,000+ Happy Clients
My Story

A trusted, devoted artist
of the human face.

My journey began in 2004 in the world of film and television makeup, where I learned that what truly transforms a person is not product, but precision. Every feature has a story, every face a subtle architecture, and the real art lies in honouring what is already there.

Over the years, I have trained with some of the UK's most respected beauty brands and academies, studied skin anatomy and physiology to Level 3, and earned the distinguished Level 4 IQ Award in Permanent Makeup and Microblading. My work with oncology patients, rebuilding confidence through semi-permanent makeup, is the part of my career I am most quietly proud of.

Today, from my private Cheltenham studio and through my international training work, I pour everything I have learned into every single appointment. Because beautiful, believable results are not luck. They are craft.

Stephen 'Stevie' Douch, award-winning permanent makeup artist and PMU educator in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
The Journey

Two decades of
deliberate craft.

From film sets to private studios, from classrooms to international stages. A brief career timeline of the moments that shaped the work you see today.

  1. 2004

    The Beginning, Film & Television

    First professional makeup work in film and television, learning precision, lighting, and how makeup holds up under scrutiny.

  2. 2009

    Teaching & Assessing

    Qualified as a professional teacher, assessor, and IQA. Began mentoring students across the UK at colleges and private academies.

  3. 2012

    Immunology & Anatomy

    Completed advanced study in immunology and skin anatomy to Level 3, deepening the scientific foundation behind every treatment.

  4. 2016

    Level 4 IQ Award

    Achieved the distinguished Level 4 IQ Award in Permanent Makeup & Microblading, one of the highest UK-recognised qualifications in the field.

  5. 2019

    Stevie Cosmetic Makeup Founded

    Launched the private Cheltenham studio at Nineteen Beauty & Aesthetics, now home to a loyal client base across the South West and beyond.

  6. Today

    Educator On The World Stage

    Training the next generation of permanent makeup artists internationally, while continuing bespoke client work in Cheltenham.

I have spent my career striving to be the best, both in the art and in working with the living body. Spending time with clients to educate them, becoming an inspirational trainer and leader in the art of PMU, this is the work.
Stephen "Stevie" Douch, Founder
Qualifications

Credentials earned,
not assumed.

  • Level 4 IQ Award Permanent Makeup & Microblading
  • Skin Anatomy & Physiology Level 3 Qualified
  • Immunology Study Advanced, applied to pigment interaction
  • Qualified Teacher, Assessor & IQA Accredited UK education delivery
  • Fully Licensed & Insured Registered with local authority, Cheltenham
Career Highlights

A body of work
built quietly.

  • 6,000+ Treatments Completed Over two decades of personal client work
  • International Trainer & Educator Teaching artists and medical professionals worldwide
  • Partner Clinics Across the UK A respected network built on referrals and trust
  • Oncology Client Work Restoring confidence through post-treatment PMU
  • Nouveau Contour Certified EU-approved intelligent PMU technology

One of my students practising her technique during a recent master class session.

As An Educator

Master classes for the artists who want more.

Already trained in micropigmentation, but not quite where you want to be? A one-to-one master class with me is built for artists who have completed their foundation training and are ready to refine, rebuild their confidence, and finally produce the work they know they're capable of.

Each class is tailored to what you actually need, whether that's nano brows, ombré brows, hairstroke techniques, eyeliner or lip blush. We work through the areas that typically hold new artists back — colour theory, brow mapping, skin behaviour, client consultations, and the practical craft of steady, clean, believable strokes.

Lost confidence after your initial course? Struggling to attract clients? Can't quite grasp a technique, or feel your mapping isn't landing? I teach from my private Cheltenham clinic, or I'll travel to you — wherever you are in the UK or internationally, we'll get you to the standard you're working towards.

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The Studio

A calm, considered
space to be seen.

Tucked inside Nineteen Beauty & Aesthetics in Cheltenham, the studio is deliberately private and unhurried, designed to feel less like a clinic and more like the quiet, polished room you actually want to spend time in.

Ready When You Are

Begin your permanent makeup journey in Cheltenham.

Appointments at Stevie Cosmetic Makeup are limited and personalised, I take on a small number of clients each week to ensure every treatment receives the time and attention it deserves. Reach out to arrange a complimentary consultation, ask a question, or secure your place in the diary. Whether you're ready to book or simply exploring what semi-permanent makeup could do for you, I'd love to hear from you.

Book Appointment Call +44 7984 080240
Get in Touch

Visit the Cheltenham studio.

The home of Stevie Cosmetic Makeup, a private, beautifully appointed treatment room inside Nineteen Beauty & Aesthetics, just a few minutes from Cheltenham town centre. Easy to find, easy to park, and an atmosphere designed to feel less like a clinic and more like a moment to yourself. Book by phone, by email, or through Instagram, I'll always reply personally.

Opening Hours
Monday , Saturday
9:00 AM , 6:00 PM
Sunday, By appointment