
Become a Certified Fashion Color Analyst and learn a skill you can use for a lifetime to help clients look their best, build stronger relationships, and create an additional income stream.
Perfect for:
• Hair Stylists
• Makeup Artists
• Lash Artists
• Estheticians
• Boutique Owners
• Personal Stylists
Learn the basics, fundamentals and everything you need to know to get started in seasonal color analysis.
Hands-on training day where you'll practice on classmates and members of the public. in our St. Cloud, MN Style Studio.
Be listed in our Find an Expert page so new clients in your area can easily find you.
Complete the form below to be placed on the waiting list.

Add a service that can be offered as a standalone appointment or bundled with existing services.

Clients feel seen, understood, and more confident when they know which colors flatter them.

Offer a specialized service that most beauty and style professionals don't provide.

Once learned, color analysis becomes a skill you can use throughout your entire career.
Learn undertones, color properties, and how colors interact.
Learn to identify the colors that naturally enhance a client's features.
Learn the nuances between tonal sub-seasons.
Step-by-step process from consultation through draping.
Lighting, drapes, capes, color cards, and setup.
Pricing, session length, packaging, and introducing color analysis to clients.
We regularly receive requests for Color Analysis services outside the St. Cloud area. Many times, clients will drive 2 hours to have a color analysis done with us. We're actively seeking Certified Color Analysts in the following communities:

We've received multiple inquiries from the Bemidji area and are looking for a Certified Color Analyst to serve this growing market

We've received multiple inquiries from the Marshall area and are looking for a Certified Color Analyst to serve this growing market

We've received multiple inquiries from the Rochester area and are looking for a Certified Color Analyst to serve this growing market

We've received multiple inquiries from the Alexandria area and are looking for a Certified Color Analyst to serve this growing market

We regularly hear from individuals in the Duluth area who would like professional Color Analysis services closer to home.

We've received multiple inquiries from the Mankato area and are looking for a Certified Color Analyst to serve this growing market

We've received multiple inquiries from the West metro of the Twin Cities area and are looking for a Certified Color Analyst to serve this growing market

The Brainerd Lakes Area continues to be a popular destination for shopping, beauty, and personal services. We're looking for a local Color Analyst to serve this growing market.

Learn the fundamentals of professional Color Analysis through guided video lessons, handouts, and self-paced training modules.

Gain hands-on experience practicing on classmates and real volunteers while receiving guidance from an experienced Color Analyst. Build confidence in your skills, ask questions, and learn the nuances that can only be mastered through real-world practice. Additional practice days are available should you ever want a refresher or extra experience.

After certification, you'll be listed in the Best Me 360 Find an Expert directory, helping potential clients locate trained color analysts in their area.

Everything you need to start doing Color Analysis sessions. Includes four season drapes, 2 white capes, color cards to hand out to clients, and full spectrum lights.
While technology can help identify a likely color season, many clients still value the experience of working with a trained professional who can answer questions, provide guidance, and help them understand how to apply their results in everyday life.
A Color Analysis session is often more than an evaluation of colors. It can be a self-care experience that helps clients feel seen, heard, understood, and more confident in their appearance.
At Best Me 360, we believe the experience is just as important as the result.
As part of your Color Analyst Certification, you'll also receive access to our Client Focused Communication Certification Course.
This training teaches professionals how to:
✓ Build stronger client relationships
✓ Ask thoughtful questions
✓ Listen for what clients truly want
✓ Create a welcoming, judgment-free experience
✓ Increase client loyalty and referrals
The combination of Color Analysis expertise and Client Focused Communication helps you deliver an experience that goes beyond simply identifying a client's season.
Value: $159
After certification, you'll be eligible for a profile in the Best Me 360 Find an Expert directory.
In addition to Color Analysis, your profile can showcase the other services you offer, including:
✓ Hair Services
✓ Makeup Artistry
✓ Lash Services
✓ Esthetic Services
✓ Personal Styling
✓ Boutique Services
✓ Other Beauty & Style Services
Your profile can also include a picture, short bio, and one link to your website or booking page. Optional is a more robust profile page including booking links, multiple links to social media accounts and longer bio is available for an added monthly fee.
Our goal is to help consumers discover qualified professionals and learn about the full range of services they offer.
Many communities have dozens of hair stylists, makeup artists, and estheticians—but very few professionals trained in seasonal color analysis.
✓ Complete Online Certification Program
✓ Full-Day In-Person Practicum
✓ Starter Kit
✓ Client Focused Communication Certification
✓ Directory Listing Eligibility
✓ Future Practicum Refreshers
Certification Program: $2,200
Enroll before August 28, 2026 and receive a $400 tuition discount.
Your Investment: $1,800
Live In-Person Training Days will be announced in July.
No. Once certified, you own your business and set your own pricing. Best Me 360 does not take a commission or percentage of your Color Analysis sessions.
No. After certification, you are free to purchase replacement or upgraded equipment from any source. While Best Me 360 may offer recommended tools and supplies, there are no ongoing purchase requirements.
Your certification includes comprehensive online training with video lessons, handouts, and learning modules designed to teach you the fundamentals of professional Color Analysis.
You'll also attend a full-day, hands-on practicum where you'll practice on classmates and members of the public while receiving guidance from an experienced Color Analyst. This is your opportunity to apply what you've learned, ask questions, and build confidence in your skills.
We understand that everyone learns at a different pace. If you would like additional practice, you're welcome to attend future practicum sessions as a refresher or to gain more hands-on experience.
Our goal is not simply to certify you—we want you to feel comfortable and confident performing Color Analysis sessions on your own clients.
Yes. You may continue operating under your existing salon, studio, boutique, or personal brand while promoting your Best Me 360 Color Analyst Certification.
No. Your starter kit includes everything you need to begin offering Four Season Color Analysis sessions, including drapes, capes, color cards, and full-spectrum lighting.
As your confidence and experience grow, you may choose to expand your toolkit by purchasing additional capes, upgrading your lighting, or investing in a complete 12-Season drape system. However, these upgrades are entirely optional and are not required to begin performing professional Color Analysis sessions.
No. At this time, Best Me 360 Color Analyst Certification does not require annual renewal fees or recertification requirements.
However, we encourage certified professionals to continue developing their skills through practice, advanced training opportunities, and ongoing education as the industry evolves.
At the time of this writing, the State of Minnesota does not require a specific license to perform Color Analysis services.
Because regulations can vary by state, county, and municipality, it is always recommended that you verify any business, licensing, or tax requirements with your local government before offering services to the public.
Best Me 360 does not provide legal or licensing advice, and students are responsible for complying with any local requirements that may apply to their business.
While AI can analyze a photo, it cannot replace the experience of a thoughtful, one-on-one consultation.
Many clients come to a Color Analysis session with questions about shopping, confidence, personal style, eyewear, makeup, hair color, professional appearance, and self-image. They value having a knowledgeable professional who can explain the results, answer questions, and help them understand how to apply their colors in everyday life.
At Best Me 360, we train Color Analysts to deliver an experience—not just a result.
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