Hair Cutting
From the four basic forms to advanced short-hair techniques. Tools, client analysis, balance and the full cutting workshop series on solid, graduated and layered forms.
Pivot Point International · Karachi Campus
Learn the why
behind the how.
Karachi's campus of the world's most trusted name in beauty education. Professional hair cutting, hair color and makeup courses, taught hands-on the Pivot Point way for over sixty years worldwide.
Our beauty school is about you. We believe in people and their potential to take a passion for the crafts of cosmetology and esthetics and elevate them to an art.
60+Years of Pivot Point education worldwide
3Signature professional programs
10Days to a certified makeup artist
12Free video tutorials by our educators
01 · The Programs
Three crafts.
Taught from the inside out.
Every program follows the Pivot Point method: master the theory, understand the why, then build the hands-on precision that salons hire for.
Hair Color
Depth, tone and the chemistry behind every formula. Identify existing color, master lighteners and dyes, and finish with practical color workshops for women and men.
Professional Makeup
A ten-day certification that moves from color theory and skin prep to Eastern bridal, theatrical 3D and full cut crease artistry, ending with assessment and your certificate.
"Knowing how only results in technical skills. Knowing why allows you the freedom to create." Leo PassageFounder, Pivot Point International
02 · The Method
For more than sixty years, Pivot Point International has trained beauty professionals across the globe by teaching the why behind the how. Graduates leave with knowledge beyond the basics and the confidence to build real careers.
The Karachi campus brings that same method, curriculum and standard to Pakistan, with the latest techniques, technology and materials, taught hands-on in mentored classes.
About the Academy
05 · Access
Talent first.
Scholarships for creatives.
Pivot Point Pakistan is on a mission to empower creatives to create their best possible work. Performance-based, Fulbright and Financial scholarships are offered for hair and makeup programs.
Every applicant is treated as a unique case, with a final interview to showcase personality and work before a decision is made.
06 · Questions
Asked often.
Three signature programs: the Hair Cutting Course, the Hair Color Course and the 10-day Professional Makeup Course, all taught with the Pivot Point International method.
Ten days, moving from color theory and sanitation through Eastern bridal, theatrical and cut crease artistry, with final assessment and certificate distribution on day ten.
Every program builds from the fundamentals up, starting with tools, safety and theory before advanced technique. Speak to admissions about the right starting point for you. For scholarships, professional experience is preferred but not mandatory.
Yes. Performance-based, Fulbright and Financial scholarships are offered for hair and makeup programs. A Bachelor's degree is required for the performance-based route. See the scholarship criteria or call 0306 7700413.
3rd Floor 16C, Lane 2, Ittehad Commercial Area, Khayaban-e-Nishat, DHA Phase 6, Karachi. Campus tours can be booked through the contact page.
Use the online registration form, call 0306 7700413 or message the academy on WhatsApp. Admissions will confirm current fees, batch dates and your starting date.
Ready to learn the why?
Batches fill quickly. Reserve your seat or ask us anything on WhatsApp.