Treasure House of Makeup

Treasure House of Makeup: professional and theatrical makeup distribution in the UK

Treasure House of Makeup is a British supplier of professional, theatrical, special effects (SFX) and media makeup. The company presents itself as the exclusive UK distributor of the Mehron and Ben Nye brands, serving artists, performers, educators and creative professionals nationwide.

Founded in February 2007 and based in Cheshire, in the Greater Manchester area, it describes itself as a family-run business with decades of combined industry experience. Its activity combines product sales with technical advice and customer service.

Brands and catalogue

The company distributes the full ranges of Mehron and Ben Nye, and in 2013 it launched Mehron UK as the official exclusive distributor of the entire Mehron line in the UK. It also sells products from other firms such as Kryolan, Bdellium, Ripper FX, Woochie, PPI, Bperfect, Jordane Cosmetics, Delilah Cosmetics, Dominic Paul, JessFX, Eyebrow Queen and Pro Hygiene, along with its own Treasure House Glitter line.

The catalogue covers professional and high-definition beauty makeup, theatrical and stage makeup, special effects, body paint and prosthetics, as well as tools, brushes and accessories. Featured categories include eye, cheek, complexion and lip makeup; glitter and pigments; airbrush; concealers and palettes; dance makeup; foundations and makeup palettes; tattoo cover-up products; makeup bags and mixing palettes; complete professional kits; wigs and hairpieces; and a broad SFX section with fake blood, body and face paints, vampire, skeleton, zombie, creepy clown and witch makeup, as well as airbrush tools, adhesives and removers, powders, waxes, flesh and putty, clown prosthetics, bald caps and bruise kits.

The range is also organised by brand and by application: hygiene, brush sets, artist essentials, body and face paint, Halloween kits, film makeup, bridal kits, theatre and SFX, drag queen makeup, fashion and professional beauty, cosplay, wig making and dressing, and college kits.

Applications and customers

The products are formulated to withstand the demands of live performances, with long wear, vibrant colours and good coverage under intense lighting. The company states that they are suitable for stage, television, film and special effects, among other uses. It also notes that it works with professionals and institutions across the UK, from an individual makeup artist to a college or a full production, and that its products are cruelty-free and vegan wherever possible.

The company states that its products are used in film and television productions, theatre stages, fashion weeks and training academies across the UK.

Professional accounts and discounts

Treasure House of Makeup offers specific programmes for professionals. The website advertises a trade account with 51% off retail prices, and a pro account with access to wholesale prices. A 15% pro discount code (HELLOPRO) is also shown.

Team and advice

The company has a trained team that provides advice across all areas of professional makeup. Through ongoing training, product testing and collaboration with industry professionals, it aims to offer reliable guidance to its customers.

Editorial content

The site maintains a blog with ideas and recommendations for using its products in different projects.

Location and contact

23 Haigh Park, Whitehill Industrial Estate, Stockport, SK4 1QR · Phone: 0161 476 1115 · Email: sales@thmakeup.co.uk