Makeup For Beginners Podcast with Natalie Setareh

A successful makeup application (which is uniquely personal) always starts with skin prep. This episode brings in Nika Ambrozic, Barcelona-based makeup artist and author of "Skin Prep for Beauty Nerds" to answer following questions: ​ What should people know about cosmetics to be better at skin prep? ​ What would people be most surprised about is a factor in skin prep? ​ What’s one of the biggest...

In this episode, I reveal how to approach a makeup look without foundation. Is it possible? Why and when is it a good idea? Check out show notes at: nataliesetareh.com/no-foundation-makeup

I recently received a really great question from someone who wants to know how they can apply foundation in a way that suits their more mature skin and covers up noticeable texture and pores. As a makeup educator who believes that makeup is for everyone, I was excited to dive in and answer this question! Show Notes/Full Blog Post:  nataliesetareh.com/mature-makeup-foundation-tips/ RESOURCES: My bo...

Want to learn how to apply eyeshadow like a pro? In today's episode, I break it down so you can start feeling more confident today! Spoiler Alert: It's not as hard as you think. Show Notes/Full Blog Post: nataliesetareh.com/how-to-apply-eyeshadow-like-a-pro RESOURCES: My book, Be Your Own Makeup Artist is foundational! (like that?) Order a copy and thank me later, this book is unlike any other mak...

5 Things I Would Never Do As A Makeup Artist

If you're curious or new to the world of makeup, you don't want to miss this episode. In today's episode, Natalie Setareh shares her coveted 4-step makeup for beginners framework. Read the show notes here: https://nataliesetareh.com/makeup-for-beginners-4-step-application/ Step 1 - Skin Step 2 - Complexion Step 3 - Eyes Step 4 - Lips *Bonus Step 5 is the most important step, not to be missed* Inte...

Ready to to learn about makeup dupes, what they are, whether or not you should buy lem? In this episode I share 5 tips to help you decide what to buy. Bonus: I share some of the most popular makeup dupes. Check out the show notes here: https://nataliesetareh.com/ makeup-dupes / ‎ RESOURCES: My book, Be Your Own Makeup Artist is foundational! (like that?) Order a copy and thank me later, this book...

Finding a perfect foundation match is easier said than done. In this episode I share three fool-proof ways to find a PROPER foundation match. To skim these tips and read a few extra bonus tips, check out the show notes here: https://nataliesetareh.com/foundation-matching/ Remember, as a pro makeup artist, I custom blend foundations for my clients 99% of the time, and have a foundation palette to d...

This week, we're talking about doing more with less by building a Capsule Makeup Bag.  We've perhaps heard of or are familiar with the capsule wardrobe but I asked my colleague and friend, Nika Ambrozic to share all about how to curate a capsule makeup bag! I personally curate capsule makeup bags for participants in my Create Your Signature Look program as well.  You can read the full sh...

Read the entire show notes here: nataliesetareh.com/depot-like-a-pro-grishan-roof Want to ask me a question? You can head over here or even leave me a voicemail and I’ll answer your questions! If you like this episode, make sure to get on my email list to receive my monthly email newsletter. Lastly, I produce this episode free for you. SUPPORT THE SHOW: If you love the content and topic, consider...

Shopping for beauty products has never been more accessible and easy -- online retailers run amazing flash sales and retailers know how much we love 'shiny' new products launches. However, my goal is to help you become a more empowered, educated, and confident consumer -- saving your precious time, money, and future frustrations from your beauty purchases. In this episode, I share 6 questions to a...

Can you believe it’s already December?! This year has been a blur, and here we are, wrapping it up. While the pandemic has unfortunately carried on, evolving into different variants, the beauty industry has also had to evolve in response to the unprecedented shift of shopping trends. There have been other changes within the beauty space as well in 2021, and I am going to share all the details with...

As many of you know or might expect, the beauty industry is a fast-paced environment with high expectations. Managing all aspects of clientele, education, and your own business can quickly become overwhelming. Cultivating the ability to find your center and maintain inner peace is essential to your success and growth, no matter what industry you are in. Celebrity Makeup Artist and Educator Nicky P...

From the vault, Natalie Setareh shares a powerful and inspiring speech from January 2020 about her non-linear journey and career path from Military Officer to Makeup Artist.  Read the show notes here. SUPPORT THE SHOW: If you are personally sick of being sold to over and over again, and your information being sold for more data to figure out how to sell to you more, consider supporting this self-f...

Environmental sustainability is the responsibility to conserve natural resources and protect global ecosystems to support health and wellbeing, now and in the future. There is a massive impact on the earth from hard-to-recycle cosmetic packaging, as well as ingredients in the products that aren’t just harmful to the planet (particularly aquatic and marine life) but also to us! It really all comes...

In this Episode of Be Your Own Makeup Artist , I talk to Tammy Parrish about Style and Beauty for going back into the workplace. This is SUCH a fun topic! Tammy shares 5 tips on getting back to the office in style and I will share some of my fav beauty tips! Read the show notes & see all the links referenced here: nataliesetareh.com/back-to-work-style Tammy Parrish is owner of The Clothing Com...

Check out the full show notes here: https://nataliesetareh.com/your-makeup-questions-answered-pt-2 The questions I answer in this episode are:  #1 As a complete beginner, what is the best way to learn how to do makeup? [03:51] https://nataliesetareh.com/skintype #2 Do you prefer a thick eyeliner or a thin eyeliner? - Madison Moore [08:09] #3 What kind of school do you have to go to to become...

Makeup for mature skin has been one of the most requested topics ever and one thing has never been more true -- the demand of makeup for people with mature skin is huge and the beauty industry keeps forgetting about them in their marketing and product development -- this is unacceptable. I invited Sonia Roselli onto the show who is the perfect expert on the subject.  If you’re a makeup artist...

Hey everyone! This is Natalie Setareh, your makeup artist and beauty coach here with another episode with the lovely and delightful Cathi Singh. In today’s episode, we are going to dig deeper into Cathi’s journey into the field of makeup artistry, the ins and outs of assisting, how to create your own way, how to manage parenting with production, and last but not least how to approach makeup and ki...

Hey everyone! This is Natalie Setareh, your makeup artist and beauty coach here a with another episode with the one and only, Rachel Lusk. She is an agency representing commercial artists specializing in luxury bridal makeup and hair. Her bridal work has been featured in publications like Vogue Japan and Vogue Weddings. Some of her commercial clients include Anthropologie’s Bridal line BHLDN, Loui...

If you’ve ever wanted to have a signature look, this episode is for you! In this special bonus, unedited & candid episode, I share six tips on how to create and hone in on your signature look. Check out the show notes here: nataliesetareh.com/signature-look-tips Want to deepen and continue this conversation? Join my Patreon to help support the content I produce! When you do, you make it possib...

Hey everyone! This is part II of the episode featuring one and only, Melissa Street. Melissa is an 8 time Emmy Award winning makeup artist for television and film - specializing in 4K, 6K and 8K Digital filming. She owns a company - Epic Makeup, and is a veteran in the industry with over 30 years experience and has worked on shows like 20/20, Larry King Live, Guidance, Playbook 360, and Nancy Grac...

Hey everyone! This is part I of the episode featuring one and only, Melissa Street. Melissa is an 8 time Emmy Award winning makeup artist for television and film - specializing in 4K, 6K and 8K Digital filming. She owns a company - Epic Makeup, and is a veteran in the industry with over 30 years experience and has worked on shows like 20/20, Larry King Live, Guidance, Playbook 360, and Nancy Grace...

In this episode, you’ll learn how to show up authentically in your beauty business. Kim shares her strategies of when, why, and how coaching can impact your business faster than doing it yourself as well as know when, why, and how makeup artists can retail products in a way that doesn’t label them as a “sell out”. Lastly, Kim discusses how to create consistent, compelling content that allows...

Colors evoke emotion and when you intentionally know how, when, where, and why to use certain colors over others -- you'll live a far more empowered and confident life. Learning about color theory and especially color theory and makeup, is going to elevate your look to the next level. You'll never be unprepared or second-guessing your choices. Yes, seriously! When it comes to color theory for make...