The Life of A Makeup Artist

Gracie J is a trained nail tech and self-taught artist who is most noted for her work as former Lead Nail Stylist for TNT's critically-acclaimed television series "CLAWS"!   She's is a creative genius, to say the least, the multifaceted beauty entrepreneur chats with us today on Stepping up your creative game. She talks about setting your rates, taking your content/work to another level, and some...

We have all heard it a million times since we were young — "don't forget to say Thank You"   The same thing can be said for now in our professional careers! We all know that if we're rejected or critiqued it can be a reaction to shrug it off or walk away, but we need to remember how we handle ourselves in those uncomfortable situations goes a long way and shows our true characteristics.   Saying a...

Katie Welch, now the Chief Marketing Officer at Rare Beauty shares her career journey of over 20 years. Katie spends her time mentoring others on TikTok and sharing what it really means to have a career in beauty. Tune in to the episode to hear the early beginnings & launch of Rare Beauty. https://www.instagram.com/katiewelch/ https://www.instagram.com/rarebeauty/ https://www.instagram.com/thelife...

Meet Desiree Rogers, the woman behind Black Opal & Fashion Fair and their iconic relaunch.  Fashion Fair was founded in 1973 and was paving the way by tailoring to dark skin tone from the get-go!  Join us as we talk about Fashion Fair's relaunch and all the amazing things the brand has been up to! https://www.instagram.com/iamthatdesiree/ https://www.instagram.com/fashionfaircosmetics/ https://www...

2022 has had quite the start for me!  Dive into today's episode where I share some insight and list out the things I wish I knew when I started out as an artist!  https://www.instagram.com/thelifeofamakeupartist/ https://www.instagram.com/jaleesajaikaran/

Gracie J is a trained nail tech and self-taught artist who is most noted for her work as former Lead Nail Stylist for TNT's critically-acclaimed television series "CLAWS" and her work with celebrities like The Editorial Nail has been featured in Glamour, NYLON, Paper Magazine, ESSENCE and many more! Join us as we talk about Gracies background has shaped her career as a nail artist and entrepreneur...

Youthforia is universal. It's the moments of utter bliss you get when you're young. Your first lip gloss. The cute text and the screenshot sent straight to the group chat. The waiting, the rush. Crushes, summer break, long chats that last till 3 a.m.   Youthforia was founded by Fiona Co Chan in 2020 right when COVID hit. She kept coming back to this idea that the best part of wearing makeup is goi...

Daniel Martin is a makeup artist who started his career in 2004. His work has graced the covers of Vogue, Marie Claire, ELLE, Interview, and Harper's Bazaar. His clients include Elisabeth Moss, Priyanka Chopra, Jessica Biel, Nina Dobrev, Michelle Yeoh, Gemma Chan, and most notably Meghan, Duchess of Sussex. Daniel shares his candid opinion on how social media has affected the beauty industry, his...

Since 1984, M∙A∙C has challenged norms, heralded diversity and pushed boundaries. Today, the HIV epidemic looks very different than it did in 1994 when M·A·C launched the VIVA GLAM campaign. How did 1 Lipstick support the health and rights for all ages, all races, all genders? Join us as we dig deeper in conversation with MAC on the story and evolution of VIVA GLAM and the newest  #keithharing  la...

Jenny Qian is the CEO and co-founder of NEWNESS, the live streaming platform for the beauty community. Newness has worked with countless brands such as Tatcha, Rare Beauty and Joanna Vargas, and many others to raise $3.5 million in funding. Before NEWNESS, Jenny spent 4.5 years at Twitch, helping to grow the company from 100 to 1,500+ employees. She founded and led 3 business departments at Twitch...

To say that 2021 was a bit of a hot mess is an understatement... Regardless though, it has been a year of immeasurable growth and I have gotten the opportunity to revamp this podcast and interview some truly amazing humans!  I cannot wait to see what 2022 brings for The Life of a Makeup Artist — Thank you all for being part of this journey  https://www.instagram.com/thelifeofamakeupartist/ https:/...

If there is one thing that changed my life, it's learning the power of following up. Getting a lot of NO's doesn't mean that you won't eventually get a YES. Today we chat about how following up can change, not only your career but also your life. https://www.instagram.com/thelifeofamakeupartist/ https://www.instagram.com/jaleesajaikaran/

Christina Funke Tegbe is the founder and creative visionary behind 54 Thrones. An African beauty brand inspired by the richness, diversity, and cultures of the continent and its people. We chat about her time on Shark Tank, taking Sephora by storm all while staying true to her roots. With 54 Thrones, Christina aspires to spread the message of the African origin of clean beauty. https://www.instagr...

Ron Robinson is the Chemist and CEO behind BeautyStat — a skincare company that is on a mission to revolutionize Vitamin C and skincare in general! Ron chats about all things ingredients. From clean beauty to essential oils, how BeautyStat didn't start out as a brand, and how much it has grown since the beginning! Join us as we talk about keeping up with life, leveling up our shelfies, and all the...

Ashley Rudder with a career of 20+ years at MAC cosmetics shares the ups and downs of transiting roles internally to now head of creators at Whalar.  Ashley gives us insight into the ever-changing landscape of the influencer space and how it relates to the beauty industry and especially beauty Pros! Join us as she shares the journey of her career and some personal life updates! https://www.instagr...

Lindsay Kastuk is a NY-based makeup artist who has worked with Condé Nast, countless magazines, and e-commerce companies. Lindsay shares her personal story of becoming and being a makeup artist & her personal struggles to get there. Join us as we celebrate Lindsay and hear her best advice for growing in beauty. https://www.instagram.com/lindsaykastuk/ https://www.instagram.com/thelifeofamakeuparti...

Ernest Robinson, the man, and artist behind the looks of Karen Nelson, Jordan Alexander, Nike, Pyer Moss, and many more shares with us his journey of how and why he got started. As many of you know, the life of a makeup artist can seem glamourous but as Ernest shares with us, it is not always easy to juggle adjusting to traveling and having a healthy work-life balance. Join us as we chat about his...

Today we chat with Rachel Estabrook on balancing work and life as being an MUA and how she decides to pick and choose which to go with - teaser...it's not easy! Rachel has committed much of her career to the theater. Building an extensive resume with working shows and gaining actors' trust in their makeup needs means that she has some stories, tips, and a wealth of knowledge to share with us in th...

From being told NO more times than she could count to building the foundation empire — Basma of Basma Beauty has worked hard to get to where she is! Built out of a need to share with others her secrets to covering her scars and finding the confidence to go out and conquer the world. With the beauty industry continually growing we chat about how Basma is positioning to stand out!  https://www.insta...

With the year coming to a speedy end, it's imperative we take a step back to set our own intentions & goals. I love celebrating others but it's important while we celebrate others, we take time to celebrate ourselves. Let this episode be that reminder.

In today's episode, we chat with Amy Liu, founder of Tower 28! We go over what it's like to build a brand and legacy, misrepresentation as an Asian American, and clean beauty. Managing it all is no job for the faint of heart but Amy shows us how she not only manages but also thrives and continues to grow in our ever-expanding and demanding industry! https://www.instagram.com/thelifeofamakeupartist...

The digital apocalypse had me thinking a lot about our behaviors with creation and consumption. With the year coming to a speedy close, I wanted to share this reminder with you. https://www.instagram.com/thelifeofamakeupartist/ https://www.instagram.com/jaleesajaikaran/

Meet Latoya Shambo, the black woman inspiring more partnerships with influencers of color. Latoya runs an influencer marketing agency called Black Girl Digital, today we join her for a candid conversation on brand deals, content, rates, and her advice for creators of all sizes. https://www.instagram.com/thelifeofamakeupartist/ https://www.instagram.com/latoyashambo/ https://www.instagram.com/black...

From Chief Merchant of Sephora USA to Founder of Valdé Beauty, Margarita Arriagada also known as the Godmother of Beauty, shares her experience, wisdom, and insight from the last three decades on everything from being an inspirational leader, mentor, and passionate developer of talent. Follow the Journey:  https://www.instagram.com/margaritaarriagada/ https://www.instagram.com/valdebeauty/   https...

One of our favorite guests has returned! LB Charles, Makeup Artist joins us to give us all the life updates song with some sound advice for makeup artists especially newcomers.  https://www.instagram.com/thelifeofamakeupartist/ https://www.instagram.com/lbcharlesbeauty/