@sirjohn
Fact:Black makeup artistshave been breaking boundaries in the industry since the beginning.
For that, they deserve to be celebrated.
Keep reading to see the Black celebrity makeup artists who are redefining beauty standards in Hollywood.
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Sir John
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Sir Johnis Queen Bey’s trusted makeup artist.
In other words, the man’s got gifted hands.
He got his start training under industry icons Charlotte Tilbury and Pat McGrath.
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Now you’re able to catch him on the big screen for his new TV showAmerican Beauty Star.
Beauty junkiesus includedstay on our toes over the latest launches of her coveted cosmetics line Pat McGrath Labs.
Nowadays, he works with Queen Latifah and Vanessa Williams.
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She’s been Henson’s go-to MUA for years for her skillful artistry and impressive blending.
She is also is the founder of Ashunta Sheriff Beauty.
Michael Anthony
@katyperry
No one nails a glitter cat eye faster thanMichael Anthony.
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Her work has appeared on the runway stages of top fashion designers, in editorials, and beauty campaigns.
She is also the founder of Crowned By Moshoodat, a line of bedazzled headpieces fit for royalty.
His contributions to the beauty industry will never be forgotten.
- Rest in peace and power.
her line of high-quality, handcrafted false lashes, Elora Lane, is seriously indulging).
Celebrity makeup artistKeita Moore’s red carpet-worthy makeup looks, of course.
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Moore got his start with an art background then moved on to working at a MAC makeup counter.
If you’re a fan of airbrush makeup, Moore’s work will serve up some major inspiration.
Mali Magic
@kingmalimagic
We can’t stop screen-shottingMali Magic’s out-of-this-world work.
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Celebrities like Tiffany Haddish, Niecy Nash, and Nicki Minaj have all sat in her makeup chair.
Jerry Johnson
@mercier_mua_jerry
Skin, skin, skin.
Johnson is also the official makeup artist for Laura Mercier Cosmetics.
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Porsche Cooper
@porschefabulous
Porsche Cooper’s refined approach to beauty makes for some pin-worthy looks.
Machhausens makeup career highlights also include serving as a Chanel US makeup artist for the past three years.
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