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There aremakeup artists, and then there’sSir John.

The Harlem-born beauty professional’s impeccable artistry and endearing energy have placed him in a league of his own.

makeup artist sir john taking a selfie on tan backdrop

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But I like to use theGold Bond Age Renew Crepe Corrector Body Lotionon my neck and body.

Sometimes, I’ll add a body illuminator on top of it.

TheUltimate Healing Hand Creamis bomb as well.

Sir John holding Gold Bond lotion

Gold Bond

I wash my hands a lot, so they’re always dry."

I juice kale because it can help with circulation and make a detoxifying watermelon fresca.

Sometimes, we all need a littleconcealer, too.

I useSaie Beauty’s Slip Tint Radiant All-Over Concealer."

I coined the term ‘dopamine glam’ to describe the era we’re in now.

It’s about finding what speaks to you, even if it isn’t popular."

But, one highlight that has happened so far is doing theCR Fashion Bookcovers with Beyonce.

I love seeing her, and she gets me into such a creative space.

Working withSports Illustratedand getting to art direct the makeup was also fun.

I’m also doing podcasts, like Brooke Devard’sNaked Beauty Podcast."

I want to ensure I’m not accumulating trauma.

I ask myself daily questions like, ‘What am I feeling?’

or ‘What do I need to let go of?'"