5 makeup artists you need to follow on Instagram
Once the unsung heroes who worked their magic on the rich and famous behind the scenes, many makeup artists have now made the transformation to online celeb status in their own right.
Their ‘before’ and ‘after’ pictures of clients win the envy and admiration of worldwide followers and celebrities alike.
And if beauty really is in the eye of the beholder…they know how to capture the eye and turn beauty into a brand!
Here’s Sarona Reddy's #FollowFriday list of five makeup artists that will add some ‘wow’ factor to your Instagram feed - plus give you a few tips on how to look your best while they're at it.
Huda Kattan @hudabeauty
With a following of 1.7million, she is one of the Middle East’s top bloggers and she easily tops our list as the most influential makeup artist. Even if you are not that big into makeup tricks and trends, she really can inspire you with small life changing tips in your daily makeup routine. Born in the US, she is of Iraqi descent and now lives in Dubai. With those almond eyes and killer brows, she compares to the looks and style of Kim Kardashian. She balances a high standard of aesthetic beauty while sounding very easy going.. Huda recently launched her line of false eyelashes that have become a top selling product among makeup artists worldwide.
Mally Roncal @mallybeauty
This New York based celebrity makeup artist is also the founder of her own cosmetic line, Mally Beauty. She has worked on the faces of Beyonce, Rihanna and Jeniffer Lopez - to name a few. Inspired by her late mum’s style and glamour, she in turn inspires women around the world with her makeup artistry.
Renny Vasquez @RennyVasquez
This award-winning celebrity makeup artist is incredibly talented with dark skinned women. He has done the faces of ‘ordinary’ women as well as well-known faces such as Brandy, Nia Long and Kelly Rowland. Apart from appearing on TV shows such as The View, Good Morning America and many others, this colour cosmetics guru also scores a cool 210 000 followers on the social network.
Stephy Ramokoni @stephythemakeupartist
This South African makeup artist works on some of our local TV personalities and celebs such as Lorna Maseko, Nhlanhla Nciza and socialite Uyanda Mbuli. While she doesn’t have a website, her Instagram account seems to attract high profile clients. But gauging from her posts, she is so much more than her face value; she exudes a confident and inspirational energy that reveals a talented woman of substance.
Neil Ramautar @neilramautar
This Durban based MUA is as feisty, fashion forward and dramatic as it gets! It isn’t any wonder that he proudly calls his brand ‘Dramaqueen’. Apart from being entertaining and full of swagger, he is actually incredibly talented. He works largely with Indian brides, Swazi princesses and local TV personalities, transforming ordinary women into divine beauties.
(Thumbnail image: Via Instagram.com/hudabeauty)