The Life of a Makeup Artist is a beauty podcast that gives you a real insider look (with no filters!) on how artists really live. The Life of a Makeup Artist digs deeper to inspire, educate and elevate! From beauty talk to business chats with industry insiders and founders. Join host, Jaleesa Jaikaran as she shares her experiences as a Caribbean woman living and working in New York City - taking you on the journey she's on and sharing the stories of the people she meets along the way.
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EP. 143: Unforgettable Moments on This Season of The Life of a Makeup Artist
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47:38The best moments of The Life of a Makeup Artist in 2024. Join host and professional makeup artist Jaleesa Jaikaran as she shares her favorite memories of 2024, including having dream guests on the podcast. WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/zgDsINk2DuU JALEESA'S INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/jaleesajaikaran/ THE LIFE OF A MAKEUP ARTIST INSTA…
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EP. 142: Charlotte Palermino Championing Skincare and Building Dieux with a Purpose
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35:37Your perfect skincare routine has arrived! Join host and professional makeup artist Jaleesa Jaikaran as she chats with skincare expert and co-founder of Dieux Charlotte Palermino. Charlotte shares her go-to winter skincare routine, how you can create the perfect skincare routine for yourself, and the must-have ingredients to look for if you're deal…
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It's time to stop doubting yourself and take up some space, hunnies! Join host and professional makeup artist Jaleesa Jaikaran as she opens up about her own journey with self-doubt and shares the five steps she took to start showing up unapologetically every single day. It's time to start giving yourself permission to shine, celebrating your wins, …
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EP. 140: The Journey to Becoming A Dermatologist with Dr. Ingleton
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48:40Skincare tips for people of color from none other than Dr. Rose Ingleton. Join host and professional makeup artist Jaleesa Jaikaran as she speaks to celebrity dermatologist Dr. Ingleton about the skincare needs of people of color. The two discuss what to do about hyperpigmentation, Dr. Ingleton's skincare line ROSE Ingleton MD, social media skincar…
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EP. 139: 2024's Beauty Must-Haves for Your Makeup Bag
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8:22The best beauty products of 2024. Join host and professional makeup artist Jaleesa Jaikaran as she shares her favorite beauty products she has used this year. These are products that Jaleesa uses in both her personal and professional makeup kit that you'll want to add to yours, too! JALEESA'S INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/jaleesajaikaran/ TH…
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EP. 138: Mastering Your Skincare Routine with Bryce Anthony
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44:22These are the skincare myths you need to stop listening to. Join host and professional makeup artist Jaleesa Jaikaran as she sits down with Bryce Anthony, a former celebrity wardrobe stylist turned esthetician. Bryce shares his journey into skincare, discussing the challenges he faced as a Black male esthetician, the importance of specializing in B…
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EP. 137: The Art of the Pivot: How Joseph Carrillo Reinvented Himself as a Sought-After Sculptor
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41:33An inside look at face sculpting. Join host and professional makeup artist Jaleesa Jaikaran as she speaks with none other than the Facial Sculptor, Joseph Carrillo, who has made a name for himself working with high-profile brands like Fenty, Byrdie Beauty, and Huda Beauty. Joseph shares his personal journey, revealing the pivotal moment that inspir…
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EP. 136: Motherhood, Makeup and Making It All Work with Annya Weekes
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51:51What it takes to perfect bridal makeup and become a lash artist. Join host and professional makeup artist Jaleesa Jaikaran as she speaks with professional makeup artist and lash expert Annya Weekes, AKA "The Glam Beast" about her unique path of going from a singer-songwriter in Trinidad to a successful beauty entrepreneur in the U.S. Annya shares h…
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EP. 135: Wake Up Boo - 5 Products You're Sleeping On
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9:19The best beauty products to add to your makeup bag right now! Join host and professional makeup artist Jaleesa Jaikaran as she dives into her five favorite makeup and beauty products she's using on herself and her clients. Jaleesa shares the OG products that never disappoint her and come in her makeup kit on a regular basis, and these should be in …
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EP. 134: Inside The Mind of Mario Dedivanovic
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1:01:41What it takes to become a world-renowned makeup artist. Join host and professional makeup artist Jaleesa Jaikaran as she speaks with the iconic Mario Dedivanovic about how he became one of the most influential celebrity makeup artists. Mario shares what skills are necessary for makeup artists to work with VIP clients and how to build a successful b…
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EP. 133: Growing a Beauty Brand with Ami Colé's Diarrha N'Diaye
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53:10Why being told no can be a blessing. Join host and professional makeup artist Jaleesa Jaikaran as she sits with founder and CEO of Ami Colé, Diarrha N'Diaye-Mbaye. The two dig into her brand's incredible journey over the past two years, discussing the challenges of navigating "no's" and the thrill of seeing a brand thrive. Diarrha also discusses sh…
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EP. 132: The Heart and Artistry Behind Makeup Artist Rokael Lizama
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53:05Getting to know celebrity makeup artist Rokael Lizama. Join host and professional makeup artist Jaleesa Jaikaran as she catches up with the world-renowned makeup artist to discuss how Rokael launched Rokael Beauty, dealt with unsupportive parents, and how he stays inspired. Plus, Rokael answers your burning questions live! Rokael is a top celebrity…
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EP. 131: From the Break to the Bounce Back: What’s Next?
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17:00What is the life of a makeup artist really like? Host and professional makeup artist Jaleesa Jaikaran opens this new season by sharing the highlights, including an exciting launch announcement, and the lowlights of her life. Tune in to catch up on what's been going on with Jaleesa and the exciting things she has coming up! Join our backstage crew f…
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EP. 130: A 30 year career in beauty with MAC Makeup Icon, Romero Jennings
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43:30Staying creative as a makeup artist. Host and professional makeup artist Jaleesa Jaikaran sits with professional makeup artist Romero Jennings to discuss how makeup artists can stay creative even when it feels hard. Romero also shares his best advice on skin prep before applying makeup. Join our backstage crew for all the secret content and exclusi…
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EP. 129: How Danessa Myricks is Pioneering Change in the Beauty Industry
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49:49Creating innovative makeup products and improving diversity in makeup is an ongoing mission for Danessa. Host and professional makeup artist Jaleesa Jaikaran is honored to have the legendary Danessa Myricks, a makeup artist, photographer, and entrepreneur, sharing her incredible journey in the beauty industry. Discover how Danessa went from develop…
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EP. 128: The "Skin Doll" Sean Garrette on Navigating the Beauty Industry
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43:56Starting in New York and becoming a renowned skincare expert. Professional artist and host Jaleesa Jaikaran sits with skincare expert the "skin doll" Sean Garrette to chat about his journey from fashion to beauty, including his experience with Dior and working as a Fenty Skin ambassador. They discuss his favorite skincare brands and trends, his app…
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EP. 127: In Conversation with Stylist & Content Creator Tahira Foster
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44:25It is possible to turn your love of fashion into a full-time career as a content creator. Host and professional makeup artist Jaleesa Jaikaran sits with New York City-based content creator Tahira Foster to discuss Tahira's journey into content creation, her love for fashion, insights on upcoming trends for Autumn/Winter 2024, and her favorite beaut…
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EP. 126: The Power Of Minding Your Business
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11:29Career and life lessons from a professional makeup artist. Join host and professional makeup artist Jaleesa Jaikaran as she shares some of the greatest lessons she has learned throughout her life and in her 10+ years as a makeup artist. JALEESA'S INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/jaleesajaikaran/ THE LIFE OF A MAKEUP ARTIST INSTAGRAM: https://ww…
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EP. 125: Hairstylist David Lopez on The Power of a Pivot
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42:17Tips to stay creative and inspired when working in the beauty industry. Host and professional makeup artist Jaleesa Jaikaran is joined by celebrity hairstylist and beauty professional David Lopez to chat about their extensive career in the beauty industry. Find out how David stays ahead of trends and how he became such a sought-after hairstylist. J…
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EP. 124: The Content Creator Round Table
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1:17:12The best advice from fashion and beauty content creators. Host and professional makeup artist is joined by beauty influencer Alyssa J and professional makeup artist Karol Rodriguez to peel back the layers of what it's really like to be a content creator. JALEESA'S INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/jaleesajaikaran/ THE LIFE OF A MAKEUP ARTIST INS…
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EP. 123: The Business of Beauty Marketing with Anthonino Olimpio
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30:18The best way to approach marketing in the beauty industry. Join host and professional makeup artist Jaleesa Jaikaran as she speaks with Estee Lauder's global brand strategy expert Anthonino Olimpio about managing a career in PR and influencer marketing. Find out what Anthonino has learned through his experience in global brand strategy that makeup …
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EP. 122: Breaking Boundaries with Cyrus Vessi
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39:02Find out what it takes to work with luxury brands as a fashion and beauty creator. Host and professional makeup artist Jaleesa Jaikaran is joined by marketing consultant Cyrus Veyssi about making it as a creator. Cyrus gives their insight as a consultant on how creators can work with more brands and how they can land luxury brand deals. JALEESA'S I…
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EP. 121: Educating & Elevating the Beauty Elite with Sonia Elyss
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45:10The inside scoop on being a successful beauty content creator. Host and professional makeup artist Jaleesa Jaikaran sits down with beauty marketing consultant and creator mentor Sonia Elyss to chat about how beauty creators can land brand deals and build long-term partnerships. Tune in and learn to maximize your influence as a beauty creator. Don't…
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EP. 120: Wake Up Boo - 5 Products You're Sleeping On
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11:19The best beauty products of 2024 thus far. Join professional makeup artist and host Jaleesa Jaikaran as she shares some of her favorite products that she's keeping in her makeup kit. Which ones will you add to yours? JALEESA'S INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/jaleesajaikaran/ THE LIFE OF A MAKEUP ARTIST INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thel…
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EP. 119: In Conversation with Jessica Cruel, Editor-in-Chief of Allure Magazine
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38:29The beauty industry is changing and you've got to keep up. Host and professional makeup artist Jaleesa Jaikaran speaks with Allure's Editor-in-Chief, Jessica Cruel, about diversity and inclusion in the beauty industry and the future of beauty and fashion. JALEESA'S INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/jaleesajaikaran/ THE LIFE OF A MAKEUP ARTIST IN…
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The Life of A Makeup Artist is back. Host and professional makeup artist Jaleesa Jaikaran kicks off the new season by sharing one of the keys to her success and celebrates 11 years of living in New York City. JALEESA'S INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/jaleesajaikaran/ THE LIFE OF A MAKEUP ARTIST INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thelifeofama…
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As we close this incredible season, I'm deeply grateful for your support and thrilled by the fantastic guests and beauty insights we've shared. Stay tuned for our upcoming season, promising more amazing guests, industry trends, and surprises during our short break. Don't forget to follow us on social media for behind-the-scenes exclusives, and join…
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EP. 116: A Moment with Shiseido’s Global Artistic Director James Boehmer
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58:35What to know before you start creating beauty products. Professional makeup artist and podcast host Jaleesa Jaikaran speaks with James Boehmer about product development as he shares his experience in creating some game-changing beauty products. James also shares tips he's learned throughout his extensive career in the beauty industry. SHOP ALL THE …
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Lessons learned throughout a career as a makeup artist. Podcast host and professional makeup artist Jaleesa Jaikaran shares how she reclaims her time to reduce feelings of overwhelm and anxiousness. She shares what she does to find inspiration and care for her health when life gets busy so she can continue to be productive and thrive in her career …
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EP. 114: From Model to Makeup Artist & Beauty Executive with Cynde Watson
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39:18The career path of a successful makeup artist. Host and professional makeup artist Jaleesa Jaikaran speaks with Cynde Watson about her career in the makeup industry. They discuss the big name brands Cynde has worked with (like Bobbi Brown), fashion week, and the key things to remember when doing different styles of makeup. Cynde also gives listener…
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EP. 113: Wake Up Boo - 5 Products You're Sleeping On
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10:17The top 5 products you need in your makeup bag. Makeup artist and host Jaleesa Jaikaran shares her favorite beauty products right now. These products are perfect for makeup artists or anyone who likes beauty and doing their makeup — including beginners. Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/kogxYJ75_H4 SHOP ALL THE ITEMS MENTIONED: ht…
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EP. 112: Makeup Artist Round Table Part Two
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46:07Beauty insights from the top beauty experts! Host and professional makeup artist Jaleesa Jaikaran is joined by some of the most prominent names in the beauty industry to discuss beauty trends for 2024, finding success in the beauty industry, their favorite beauty products, and so much more. Tune in for advice to get you through any stage in your ca…
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EP. 111: Makeup Artist Round Table - Part One
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59:49Beauty insights from the top beauty experts! Host and professional makeup artist Jaleesa Jaikaran is joined by some of the most prominent names in the beauty industry to discuss beauty trends for 2024, finding success in the beauty industry, their favorite beauty products, and so much more. Tune in for advice to get you through any stage in your ca…
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EP. 110: How To Get Invited To Beauty Events
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9:41How to get invited to events in the beauty industry. Host Jaleesa Jaikaran shares her experience as a makeup artist and what she's done to get invited to PR events. She shares her top 3 tips to get invited to your favorite events in the beauty industry. WATCH the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/gSQ6wL5OFcY JALEESA'S INSTAGRAM: https://www…
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EP. 109: Two Decades of Beauty - A Journey with Senior MAC Artist Fatima Thomas
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50:22How beauty has changed over time. In this episode, host Jaleesa Jaikaran and senior MAC makeup artist Fatima Thomas talk about beauty trends over the last 20 years. The two discuss beauty rules that have been broken and how the beauty industry has changed so drastically. Fatima also clears some misconceptions about MAC products and gives beauty and…
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EP. 108: Tiffany Leigh Patton on Career Longevity & Switching Paths
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31:53What does a career in beauty really look like? Host Jaleesa Jaikaran and makeup artist Tiffany Leigh Patton discuss the career path of a successful makeup artist. Tiffany shares when and why she decided to make certain career shifts and gives advice to parents who work in the beauty industry. WATCH the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/GHsH…
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Career advice if you want to become a makeup artist. Host Jaleesa Jaikaran's DMs are filled with people asking questions like how to become a successful makeup artist or how to change the industry they do makeup for. Jaleesa does a deep dive into all your questions about the beauty industry and how you can have a successful career as a makeup artis…
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EP. 106: PillowtalkDerm Dr. Shereene Idriss - Answering Tiktok’s Most Asked Questions
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34:41The best skincare products according to your skin type. Host Jaleesa Jaikaran speaks with Dr. Shereene Idriss of PillowtalkDerm about the vast number of skincare products available and how you can choose the best products for your skin. Dr. Shereene Idriss shares the best ingredients consumers should be on the lookout for and how to create a custom…
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EP. 105: Marcelo Gutierrez on Becoming Fashion's Most Wanted Makeup Artist
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49:13Creating the ultimate career as a makeup artist. Host Jaleesa Jaikaran is joined by Marcelo Gutierrez to discuss his incredible journey into the world of fashion and becoming a sought-after makeup artist. Marcelo shares his journey from starting in New York, working as a waiter, the hurdles he faced throughout his career, and how he overcame them t…
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EP. 104: Welcome Back! Here's What You Missed!
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9:39Advancing your career as a makeup artist can be challenging. Host Jaleesa Jaikaran discusses the struggles of working your butt off in your career and (seemingly) nothing happening. She shares how everything can add up to something huge, including a huge announcement she makes on this episode. WATCH the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/xI4…
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EP. 103: Danielle Gray talks Fillers, Botox & Not Giving A D*mn About Other Peoples Opinions
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29:17In this episode, we sit down with content creator and beauty expert Danielle Gray to discuss her thoughts on the taboo surrounding filler and Botox. Danielle shares her own experiences with cosmetic treatments and provides valuable insights & shares her opinions on this controversial topic. With the rise of social media and the constant pressure to…
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EP. 102: Makeup Artist Nick Barose Shares What It's Really Like to Have Over 25 Years of Experience in Beauty
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49:06With over 20 years of experience, Nick Barose sits down with The Life of a Makeup Artist to share his beginnings in Thailand and how his interest in fashion led him to assist the great Kevyn Aucoin now leading him into his own legacy, a trusted artist to many stars Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Lupita Nyong'o & Kim Cattrall to name a few. Nick is known to be ca…
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EP. 101: Winter Skincare Edit with Style And Beauty Doc, Danielle Gray
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27:21We’re in full swing of winter and with colder months comes a change in humidity, exposure to indoor heaters, and blustery winds that actually can make skin feel super dry. To guard against cold weather-induced concerns like dryness and flaky skin today we chat with The Style & Beauty Doc, Danielle Gray to help us with her expert advice and recommen…
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Sometimes you need to put your own self in check. In today's episode listen in how I had to get myself together using the power of perspective. As we enter 2023, I want us to remember that we have the power in our hands as to how our lives & careers go. Sure, somethings will happen and some won’t but I truly believe we are all on the path that is m…
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EP. 99: Yu Ling Wu on Beauty, Social Media & Life After ‘The Circle’
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1:12:37Yu Ling Wu, makeup enthusiast, creator & social media strategist and Netflix’s The Circle alumni sits down to chat with us on life before and after being on the show that become her stepping stone. Yu Ling, grew up in California and like many, moved to NYC to pursue her dreams of course, the ride did not come without its ups and downs. Join us as Y…
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Ep. 98: Why Culturally-Conscious Skincare is the Future with Pholk Beauty
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44:12A Southerner, a vegan skincare expert, traveller, and former African Diaspora historian - Niambi Cacchioli built Pholk Beauty as not only a skincare brand that weaves together not only culturally-conscious products but also one that targets specific skin issues. Niambi takes us back to her days playing in makeup, getting her esthetician license and…
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Ep. 97: Wake Up Boo - 5 Products You're Sleeping On
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9:20The best recommendations comes from close friends and that’s what I consider of all you. These 5 products you do not want to be sleeping on in 2023! I've been loving these beauty favs for the last few months. Sign up for SECRET episodes: https://successful-leader-5435.ck.page/73b9ad1fe4 Watch this episode: https://youtu.be/O92lE3VXwrg Find the podc…
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EP. 96: A Professional Makeup Organizer? How Grishan Roof became Depot Chopra
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31:05Grishan Roof is a pro makeup artist and professional kit curator. In todays episode we touch base with the guru herself on how her career as a caretaker brought her into the world of beauty. Grishan travels across the US depotting the kits of Beyonce’s MUA, Sir John, Rihanna’s MUA, Priscilla Ono, Ariana Grande’s MUA, Michael Anthony and even mine! …
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EP. 95: Erin Parsons - An Uncensored Conversation on the Beauty Industry & Beyond
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42:36Erin Parsons is a professional makeup artist who is known for her work in the fashion and beauty industry. In today’s episode she peels back the layers of her early years in NYC, her years of working on team Pat McGrath & how the last few years has changed her perspective on her career as a makeup artist. Erin has worked with numerous high-profile …
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The Life of a Makeup Artist has has an incredible year and we have both you and our amazing guests to thank. To rest and reset for 2023, this is our last episode for the year but there are other ways to get your LOAMA fix. We're in the middle of our Youtube roll out and in 1 week you can also catch us on Tiktok. I'm so excited for what the new year…
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