At some point, routine will set in everywhere. When it comes to make-up, too, you get used to the same routine: concealer under the eyes, eyeshadow on the lids, a bit of color on the lips. A well-timed program that we do day after day.
Daring to try something new in between brings variety to the beauty routine. Because there are so many makeup options! You can get the necessary inspiration directly from the professionals on Instagram.
Mona Leanne
For four years she was the assistant to the legendary make-up artist Pat McGrath (51). Today, Mona Leanne is a big name herself. She became self-employed and has already worked with musicians like Anne-Marie (30). Leanne has also worked for designer Vivienne Westwood (80). The British make-up artist discovered her passion for make-up at an early age: as a child she would spend entire weekends trying out new looks on herself.
Pat McGrath
Anyone who deals with beauty on social media will eventually come across Pat McGrath. She is, so to speak, the mother of all make-up Instagrammers and cannot be left out of this list. Despite her celebrity, she often supports smaller make-up artists and shares posts from them.
When it comes to her own creations, “more is more”. So if you like avant-garde runway looks and a lot of glitter, the pictures of the British make-up artist legend should not be missing in the feed. McGrath now has her own beauty label, and magazines like Vogue have described her as one of the most influential make-up artists in the world. In 2019, she even included “The Times” in the list of the 100 most influential people.
Ammy Drammeh
Ammy Drammeh is definitely something to keep an eye on. Only recently she was allowed to make up the actress Thandiwe Newton (48) for the cover of the British “Vogue” edition. Drammeh works regularly with big brands like Mulberry or Gucci.
The daughter of Gambian immigrants grew up in Barcelona. In her 20s, the makeup artist moved to London, where she began working on photo shoots. She takes the inspiration for her make-up looks from this cultural mix, among other things: from Spanish folk art and her West African roots. But music and pop culture also play a major role at Drammeh when it comes to finding ideas.
Marcelo Gutierrez
Marcelo Gutierrez (27), who was born in Colombia, got his start in the field of make-up with imaginative beauty looks for New York party nights. Gutierrez is actually a painter, performance artist, filmmaker and make-up artist.
As a make-up artist, you usually first gain experience by assisting. But Gutierrez did not go down the usual path. He worked directly with big names – to name just two: the photographers Petra Collins (28) and Renell Medrano (29). The campaign for Calvin Klein with rapper Nas (47) and model Ashley Graham (33) was also created in collaboration with the latter.
Cecile Paravina
French makeup artist Cécile Paravina’s original plan was to become a fashion designer. But as life so often plays out, that plan has changed. A hobby became more and more serious. And today Paravina makes the beauty industry unsafe instead of fashion. She has already created exciting looks for big names like Amina Muaddi and Fenty. She recently transformed model Bella Hadid (24) into a dazzling mermaid for a Jean Paul Gaultier campaign.
Name Vo
She always manages to create the perfect glow: Nam Vo (25) definitely deserves the title of highlighter queen. If you want to give your beauty routine more shine, you should definitely follow the US beauty influencer.
violet
Perfectly made-up red lips can be found on the Instagram page of the French make-up artist Violette (37). With her creative looks, the make-up goddess proves again and again that she loves shimmering colors. Violette works more with models on masterpieces for editorials in magazines such as “Vogue” or “Elle” than trying out her skills on celebrities.
Patrick Ta
Stars like Gigi Hadid (26) or Shay Mitchell (34) confide in him: Patrick Ta (29) is a professional when it comes to creating the perfect bronzing look. And with him it always looks so good in the end, as if you had just returned home from vacation.
Hung Vanngo
The list of his clients is long: Hung Vanngo (35) has done make-up for J.Lo (52), Selena Gomez (29) and Karlie Kloss (29). He takes even the simplest make-up looks to a whole new level. Especially his smokey eyes are unique every time! Warning, his Instagram profile is addictive.
Charlotte Tilbury
The British make-up artist is not only known for her world-famous beauty label, but also for her strikingly dazzling looks that are reminiscent of Hollywood glamour. Once you scroll through Charlotte Tilbury’s (48) arsenal of photos on Instagram, her extraordinary makeup looks will never let you go.
Ariel Tejada
His makeup brush has touched the faces of members of the Kardashian clan multiple times. Especially Kylie Jenner (24) and Kim Kardashian (40) let themselves be spoiled by Ariel Tejada (26). Together with Kylie, the makeup artist managed to bring matte lips back from the ’90s. If you like strong beauty looks à la Kardashians, then hit the «Follow» button here.