A makeup artist is one, who can transform the look and visual appeal of a model. And many makeup artists have left their mark on the entertainment and advertising industry with their work.

Here’re 10 great makeup artists of the world

1. Bobbi Brown

Birth: 14 April 1957, Chicago, Illinois, US
Occupation: Makeup Artist, Author, Entrepreneur

Bobbi Brown holds a self-directed degree in theatrical makeup and photography from Emerson College in Boston. She moved to New York to work as a professional makeup artist and established her makeup style known for moderate and natural tones. She even created ten simple lipsticks on beige pigment that became immensely popular across the globe.

She authored nine books on health and wellness and became New York Times bestselling author. Also, she received many awards and accolades including the Glamour Woman of the Year Award and The Fashion Group International Night of Stars Beauty Award for her work.

2. Laura Mercier

Birth: 2 October 1960, Republic of Congo, French
Occupation: Makeup Artist, Businesswoman

She was Madonna’s makeup artist. Julia Roberts, Mariah Carey, and Sarah Jessica Parker also hired Laura Mercier for makeup. She also worked for magazines like Elle, Allure, Glamour, and InStyle. Her makeup style of natural-looking makeup even inspired the formation of Laura Mercier Cosmetics by Janet Gurwitch, the former Executive Vice President of Neiman Marcus, and Gary Kusin. Laura Mercier continues to work as a freelance makeup artist and a published author. She published a book The New Beauty Secrets: Your Ultimate Guide to a Flawless Face in 2006.

3. Richard Taylor

Birth: 1960, Cheshire, England, UK
Occupation: Filmmaker

All props, costumes, prosthetics, and miniatures used in the epic movie The Lord of the Rings film trilogy were created by Richard Taylor and his company. Also, his work was recognized by the world as is evident from the list of his awards and accolades. He has 5 Oscars and 4 BAFTAs that make him an authority in the field of makeup artists. In February 2012, he was nominated New Zealander of the year for his work. Earlier, … Find more