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Home · Beauty

Follow These 10 Hollywood MUAs For An A-List Beat

Fortunately for us, celebrity makeup artists have no qualms about sharing tips and tricks for achieving an A-list beat on social media. In between photo shoots and red carpet events, they take to the 'gram to share some of their best-kept beauty secrets and 30-second face-saving tutorials. Scroll through their candid photos for products you’ve never tried and for tips on how to wake up flawless like Beyoncé or shine bright like diamond à la Rihanna. Get ready to take your makeup to the next level!

By Jennifer Ford · September 2, 2016October 26, 2020
01
Mylah Morales
If you’ve always been obsessed with Rihanna’s chameleon-like beauty, you can thank Mylah Morales. She’s been working alongside the singer for years.
@mylahmorales/Instagram
02
Pat McGrath

Pat McGrath’s worked just about every runway and red carpet in Hollywood. This year, the legendary MUA expanded her business to include next-level lip kits. Icon Naomi Campbell wore the newest—called “LUST004”—to the 2016 VMAs.

@pathmcgrathreal/Instagram
03
Jessica Smalls

Jessica grooms some of the hottest men in Hollywood including Omari Hardwick and Miguel. She also slays the faces of Janelle Monae and Tika Sumpter on the regular.

@jessicapsmalls/Instagram
04
Sam Fine
Sam Fine is responsible for some of the fiercest mugs we’ve seen in Hollywood, including Kerry Washington, Paula Patton, and one of our favorite Covergirls, Queen Latifah.
@iamsamfine/Instagram
05
Renny Vasquez
Renny is responsible for some of the fiercest looks in Hollywood with a client list that includes Keke Palmer, Brandy, and Jennifer Hudson.
@rennyvasquez/Instagram
06
Terrell Mullin
Terelle Mullin preps some of our favorite celebs for their red carpet moments. He’s made makeup magic with everyone from Jill Scott to Mary Mary to model/actress Eva Marcille.
@terrellmullin/Instagram
07
Tatiana Ward
Popularly known as Beat Face Honey, Tatiana keeps Nicki Minaj, Brandy and other black beauties looking snatched.
@beatfacehoney/Instagram
08
Priscilla Ono
Amber Rose’s makeup artist is also one of her best friends. Upon visiting her Instagram page, you’re bound to find a treasure trove of beauty looks and adorable photos of the dynamic duo.
@priscillaono/Instagram
09
Mila Thomas

Ever wonder how the cast of Love and Hip-Hop looks flawless in nearly every shot? It’s the magic of Mila Thomas, VH1’s glam coordinator and key makeup artist.

@makeupbymila/Instagram
10
Sir John

Meet the makeup artist (and L’Oréal brand ambassador) who keeps Beyoncé’s face flawless and in formation. He also works with red carpet regulars like Joan Smalls and Viola Davis.

@sirjohnofficial/Instagram

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