Francesca Tolot is one of the most influential makeup artists of our time. Beyoncé names Tolot the “most extraordinary makeup artist of our time.”
Splurge vs. Save: A guide to which beauty products are worth their hefty price tag.
From the Kardashians and Jenners to Kat Von D, celebrities are becoming beauty moguls and selling hundreds of millions of dollars’ worth of makeup yearly. When it comes to these celebrities, who are very fashion forward but know little about makeup, are consumers spending their money on all the wrong products?There have been hundreds of…
Slow Season Survival: 9 Ways to Survive the Off Season Without Eating Ramen
Right around mid-November, a lot of makeup artists see their bookings slow down considerably and the phone and email get super quiet. You may think to yourself, “Omg, what is going on? Was it this quiet last year? Will I ever work again?! Will I need to live in my car?! Or worse …. get a…
Paying It Forward: Using Your Powers for Good!
Having a specialized skill such as makeup, nails, hair styling, or skincare, broadens your options when it comes to donating your time. There are hundreds of thousands of charitable organizations throughout the country that need volunteers, but if you’re looking for some way to donate your professional time and/or products, then here are some ideas!
LAW OF ATTRACTION: GRATITUDE
Have you ever received a “thank you,” that made you feel all sorts of warm and fuzzy and you had to tell people that you were having an allergy attack so they wouldn’t know you got all teary? Have you ever received a “thank you” that felt weird and awkward, like when you were 9…
Slow Season Survival: 11 Things to Make Your Downtime Productive vs Panicky
It’s November and for a lot of artists, especially those who focus on private clients and weddings, this is the month where business begins to wind down. By January, your calendar is wide open and things don’t start to pick up again until mid-April. This year, MMA is bringing you a bi-monthly series: Slow-Season Survival, where…