Here are the world’s top 10 international makeup artists who are recognized for their contribution in creating beauty through cosmetics. Here we go!
1. Bobbi Brown:
Hers is a well-recognized name in the world of fashion and makeup! Bobbi Brown is one of the most well-established makeup artists in the world. She is the CEO of her cosmetics company, Bobbi Brown Cosmetics and also The Today Show’s beauty editor.
2. Laura Mercier:
Have you heard of Laura Mercier Cosmetics, Body & Bath, Skincare and Fragrance? Well, Laura Mercier is none other than its creator. Celebrities such as Juliette Binoche, Julia Roberts and Sarah Jessica Parker look only to her for makeup. Apart from dolling up celebs, she contributes to cover designs and editorial shoots for some of the world’s most popular magazines.
3. Richard Taylor:
He is one of the most well-known makeup artists in Hollywood. Winner of 5 Oscars, 4 BAFTAs and many other prestigious awards, Richard Taylor is the co-founder and co-director of Wellington’s Weta companies. You may recognize his name owing to his fantastic work on the Lord of the Rings.
4. Billy B:
He is the consulting makeup artist for the cosmetic giant, L’Oreal Paris. He has worked with international fashion and beauty magazines such as Elle, Harper’s Bazaar and Vanity Fair. His creativity and flair is what has made him one of the most successful makeup artists today.
5. Pat McGrath:
She is named as one of the most prominent makeup artists in the world by international magazine Vogue. That’s saying something about her! Pat McGrath has worked with celebs like Jennifer Lopez, Jennifer Aniston and Madonna, just to name a few. She is currently Procter & Gamble’s Global Cosmetics Creative Design Director.
6. Charlie Green:
This is a woman who has been in the fashion and makeup industry for 20 years and is still one of the leading international makeup artists in the circuit! She is the talent behind some of the most fabulous red carpet looks sported by celebrities.
7. Rick Baker:
8. Stan Winston:
This is the man behind the international makeup for movies such as The Jurassic Park, Predator and Terminator series. He also worked in the movies Avatar and Iron Man. His creative genius is recognized both in Hollywood as well as on the international circuit.
9. Michele Burke:
Shadow, light, color and form is what this makeup genius works with and it is this combination that has made her one of the most esteemed makeup artists in the world. She has won 2 Oscars and 6 nominations for her contribution to make up in Hollywood.
