makeup artist
/ˈmeɪkʌp ˌɑːrtɪst/
Meaning
A makeup artist is a professional who applies cosmetics, prosthetics, and other materials to actors, models, or performers. They design and execute visual looks that fit the character, era, or style of a production. Their work can range from natural-looking everyday makeup to complex special effects makeup for monsters or historical figures.
Examples
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The makeup artist spent four hours turning the actor into a terrifying zombie.
The makeup artist spent four hours turning the actor into a terrifying zombie.
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She hired a professional makeup artist for her wedding day to ensure she looked perfect.
She hired a professional makeup artist for her wedding day to ensure she looked perfect.
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A skilled makeup artist knows how to make skin look flawless under harsh studio lights.
A skilled makeup artist knows how to make skin look flawless under harsh studio lights.
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He works as a makeup artist for a major fashion magazine in New York.
He works as a makeup artist for a major fashion magazine in New York.
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The film won an award for best hair and makeup, thanks to their lead makeup artist.
The film won an award for best hair and makeup, thanks to their lead makeup artist.
Common Mistakes
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✗ She wants to be a make up maker.
✓ She wants to be a makeup artist.
The standard professional title is 'makeup artist.' 'Makeup maker' sounds like someone who manufactures cosmetics in a factory.
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✗ The cosmetic artist did my makeup for the photoshoot.
✓ The makeup artist did my makeup for the photoshoot.
While 'cosmetics' is a synonym for makeup, the professional who applies them on set is always referred to as a 'makeup artist.'
Related Expressions
Practice
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The ___ used prosthetics to make the actor look eighty years old.
💡 The person who applies cosmetics and facial prosthetics.
Show answer
makeup artist
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Before going on stage, the news anchor visited the ___ for a quick touch-up.
💡 Professional who prepares faces for the camera.
Show answer
makeup artist