Yes!!! The life of a freelance makeup artist is not as glamorous as youtubers portray it to be! Definitely blood, sweat, and tears!

I worked for Ulta for 8 months but I’m telling you it was the best experience working on so many different faces for makeup. I hated the pay but I walked away with so much knowledge 👌🏽

I'm only 3 minutes in and I'm so happy someone finally spoke about the work of a MUA , what we actually do.

I've been watching countless of informational videos on becoming a makeup artist and this is by far THE BEST AND MOST INFORMATIVE video I've watched in months as well as the others in your series Thank u so much

THANK YOU!! I’ve been a full time freelance artist for about two years now, finally just got signed with an agency.. but before then, I hustled my butt off for 6 years in cosmetic retail. I always say the social media makeup artist IS NOT what a true Makeup artist is!! Thank you for the honest video for those who are pondering this industry as a career choice.

Great to hear someone talking about it in a more real sense instead of glamorised. People starting out need to know the nitty-gritty ! its job, like every other job there will be good, bad, things that are fun and also things that can be stressful. Very much looking forward to the topics you mentioned you will chat about next :) Thanks for all the realistic info in your videos !

I cannot express how happy I am that I found your channel. I've been a freelance makeup artist for about a year now and I find myself saying "yep" "THANK YOU" "AMEN" to so many things in your videos. You are so awesome and such a blessing to MUAs.

Thank you. You really should think about starting a beauty school of some sort because you really have a natural great tone in explaining things. I look forward to watching your series. #newsubbie

Currently enrolled at MUD's program and I love it! It's definitely a lot harder than I expected as you are correct, it's a totally different style than what you see on social media. I'm grateful to have found your channel. Thanks for sharing your knowledge

I can't believe i just found your channel! this is exactly the moment i need it because i'm starting my own business as a Makeup Artist and your videos are sooo incredibly informative and full of good advices. Thank you!!

I really appreciate this video, I'm 17 and seeing this helped open my eyes. I decided to practice on people once i got to college. Talking to my teacher she has her own hair salon and she told me it her a lot time, effort, and patience to be were she is at now. Thank you for this video this just helped me not get so discouraged when trying to become a makeup artist.

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OMG I REALLY NEEDED THIS , I KNOW U POSTED THIS VIDEO 4YEARS AGO BUT TRUST ME I NEEDED TO HEAR THESE WORDS!!! I JUST FELT ALIL LOST AND CONFUSED & DIDNT KNOW WHERE OR HOW TO START MY BEAUTY CAREER, BUT BLESS YOU DARLING FOR THIS VIDEO AND GOING IN DEPTH ABOUT THE BEAUTY /MAKEUP WORLD!!! The raw truth finally! Makes a lot of sense

you’re a total angel, i went to a workshop and PAID for it. it was not as detailed as you are, people like you who share their knowledge like this, kudos.

2019 and I am JUST finding you! I’ve been binge watching your channel and your videos are SO HELPFUL 💖

Thanks for the tips. Been doing makeup for almost 5 years now and it is indeed a continuous learning experience.

I have paid a looooooot for a makeup school but I've learned much more just from watching your videos. you are worth sooo much more subscribers. well done and thank you so much for sharing all these tips ❤

Wow, how do you not have more subscribers! I love your channel, just subbed :-D

I'm super duper stoked that I just found your channel. I LOVE that most of your videos are for MUAs. I've been freelance for a few years.. but can't figure out how actually move it to full time. I do a wedding or so once every few months. I'm really excited to see everything you have to say and all tbis in depth advice!!!! Thank you SO much!!

If you keep up this fantastic content, you might just get youtube famous in the near future 👍 I finished a make-up course last year, but have only been able to do a few gigs after that (getting married and moving house took a lot more energy than we hoped). This year I am looking to branch out more, so your videos come at just the right time! (Gosh I wish I had these tips on checking curriculum and teachers background before I chose my course 🙀.)

Not all MUA schools include kits in their course, so this is something to ask. 😁 💜

This is why I am glad I found your channel. My interest in wanting to be a MUA is specifically to hopefully do bridal, print and editorial and runway in the future. I personal detest social media makeup and have been looking for someone like you for proper tips and guide for entering this industry. Thanks for sharing

Thank you! I completely agree. I used to be a airbrush artist and i think the art is just a skill .You either have it or you don't but truthfully you need to be business minded and as an artist you have to understand allergies as well.

Your videos are what I've been looking for since the beginning of time 🙌🏾 I've been watching you non-stop since I discovered your channel yesterday. You're a breath of fresh air! Everyone needs to know about your channel 💕

Just found your channel last night and Im learning *SO* much! You are so right, most of the content that's put out there isn't based on the real world, nor are many of those artists "working". I've been looking for reliable info on everything makeup artistry for *awhile* now, with absolutely no luck until I found you, so thank you! Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU! Now Im gunna get back to my binging on your channel 😁

Finally an honest video about being an mua. I went to school got my certificate a year ago and have had very little paid work so i take the opportunity to do time for print when i can to build my portfolio and experience i think this is a great way to network also with other local professionals. Looking forward to watching the rest of this series.. New sub 😊

So full of wisdom and positivity hope this takes you far, you’re so much better than all the superficial ladies out there trying to make a name for themselves

I have been watching tons of videos on how to become a makeup artist and yours is definitely one of the best! Thank you so much for this informative video ❤

I love how informative you are. It is really hard to find this around. Thank you so much for all the amazing value that you are providing.

I'm looking to start my career as a MUA in the new Year. Some great tips. Keep em comin!! x

Finally the content I was looking for .I wish I had seen yr vedios before I wasted money on the makeup school which promised everything and delivered nothing ....thank u 🙏🙏

This is really a great, informative video with practical advice on the subject. One of the best I’ve watched so far! Really looking forward to watching the rest of this series. Thank you!

Thanks Angie for this awesome video! I'm a freelance makeup artist and you are completely right when you say it's a hustle in the beginning! Love your videos!

I can't stop watching your videos. I'm also a makeup artist in Toronto and I love how truthful (and oh so correct) you are. My school portfolio is WHOMP WHOMP, but I did learn a lot.

good info to have!!! and goodness.... PIXIE CUT ENVYYYYYY

Thank you so much ! I love makeup and started to learn from training school . When I start to do makeup for other person , I found it is so different from what I usually do on myself . It looks heavy , it doesn't look like the person that used to be . Most of the time my makeup aged the person a few years which I am really disappointed for the makeup I have done . I started to feel worried to ask my fd for my makeup practice , As I worry I disappoint them too . Glad I found your video , it's very encouraging . I understand practice is important . And I hope I can gain more knowledge on makeup on KZfaq . Please keep sharing your thoughts and tips with us . Makeup artist is quite a lonely career as everyone have different path , style and techniques . Glad to watch your video , it's like a friend that can understand me . Thank you

Wow, you are refreshing!! Made me feel a million times better about myself! Screw the normals who think we MUAs need airbrushes and ridiculous Instagrams to be legit 😡 lol

Really great info!! I am currently going to cosmetology school (later in life) and after I graduate I am taking a short class to specialize in TV and film makeup. Thanks for taking the time to post all the great videos!

in the country I live makeup school is just full of misinformation and youtube-instatrends (I've had a teacher that suggest her students to use the silicon bras to apply makeup on clients...) and barely talk about actual color theory, hygiene, techniques and so... finding your KZfaq channel is teaching me sooooo much! THANK YOU! FOR SHARING THAT MUCH KNOWLEDGE! 💞

I am changing my career. Because I am an artist I feel that makeup will evolve my talents. This video has been so helpful thanks so much.

This is an incredibly thorough and accurate video that brings attention to a much MUCH needed reality check for IG influenced MUA want-to-be's!! Thank you for shedding light on the deserved consideration, education, passion and respect this career choice requires. And damn! you could not have hit the nail any more square on the head than when you - in other words - explained the lack of complete education in the schools!! Well done, Angie!

We do have the same sentiments. It is really a different world out there once you decided to venture to this industry. Your knowledge will be broaden once you have already experienced handling different faces. The skills you have will be more enhanced by experience. Not all routines are applicable to all clients. You really have to know the needs of your clients skin and that alone is a skill. This video is really very helpful I am an avid subscriber now!. HMUA all the way from Philippines..

Fabulous video! Really well done. One thing I will say-even if you only want to do TV & Film, don’t just focus on special effects or prosthetics. You need to know how to do beauty makeup as well. They’re not going to hire a different makeup artist to do that aspect-you need to learn how to do all aspects of makeup. Also! You may not have a full book when you come out of school (you are always adding to it) but having 5 photos to show what you can do is better than having nothing. It won’t help you get amazing jobs but it will help you get something

I love these videos! I watched all of them, I'm now excited and I feel more prepared for my jobs coming up

I am SO happy I've come across your channel, all of your videos are so helpful and informative! thank you so much for taking time to make these videos cause they'll be so helpful in my near future since I want to become a makeup artist! Keep up the amazing job, please! 💚

Thats ok everyone have to start somewhere!! I'm an aspiring makeup artist but glad I already work in the Entertainment Industry as a Music Promoter out of NYC and Miami so I will be using my network with the people I know to hopefully get opportunities but other than that this for a hobby until im done with school and open my salon/spa as a stylist..i'm focusing just on Glam, proms, weddings... Lady CEO

Hey I know this video is really old but uust want to let you know I am binge watching your videos mannnn! Love em. Hopefully a future MUA

Good points stating without unnessary rumbling + really straight to the point love it!!

You are a wonderful person and you care about others getting ahead. Thanks for the tips, very helpful.

Great tips and looking forward to the series! Can you do one on contracts/paperwork/etc?

My friend recommended me to start doing makeup from home and I am considering it. I just don't know how to start. It's nice how you mentioned about Sephora I actually just got the job there and training will start in 2 weeks. I am excited!

I know I'm late, just watched now and it's worth it.thank you Angie I'm a struggling freelance makeup artist

Angie thank you for all your great advice, tips and tricks!! I try to watch other tutorials but I always end up coming back to you!!!! You’re so knowledgeable and well informed it’s refreshing.

I have a full time job in philanthropy and I work retail on weekends and some evenings to get more practice. I'm using the retail money to pay for taking making courses at a school and I still feel like I'm not as good as I would like to be. It's amazing to me how many people think being a makeup artist is easy. I love makeup and I love making people feel good, but I am starting to get a little discouraged because working two jobs is hard and other things have started to slide (e.g. exercising, date nights with the husband, etc.). How do you balance it all? Anyway, thank you so much for your honesty and candor. I'm really looking forward to watching all of your videos! :)

OMG after 3 mins of watching this video I’m like where can I double like this?! *Instantly subscribe* It’s amazing how honest you speak about this. Very inspiring! 💕

Thank you Angie for posting this video I am a hair Dresser. and when I decide to become and makeup artist. I stared at MAC . It was a great platform to grain confidence on working with different faces, skin type and complexion. Keep the videos coming and good luck 🍀👍

I am trying to dive into being a makeup artist and your videos have gave me so much to think about thank you !

I can’t thank you enough for this video, for someone who is only starting on this career is very helpful ❤️

i really love this series on how to get start in makeup industry. i want to work as a MUA behind the stage, photoshoots, fashion week. that is my dream work. 😍

I'm so happy I came across your channel. Very informative and helpful. Keep up the great work. You got yourself a new subscriber here.

Thank you for having the confidence to share all of your videos. I enjoy them and am learning lots of tips. I'm so grateful

Your videos are some of the best and most informative. Can't thank you enough for all this knowledge!!

So excited about this series, looking forward to the future videos👌🏼👍

Thank you so much I was just finish from makeup school and so lost about what I going to do next ! Your series help me so much xxx from new subbie!!

this is the best Makeup artist tips video I’ve watched thank you so much!!!!!

Y’all everything that she said about make up school is all true. 💯!!!!!!

The struggle is real! Such a hustle.

Thank you for this seriously! Too many people not understanding this industry. Shoutout to Toronto :)

I love you.....love this video!!! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 thank you for breaking down for people the difference between working MUA and instaglam artists!

I’d pay you tuition if you were an instructor 😂❤️

I love this. Your channel will go far. Keep it up, your tips were great and helpful!

Well said Angie! Love your work and down to earth energy!

Wow! I'm glad I've found your channel. True. But how do I start doing makeup if I live abroad and have no friends, family or people I know? I mean, before I ask to pay money for makeup, I need a ton of practice. Problem is I can't get it(( seems that nobody wants to waste time for free to be my model(( that really demotivates me. Thank you for the video! You're great!

Your channel is so amazing I'm hooked. You deserve so much more recognition on this platform. 💜💜💜

Happy to hear everything from you.thank you

You are the best! Thank you so much for your incredibly informative and thorough videos. You're so helpful and so real. Love love love.

Thank you for the great video, and for bursting this bubble of "I'm doing all my friend's makeup = I can be a rick, successful makeup artist". By the way, I'm working at a makeup counter and first, there are so many times I have to explain costumers that Instagram makeup isn't practical for real life (no, concealer doesn't always have to be lighter than your skin) and second, it's a great way to get started. You do get experience with dealing with many people with different skin tones, eye shapes and issues, you learn to work quickly, to deal with annoying people in a pretty safe environment ( \you have tons of products available and worst case scenario, you can ask an colleague for help).

I recently discovered your channel and I must say I love you! I love your approach to educating us and your matter-of-fact personality. I'm an Aspiring artist. Keep making videos ❤

Great video, Angie! Can't wait to see more of your new series!

This was the best! You're amazing :)

great videos! p.s. Your portfolio is stunning! :)

This is actually helpful for the path that I want 😍😍😍 thank u for being 💯% honest about the makeup business

this is amazing, I love the passion you have and thank you so much for sharing your experience, knowledge and thank you for....monitoring me thru this video.

Love this. You should make a video of ways to learn makeup artistry - and where to get a legit certification

Thank goodness you came along! A wealth of knowledge! Much love to you Angie x

I am Torontonian who is trying to be a freelance makeup artist. Just came across your video. Subscribed to support your good work. 😃

Loved this video. The information was amazing and eye opening. Just loved this.

Sooooo glad i found your channel! Super love whole information around makeup artist business. Truly inspiring ❤ Sending love from Indonesia :)

I just found your channel and I'm blown away that I haven't come across any of your videos until today! I'm a 17-year-old student with a huge passion for makeup and makeup artistry, and this is my dream job. Your videos are going to help me out a lot and motivate me so much to work towards my dream. Thank you so much, please keep making videos!! :)

Thank you for all of the information. Your videos are very thorough & detailed.

I think you’re so amazing! Thankyou! 💕

New subbie here :) Your channel is like the Game of Thrones for me. I keep on watching your videos everyday like how I get addicted to TV series. This is very helpful for someone who wants to be a professional make up artist , like me.

girl !!!! ive been waiting for you! amen to everything you said !!!!

I absolutely looovee your channel!! Thank you soooo much 🙌🏼

This is EXACTLY what I've been looking for! Great content!

Appreciate the honesty and the real process time 🙏🙌👏

first video I watch of you and I subscribed immediately, amazing info sooooo helpful.thank you dear

you are so right - you are responsible for everything as a makeup artist :) thank you for sharing your story :)

This is the real deal video! Thank you

First video of yours I am watching. You've won a follower!!