Sure. A makeup artist might have a client who refuses to listen to any professional advice. For example, the artist recommends a certain color palette based on the client's skin tone and the event they are attending, but the client insists on a completely wrong color. The result is a makeup look that doesn't flatter the client at all, and the client then blames the artist.
One horror story could be a makeup artist having to deal with a client who has extremely sensitive skin but didn't disclose it. The makeup artist used the usual products and the client had a bad allergic reaction right before an important event. It was a nightmare to try and fix the situation quickly.
Sure. One horror story is when a makeup artist was working on a set for a horror movie. The actor was supposed to look really gory, but halfway through the makeup application, the actor had an allergic reaction to one of the products. His face swelled up and they had to rush him to the hospital. It was a nightmare for the makeup artist as it delayed the filming and there were concerns about the actor's well - being.
Well, once I tried this new bright red lipstick from a brand I saw on Buzzfeed. It looked amazing in the ad. But when I put it on, it smeared all over my teeth. It was so embarrassing. I had to keep checking my teeth every few minutes.
Sure. One horror story is when a client insisted on a very specific look from a picture but her face shape was completely different. The makeup artist tried to explain the adjustments needed but the client got angry. In the end, the makeup looked awful and the client blamed the artist.
Sure. There was a client who had really bad body odor. It was so strong that it made the massage therapist feel nauseous. Despite the therapist trying to be professional, it was really hard to focus on the massage. Another case was a client with dirty feet who came for a foot massage. The feet were caked with dirt and it was quite off - putting.
Sure. One success story is that of Pat McGrath. She started from humble beginnings and through her unique creativity and skills, she became one of the most renowned makeup artists in the world. Her work has been on countless high - fashion runways and in major fashion magazines. Another is Bobbi Brown. She created a makeup line based on her philosophy of natural beauty. Her brand became extremely popular, and she also influenced a whole new approach to makeup. And Charlotte Tilbury is also a great example. She has built her eponymous brand and is known for her glamorous and trend - setting makeup looks.
One horror story could be about a time when doing makeup for a horror movie scene. The actor was supposed to look like a decaying corpse. As the makeup artist was applying the prosthetics, the actor suddenly twitched in a very unnatural way. It turned out he had fallen asleep and was having a nightmare, but it scared the makeup artist half to death.
A possible BuzzFeed - type sexting horror story could be about a young person who sent a sexting message to the wrong number. The recipient then started harassing the sender, sharing the message with others around them. This led to the young person being bullied at school and facing a great deal of social stigma.
One common one is getting the wrong shade of foundation. Like I said before, it can oxidize or just be completely the wrong color for your skin tone, which is a big mess. Another is when false lashes don't stick properly. You end up with one lash half - on and half - off, looking really silly.
Sure. At a wedding makeup consultation, the consultant made the bride's eyeshadow look like a rainbow mess. It was supposed to be a classy, elegant look but instead it was over the top and not at all in line with the wedding theme. The bride was horrified but didn't have much time to fix it.