# makeup artist

**Pronunciation:** /ˈmeɪkʌp ˈɑːrtɪst/ · MAYK-up AHR-tist

**CEFR level:** B2

**Part of speech:** noun phrase

## Meaning

A person whose job is to apply cosmetics to actors, models, or other individuals to enhance or alter their appearance for film, television, theatre, fashion shows, or special events.

## Examples

- The celebrity hired a renowned makeup artist for the red carpet event.
- Aspiring makeup artists often start by assisting experienced professionals on smaller projects.
- For the horror movie, the makeup artist spent hours creating realistic zombie prosthetics.

## Synonyms

- cosmetologist — Broader term, includes hair and skin care.
- beautician — General term for beauty services, often includes hair, nails, and makeup.
- stylist — Can refer to hair, fashion, or makeup; context-dependent.

## Common patterns

- work as a makeup artist — To be employed in the role of a makeup artist. — After graduating, she started to work as a makeup artist for local theaters.
- hire a makeup artist — To employ someone to apply makeup. — For her wedding, she decided to hire a makeup artist to ensure a perfect look.

## Collocations

- professional makeup artist — She dreams of becoming a professional makeup artist for Broadway shows.
- celebrity makeup artist — The magazine featured an interview with a celebrity makeup artist.
- freelance makeup artist — Many makeup artists work as freelancers, taking on various projects.

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