6 make-up artists of colour who you should follow on Instagram

The beauty industry has grown to become more inclusive of women of colour with beauty products and models, but behind the scenes, there are a few make-up artists whose hands create brilliant looks that most women are eager to imitate. 

Here are make-up artists that are found on Instagram and post beautifully baked faces, and beauty tips to make your skin glow.

1. Sam Fine 

Known as the maestro of make-up, Sam is already a legend in the beauty industry as a make-up artist especially for giving tips on make-up for women of colour. It only makes sense that an artist like Sam would have worked with Iman, Lion Babe, Tyra Banks and Queen Latifah.

Still reflecting on the amazing opportunities 2017 afforded me! April 1st, being a model for THE @iamsamfine’s master class, I gag honey!!!! Oh and I shot with @keithmajor, had my face beat by @celestialstyleandbeauty, all in all it was a blessed day! #3thechicway

A post shared by 3TheChicWay (Karese)(@3thechicway) on Dec 30, 2017 at 10:48am PST

2. Clara Chimeloane

Clara is mostly associated with Bonang Matheba, and we can see why Bonang trusts Clara.

When in Ethiopia 🇪🇹 #melainpoppin #africangirl #africanbutter👑 #darkskingirls

A post shared by Clara Chimeloane(@clarabanx) on Feb 8, 2018 at 8:33am PST

3. Pat McGrath

Having already made a name for herself as a professional make-up artist, Pat has a beauty line available in international stores and online called Pat McGrath Labs. She has worked with the likes of Naomi Campbell and Oprah Winfrey, as well as the models at runway shows for Givenchy and Prada. 

I pumped @patmcgrathreal for her skincare secrets (seriously, WTF), got the backstory on those sequins (don’t throw them out!), and talked red lips. Will fill you guys in our chat on next week’s pod! What do you guys think of the color I’m wearing, Pat McGrath Labs MatteTrance Lipstick in Vendetta? Lipstick comes out Jan. 19.

A post shared by Fat Mascara(@fatmascara) on Jan 5, 2018 at 9:31am PST

4. Nomsa Madida

A popular make-up artist on Instagram, Nomsa is known for mostly doing the make-up for personalities such as Boity Thulo and Pearl Modiadie. Madida is the creator and owner of Xlcusive MakeUp Events. 

Ubuso bayizolo 💐

A post shared by Nomsa Madida (MUA)(@nomsamadida) on Feb 11, 2018 at 4:04am PST

5. Sir John

A royal in the make-up industry, Sir John graced South African shores last year, and hosted a number of make-up sessions, in collaboration with Woolworths. The make-up magnate's famous clientele includes Beyoncé, Priyanka Chopra, Mary J Blige and supermodel Joan Smalls.

💄Here’s a preview from one of the makeup vids I filmed yesterday In #Johannesburg for @woolworths_sa. Ladies what else should I whip up for you?? Thoughts

A post shared by S I R J O H N(@sirjohnofficial) on Oct 25, 2017 at 9:47pm PDT

6. Nthato Mashishi

Mashishi is another of South Africa's make-up elite, being known for having clientele such as Minnie Dlamini, Michelle Mosalakae and Bridget Masinga. Mashishi is also known to have work on the set of SABC 1's Yizo Yizo, and is currently a judge on SABC 1's fashon reality show Raw Silk.

Had so much fun phafing hureee dis beautiful talented African daughter 4 a major campaign of...............#chroniclesofanartist

A post shared by nthato(@nthatomashishi) on Feb 16, 2018 at 8:12am PST