5 makeup artists you should follow on social media

Discovering makeup for the first time alone can be a bit scary. You might find yourself asking "What brand of mascara is the best?" or "What should I do now?" Well you're in luck there are hundreds of people out there that can inspire you get your start or help you improve on what you don't know.

Nikkie Tutorials

Nikkie Tutorials is one of the best makeup artists on the youtube platform. With over 13 million subscribers and her own youtube originals show, Nikkie has created an entertaining and "on trend" channel for everyone to explore. Making videos since 2008 Nikkie has truly lived up to her name as "queen of tutorials" by making easy to follow videos for those at any level. Her channel features such series as "Winter Wonder Week" dedicated to all things Christmas and "Halloweek" where I believe she shows her true potential.

Jeffree Star

Although Jeffree Star has had quite the controversial past saying that he is "good at makeup" is an understatement. Since the age of 13 Star has created a voice for himself that is now one that lots of people adore him for. With his outspoken and enticing personality he has reached almost 17 million subscribers and created an incredible makeup brand with a net worth of over 200 million dollars. Star has since grown his channel tremendously with the help of you tuber "Shane Dawson" after a series of documentaries were filmed for his channel about the truth of Jeffree Star. Star's channel features celebrity collaborations, brutally honest brand reviews and promotional videos for his own growing brand.

Glam & Gore

Lauren Mychal Mountain otherwise known as Mykie has taken the makeup community on youtube to the a whole new level. With about 4 million subscribers Mykie has fabricated an out of this world youtube channel full of extraordinary glam and gore content. Having a channel dedicated mostly to special effects helped me explore a whole new aspect to the world of makeup. Her spunky energy keeps audiences engaged as she gives tutorials and tips that are simple to understand for prospective students. Her channel features ghost hunting videos, halloween tutorials and helpful advice when it comes to SFX products. Mykie has collaborated with Bellami hair on a small line of colorful wigs and was named NYX beauty vlogger of the year back in 2015.

James Charles

Starting at only 17 years old as the first Coverboy to ever be announced James Charles has taken the beauty community by storm in more ways than one. With just over 25 million subscribers on youtube and a net worth of 12 million dollars James Charles has redefined the entire beauty community. Through singing, charisma and his young age Charles has been able to relate to the younger generation of teens and grow into one of the biggest influencers we have ever seen. Charles includes everything on his channel from full face creative looks to simplistic tutorials for young boys and girls. James Charles has had such accomplishments as having his own youtube originals show and creating his own eyeshadow pallet with beauty brand Morphe. Now Charles spends most his time continuing to improve his youtube channel and create fun loving dance videos on the social app tik tok.

Trendmood

If you are looking for someone who will give you beauty advice and product announcements at your fingertips Trendmood or Sophie Shab is the person for you. With about 1.6 million followers on instagram Trendmood makes daily announcements about new products, deals, and discounts. Trendmood even offers her own subscription box that includes her newest and favorite products. As a promotion account Trendmood manages to get the photos and news on new makeup and skin care before the brand itself does. If your not sure where to buy a product, how much it may be, or when it will come out, following Trendmood is a must for you!