It’s the 21st century, and gone are the days when makeup was specifically for women. There are actually male makeup artists who have developed the skill and used it to grow a platform.
As someone who can’t even draw her brows, I am always impressed with people who can handle a make-up brush flawlessly. My level of admiration climbs even further when it’s a man. This is why I have compiled this list of the best male makeup artists on YouTube so far.
1. Jeffree Star
Jeffree is one of the pioneers of the online makeup artistry game. He has been in the business for over 12 years and now has his make-up line.
He has a massive space on youtube, and his page is full of great content, mainly focusing on his brand and his makeup skills.
Jeffree has worked with popular celebrities like the Kardashians, the Dolan twins, and many others. He currently has 16.6 million subscribers on his YouTube channel
2. James Charles
James Charles is funny, cute, and artistic. He got into the makeup world when he was 18 years old and has climbed higher ever since. He is arguably the best makeup YouTuber of his generation and has garnered many followers on his social media platforms.
James has worked with top stars like Charlie D’ Amelio, Jojo Siwa, Kylie Jenner, and many others. He currently has 25.7 million followers on YouTube. That’s a lot.
3.Patrick Starr
His makeup is quite different as he heavily relies on contour, which transforms a person. His videos are always detailed and explanatory as he will take you step-by-step on how he achieves his looks.
He has worked for Kim Kardashian, Katy Perry, and even Rihanna. He has 4.4 million followers on YouTube.
4. Manny MUA
If there’s one thing this makeup artist is popular for, it is a fact he is always spilling the tea on his youtube page. Combining gossip with his makeup craft, he has garnered a large following on the platform.
He has fantastic relationships with other beauty gurus, and his looks are always beautiful and well-articulated. He has 4.87 million followers on YouTube.
5. Jake Warden
Jake Warden is an open and talented makeup artist who has a lot of positive energy and is friendly. He does drag makeup tutorials, gives beauty tips, and films daily vlogs on his channel.
His makeup is usually light and is beginner-friendly, so if you want to get into the make-up world, you can begin by following him. He has 1.25 million followers on YouTube.
If you are a guy with an interest in makeup, you can start your YouTube channel and document your journey. Don’t say I didn’t do anything for you.
Written by Eniola Olaniyi
