We recently connected with Heena Mak and have shared our conversation below.
Heena, appreciate you joining us today. To kick things off, we’d love to hear about things you or your brand do that diverge from the industry standard.
Thanks for having me! As a makeup artist and lifelong make-up lover, I believe that makeup should be an extension of your beauty, not something that hides it. My artistry brings a skin-first approach to the makeup application, so makeup doesn’t feel like a mask but is instead breathable and polished. Think red carpet glam but for the everyday person!
Awesome – so before we get into the rest of our questions, can you briefly introduce yourself to our readers.
Any stories or insights that might help us understand how you’ve built such a strong reputation?
If I could give insight to anyone, it would be that I am a brand first and then a make-up artist. Being professional and presenting myself in a dignified and positive light is very important to me. As creatives, we tend to be free-spirited but I don’t let all the fun on set distract me from the fact that I am still working a job. I’ve had opportunities to work with major brands and productions and being professional has given me more callbacks than anything else. I have received messages saying “hey, we hear you’re great to work with on set” and that to me is a huge win!
What’s the most rewarding aspect of being a creative in your experience?
The most rewarding aspect of being a creative is simply creating. Makeup should be fun and expressive! It’s a tool for self-love so it’s gratifying to be able to use my skills and artistry to help others feel and look their best! A favorite part of my job is when a client comes to me with an idea for a look and we work together to create something even better than they imagined. As a makeup artist, I want to empower you to express yourself through your appearance. It’s such an honor to be able to help people feel more confident in their own skin and celebrate the way they look.
Contact Info:
- Website: www.heenamak.com
- Instagram: @heenamak
Image Credits
Jontrice Murray, YiYi Elena, Milan Matthew, Kwadwo Agyapong, Iman Virani, Kylie Bunbury, Aoki Lee Simmons