We’re excited to introduce you to the always interesting and insightful Danielle Harold. We hope you’ll enjoy our conversation with Danielle below.

Danielle, looking forward to hearing all of your stories today. Before we talk about all of your success, let’s start with a story of failure. Can you open up about a time when you’ve failed?

A time that I have failed?

I would say this season I would call my season of lament/failure. You ask why?

In November 2022, I launched my cosmetic line of, DHBEAUTY. I will admit while nervous, I was full of faith and excitement. However, if I am sincere, I was not appropriately prepared to handle what was to come with this business. Now, in November 2023, I have to close the cosmetic line of DHBEAUTY to revamp and reorganize some things. See, financially wise, DHBEAUTY cannot sustain itself on its own. I’m starting from nothing and building something that I know God told me would touch the masses, but there is still a preparation I must do.

People can assume, at times, that because you have over 70k followers across all socials, are married with children, lovely photos, etc., everything is all together, which can limit support from some. Businesses cannot run without funds, and if people are purchasing products or even booking me for makeup engagements, there’s no money to re-up or sustain any part of your business.

So, I have to step back, re-evaluate, reorganize, restructure, and put things in place financially. Going back to work until DHBEAUTY can sustain its own,

Would I call this a failure? Probably not—more like a lesson learned so that DHBEAUTY can be what God intends for it to be.

Danielle, before we move on to more of these sorts of questions, can you take some time to bring our readers up to speed on you and what you do?

I have been a professional makeup artist (M.U.A) for over 14 years. I am originally from Washington, D.C., Maryland (DMV). Music and the arts are what introduced me to the world of makeup. As a Music Performance Major at Morgan State University, I was committed to great skill with stage appearances and looks. It was then I realized that I love beautification, not just for myself but for others. To bring the beauty from within, have it shine outwardly, and give people a boost in confidence makes me happy.

One of my greatest passions is my ability to teach and mentor others. From makeup enthusiasts to professionals and everyday women, I strive to make learning simple and effective. I want those working with me to feel more confident and passionate about what they have learned, whether it be applying it to themselves or others.

In November 2022, I stopped running from something God had given me a vision of years ago. Instead, I stepped out on faith to pursue DHBEAUTY full-time. Full-time influencing and being a professional MUA. Also, launching our first set of products, Kissable Nudes pigmented glosses, was just the beginning! In January 2023, we launched our Kissable Reds line. This line is our soft matte red liquid lipsticks.

As a makeup artist, I specialize in bridal, every day, entertainment, and special occasions. As an influencer, I specialize in not only sharing my favorite makeup products, clothing, and accessories, but I also share the gospel and my faith. Encourage and help others and myself, as I also am a work in progress.

We currently have 70k followers combined over all platforms and reach new people daily. I love sharing my gift with the world and my faith with it. So many lives have been blessed, but most importantly, I’ve been touched by what God can do through me. My faith journey with DHBEAUTY is accompanied by my loving husband, Coach Larry, of 14 years, and my four beautiful, loving children!

What do you find most rewarding about being a creative?

The most rewarding aspect of being a makeup artist is the freedom to be me while serving others.

Servitude is the epitome of what I do. If I don’t serve with authenticity (being me), then the service is in vain.

What do you think is the goal or mission that drives your creative journey?

My ultimate goal is to create the Harold Empire with my husband and leave a legacy for our four beautiful children.

Establishing generational wealth while doing something you love and have been called to do is a fantastic feeling and makes the late nights, sleepless nights, and tears all worth it.

Contact Info:

• Website: www.dhbeauty.me
• Instagram: www.instagram.com/dhbeautyful
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/dhbeautyful
• Twitter: www.twitter.com/dhbeautyful
• TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@dhbeautyful

Image Credits
Lamar T. Harvey Photographer