Makeup Artist

What is your experience in makeup and what is your makeup style?

The candidate is expected to describe their makeup experience, including any formal training they have received, and their personal makeup style, explaining how they ensure the client is satisfied with the final result.

Can you describe a case where you had to do makeup for someone with very sensitive skin? How did you handle the situation?

The candidate is expected to describe a situation where they did makeup for someone with very sensitive skin, explaining how they identified the sensitivity and what steps they took to avoid worsening or irritating the skin.

How do you maintain your makeup tools and how do you disinfect them to avoid cross-contamination?

The candidate is expected to describe their hygiene habits in cleaning and disinfecting their makeup tools, including how they avoid cross-contamination. They are also expected to mention any special procedures they use to clean and disinfect their tools.

How do you stay up to date on new makeup trends and techniques?

The candidate is expected to describe how they stay up to date on new makeup trends and techniques, including whether they attend training courses, watch online instructional videos, consult beauty magazines, and conduct personal research.

How do you handle situations where the client has a specific request for their makeup, but it doesn't match your recommendation?

The candidate is expected to describe how they handle disagreements with clients, and how they work to find a satisfactory middle ground for both parties. They are also expected to provide an example of a situation where they had to handle a disagreement, and how they managed the outcome.

Can you describe the makeup products you typically use and why you prefer them?

The candidate is expected to describe the makeup products they typically use, such as foundations, concealers, eyeshadow palettes, etc., and explain why they prefer these particular products. They are also expected to be able to provide information about the brands and suppliers of the makeup products they use.

What motivates you to be a makeup artist?

The candidate is expected to describe why they chose to become a makeup artist, including a discussion of their love for makeup and the transformation process that takes place when working with a client. They are also expected to mention any achievement or career moment in their makeup artist career that they feel especially proud of.