Black Queer Hairstylists and Makeup Artists In The Industry

With June being Pride Month, the celebration of the contributions of all is one that honestly should be pushed all-year round. And while the contributions of so many marginalized groups are finally starting to get a bit of their recognition, there are still some that get overlooked all the time, like the LGBTQ community. From hairstylists to makeup artists, there are tons of people working behind the scenes to give us all those lewwwwwks that our fave celebs serve. But who, exactly, is behind the scenes? Here’s a look at 12 people who are making waves (no pun intended) and keeping us all glam and fabulous.

TED GIBSON

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Ted Gibson has worked with everyone from Angelina Jolie to Tessa Thompson shooting covers for Elle and slaying hair for New York Fashion Week. He also owned a salon in New York City that was known for their super expensive (but worth it, if you could afford it) haircuts.

SAM FINE

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Sam Fine is one of the best makeup artists in the industry and the author of, Fine Beauty: Beauty Basics And Beyond For African-American Women.

MICHAEL ANTHONY

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Makeup artist Michael Anthony works super closely with artist Katy Perry and is responsible for her 2018 MET Gala look as well as her most recent Glamour cover.

VERNON FRANCOIS

Hairstylist Vernon Francois came out with his own line of hair products that are oh-so-good. Fashion and Beauty Editor, Danielle James, swears by his Pure Fro Shampoo ($26, us.VernonFrancois.com).

DEREK JAE

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Hairstylist Derek Jae is known for giving Real Housewives Of Atlanta, Cynthia Bailey, some of her most epic on-camera looks.

CHUCKIE AMOS

Celebrity hairstylist Chuckie Amos takes care of Tracee Ellis Ross‘ epic signature curls on a regular basis.

AJ CRIMSON

Makeup artist AJ Crimson is known for his hand poured foundations, including deep shades that perfect for dark skinned women.

RU PAUL

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Ru Paul is the Queen of drag makeup. There really is just no other competition.

NICK BAROSE

Nick Barose got his start working under the legendary Kevin Aucoin. Now he does looks for women like Lupita Nyong’o (oh, no biggie!).

NEIL FARINAH

The Trinidadian hairstylist is responsible for some of Bey’s stylish hairstyles and is currently on tour with her for OTRII. This young makeup artist is slaying the game and has also worked with Kelly Rowland, Solange, Mya, and more.

YUSEF WILLIAMS

Yusef Williams has worked closely with Rihanna for the past decade. If it works, it works…and it is WERKING!