Welcome to The Makeup Insider Podcast.

The ultimate resource for professional makeup artists, beauty enthusiasts, and aspiring MUAs. Hosted by Vanessa, a seasoned Hair and Makeup artist based in Sydney, this podcast delves deep into the world of makeup artistry, offering invaluable insights, expert advice, and inspiring stories from industry leaders.

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What You'll Discover on The Makeup Insider Podcast:

  • Expert Interviews: Gain wisdom from top makeup artists, including Rae Morris and Jade K, who share their journeys, challenges, and triumphs in the beauty industry.

  • The Inside Edit: A monthly episode with another Makeup Artist, where we talk kit favourite.

  • Career Advice: Navigate the business side of makeup artistry with tips on building your portfolio, marketing yourself, and managing a freelance career.

  • Personal Growth: Discover how to balance creativity with business acumen, manage anxiety, and stay motivated in a competitive industry.

  • Community Building: Connect with a supportive community of fellow makeup artists who share your passion and understand your struggles.

Meet Vanessa

Aussie born and makeup artist, Vanessa found her passion early in life. From a young age, she was interested in the glam, the beauty and the technique of helping people shine – dedicating over 25 years of her life to rigorous training and competitive work in the beauty industry.

Vanessa has worked on clients in the advertising, fashion, TV and events industries, passionate about building a supportive community where artists can grow, flourish, and take their careers to the next level.

“I started The Makeup Insider (TMI) Podcast to help people who find the makeup industry difficult to navigate. Constantly seeing others succeed on social media can leave you with little confidence if your business isn’t thriving. I know I’ve fallen into the trap of wondering what I was doing wrong… TMI is for the younger me, the one who was too intimidated to make those connections and who often felt lonely in a busy and loud industry.”

Vanessa

Vanessa Barney Hair and Makeup artist and host to The Makeup Insider podcast.