Are There More Male Makeup Artist

10 Male Makeup Artists Who Are Challenging Traditional Notions Of Beauty

Girls aren't the only one's who can rock a fierce contour. 👱🏼💄

Glitter isn't just for girls.

Female beauty gurus dominate Facebook and Instagram. After all, internet makeup mavens like Ingrid Nilsen and Jaclyn Hill are basically household names, with cult-like followings and partnerships with major brands — some have made it so big they're developing their own cosmetic lines.

Interestingly enough, male makeup artists are usually behind all those pretty faces in the beauty industry, yet we rarely see them rocking their own badass makeup skills. These 10 foundation brush-wielding men break conventional gender norms and kill the game with their endless creativity.

1. Thomas Halbert, @thomashalbert

LA-based make u p artist Thomas Halbert is such a brilliant color genius he basically looks like Scarlett Johansson. He's only been comfortable enough to wear makeup publically for two years. Before that, he spent his isolated adolescence teaching himself to master a cut crease and other skills, which you can learn on his YouTube channel.

2. Manny Gutierrez, @mannymua733

Manny Gutierrez is one of the most recognizable male beauty gurus on YouTube with over 1 million subscribers. He's collaborated on new product launches with brands like Ofra, Makeup Geek and Gerard Cosmetics and they always seem to sell out in record time. Follow him for everything from seasonal makeup tutorials to product hauls and reviews, all with his signature sass.

3. Alex Rivera, @alexfaction

Alex Rivera is a Chicago-based makeup artist who shared his SFX, body painting, face and beauty looks on YouTube. Follow him for inspiration for your next costume party look.

4. Ryan Burke, @ryburk

Ryan Burke is a makeup artist, photographer and visual artist who I believe is from another planet. His avant-garde looks are too amazing to be of this Earth. The self-portrait artist is inspired by androgyny, sophistication, abstraction and geometry. Follow him for looks that you may not be able to recreate, but will drool over anyway.

5. Jack Emory, @makeupbyjaack

Jack Emory is a 21-year-old self-taught makeup artist who is making waves on Instagram. He's been working in the makeup industry for less than 2 years and is already SO incredibly skilled. His looks range from conceptual to classic and you'll want to follow him instantly.

"Seeing people's artistry makes me want to create. I feel that when it comes to me doing makeup, I'm a very 'on the spot' artist," he told Dose. "I never know what I'm doing until I'm doing it and I enjoy working like that." Follow him for intense eye looks that you'll want to double tap more than once.

6. Angel Merino, @mac_daddyy

Celebrity makeup artist Angel Merino is a great person to follow if you're always wondering what products your favorite celebs can't lives without. He's worked with people like Karrueche Tran and Chanel Iman and shares every step of his process on Instagram. Follow him for behind-the-scenes secrets about your favorite red carpet beauty looks.

7. Jeffree Star, @jeffreestar

Jeffree Star is the brains and beauty behind the brand Jeffree Star Cosmetics. His gender-bending looks turn heads, not just for his stunning displays of androgyny, but also because of their perfect execution. Subscribe to his YouTube channel for powerful looks with an edge.

8. Kurtis Dam-Mikkelsen, @missfamenyc

Kurtis Dam-Mikkelsen, more commonly know as Miss Fame, is an NYC-based makeup artist and drag performer who appeared on RuPaul's Drag Race. When he isn't performing as his "beyond this planet beautiful" alter-ego, he's touring around the country for his #PaintedbyFame beauty workshops. Follow him for otherworldly looks that you might have to practice a few times.

9. Patrick Simondac, @patrickstarrr

Patrick is an Orlando-based makeup artist and photographer who believes that "makeup is one size fits all." When he's not fighting for inclusivity in the makeup industry, he's on vacation with brands like Benefit, sharing his skincare secrets and creating killer tutorials. Follow him for hilarious videos that will teach you some new techniques.

10. Ariel Diaz, @theevanitydiary

Ariel Diaz is a South Florida-based makeup artist who is known for his dead-on celebrity beauty recreations. He's created looks inspired by Lady Gaga, Angelina Jolie and Beyoncé. Follow him for more looks inspired by your favorite celebs.