Celebrity makeup artist Terrell Mullin has crafted some of the hottest beauty looks in Hollywood. Here, the makeup pro gives us a sneak peak into his fabulously glam world…
Celebrity makeup artist Terrell Mullin’s attention to detail and innovative ideas make him the first choice for stars such as Eva Marcille, Niecy Nash, Kimora Lee Simmons, Amber Riley, Angela Basset and Mary Mary. Establishing a reputation for his flawless looks and clean makeup techniques, Terrell’s commitment to learn and willingness to grow have paved the way for his success.
“One of the things I love most about working with Niecy is that she loves makeup. I can never put too much of anything on her, but I do like to keep her look rather minimal and let her big, brown eyes stand out. I love to work with a lot of bronze tones to give her a natural glow. I like to us M.A.C. Mineralize Skinfinish in Gold Deposit to create the perfect shimmery look for her. I stick with a deep, nude lipgloss for Niecy’s lips and define her lashes with several coats of black mascara.”
“When I work with Kimora Lee Simmons, I feel like I’m hanging with my homegirl from around the corner! She’s so down to earth and just a lot of fun. Kimora loves to wear a “smokey eye.” I find that Kevyn Aucoin’s The Eye Pencil Primatif in Basic Black helps me to achieve the perfectly dramatic and smoked-out look I like. I pair her dark eye look with a nude, glossy lip. And speaking of lips, Kimora’s are beautiful. They’re so plump and full that they make a statement in any shade!”
“It’s great working with Eva Marcille, not only because she is my cousin, but also because she never questions me. She never asks me what I am dong or which look I am going for, she just allows me to work my magic and accentuate her beauty. I always like to highlight her cheeks because they’re so big and go on forever. My go-to product when creating a makeup look for Eva is Sensual Skin Enhancer in SX 12 by Kevin Aucoin. I love it because it leaves her with a radiant, healthy-looking glow.”
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Celeb makeup pro Terrell Mullin shares his makeup musts for looking fab!
THE MAKEUP MUST-HAVES “Good brushes are essential. I’ve got to have my M.A.C. Cosmetics Large Powder Brush 134. I also like to use M.A.C. Mineralize Skinfinish to create a shimmery look. And I can’t live without Kevyn Aucoin Celestial Bronzing Veil.”
My MUA Must is my little tote bag filled with lashes! I absolutly love false lashes! From the naturals to the extremly dramatic they are all a must!
Great tip, Ryan! Thank you!
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@ cherice yes it is i have two makeup bags full of this line because it the only line that i will wear for day and for night i wear number 1 and natural for the eyes and lighttone concealors and fair coverupsyou can fine them at target or on amozon.com or on e.l.f.com something that sbh can try to give away try the flawless foundation it only 3 bucks or the moisture tent foundation go according to your skintone
Thanks for sharing your makeup musts, Catina!
My Must have make-up product is Primary Cosmetics Traveling Make-Up Palette .Includes 12 shades of eye shadows,2 blush colors and 10 lip colors for easy touch ups for business meetings and events. Comes with Black Magnetic Suede Case,gives a classic look. I have to carry it every where I go. I can send pictures also.
Thanks for the makeup hints, Terrell. Don’t forget to check out the “Star Makeup” column in each issue of SBH to find out what the celebrity makeup pros are using on today’s hottest stars!
Hi, I use BH Cosmetics. I love it, they have every color that I love… so many to choose from. It goes on smooth and last all day.
Hi Stephanie: It’s great that you found makeup you love! Don’t forget to check out the “Star Makeup” article featured in every issue of SBH for inspiration from the pros.
Make-Up Forever HD foundation is the best! You get great coverage without looking like you have a mask on…not to mention the range of colors are the best. I can never find a color to match me and I did right away with it. The eyeshadows are great too.
Thanks for the tips, Tia!
I love using on my clients sonia kashuk’s face powder and brushes they work great, very soft. I also love NYX and loreal’ “hip” duo shaddows they give to alot of intensity for an affordable price.
Thanks for the info, Christina! Don’t forget to check out the November issue (with Mary J. Blige on the cover!) for more makeup tips.
my makeup must have is the e.l.f line and i love it because i know what numbers to pick from when it comes to colors and i use their blotting tissue for touchups
Thanks for the tip, Catina!
E.L.F is the word!! Theeeee best!