From small makeup mishaps to the trials and tribulations that structure your entire makeup career, being a freelance makeup artist isn’t easy. But it can be one of the most rewarding careers with one of the most diverse career paths.
Since you’re not reporting to anyone or company, you’re your own boss. As you reap all the rewards of being a freelancer, such as setting your own rates and choosing your clients, you also have to be the sole bearer of all the difficulties along the way. It may seem like you’re all alone, but you really aren’t! All freelancing makeup artists know that the struggle is real.

When a client reaches for your kit
… and your mind goes a mile a minute asking questions like, “Have they washed their hands?”, “Are they touching everything in that drawer?” and “Don’t drop it. Don’t drop it. Don’t drop it!” If they end up going near any exposed palettes and doing swatches of your products, remember to disinfect everything after your appointment!

When clients ask you for a discount during or after application
We know it’s hard, but one of the perks of being a freelancer is being able to say NO! Being a freelancer that you are, you’ve probably already put together a contract and had it signed by your client. They know your rates coming into it, and if they wanted a discount, they should have asked beforehand!

When you have to wash multiple brush sets at once
Sometimes you’ll end up using almost all the brushes from three different brush sets during the same appointment. Cleaning brushes is definitely one of the least exciting aspects of your job, but giving your brushes a thorough wash is absolutely necessary

When it’s time to restock your makeup
As a Makeup artist, nothing is more stressful than a giant shopping spree. After all, what’s a better excuse for purchasing makeup than business? But it’s always a struggle when multiple items in your collection go kaput and you have to replace them all at once. You end up walking out of Mall, Idumota, Tejuosho market, with a long receipt, but your bag only contains different shades of the same product. It just isn’t satisfying!

When your clients parrot tips and tricks they read/saw online
You’ll encounter some clients who are incredibly enthusiastic about makeup, but sometimes they just don’t have all the facts right. It can be frustrating if they tell you how to do your job with incorrect/unsafe methods, but keep your cool! If they’ve got something wrong, correct them and then share some insider tips and tricks straight from the horse’s mouth. You’re a professional, so it’s time to show it.
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