Celebrating Notable Black Leaders of the Beauty and Makeup Industry in History

roboMUA
4 min readJan 23, 2023

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As we recently celebrated Martin Luther King Day, the team at roboMUA was excited to celebrate the contributions of black leaders in the beauty industry. At roboMUA, we believe that everyone deserves to feel confident and beautiful in their skin. Our platform helps make that a reality by providing personalized product recommendations for a wide range of skin tones.

In honor of MLK Day, we organized a weeklong campaign to highlight five notable black leaders in the beauty and makeup industry who have made significant contributions to the industry. We shared information about one of these individuals daily on our social media platforms.

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Pat McGrath

Pat McGrath is a British makeup artist and the founder of her eponymous makeup line, Pat McGrath Labs. She is widely considered to be one of the most influential makeup artists in the world and has been credited with creating some of the most iconic beauty looks of the past two decades. McGrath’s work has been featured in countless fashion shows, editorials, and advertising campaigns, and her products are beloved by makeup artists and beauty enthusiasts.

Do well to check out the MLK Day post.

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Sam FIne

Sam Fine an American makeup artist, and author, is widely considered one of the top makeup artists in the industry. He has worked with some of the most famous models and celebrities, including Tyra Banks, Naomi Campbell, and Iman. He’s also known for his makeup tutorials and workshops. He has also released several books on makeup artistry and is considered a leading authority on makeup for women of color.

Watch the video on him here.

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Madame C.J. Walker

Madame C.J. Walker was the first African-American woman to become a self-made millionaire, and she did so by creating a line of hair care products and cosmetics specifically for black women. Born in 1867, Walker began her career as a hair care specialist, eventually developing her line of products that she sold door-to-door. She was a pioneer in the industry and her legacy continues to inspire black entrepreneurs today.

Learn more about her in this video.

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Diane C. Bailey

Diane C. Bailey is a makeup artist, and beauty educator, who has worked in the industry for over 20 years. She has worked with big names such as Beyonce, Gabrielle Union, and Angela Bassett. She is also known for her work on the set of various television shows, including “The Ellen Show”, “The Wendy Williams Show”, and “The View”. She is also the founder of the D.I.V.A.S. (Divinely Inspirational Visionary Artists of Soul) beauty workshop.

Interested in knowing more about her? Click right here.

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Iman

Iman is a Somali-American model, actress, and entrepreneur. She is widely considered to be one of the most influential models of the past several decades, and she has been a trailblazer for women of color in the fashion and beauty industry. In addition to her successful modeling career, Iman has also launched her own cosmetics line specifically for women of color and is a philanthropist and advocate for diversity in the fashion and beauty industry.

Here is the summary video on her.

We were proud to have celebrated the contributions of these black leaders in the beauty industry and hope that it inspired others to follow in their footsteps. At roboMUA, we are dedicated to providing personalized product recommendations and educational resources to help our users make informed decisions about their beauty routines. We believe everyone deserves to feel confident and beautiful in their skin, and we are committed to promoting inclusivity and diversity in the beauty industry.

Our unique AI-driven algorithm will provide you with personalized product recommendations based on your specific skin tone and preferences. Let us help you find the perfect beauty products for you and feel confident in your skin.

If you’re interested in learning more about our platform, we encourage you to visit our website and sign up for your business for a free trial. You can also download our iOS or Android mobile apps to start your journey with your personal makeup artist in your pocket.

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