Kevyn Aucoin

Kevyn Aucoin was one of the most influential and famous make up artists. He worked with some very well known women such as Julia Roberts and Janet Jackson. He was originally from Louisiana but decided to move to New York where he began his incredible career. He worked for Revlon as the creative director. He also launched his own make up brand in 2001 which allowed him to take the glamour he created on models and celebrities alike and make it accessible to the general public. He has also written books, such as 'Making Faces', that became a NewYork Times bestseller. Sadly he died in 2002 but even now still remains one of the most influential make up artists of his time.

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http://www.themakeupgallery.info/various/photo/lookalike/kastars.htm

Kevyn Aucoin Pictured With Janet Jackson
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