YouTube makeup sensation NikkieTutorials took to social media with makeup only done on one half of her face. There were shamers and critics all over so she decided to show them just how powerful makeup can be.
What followed next were men and women who whipped out their brushes, doing exactly what she did, showing everyone else how transformative makeup can be for the better.
Here are 25 of the best transformations for you to enjoy. There’s lots more out there too!
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1. With or without freckles
Those eyes hold galaxies in them. It is one and the same person, and regardless of her make up, she’s still gorgeous. But she does look even more glamorous, like she owns the red carpet.
2. Bolder and fuller
There is power in colors and arches. She uses both to bring out a queen. All she has to do is roar.
3. Fiercely female
She can be both friendly and fierce, depending on who it is and how they treat her. These are looks that could potentially slay.
4. Rising out of the ashes
It’s a frosty look, and that is a compliment. Almost like she went through a rebirth and came out with more powers in this life.
5. Breathing new life
Make up tutorials are of big help for those who need a new look or are interested in learning the craft. The surprise during transformations are always welcome too.
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YouTube - Terry MakeupTutorials
6. Icy baby
Those blues look incredible. She could give Elsa a run for her money with this cool stare. And all it took was a talented stroke of a brush.
7. Hyperpigmentation what
Amazing what a talented makeup artist can do for any skin condition. Not everyone is blessed with flawless skin but makeup skills can be learned to take on challenges.
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YouTube - Youkeyy
8. Dark is drop dead gorgeous
Darker shades did well for this young lady. She looks stunning with her features enhanced and accentuated with her color choices. Almost fit for a Tim Burton movie.
9. Now that’s talent
Critics and shamers were silenced when this YouTuber used her skills to bring out the bluest blue eyes they’ve ever seen. That’s how you keep them quiet.
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YouTube - Grav3yardgirl
10. Wilder and wilder
This one just screams wild. She would go really well in a DC comics feature as her own unique character. She screams her own style.
11. A message for all
Let’s let Cassie Harper explain it for everyone. Get it? Got it?
12. Go global and dominate
She rose to the challenge and took all challengers head on with this insane transformation. Her Asian features look so fresh and sharp, totally different from her western counterparts.
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YouTube - 홀리
13. Hendrix still rocks
The name is Chell and this YouTuber just showed viewers the power of makeup. Go ahead and follow this channel to learn more about amazing makeup skills.
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YouTube - Chell Hendrix
14. Worthy to wield the power
She has the power to stun and to capture eyes. And her eyes have the power to pierce through whoever gets in her way.
15. A star of stars
This video’s got 10,459,909 views. Add yours to it because it is one crazy transformation. 4.31 million subscribers don’t lie either.
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YouTube - PatrickStarr
16. Burn them back
She’s a victim of burning and it’s not clear why. But her scars tell her story, and her makeup tells her future. There is power in her hands.
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YouTube - Shalom Blac
17. Many sides to a story
So many haters, critics, and experts out there but no one knows the real story to a person. Whatever it is, this young lady writes her own chapters. Beautiful, mysterious ones.
18. Brighter than she thinks
What a lovely glow she has even before her makeup. And now she blinds with her beauty. For good measure, she does her hair to go with her new look. Stunning.
19. Sunny Stephanie
She talks about her sunspots but really, Steph looks amazing already. The makeup just enhances her already fantastic features.
20. Sweeter than that dessert
Kristine knows the transforming power of makeup and she wields it quite well. Her color choices are striking and certainly unique to her. A stunning woman for sure.
21. Kim needs no introduction
Kim K is someone who knows how powerful makeup is. She gets in on the challenge, with a half and half look but honestly, she looks great either way.
22. Where it all began
It is all about creativity and fun, like how musicians use their instruments or artists their brushes. Nikkie uses makeup like a weapon here. And she’s not even afraid.
23. Vibrant and vivacious
The intricacy and skill required to apply all those colors. Imagine how long it took her. The results though are unreal.
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24. Skin to really envy
What an amazing skin tone. She already is a lovely lady but look at what happens with makeup. She just becomes stunning.
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25. Black is beautiful
From freckles to a nice black finish, this young woman’s goth look is one rockers and artists will appreciate. From the girl next door to the girl who breaks down doors.
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