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Aug 28, 2026
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by James Molloy

Thirty weeks. When we started Makeup Live I genuinely didn’t know if anyone was still going live. Nobody in this industry seemed to be doing it, other than Danessa and her team. We just wanted somewhere to talk about makeup...

Aug 21, 2026
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Community Masterclass: Three Brushes for a Softly Sculpted Wedding Guest Eye

In Week 29 Makeup Live, James created a wedding guest look using just three brushes from the Signature Eye Detail Brush Set. He walked through the 223 for a soft wash of colour, the 264 for his most requested technique, tightlining between the lashes, and the 300 for perfectly separated lashes without falsies. The episode was all about restraint, proving that a beautifully finished eye comes down to the right brushes and knowing how to use them.

Jun 04, 2026
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MY FACECHARTS: The Diverse Facechart Book Built for Real Makeup Artists

If you've been using generic facechart books that all look the same this is the upgrade you didn't know you needed. MY FACECHARTS is a professional facechart book collection created by our co-founder celebrity makeup artist James Molloy. It's available...

May 28, 2026
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Why I Created My Own Facechart Book — A Makeup Artist's 25-Year Journey

I started my makeup career at a MAC counter in 2001. I was young, full of ideas, and slightly terrified. And somewhere between the foundation shades and the eyeshadow palettes, someone handed me a facechart a blank illustrated face printed...

May 05, 2026
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Compartmentalise Your Craft: How MY MULTI POD Transforms The Way Artists Work

Stay organised, work faster. MY MULTI POD is a compact, customisable organiser designed to keep your brushes and tools upright, separated and always within reach.

Apr 28, 2026
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Clean Kit, Confident Artistry: Why Every MUA Needs a Dedicated Hygiene Bag

A clean kit is a professional kit. Explore how MY HYGIENE BAG gives your disposables and hygiene essentials a dedicated, organised home, improving efficiency, sanitation and client confidence.

Apr 21, 2026
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Build It Your Way: How MY SMALL FLEX-POTS Let Your Kit Evolve With Your Artistry

Build a kit that works your way. Discover how MY SMALL FLEX-POTS bring modular, colour-coded organisation to your setup, helping you customise your kit, streamline your workflow and create with confidence.

Feb 13, 2026
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Introducing the MYNETICS™ ‘ON HAND’ KIT

Too Much To Hold. Not Enough Control. On set, my hands are always full. A brush between my fingers. A pencil tucked somewhere. A compact balanced awkwardly. Loose products open. Swatches covering the back of my hand. It slows everything...

Feb 09, 2026
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Fashion Week Backstage: The Tools That Keep You Moving

Backstage at Fashion Week has always been intense. It’s fast, unpredictable, and you’re constantly working under pressure. I’ve been working shows since the early 2000s, and I’ve learned what it takes to make a show run smoothly. When you’re part...

Jan 02, 2026
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Which MYKITCO Brush Set Is Right for You?

If you’ve ever looked at brush sets and thought “I don’t actually know what I need”, you’re not alone. That’s exactly why I built ours the way I did. At MYKITCO, our brushes are designed to feel intuitive. The shape...

Dec 19, 2025
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How to Create the Perfect Holiday Party Makeup Look

I love the holiday season, for me it is about confidence, glow, and impact. Whether you’re heading to a Christmas party, festive dinner, or New Year’s Eve celebration, your makeup should feel polished, wearable, and elevated not overworked but also...

Nov 14, 2025
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5 Underrated Brushes That Transform Your Holiday Looks

Every makeup artist has those few brushes that never leave their kit — the tried-and-true heroes. But what about the quiet achievers - the ones that don’t always get the spotlight but deliver serious impact? As the festive season ramps up,...

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