Top Male to Female Makeup Artists 2026
Since Covid, the offering of Male to Female Makeup Artist services has changed. There are some ‘new kids on the block’, some still remaining and some have retired or moved on. What hasn’t changed is there are still some excellent practitioners that truly understand what it takes to turn a regular guy into a beautiful female.
If you are not close to any of the following recommendations just make sure any artist you consider has worked with crossdresser clients before. You need a makeup artist (MUA) who understands the different structure of a female face versus a male face. A male face typically has a larger nose, more prominent brow and jawline. A MUA should use the following techniques to mask the overtly male features and thereby make your face appear more feminine:
– Use of contouring and highlighting (dark and shade)
– Face taping to change facial and eye brow shape
– Color correction to mask dark areas like beard shaddow
– Eyebrow shaping which may include plucking or covering
Based on customer feedback Glamour Boutique brings you a selection of artists/services around the country that garner great customer feedback and respect for the work they do:
- Glamour Boutique, Fairfield, NJ
- Elizabeth Taylor, Takoma Park, MD
- Just You, Las Vegas, NV
- Coco Coquette, Austin, TX
- Annaliese, Los Angeles, CA
There are of course more but we are concentrating on those reported to us by clients that have experienced the services themselves.
Glamour Boutique in Fairfield, NJ
Glamour Boutique is convenient for anyone visiting the New York and tri-state area and is in need of a gorgeous male to female makeup service. Our artists are some of the best on the East Coast and regularly appear at transgender conferences like Keystone in PA. Services include a neck up makeover service including eye facelift, false lash application and wig brush out for $140. We also offer 1:1 tuition. Since we have a store, you can also shop whilst visiting for shaping garments, crossdresser clothing, shoes and wigs.
Makeovers with Elizabeth Taylor in Takoma Park, MD
Working with female crossdressers, the transgender community and gender fluid individuals, Elizabeth works full time transforming individuals into the most convincing female presentation. Located in Maryland she is very close to DC and so perfect for any individual visiting or living in/near the DC area. Services include makeovers, lessons, photos and deportment. Makeup for beginners starts at $200.
Just You in Las Vegas NV
JustYouLV.com
If you visit Las Vegas then you simply must book to see Amy with Just You. Not only can you experience one of the leading MUA’s work you can also be a part of one of their famed trips into Vegas. Amy and her team have been transforming men into beautiful females for over 20 years. You can often find them at some of the bigger transgender conferences around the country. A basic makeover (from the neck up costs $125 and you can add in Face Taping +$50 and/or Lash application +$50).
Coco Coquette in Austin TX
coco-coquette.com
If you are visiting Austin, Texas then you simply must take a trip to this original service. Coco believes that self-expression is essential to the human condition and they provide a safe LGBTQIA space where all are welcome to explore the different facets of themselves. They include partial makeup, makeup from the neck up, tuition and photos. A basic makeup starts at $100 with extras available.
Annaliese in Los Angeles CA
annaliesestyle.com
Annaliese has been serving the LGBTQ+ community for over 20 years in California. She is as much a coach in creating gender euphoric styles as well as a transformation/makeup artist. People hire her to be their style curator and even as a companion for gender-affirming surgeries. Feedback on her services is stellar and it is a more bespoke service than most. For pricing, please contact Annaliese directly.
If you have your own experience of using other makeup services that serve our community, then please reach out and tell us. We’d love to know what you think! Email us at [email protected] or message us on our Facebook page. And be sure to check out more great tips and articles on our blog!