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Here are some of my favorite looks on the talented and beautiful @sophiaechendu as Desiree for @shothechi Season 8. It’s been such a joy creating the makeup for this chameleon of a character.
Desiree’s journey took her from an icy, image-obsessed influencer and social climber to a warm, authentic, endearing girlfriend. Her makeup evolved with her.
We began the season with bold color, metallics, high-contrast graphic shapes, and cool icy tones. As she evolved, the finishes became softer and more diffused. Multichromes and sparkle were applied, then lightly powdered to create a subtle twinkle, like sunlight through clouds. We also softened the eyes, moving from crisp black liner and mascara to rich burgundy mascara with soft brown or no liner. Her color palette gradually shifted into warm tones by the finale, while she remained unmistakably Desiree with her drawn-on freckles and custom spiked lashes serving as a consistent visual throughline.
I always used cool pink blush and highlighter across the tops of her cheekbones, paired with warm golden orange tones on the apples of her cheeks.
Her brows were groomed only with clear brow gel and never filled in, except for the bleached-brow photoshoot and the Y2K party look.
I often used the incredible multichrome lip balms from @hyrularbeauty They give an elevated color shift in an effortless, wearable texture, sometimes worn sheer as a soft wash and other times layered for a high-shine finish.
Her makeup went from icy and untouchable to golden-hour girlfriend warmth. What’s your favorite look?

Staple products:
@danessa_myricks Colorfix in Bunny, Lightwork VII Palette
@narssisist Taj Mahal Blush, Hot Escape Cheek Palette in Light
@ashuntasheriffbeauty BROWzing Brow Gel
@hyrularbeauty Nebubalm Lip Balms in 01 Halcyon and 02 Protogenic

@sophiaechendu
Makeup: @davidiangrant
Hair: @katrinadenisebrown
Wardrobe: @mercedes_cook_ @youknowtiera
Photos: @davidiangrant 

Special thanks to @karenlynnmakeup and @wildergram for trusting me and giving me the opportunity to showcase my artistry. I’m so grateful to have been part of this incredible team.
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#TheChi #ChicagoMakeupArtist #IATSELocal476 #ChicagoMUA #softglam
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My favorite looks on the incomparable @monroealisep as the unforgettable Isis Monroe.
Getting to paint Monroe throughout The Chi has been an absolute joy.
She brought every single look to life with her undeniable presence, beauty, and incredible performances. Beyond the makeup, Monroe is simply one of those actresses who makes every set a better place. Brilliant, hilarious, endlessly charismatic, and genuinely caring.
A huge congratulations on the release of her new book, I’m Clockable! I couldn’t be happier for her. Go grab a copy and celebrate this incredible lady!
Thank you to @lenawaithe for continuing to create stories that celebrate LGBTQIA+ and trans voices with authenticity and heart. And to @karenlynnmakeup for leading a department where artistry, inclusivity, collaboration, and kindness always came first.
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Makeup @davidiangrant 
Hair @katrinadenisebrown 
Wardrobe @mercedes_cook_ @youknowtiera
📸 @davidiangrant 
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#TheChi #ImClockable #MonroesMoments #ChicagoMakeupArtist #IATSELocal476
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@gisquared2 & @_shermannique_ with the commentary 🤣🤣
I miss these days!! This was probably my last full time show set costuming before the strikes. Bring us backkkkk

SWIPE THROUGH 🫶🏾✨
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