Guys serve major makeup slayage and it's just as good as the ladies — so why are only a select few in the spotlight?
Beauty influencer James Charles brought this inclusion issue back into the spotlight when he called out Kim Kardashian for only inviting women to her KKW Beauty model casting.
So let's take a moment to celebrate our favorite beauty boys, because they deserve to have so many more eyes on them!
The King of Highlight, @poeticdrugs
A single scroll through his Instagram page will prove his "King of Highlight" title is well-earned. His highlight game is pure magic — and his contouring skills are ridiculously good.
Thomas Halbert, @thomashalbert
Thomas Halbert is a Youtube star with a steadily growing fan base. His blending skills are amazing but the how he uses his voice in the beauty community is even more awesome.
He is not afraid to call out the lack of representation for LGBTQ+ people *and* people of color in makeup.
Follow his Youtube channel so you can find out what the tea is with Thomas.
Bretman Rock, @bretmanrock
He is known for his bold makeup looks and life-sized personality. Follow Bretman Rock's Youtube channel to keep up with not only his makeup but also his daily vlogs.
Dezzy Lopez, @dezzzymua
Teen makeup artist Dezzy took Instagram by storm when images of his self-taught "neon strobing" went viral. His looks are bold, bright, and totally stunning.
Eddy MUA, @eddymua
There is no look that Eddy MUA will not try! Follow him on Instagram for glam looks that make gorgeously loud statements.
Miguel Galichi, @miguelgalichi
Kenneth D Senegal, @heflawless
Kenneth D. Senegal is better known by his Instagram name, @HeFlawless.
He knows how to beat his face beautifully and gives GREAT product reviews — but I go to his channel for so much more.
He has a hilarious series, including #Masktime (his skincare version of a Get Ready With Me) and #Storytime (about his personal life adventures.)
Damilola Adejonwo, @senorfenty
Damilola is the king of the wearable makeup look and his Youtube channel is inspiring in so many ways outside of makeup.
The UK-based artist creates lovely tutorials but also addresses a LOT of issues he and the rest of the LGBTQ+ community face in and outside of the beauty industry.
Gabriel Rios, @captaingabex
Rios can slay an everyday glam look but his true gift lies in his fantasy creations. This Ice King look is everything.
Check out his Youtube channel where he does the coolest fantasy makeup tutorials — including a gorgeous merman look.
Makeup Messiah, @makeup.messiah
Messiah is always challenging himself to create new, unique looks. His reverse drip-face look is a stunner! Follow his Instagram for more makeup inspiration.
Angel Bueno, @buec
Angel Bueno is always serving up Instagram makeup fun with a little highlight and a LOT of 3-D glam.
Zachary Domingo, @barbiegutz
Barbiegutz has you all covered with skincare, makeup reviews, and confidence-building videos on his Youtube channel.
Rolando Robinson, @rollyrobinson
Rolando Robinson isn't just a makeup artist with a loud, unconventional aesthetic. His Instagram is full of creative looks meant to push the limits on what people consider beautiful.
Ellis Atlantis, @ellisatlantis
Ellis Atlantis is the self-described drag queen and makeup artist your timeline needs for an inspiring color splash. Forget comic book makeup art! His animated creations go so much further than that.
Follow his Instagram and see for yourself.
Byron Shears, @buizziebee
Byron Shears can slay a face in his sleep and he easily goes from dramatic looks to simple every day wear. Follow him on Instagram.
Thomas MUA, @thomas_mua
Thomas MUA is a Thailand-based makeup artist who slays makeovers on himself and others! Watch his lovely makeup transformations on his Instagram or Youtube channel.
Christopher Castro, @paintedforthegods
Christopher Castro serves up versatile makeup looks and lots of hilarious commentary on his Instagram.
Matte, @missgaymatte
Matte has mastered the art of the doll eyes and YES, he's the one who inspired Promise Tamang's viral Bratz doll transformation.
Follow his Instagram and Youtube to learn how to pull it off straight from the makeup innovator himself!
Daniel Smith, @danielzrotfl
Nobody does a spooky beautiful makeup transformation quite like Daniel Smith. I fell in LOVE with his Poison Ivy look — but he's got so much more where that came from on his Instagram.
Tynan Sinks, @tynansinks
Tynan Sinks is a beauty writer but he regularly serves colorful makeup looks on Instagram. His style is perfect for inspiring people who love making bold colors wearable.
Yael, @yaelcarballo
Those brows! Those lips! Yael's Instagram is proof that creativity and excellence is for EVERYONE.
Victor Amaya, @vlvtvctr
Victor's Instagram is nothing short of inspirational — his love of bright colors and flawless blending skills definitely make him an artist to watch.
Naim Ahmad, @naim_on_ig
If you love flawless liner looks and glitter on glitter, Naim is definitely an artist to watch.
Moses, @comethrumaya
I have no words for the flawless beauty and artistry of Moses. From fashion to makeup, this #tomgirl is immaculate.
