Perhaps they want to stand out and offer something different. Telling horror stories adds an edge to their makeup artistry and makes them more memorable.
A makeup artist can be considered one who tells stories when they use makeup to create a mood. For example, using dark, smoky eyes and pale lips can create a moody, mysterious story. They also tell stories through their choice of colors, like using bright colors for a fun, energetic story.
Maybe they have a passion for both makeup and solving mysteries. Or perhaps they experienced something related that sparked their interest in crime stories.
Maybe to entertain their colleagues during breaks. It's a fun way to pass the time and share some spooky experiences from their work.
One horror story could be about a time when doing makeup for a horror movie scene. The actor was supposed to look like a decaying corpse. As the makeup artist was applying the prosthetics, the actor suddenly twitched in a very unnatural way. It turned out he had fallen asleep and was having a nightmare, but it scared the makeup artist half to death.
One makeup artist was working on a movie set. Late at night, she was left alone in the makeup trailer. As she was cleaning up, she heard a strange scratching noise from inside a locked cabinet. When she opened it, a rat jumped out, knocking over all her expensive makeup supplies. It was a horror for her as she had to replace a lot of the ruined items.
Allergic reactions are quite common. Like when a client doesn't disclose their allergies and then has a bad reaction during makeup application. Another one is running out of products in the middle of a job. For example, if a makeup artist is doing a full face of makeup and suddenly realizes they don't have enough foundation left. It can be a disaster.
One horror story could be a makeup artist having to deal with a client who has extremely sensitive skin but didn't disclose it. The makeup artist used the usual products and the client had a bad allergic reaction right before an important event. It was a nightmare to try and fix the situation quickly.
They might tell stories about famous horror movies. For example, the making - of - horror - stories behind movies like 'The Exorcist' or 'Halloween'.
Their ability to incorporate horror elements into beauty. They can create looks that are both beautiful and spooky, which is quite different from traditional makeup artists. For example, they might do a makeup look inspired by a vampire that still has an alluring quality.
Well, a makeup artist could tell stories about the behind-the-scenes of fashion shows or the challenges of creating looks for special occasions. They might also share tales of how makeup can boost someone's confidence and self-esteem.