Fat Mascara Ep 132: How to Approach a Face
Nov 16, 2018
Makeup artist Mario Dedivanovic shares his surprising start in the industry and offers advice to aspiring makeup artists. They discuss preventing hair breakage, the socioeconomic aspect of beauty, and finding passion in makeup. They also talk about disappearing lip lines and aging, the importance of perseverance and being a good person, and their fear of bad breath and Listerine Ready Tabs.
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Early Beauty Influence
- Mario Dedivanovic's mom, a L'Oreal maintenance woman, inspired his love for beauty by taking him to clean beautiful homes.
- Initially seeking a retail job, Dedivanovic had an epiphany at Sephora, realizing his passion for makeup artistry.
Sephora Epiphany
- Though initially hired as a fragrance consultant, Dedivanovic discovered his makeup artistry passion by helping a customer choose lipstick.
- This pivotal moment sparked his obsession, leading him to learn from makeup artists and collect gratis.
Family Disapproval
- Dedivanovic's parents, who immigrated in the 70s, prioritized education, leading to initial conflict with his makeup artistry aspirations.
- Driven by his mother's sacrifices, he aimed to prove himself and achieve success in the beauty industry.