A WORLD OF COLOUR

Make-up artist Baltasar González Pinel on the perils of the culture of make-up trends, and what colours make it to his bag

-  KONIKA DATTA

If we look closely, the world of a painter and a make-up artist seem similar. Both love playing with colours, textures, and art. So what happens when one person champions both roles? 

Make-up artist and Director of Make-Up Artistry, EMEA of M.A.C, Baltasar González Pinel's love for make-up stemmed from his passion for drawing. Whether painting faces for the runways or creating products, Pinel always views make-up as an art form and a tool of expression. As we sit down with him to discuss all things make-up, he gives us a glimpse of his world, and shares steps to make the industry more inclusive, and the importance of being unique in the era of following trends.

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