Ep. 21 | Working in Hollywood with A-List Celebrities feat. Celebrity Makeup Artist Carola Gonzalez
CAROLA"I WANT TO CREATE A BALANCE"
Carola Gonzalez is a celebrated makeup artist known for her creativity, passion, and gentle spirit. With years of experience working on film sets, television, and with some of Hollywood’s most recognized faces. You’ll hear us talk about navigating the business side of makeup artistry and the importance of creative rest and recharging.
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In this inspiring episode, we welcome makeup artist Carola Gonzalez, whose extraordinary journey from Puerto Rico to Los Angeles has made a significant impact in the beauty industry. As an artist in residence for Bobbi Brown, Carola has worked with A-list celebrities such as Kerry Washington, Adria Arjona, Michael B. Jordan, and Simon Cowell. Her work has appeared in prestigious publications including W, Marie Claire, Glamour, InStyle, Vanity Fair, Essence, GQ, and Esquire, photographed by legends like Patrick Demarchelier, Bruce Weber, and Annie Leibovitz.
We dive into Carola’s path from starting with no connections to collaborating with Hollywood’s biggest names. She shares insights on navigating the business side of makeup artistry, building and maintaining the right clientele and agent relationships, and the importance of taking time off to recharge creatively. Carola also discusses how manifestation has played a role in her success.
In addition to her work with Bobbi Brown, Carola has collaborated with brands such as Chanel, Lancome, Glossier, and Hourglass, and contributed to campaigns for Givenchy, Coach, Movado, L’Oréal, American Crew, Neutrogena, Apple, and Nike. Whether you’re an aspiring makeup artist or curious about starting your own business, this episode offers valuable inspiration and practical wisdom.
Show Topics:
Carola’s journey from Puerto Rico to Hollywood makeup artist
Working with celebrity clients and top photographers
Navigating the business side of makeup artistry
Building and sustaining professional relationships and agents
The importance of creative rest and recharging
Harnessing manifestation to fuel success
Collaborations with major beauty and lifestyle brands
timestamps
00:00 Intro
1:40 I didn’t feel beautiful to stand in front of the camera
4:08 Creating healthy, youthful skin in the most natural way
5:59 Balancing red carpet, TV, film, and social media
8:02 Your gut is your brain
9:43 The reality of being a makeup artist
12:00 Prioritize the things that make you feel good
15:57 Facing obstacles, starting on your own
22:39 Building relationships
32:40 The red carpet experience
36:23 Understanding the business of this business
46:20 The importance of friendships
50:49 Taking time off, losing clients, and manifestations
54:56 Finding the right agent
1:00:47 Navigating social media, being yourself on camera
1:13:16 Hiring the right person to work with you
1:15:58 Investments and the long-term plan
about carola gonzalez
Carola González is a Los Angeles-based makeup artist originally from Puerto Rico and currently an artist in residence for Bobbi Brown. Her celebrity clientele includes Kerry Washington, Adria Arjona, Michael B. Jordan, and Simon Cowell. Her work has appeared in W, Marie Claire, Glamour, InStyle, Vanity Fair, Essence, GQ, and Esquire. She has worked with renowned photographers such as Patrick Demarchelier, Bruce Weber, Annie Leibovitz, Nino Munoz, and Mark Seliger. In 2018, Carola received an award at the Hollywood Beauty Awards. She has served as a Beauty Ambassador for Neutrogena North America, been a Chanel makeup artist for Latin America, and collaborated with brands including Lancome, Glossier, Hourglass, Givenchy, Coach, Movado, L’Oréal, American Crew, Apple, and Nike.
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WHAT’S IN CAROLA’S BAG?
Odacite Blue Aura Turmeric + Holy Basil Cleansing Water: (It's hydrating, and removes eye makeup without irritating or drying the eye area, and even removes highly pigmented lipstick.)
Ilia Lip Wrap Treatment: (hydrates dry lips with a buttery texture)
Bobbi Brown Skin Corrector Stick: (I use it before concealer and foundation application. It preps my skin for flawless foundation application.)
Iris & Romeo Best Skin Days: (A multitasking product combining skincare, makeup, and SPF 30 for a radiant, hydrated look.)
Westman Atelier Face Trace Contour Stick: (I use it to contour, and warm up the skin after foundation application)
Chanel LE Volume de Chanel Mascara: (Favorite mascara that builds volume without clumping and perfectly separates lashes)
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