Danucera Diaries
Entry 22: Shain Kish
Tell us a little about yourself?
My name is Shain Kish, I am from Pittsburgh, PA, but I've lived in NYC for over 15 years. Im the Global Makeup Artist for Saie Beauty.
Which is your favorite Danucera product and why?
CERABALM! Its actual magic, It creates the perfect clean, hydrated soft canvas for skincare and makeup.
Can you explain the importance of skin prep in a make-up routine?
Do you have 20 minutes? LOL! Prepped skin is crucial for makeup application. It will determine texture, wear time and comfort. Our skin isn't a shell, it's more like a sponge and the better hydrated, the better your skin, the more your skin will work with the makeup instead of against it.
"Cerabalm [is] actual magic. It creates the perfect clean, hydrated soft canvas for skincare and makeup. "
— Shain Kish—
Q: As a MUA, how do you balance your own personal creativity and the direction of the show or the individual's style?
Shain: "Listening to direction and checking your ego, understanding the vision or clients comfort always comes first, making educated suggestions and always explaining that it's just makeup and we can always adapt or start again."
Q: When doing someone's make-up what is your end goal?
Shain: "To inspire confidence."
Q: What has been one of your proudest career moments so far?
Shain: "Being a part of Saie beauty and watching it grow from 6 products."
Q: What’s the part of Fashion Week that no one talks about, but should?
Shain: " The music! Fashion shows always have the best music."
Q: Who is your dream person to do their make-up?
Shain: "Gwenyth."
Q: For the average person, what is one thing they could do in relation to their make-up look that would be a game-changer?
Shain: "Figuring out where to place your blush on your specific face shape."
Q: What are your non-negotiable rituals for grounding yourself, especially during hectic times like Fashion Week?
Shain: "Breathwork, You can always get high on your own supply. instead of the 3rd cup of coffee try some breath of fire!"
Q: Did you always dream of working in beauty? What would your 13-year old self think of who you are and what you are doing now?
Shain: " I've always been attracted to the most beautiful thing in any room, whether that was a person or a lamp. I think I would tell 13 year old Shain that people are drawn to you and that is your biggest gift. "
Q: Once fashion week is over, the first thing you are doing is ____________?
Shain: "Week, try month LOL. Go to Dishoom in London and then eat a whole bag of Percy Pigs. I'll be in London for an event!"