Introducing STEPHEN MOLESKI AS Ardell's Beauty of the week! He is driven, passionate, a visionary and here to spill all his beauty secrets with us!
AR:
Tell us about yourself.
SM:
I've been a Celebrity MUA for 25 years with a passion for beauty! I've lived all over the world but I'm based in Los Angeles.
AR:
Describe your earliest beauty memory.
SM:
I never ever thought about beauty or makeup as a career .. I was going to work with animals or be an artist. I loved color. When I was 18 and coming out in Orlando I was around amazing DragQueens.. I spent time watching my friend Chynagirl paint her face before the club and their stories about celebrities and I quickly fell into a love affair with makeup.
Photos provided by Stephen Moleski
AR:
Who had the biggest beauty influence on you growing up?
SM:
The Original SUPERMODELS! Watching George Michael Videos was banned in my house … I would sneak out and watch MTV, I saw Linda Evangelista and was in awe of her beauty.
AR:
What is something that you no longer believe about beauty that you once did?
SM:
Perfection… Beauty is in the imperfect.
Photos provided by Stephen Moleski
AR:
How do you define beauty today?
SM:
Beauty has no definition, it's more of individual confidence and energy one has inside of them … makeup artistry gives the ability to engage that in every person!
AR:
Do you have any favorite beauty practices that you swear by?
SM:
I’m 43 … Consistent Skincare routine and Red light therapy.
“Beauty has no definition, it's more of individual confidence and energy one has inside of them … makeup artistry gives the ability to engage that in every person!” – Stephen Moleski
AR:
Is there a moment in your career that you are most proud of?
SM:
The Olympics with Mel B and the Spice Girls … in that moment I knew it could only be for me and those involved.. the energy and moment could never be matched.
AR:
What’s your go-to makeup or skin care routine?
SM:
Skincare always with light concealer and cream blush and a good natural lash.
AR:
What is the best beauty tip you’ve ever discovered?
SM:
Powder before foundation or concealer and also apply concealer with a microfiber puff....blends amazing.
AR:
What is your favorite beauty trend right now?
SM:
I hate trends…
AR:
Do you listen to music when you get ready? If so, who is on your playlist?
SM:
I listen to Whitney Huston and Pia Toscano mostly but mix in Robyn and Sam Smith.
AR:
In addition to making people feel beautiful, how do you like to spend your free time?
SM:
I’m always busy building my brand so I love my downtime to cook and spending time with my hubby and dogs.
AR:
What would someone never guess about you?
SM:
I’m more of an introvert than you would think… I get MAJOR social anxiety!
Photos provided by Stephen Moleski
AR:
What is one of your favorite inspirational quotes?
SM:
It’s what I say about my brand and why I do makeup , “There’s nothing more beautiful than a person that looks in the mirror and sees their unique beauty”
AR:
Describe what the perfect "day off" looks like to you.
SM:
The perfect day off would be on a beach somewhere with my husband, but I don’t get a lot of time off so if I’m off I love just chilling with my dogs and cooking!
AR:
Do you have any words of advice for others who may want to embark on a beauty career path?
SM:
You're not for everyone… Don’t compare yourself… It’s not easy, it’s not as glamorous as it looks… LIKES don’t pay bills … It’s a business, run it like one!
AR:
What’s next for you?
SM:
I have a lot of things in the works, but too soon to talk about…
RAPID-FIRE: ARDELL BEAUTY QUESTIONS
AR:
What are your favorite ARDELL lash styles? Why?
SM:
Any of the naked lashes… 421 are perfect and 429 are the best for giving a simple look an exotic edge.
AR:
What keeps you coming back to ARDELL lashes?
SM:
Quality and style .. we just fit together!
AR:
What is the trick for the perfect ARDELL lash application?
No! You will lose the shape .. curl your lash, curl the Ardell lash…mascara your lash, apply, pinch together and then mascara up for a comfortable, seamless fit!
AR:
What is your go-to DUO lash glue formula?
SM:
Quick Set!
GET 15% OFF WHEN SHOPPING AT ARDELLSHOP.COM BY USING STEPHEN MOLESKI'S CODE:
