If you are a bride planning your wedding, then you’ve probably already been on Instagram pouring over page after page, searching for makeup and hair inspirations. There are so many different styles and makeup artists on social media that it can be overwhelming at times. Well, if you haven’t already looked up Arber Bytgi, then you might want to. The Kosovan make-up artist is well known for making some very amazing transformations on brides-to-be using makeup.

[post_page_title]#1 Red Carpet Ready[/post_page_title]

While some women may prefer the more subtle makeup look, Arber goes for glamorous red-carpet looks. So definitely look into him if smoky eyes, defined brows, and bold lips are your style. Arber's make-up definitely packs a punch of color. It really helps to accentuate this woman's beautiful eyes and lips. You can find him on Instagram and Facebook.

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[[pagebreak]][post_page_title]#2 She Looks Like A Different Person[/post_page_title]

In order to show potential clients just how skilled he is with his make up artistry, he takes before-and-after pictures of his transformations. The before-and-after pictures are always my favorite when sifting through pages of makeup artists' work on social media. And Arber's are quite exceptional.

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[post_page_title]#3 Arber Has A Following[/post_page_title]

As a result, Arber has amassed over 300k followers on his Instagram. And once you look at his Instagram page, it's clear to see why he's got so many followers. It’s definitely fair to say that Arber is a magician when it comes to his craft.

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[post_page_title]#4 He Always Listens To His Clients[/post_page_title]

Of course, Arber is no stranger to the idea that it’s the bride’s big day, so what she wants goes. He understands that his clients all have different preferences and levels of comfort when it comes to makeup. If one of his clients prefers a more natural look, he will do that too.

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Arber has said before in interviews, "I got interested in makeup when I was just a child. The first drawings that I did were of eyes, girls or dresses. I used to take my mom’s make-up and play with it when I was only five years old, so I knew that I’ll become a makeup artist pretty early."[[pagebreak]]

[post_page_title]#5 He's Been Making People Over Since Childhood[/post_page_title]

It turns out that his fascination with makeup didn't just happen overnight. "When I finished high school, my family didn't want me to continue my studies in the beauty industry because in our culture it’s considered taboo if a male works in this industry," he said. "So, at first, I got a master's degree in economics and only then did I follow my dream and started working as a makeup artist."

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[post_page_title]#6 He Takes The Outfit Into Consideration[/post_page_title]

Arber said of his creative process: "When I meet my client, the first question I ask is what kind of occasion are they getting their makeup done for. I also ask my clients if they have any specific requests. For example, if they want a natural or dramatic look. Then I ask them [to show me] the dress that they are going to wear. The design of the dress and its details reveal the style of the look the client is going for. Then, I analyze their facial features."

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[post_page_title]#8 He Does Makeup For A Lot Of Brides[/post_page_title]

Arber continued, saying, "We serve more than one thousand brides in a year. The summer, in particular, is a very demanding season for bridal makeup. During this period, I and my team serve as many as 60 or more clients daily."

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[post_page_title]#9 Arber's Advice For Aspiring Makeup Artists[/post_page_title]

When it comes to makeup and experimenting with makeup, Arber has some advice for anyone that wants to play around with their look. "Makeup is like jewelry for the face. Play with colors and shapes. Don’t be afraid to transform yourself. At the end of the day, you can just clean it," the makeup artist says.

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[post_page_title]#10 You Should Always Have Fun With Makeup[/post_page_title]

Arber has quite solid advice for those wanting to take the plunge into makeup use for themselves. At the end of the day it can just be wiped away if you don’t like it, so why not have fun with makeup?

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[post_page_title]#11 This Smoky Eye Is To Die For[/post_page_title]

This look is one of my favorites. I love, love, love the very smoky eye. I probably could never execute this one myself, as the cat-eye eyeliner struggle is real for me. But it's so pretty to look at.

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[post_page_title]#12 Jewelry Can Add Extra Drama[/post_page_title]

This transformation seems to be a little more subtle than some of the others, probably because the makeup palette used is very neutral in brown shades. But those earrings though. How is she managing? They definitely give the look that very dramatic vibe.

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[post_page_title]#13 What Does Her Dress Look Like?[/post_page_title]

This one is one that I really want to know what the dress looks like...unless she's getting married in black? Guess we'll never know. But the hair and makeup are STUNNING. And yes, that could only be expressed with all capital letters.

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[post_page_title]#14 Channeling The Kardashians[/post_page_title]

This one is almost very Khloe Kardashian but with red lips. The bride-to-be looks glamorous with a slight retro nod. Very pretty.

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[post_page_title]#15 A Subtle Princess[/post_page_title]

This one is another look that almost feels subtle in terms of makeup. But the hair and the tiara give it that glammed up, very dramatic vibe. It's amazing how a little bit of nude lip coloring and some shine can make a person's lips look so full. Who needs lip fillers when you have makeup? She looks like a wedding Bratz doll. 

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[post_page_title]#16 An Etherial Look[/post_page_title]

This is another one where I wish I knew what the dress looked like. The overall effect of the makeup with the hair and veil, makes me envision a pretty white dress with lace detailing. What do you think she probably wore for her dress? Either way, the hair and makeup look etherial.

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[post_page_title]#17 Her Skin Is Transformed[/post_page_title]

What is fascinating about Arber's transformations is how dewy he manages to get the brides' faces to look. This is one of those examples. It's like night and day when you look at the skin. Makes us wonder just how much of a fan of highlighter he might be. Plus the red lips are so fun looking. 

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[post_page_title]#18 He Nails Every Detail[/post_page_title]

This is another quite dramatic look. The bold lip is so great. The eye makeup is just soft enough to not get overpowered by the lip, but still smoky enough to give a dramatic effect.

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[post_page_title]#19 Subtle Glam[/post_page_title]

This one is pretty cool. The eyes seem to have a glittery rim around them. Wish I could do this and be so subtly glam. Me and glitter eye makeup do not mix. It's a hazard.

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[post_page_title]#20 Hair Can Frame A Face To Perfection[/post_page_title]

This one is one of my favorite looks. Not necessarily for the makeup, but I just love her veil. Regarding her makeup though, the look is quite nice. The bold lip ties in well with the overall look, and the curls frame her face quite nicely.

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[post_page_title]#21 The Power Of Conturing[/post_page_title]

I think this is a great example of how makeup contouring can totally change a face. This bride was obviously very pretty before her transformation, but after it seems like her face - particularly her jawline - seem to be more angular. If only I could contour without looking like an old school drag queen.

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[post_page_title]#22 Disney Brought To Life[/post_page_title]

This transformation looks very much like a Disney princess come to life. We can totally picture Elsa in the live-action remake wearing this look. The smoky eyes are absolutely stunning, and the nude lips offset the look perfectly. Plus, that veil headpiece looks like it belongs on royalty.

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[post_page_title]#23 A Splash Of Color[/post_page_title]

I like this look because it seems to play with color. Most of what we've seen has been mostly smoky eyes, but this has a hint of magenta to it. It really shows off Arber's range. He can really do it all. A complete wiz when it comes to makeup.

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[post_page_title]#24 Transformed - Inside And Out[/post_page_title]

It's also incredible how Arber's makeup can even make brides-to-be look even more excited. This bride in the first picture doesn't that thrilled, possibly because it was an early start. But after getting her makeup done, she's smiling and looking like she can't wait to walk down the aisle. The power of makeup.

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[post_page_title]#25 Straight Out Of A Fairytale[/post_page_title]

This is another look that is a very dramatic and looks like it belongs in a fairytale. This bride-to-be is definitely living her best princess fantasy life. And we are definitely loving the combined smoky eye with the gold glittering detail on the corners of her eyes. Arber is a genius. 

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[post_page_title]#26 What A Headpiece[/post_page_title]

This bride is another bride-to-be that seems to be rocking the Khloe Kardashian look. Unlike the other bride with the bold lip color, this one has nude lips, which makes her look even more like a Kardashian. And the long wavy hair looks very Khloe-esque. I am completely in love with her hairpiece, it's stunning. She's looking very elegant.

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[post_page_title]#27 Subtle Transformations Can Be Just As Striking[/post_page_title]

Perhaps one of the most subtle of the transformations, this one doesn't have a huge shock factor. The only thing very dramatic is the eyes. But the look overall is very pretty. It even seems to have made her look younger and give her more of a babyface. What do you think?

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If you are a bride planning your wedding, then you’ve probably already been on Instagram pouring over page after page, searching for makeup and hair inspirations. There are so many different styles and makeup artists on social media that it can be overwhelming at times. Well, if you haven’t already looked up Arber Bytgi, then you might want to. His makeup artistry is so glamorous. The Kosovan make-up artist is well known for making some very amazing transformations on brides-to-be using makeup.

While not everyone is a fan of the red-carpet look for their wedding, his work is still nice to check out since it's quite glamorous to look at. Even those who prefer natural make-up can still appreciate it.

[post_page_title]#1 Red Carpet Ready[/post_page_title]

While some women may prefer the more subtle makeup look, Arber goes for glamorous red-carpet looks. So definitely look into him if smoky eyes, defined brows, and bold lips are your style.

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https://www.instagram.com/p/Byw3chFAbRv/
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Arber's make-up definitely packs a punch of color. It really helps to accentuate this woman's beautiful eyes and lips. You can find him on Instagram and Facebook.

[[pagebreak]][post_page_title]#2 She Looks Like A Different Person[/post_page_title]

In order to show potential clients just how skilled he is with his make up artistry, he takes before-and-after pictures of his transformations. The before-and-after pictures are always my favorite when sifting through pages of makeup artists' work on social media. And Arber's are quite exceptional.

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They are truly incredible to see the change. Some of his brides actually look like completely different people after going under the brush with Arber.
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[post_page_title]#3 Arber Has A Following[/post_page_title]

As a result, Arber has amassed over 300k followers on his Instagram. And once you look at his Instagram page, it's clear to see why he's got so many followers. It’s definitely fair to say that Arber is a magician when it comes to his craft.

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While there’s no doubt that all his clients are already pretty without makeup, somehow he manages to make them look even more beautiful than they already are. I probably couldn't even achieve that level of beauty with six different filters if I tried. No wonder he's accumulated such popularity and inspires lots of brides to be.
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[post_page_title]#4 He Always Listens To His Clients[/post_page_title]

Of course, Arber is no stranger to the idea that it’s the bride’s big day, so what she wants goes. He understands that his clients all have different preferences and levels of comfort when it comes to makeup. If one of his clients prefers a more natural look, he will do that too.

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https://www.instagram.com/p/But6AqZAlw4/
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Arber has said before in interviews, "I got interested in makeup when I was just a child. The first drawings that I did were of eyes, girls or dresses. I used to take my mom’s make-up and play with it when I was only five years old, so I knew that I’ll become a makeup artist pretty early."[[pagebreak]]

[post_page_title]#5 He's Been Making People Over Since Childhood[/post_page_title]

It turns out that his fascination with makeup didn't just happen overnight. It was a build-up many years in the making. He's loved makeup since childhood. Arber has stated that even though he was interested in makeup as a young boy, he didn't have it easy.

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"When I finished high school, my family didn't want me to continue my studies in the beauty industry because in our culture it’s considered taboo if a male works in this industry," he said. "So, at first, I got a master's degree in economics and only then did I follow my dream and started working as a makeup artist."[[pagebreak]]

[post_page_title]#6 He Takes The Outfit Into Consideration[/post_page_title]

Aber went on to explain how he goes about the process with his clients. He does try to get to know them before coming up with a plan of action for their makeup, rather than deciding straight away how he's going to do their wedding look.

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Arber explains: "When I meet my client, the first question I ask is what kind of occasion are they getting their makeup done for. I also ask my clients if they have any specific requests. For example, if they want a natural or dramatic look. Then I ask them [to show me] the dress that they are going to wear. The design of the dress and its details reveal the style of the look the client is going for. Then, I analyze their facial features."[[pagebreak]]

[post_page_title]#8 He Does Makeup For A Lot Of Brides[/post_page_title]

Arber continued, saying, "We serve more than one thousand brides in a year. The summer, in particular, is a very demanding season for bridal makeup. During this period, I and my team serve as many as 60 or more clients daily."

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By the sounds of it, the makeup artist is kept quite busy. I wonder if he ever gets any vacation time? But at the same time, do you ever really work when you're doing something you love?
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[post_page_title]#9 Arber's Advice For Aspiring Makeup Artists[/post_page_title]

When it comes to makeup and experimenting with makeup, Arber has some advice for anyone that wants to play around with their look.

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"Makeup is like jewelry for the face. Play with colors and shapes. Don’t be afraid to transform yourself. At the end of the day, you can just clean it," the makeup artist says.
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[post_page_title]#10 You Should Always Have Fun With Makeup[/post_page_title]

Arber has quite solid advice for those wanting to take the plunge into makeup use for themselves. At the end of the day it can just be wiped away if you don’t like it, so why not have fun with makeup?

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Are you a bride-to-be? Have you looked into what you want your makeup to look like on your big day? What do you think about Arber’s creations? When it comes to makeup, do you prefer the glamorous full face, or are you more into a simple, more natural look? Let us know. Meanwhile, you can further scroll for more of his looks.
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[post_page_title]#11 This Smoky Eye Is To Die For[/post_page_title]

This look is one of my favorites. I love, love, love the very smoky eye.

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I probably could never execute this one myself, as the cat-eye eyeliner struggle is real for me. But it's so pretty to look at.
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[post_page_title]#12 Jewelry Can Add Extra Drama[/post_page_title]

This transformation seems to be a little more subtle than some of the others, probably because the makeup palette used is very neutral in brown shades.

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But those earrings though. How is she managing? They definitely give the look that very dramatic vibe.
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[post_page_title]#13 What Does Her Dress Look Like?[/post_page_title]

This one is one that I really want to know what the dress looks like...unless she's getting married in black? Guess we'll never know.

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https://www.instagram.com/p/B0EbNCBAgXO/
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But the hair and makeup are STUNNING. And yes, that could only be expressed with all capital letters.

[post_page_title]#14 Channeling The Kardashians[/post_page_title]

This one is almost very Khloe Kardashian but with red lips.

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https://www.instagram.com/p/B03SwFKgUqb/
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The bride-to-be looks glamorous with a slight retro nod. Very pretty.[[pagebreak]]

[post_page_title]#15 A Subtle Princess[/post_page_title]

This one is another look that almost feels subtle in terms of makeup. But the hair and the tiara give it that glammed up, very dramatic vibe.

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https://www.instagram.com/p/Bv7Qc4PAG_f/
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It's amazing how a little bit of nude lip coloring and some shine can make a person's lips look so full. Who needs lip fillers when you have makeup? She looks like a wedding Bratz doll. 
[[pagebreak]]

[post_page_title]#16 An Etherial Look[/post_page_title]

This is another one where I wish I knew what the dress looked like. The overall effect of the makeup with the hair and veil, makes me envision a pretty white dress with lace detailing.

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https://www.instagram.com/p/BwhymM5AyJo/
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What do you think she probably wore for her dress? Either way, the hair and makeup look etherial.

[post_page_title]#17 Her Skin Is Transformed[/post_page_title]

What is fascinating about Arber's transformations is how dewy he manages to get the brides' faces to look. This is one of those examples. It's like night and day when you look at the skin.

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https://www.instagram.com/p/B11qLRqgIaV/
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Makes us wonder just how much of a fan of highlighter he might be. Plus the red lips are so fun looking. 

[post_page_title]#18 He Nails Every Detail[/post_page_title]

This is another quite dramatic look. The bold lip is so great.

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https://www.instagram.com/p/BxFGMTXgLeG/
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The eye makeup is just soft enough to not get overpowered by the lip, but still smoky enough to give a dramatic effect.
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[post_page_title]#19 Subtle Glam[/post_page_title]

This one is pretty cool. The eyes seem to have a glittery rim around them.

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Wish I could do this and be so subtly glam. Me and glitter eye makeup do not mix. It's a hazard.

[post_page_title]#20 Hair Can Frame A Face To Perfection[/post_page_title]

This one is one of my favorite looks. Not necessarily for the makeup, but I just love her veil.

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https://www.instagram.com/p/B0oabAxg7ED/
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Regarding her makeup though, the look is quite nice. The bold lip ties in well with the overall look, and the curls frame her face quite nicely.

[post_page_title]#21 The Power Of Conturing[/post_page_title]

I think this is a great example of how makeup contouring can totally change a face. This bride was obviously very pretty before her transformation, but after it seems like her face - particularly her jawline - seem to be more angular. 

[MediaContent]
https://www.instagram.com/p/B0WeIKjAtRp/
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If only I could contour without looking like an old school drag queen.

[post_page_title]#22 Disney Brought To Life[/post_page_title]

This transformation looks very much like a Disney princess come to life. We can totally picture Elsa in the live-action remake wearing this look.

[MediaContent]
https://www.instagram.com/p/Bz6AfImgbzx/
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The smoky eyes are absolutely stunning, and the nude lips offset the look perfectly. Plus, that veil headpiece looks like it belongs on royalty.

[post_page_title]#23 A Splash Of Color[/post_page_title]

I like this look because it seems to play with color. Most of what we've seen has been mostly smoky eyes, but this has a hint of magenta to it.

[MediaContent]
https://www.instagram.com/p/Bz8fp8pAbYQ/
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It really shows off Arber's range. He can really do it all. A complete wiz when it comes to makeup.[[pagebreak]]

[post_page_title]#24 Transformed - Inside And Out[/post_page_title]

It's also incredible how Arber's makeup can even make brides-to-be look even more excited. This bride in the first picture doesn't that thrilled, possibly because it was an early start.

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But after getting her makeup done, she's smiling and looking like she can't wait to walk down the aisle. The power of makeup.

[post_page_title]#25 Straight Out Of A Fairytale[/post_page_title]

This is another look that is a very dramatic and looks like it belongs in a fairytale. This bride-to-be is definitely living her best princess fantasy life.

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https://www.instagram.com/p/B0ofzQhgFRs/
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And we are definitely loving the combined smoky eye with the gold glittering detail on the corners of her eyes. Arber is a genius. 

[post_page_title]#26 What A Headpiece[/post_page_title]

This bride is another bride-to-be that seems to be rocking the Khloe Kardashian look. Unlike the other bride with the bold lip color, this one has nude lips, which makes her look even more like a Kardashian.

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https://www.instagram.com/p/B0teslZgNT3/
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And the long wavy hair looks very Khloe-esque. I am completely in love with her hairpiece, it's stunning. She's looking very elegant.

[post_page_title]#27 Subtle Transformations Can Be Just As Striking[/post_page_title]

Perhaps one of the most subtle of the transformations, this one doesn't have a huge shock factor. The only thing very dramatic is the eyes. 

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But the look overall is very pretty. It even seems to have made her look younger and give her more of a babyface. What do you think?

We often criticize celebrities for setting impossible beauty standards. They have personal trainers to sculpt their bodies into perfect shape - and if that doesn't work, there's always plastic surgery! Plus all of their photos are carefully Photoshopped to ensure they look flawless.

But there is a way for everyday people to look just as amazing as celebrities, thanks to the magic of makeup. It's incredible how the right colors and contouring can transform a face, and a personality. When you like what you see in the mirror, you feel happier, and ready to take on the world.

Beauty guru Goar Avetisyan gives makeovers to everyday women to give them a boost of self-confidence. Many of her clients suffer from severe skin conditions, like scars, burns and acne. The Moscow-based makeup master has built a following of 4.6 million followers on Instagram, thanks to her unbelievable transformations. She believes "every woman can be a Hollywood star" and the pictures prove it's true.

Here are 13 before-and-after photos:

1. Jamilya

When Jamilya was two years old, she was severely burned. Goar paid for her plane ticket from Dagestan so she could get a confidence-boosting makeover.

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2. Lily

Due to her birthmark, Lily got two skin transplants, but the operations left her with significant scars. Now they are no longer visible.

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3. Mother of two

Believe it or not, this mother of two never had makeup done before, not even at her wedding. And man, was she missing out! After this application, she said she "was so happy" and "would never forget this day in her life." (The "after" picture could be the daughter of the woman in the "before" picture.)

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4. Julia

Julia is undergoing chemotherapy treatment, which is a harrowing process. But thanks to Goar's skills (and a dope wig), she was able to totally transform. She said she was amazed by the final result.

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5. Kate

Kate has a scar, several moles and extremely sensitive. But you'd never guess that now.

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6. Vlada

After 15 eye operations, Vlada was unhappy with her natural look. She dreamed of a make-up transformation, and Goar made her vision come true.

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7. Ann

Ann suffers from alopecia, which can be devastating to self-esteem. Now she feels motivated to fight it.

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8. Jeketarina

Sadly, Jeketarina has been diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer. However, she's not giving up just yet. After looking in the mirror, she felt a rush of positivity.

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9. Natalia

Goar saw this woman on the street and said she "wanted to transform her from the bottom of my heart." Mission accomplished. (Only bad news is, now she probably gets cat-called!)

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10. (Unnamed)

Not sure if the eye color and skin color changes were necessary, but still, another striking makeover.

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11. Irina

Goodbye wrinkles!

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12. Harem

Goodbye acne!

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13. Grandmother

Beauty knows no age. After Goar's transformation, this grandmother is slaying (even if she doesn't know what 'slaying' is).

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It takes time and money to do makeup transformations like these thirteen women, but clearly the effort is worth it.

In a related story, here's 16 celebrities that look equally amazing without makeup...

It's a miracle what you can achieve with a little bit of makeup these days. Seriously, all I have to do to transform myself from tired-looking zombie to slightly-less-tired-looking human is slap on a bit of foundation, and *boom* instant improvement. What's more, the only extra effort I ever make when going out is maybe a spot of eyeliner and a little highlighter - and even that's enough to earn a compliment or two from friends.

In the grand scheme of things, though, most of us don't even scratch the surface when it comes to harnessing the full potential of makeup. We might have our go-to lipliners and trusty mascaras to fall back on when the time comes to fancy ourselves up a bit, but how may of us really use cosmetic products for real artworks?

One person who certainly does is Alexis Stone, a makeup artist from Manchester, England. Using only store-bought cosmetics, he is able to transform himself into anyone from the Queen of England to Will Smith - and his skills are like nothing you've seen before. Just take a look at some of his finest works...

1. You won't belieb your eyes when you see this one

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2. Taylor can't come to the phone right now. Why? Because she's actually Alexis

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3. This should win the Oscar for best makeup

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4. Alexis, you're going to need to Cher your makeup tips with us all

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5. Come on, Vogue

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6. Someone get this guy his own talk show right now

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7. Somehow still not as fake as the real Donatella 

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8. This is the best look, the greatest look, nobody else does makeup like this

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9. Watch out Zuckerberg, someone's stolen your face(book)

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10. Everyone else step aside, the momager has arrived

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11. Holy crap!

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12. A look deserving of a crown

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13. From one queen to another

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14. Now this look is fresh

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15. Alexis' skills are a 'Lange' way from a horror story

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16. The second Jenner to make the list

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17. Looking as pale as he did in Edward Scissorhands - but somehow still more lifelike

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18. A style icon for the ages

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Needless to say, then, Alexis has a lot of skill - but I don't think most of us will be attempting his looks for a casual daytime event anytime soon.

There are some people who really are wizards when it comes to makeup. Seriously, I'm talking about the people who can take years off their face with some good foundation, and can erase blemishes to accentuate their best features. Then there are some people who can use cosmetics to transform themselves into anything they want. They can manipulate the eye with optical illusions and artistic talents, and even change their appearance to become an uncanny celebrity doppelgänger.

Self-taught makeup artist Bea Mocorro is one such genius, who can transform herself into anyone, from Beyoncé to Morgan Freeman. Bea has managed to rack up a fair few followers on Instagram and Facebook, and can spend anywhere between five and seven hours painstakingly replicating the intricate details of celebrities’ faces.

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Bea first became enamoured with the artistic possibilities of makeup when she was a teenager, after learning that her college ran a beauty course. She'd always been possessed of an artistic flare, but after signing up for the course, she learned that she had a natural aptitude for makeup. Not content with simple beautification, she decided to use her own face as a canvas for her artistic endeavours.

"I choose people whose music I like, because when I hear their songs I almost feel like I become them," Bea stated in a recent interview. "I make sure, when I’m transforming myself into an artist, I listen to only them. I don’t want to distract myself with someone else’s music, and hearing them helps me to channel them ... I love doing male transformations, because it’s a way of making myself look completely different. People always react well to that shock factor, as it’s such a contrast."

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She added: "With Drake, for example, I pulled back my hair, then made use of my forehead and used face paint to create the texture of his hairline. I posed against a black background, too, to make sure my hair all blended, and you couldn’t see my ponytail. A black background is vital for making this sort of illusion .... The transformation that’s impressed people the most is my Beyoncé one. I’ve always wanted to recreate her look – she’s my queen."

Indeed, Bea has also stated that she actually finds female makeovers more challenging, since women often have more intricate facial details, which she has to mimic more subtly. She doesn't rely on fancy materials either; using typical high street brands like NYX, L’Oreal and MAC when planning her transformation pictures, and occasionally using a wig to accentuate her look.

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Wow, I guess this just goes to show that if you don't like the sight of your own face, all it takes is some serious skills with a brush to make you someone else. Personally, I think Bea has a glittering career in Hollywood as a makeup artist ahead of her. Keep up the good work Bea!