KJBennett
@kjbennett.com
Cosmetic Brand & Product Developer
Multiple Emmy Award Winning MUA (IATSE Local 798)
Consumer Advocate & Industry Watchdog
Human Rights Activist 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
Multiple Emmy Award Winning MUA (IATSE Local 798)
Consumer Advocate & Industry Watchdog
Human Rights Activist 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
When two industry powerhouses join forces, expect spectacular results – and, this time, the results are spectacularly expensive (I mean like STUPID expensive).
Read the article at inmykit.com on @substack (link in my profile).
#LouisVuitton #LouisVuittonLaBeaute #PatMcGrath
Read the article at inmykit.com on @substack (link in my profile).
#LouisVuitton #LouisVuittonLaBeaute #PatMcGrath
La Beauté Louis Vuitton X Pat McGrath
WTF? $160 USD for a Lip Balm?
www.inmykit.com
August 22, 2025 at 1:47 PM
When two industry powerhouses join forces, expect spectacular results – and, this time, the results are spectacularly expensive (I mean like STUPID expensive).
Read the article at inmykit.com on @substack (link in my profile).
#LouisVuitton #LouisVuittonLaBeaute #PatMcGrath
Read the article at inmykit.com on @substack (link in my profile).
#LouisVuitton #LouisVuittonLaBeaute #PatMcGrath
LOVE will ALWAYS win!
❤️🧡💛💚💙💜🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
❤️🧡💛💚💙💜🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
A vandal ripped down 10 neighbors' Pride flags. Now the locals are fighting back. - LGBTQ Nation
Camera footage caught the vandal. But the neighbors have responded in a surprising way.
www.lgbtqnation.com
June 20, 2025 at 10:09 PM
LOVE will ALWAYS win!
❤️🧡💛💚💙💜🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
❤️🧡💛💚💙💜🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
Some folks REALLY dislike me, and it’s not because I’m a bad person.
It’s because I don’t hesitate to call out their misinformation, dishonesty, and general bullsh*t.
Apparently, some folks don’t like that.
Too f*cking bad.
I’ve worked damn hard to build my credibility and prove my honesty.
It’s because I don’t hesitate to call out their misinformation, dishonesty, and general bullsh*t.
Apparently, some folks don’t like that.
Too f*cking bad.
I’ve worked damn hard to build my credibility and prove my honesty.
June 11, 2025 at 5:24 PM
Some folks REALLY dislike me, and it’s not because I’m a bad person.
It’s because I don’t hesitate to call out their misinformation, dishonesty, and general bullsh*t.
Apparently, some folks don’t like that.
Too f*cking bad.
I’ve worked damn hard to build my credibility and prove my honesty.
It’s because I don’t hesitate to call out their misinformation, dishonesty, and general bullsh*t.
Apparently, some folks don’t like that.
Too f*cking bad.
I’ve worked damn hard to build my credibility and prove my honesty.
Don’t Agree?
Prove me wrong using citable FACTS from valid sources (@apnews , @reuters) - NO whataboutism or disinformation from @foxnews & @newsmax.
#StopTheIgnorance #StopTheBigotry #StopTheTrumpRegime #SaveDemocracy
Prove me wrong using citable FACTS from valid sources (@apnews , @reuters) - NO whataboutism or disinformation from @foxnews & @newsmax.
#StopTheIgnorance #StopTheBigotry #StopTheTrumpRegime #SaveDemocracy
June 9, 2025 at 3:20 PM
Don’t Agree?
Prove me wrong using citable FACTS from valid sources (@apnews , @reuters) - NO whataboutism or disinformation from @foxnews & @newsmax.
#StopTheIgnorance #StopTheBigotry #StopTheTrumpRegime #SaveDemocracy
Prove me wrong using citable FACTS from valid sources (@apnews , @reuters) - NO whataboutism or disinformation from @foxnews & @newsmax.
#StopTheIgnorance #StopTheBigotry #StopTheTrumpRegime #SaveDemocracy
Hey professional makeup artists…
You’re working with a very tight production schedule (photo, video, or film) and need to work fast, so which do you apply first?
Complexion makeup or eye makeup?
Read the article at inmykit.com on Substack and leave your answer in the comments.
You’re working with a very tight production schedule (photo, video, or film) and need to work fast, so which do you apply first?
Complexion makeup or eye makeup?
Read the article at inmykit.com on Substack and leave your answer in the comments.
June 6, 2025 at 2:09 PM
Hey professional makeup artists…
You’re working with a very tight production schedule (photo, video, or film) and need to work fast, so which do you apply first?
Complexion makeup or eye makeup?
Read the article at inmykit.com on Substack and leave your answer in the comments.
You’re working with a very tight production schedule (photo, video, or film) and need to work fast, so which do you apply first?
Complexion makeup or eye makeup?
Read the article at inmykit.com on Substack and leave your answer in the comments.
The "Wicked - For Good" trailer was released about 12 hrs ago, and I've watched it at least 12 times.
OMG...Part 1 was amazing, but this looks NEXT LEVEL.
I cannot wait!!! 💚💚💚
youtu.be/BRt-qexTWy4
OMG...Part 1 was amazing, but this looks NEXT LEVEL.
I cannot wait!!! 💚💚💚
youtu.be/BRt-qexTWy4
Wicked: For Good | Official Trailer
YouTube video by Wicked Movie
youtu.be
June 5, 2025 at 2:10 PM
The "Wicked - For Good" trailer was released about 12 hrs ago, and I've watched it at least 12 times.
OMG...Part 1 was amazing, but this looks NEXT LEVEL.
I cannot wait!!! 💚💚💚
youtu.be/BRt-qexTWy4
OMG...Part 1 was amazing, but this looks NEXT LEVEL.
I cannot wait!!! 💚💚💚
youtu.be/BRt-qexTWy4
What do you think?
Is this big beauty news? Or is this another social media-famous celebrity creating a brand solely to cash out if it’s a hit?
Read the article at inmykit.com on Substack.
Is this big beauty news? Or is this another social media-famous celebrity creating a brand solely to cash out if it’s a hit?
Read the article at inmykit.com on Substack.
May 29, 2025 at 4:26 PM
What do you think?
Is this big beauty news? Or is this another social media-famous celebrity creating a brand solely to cash out if it’s a hit?
Read the article at inmykit.com on Substack.
Is this big beauty news? Or is this another social media-famous celebrity creating a brand solely to cash out if it’s a hit?
Read the article at inmykit.com on Substack.
Confused about cosmetic manufacturing? Let me break it down…simply
Read the article at inmykit.com on Substack.
#CosmeticManufacturing
Read the article at inmykit.com on Substack.
#CosmeticManufacturing
May 28, 2025 at 4:06 PM
Confused about cosmetic manufacturing? Let me break it down…simply
Read the article at inmykit.com on Substack.
#CosmeticManufacturing
Read the article at inmykit.com on Substack.
#CosmeticManufacturing
FACT: You are NOT a professional makeup artist if you can’t match ALL skin tones - PERIOD.
Enjoy the free article at inmykit.com on Substack.
Video content courtesy of Salt New York.
Enjoy the free article at inmykit.com on Substack.
Video content courtesy of Salt New York.
May 26, 2025 at 3:12 PM
FACT: You are NOT a professional makeup artist if you can’t match ALL skin tones - PERIOD.
Enjoy the free article at inmykit.com on Substack.
Video content courtesy of Salt New York.
Enjoy the free article at inmykit.com on Substack.
Video content courtesy of Salt New York.
BTW - frozen margarita protein shakes are DELICIOUS (and nutricious). 😉
May 26, 2025 at 2:58 PM
BTW - frozen margarita protein shakes are DELICIOUS (and nutricious). 😉
When you’re ready to commit to becoming a professional makeup artist as your primary source of income, your first step is to set realistic, competitive rates based on your training, experience, and your MARKET.
Read my article at inmykit.com on Substack.
Read my article at inmykit.com on Substack.
May 21, 2025 at 2:26 PM
When you’re ready to commit to becoming a professional makeup artist as your primary source of income, your first step is to set realistic, competitive rates based on your training, experience, and your MARKET.
Read my article at inmykit.com on Substack.
Read my article at inmykit.com on Substack.
There is quite a bit of misinformation about HD Powder(s).
I go over what HD powder is, what it does, and when to use it in my latest article at inmykit.com on Substack.
#HDPowder #Strobing #Flashback
I go over what HD powder is, what it does, and when to use it in my latest article at inmykit.com on Substack.
#HDPowder #Strobing #Flashback
May 15, 2025 at 2:18 PM
There is quite a bit of misinformation about HD Powder(s).
I go over what HD powder is, what it does, and when to use it in my latest article at inmykit.com on Substack.
#HDPowder #Strobing #Flashback
I go over what HD powder is, what it does, and when to use it in my latest article at inmykit.com on Substack.
#HDPowder #Strobing #Flashback
Like any job, makeup artistry involves professional rivalry. I can appreciate a healthy competitive spirit that pushes you towards higher goals. But when competition becomes toxic, it can lead to deceit, sabotage, and plain old backstabbing.
www.inmykit.com/p/dealing-wi...
www.inmykit.com/p/dealing-wi...
Dealing with Professional Rivalry
When healthy competition turns toxic.
www.inmykit.com
May 13, 2025 at 3:55 PM
Like any job, makeup artistry involves professional rivalry. I can appreciate a healthy competitive spirit that pushes you towards higher goals. But when competition becomes toxic, it can lead to deceit, sabotage, and plain old backstabbing.
www.inmykit.com/p/dealing-wi...
www.inmykit.com/p/dealing-wi...
May 12, 2025 at 1:50 PM
FACT:
Many people have no business teaching, much less charging you $$$ for poor makeup education.
But, how can you distinguish between credible educators and people who are only in it for a cash grab?
I explain how to PROPERLY shop for makeup education at inmykit.com on Substack.
Many people have no business teaching, much less charging you $$$ for poor makeup education.
But, how can you distinguish between credible educators and people who are only in it for a cash grab?
I explain how to PROPERLY shop for makeup education at inmykit.com on Substack.
May 11, 2025 at 12:42 PM
FACT:
Many people have no business teaching, much less charging you $$$ for poor makeup education.
But, how can you distinguish between credible educators and people who are only in it for a cash grab?
I explain how to PROPERLY shop for makeup education at inmykit.com on Substack.
Many people have no business teaching, much less charging you $$$ for poor makeup education.
But, how can you distinguish between credible educators and people who are only in it for a cash grab?
I explain how to PROPERLY shop for makeup education at inmykit.com on Substack.
At its most basic, “non-comedogenic refers to ingredients that won’t clog human pores.
Sounds like a simple explanation, but it’s really not.
I explain all the contributing factors at inmykit.com on Substack.
#CosmeticEducation #Noncomedogenic
Sounds like a simple explanation, but it’s really not.
I explain all the contributing factors at inmykit.com on Substack.
#CosmeticEducation #Noncomedogenic
May 5, 2025 at 4:00 PM
At its most basic, “non-comedogenic refers to ingredients that won’t clog human pores.
Sounds like a simple explanation, but it’s really not.
I explain all the contributing factors at inmykit.com on Substack.
#CosmeticEducation #Noncomedogenic
Sounds like a simple explanation, but it’s really not.
I explain all the contributing factors at inmykit.com on Substack.
#CosmeticEducation #Noncomedogenic
Cosmetic-grade silicones are safe for skincare, makeup, and hair care; that’s a FACT.
I took a deep dive into FACT or FICTION surrounding cosmetic-grade silicones at inmykit.com on Substack.
#CosmeticGrade #Silicone
I took a deep dive into FACT or FICTION surrounding cosmetic-grade silicones at inmykit.com on Substack.
#CosmeticGrade #Silicone
May 1, 2025 at 3:18 PM
Cosmetic-grade silicones are safe for skincare, makeup, and hair care; that’s a FACT.
I took a deep dive into FACT or FICTION surrounding cosmetic-grade silicones at inmykit.com on Substack.
#CosmeticGrade #Silicone
I took a deep dive into FACT or FICTION surrounding cosmetic-grade silicones at inmykit.com on Substack.
#CosmeticGrade #Silicone
I don’t want my name on a cosmetic brand.
You can read why for FREE at inmykit.com on Substack (link in my bio).
#CosmeticDeveloper #CosmeticConsultant
You can read why for FREE at inmykit.com on Substack (link in my bio).
#CosmeticDeveloper #CosmeticConsultant
April 27, 2025 at 4:22 PM
I don’t want my name on a cosmetic brand.
You can read why for FREE at inmykit.com on Substack (link in my bio).
#CosmeticDeveloper #CosmeticConsultant
You can read why for FREE at inmykit.com on Substack (link in my bio).
#CosmeticDeveloper #CosmeticConsultant
One of the biggest complaints about foundation and concealer is that many oxidize to an inhuman Oompa Loompa orange tone (very tRumpy) or become a few shades darker than you originally applied.
I explain why in today’s article at inmykit.com on Substack.
I explain why in today’s article at inmykit.com on Substack.
April 25, 2025 at 3:59 PM
One of the biggest complaints about foundation and concealer is that many oxidize to an inhuman Oompa Loompa orange tone (very tRumpy) or become a few shades darker than you originally applied.
I explain why in today’s article at inmykit.com on Substack.
I explain why in today’s article at inmykit.com on Substack.
The time has come, once again, for me to clarify where I fit in the world of social media.
You can read this free article and add your comments at inmykit.com on Substack.
#CosmeticIndustryExpert #BeautyInfluencer #ConsumerAdvocate
You can read this free article and add your comments at inmykit.com on Substack.
#CosmeticIndustryExpert #BeautyInfluencer #ConsumerAdvocate
April 23, 2025 at 12:54 PM
The time has come, once again, for me to clarify where I fit in the world of social media.
You can read this free article and add your comments at inmykit.com on Substack.
#CosmeticIndustryExpert #BeautyInfluencer #ConsumerAdvocate
You can read this free article and add your comments at inmykit.com on Substack.
#CosmeticIndustryExpert #BeautyInfluencer #ConsumerAdvocate
BASIC is not a bad thing.
In the article at inmykit.com on Substack, I discuss why beauty professionals should limit the actives in skin prep products they stock in their makeup kits.
Brands Featured:
#LaRochePosay
#MOBBeauty
Disclosure: I receive no compensation for featuring these brands.
In the article at inmykit.com on Substack, I discuss why beauty professionals should limit the actives in skin prep products they stock in their makeup kits.
Brands Featured:
#LaRochePosay
#MOBBeauty
Disclosure: I receive no compensation for featuring these brands.
April 22, 2025 at 2:44 PM
BASIC is not a bad thing.
In the article at inmykit.com on Substack, I discuss why beauty professionals should limit the actives in skin prep products they stock in their makeup kits.
Brands Featured:
#LaRochePosay
#MOBBeauty
Disclosure: I receive no compensation for featuring these brands.
In the article at inmykit.com on Substack, I discuss why beauty professionals should limit the actives in skin prep products they stock in their makeup kits.
Brands Featured:
#LaRochePosay
#MOBBeauty
Disclosure: I receive no compensation for featuring these brands.
For me, price gouging is no bueno, but it seems that Anastasia Beverly Hills is OK with it.
Read my article comparing brow pomades from BaeBrow and ABH at inmykit.com on Substack.
#BrowPomade #BaeBrow #AnastasiaBeverlyHills
Read my article comparing brow pomades from BaeBrow and ABH at inmykit.com on Substack.
#BrowPomade #BaeBrow #AnastasiaBeverlyHills
April 17, 2025 at 4:37 PM
For me, price gouging is no bueno, but it seems that Anastasia Beverly Hills is OK with it.
Read my article comparing brow pomades from BaeBrow and ABH at inmykit.com on Substack.
#BrowPomade #BaeBrow #AnastasiaBeverlyHills
Read my article comparing brow pomades from BaeBrow and ABH at inmykit.com on Substack.
#BrowPomade #BaeBrow #AnastasiaBeverlyHills
Ever wonder how important ceramides are to overall skin health?
VERY important.
I explain why and provide a list of road-tested moisturizers that support skin barrier health.
Read the article at inmykit.com on Substack.
VERY important.
I explain why and provide a list of road-tested moisturizers that support skin barrier health.
Read the article at inmykit.com on Substack.
April 15, 2025 at 4:11 PM
Ever wonder how important ceramides are to overall skin health?
VERY important.
I explain why and provide a list of road-tested moisturizers that support skin barrier health.
Read the article at inmykit.com on Substack.
VERY important.
I explain why and provide a list of road-tested moisturizers that support skin barrier health.
Read the article at inmykit.com on Substack.
Glow Recipe is suing Makeup by Mario for trademark infringement.
But is the “Watermelon Glow” lawsuit valid?
Read my article at inmykit.com on Substack and let’s dicuss in the comment section.
#GlowRecipe #WatermelonGlow #MakeupByMario
But is the “Watermelon Glow” lawsuit valid?
Read my article at inmykit.com on Substack and let’s dicuss in the comment section.
#GlowRecipe #WatermelonGlow #MakeupByMario
April 11, 2025 at 2:48 PM
Glow Recipe is suing Makeup by Mario for trademark infringement.
But is the “Watermelon Glow” lawsuit valid?
Read my article at inmykit.com on Substack and let’s dicuss in the comment section.
#GlowRecipe #WatermelonGlow #MakeupByMario
But is the “Watermelon Glow” lawsuit valid?
Read my article at inmykit.com on Substack and let’s dicuss in the comment section.
#GlowRecipe #WatermelonGlow #MakeupByMario