KirstenFredrickson_Esthetician&MakeupArtist on LTK

KirstenFredrickson_Esthetician&MakeupArtist

Day in the life of a pro makeup artist. I offer a Makeup 101 experience which is more than a lesson— a personalized beauty blueprint my clients take home. And because true luxury is lasting results… they also receive custom take-home guides: ▪︎ skincare routine ▪︎ brush, foundation + contouring breakdowns ▪︎ brow shaping education ▪︎ eyeshadow placement ▪︎ makeup brushes & their use ▪︎ personalized notes tailored to them Plus a face chart + before & after photos to reference anytime. This isn’t just makeup… it’s learning how to show up as your most elevated, confident self—every single day. MakeupLesson Makeup101 AlbanyNYMakeupArtist MakeupEducation 518makeupartist LTKBeauty LTKgrwm LTKdayinmylife

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Glowing makeup for this beauty for a photoshoot! Also, another opportunity to work with photographer Rob Grien in Stockbridge, MA, again!

Foundation/color corrector: @cinemasecretspro

Brows: @anastasiabeverlyhills - (med brown)

Bronzer: @esteelauder

Eyes/Blush/Lip: @maccosmetics - (Barely Bold lip liner, Thanks It's MAC lipstick, Nylon (highlight), Soft Brown (crease), Embark (liner), Naked Lunch (highlight lid), orb (base - all over eye area) eye shadows, and Fleur Power blush.

Lashes: @ardellbeauty (420 lashes)

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One of my bridal clients…Stunning bride-to-be!

Airbrush Foundation: @kettcosmetics
Concealer: @cinemasecretspro
Brows/Contour: @anastasiabeverlyhills
Eyes/Blush/Highlight: @maccosmetics
Lipstick: @givenchybeauty #23
Setting Powder: @rcmamakeup
Setting Spray: @urbandecaycosmetics
Lashes: @ardellbeauty

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✨Hello! Let me introduce myself!

I've been a licensed esthetician and freelance makeup artist since 2006. I started out working for Esteelauder shortly after graduation from the Aesthetic Science Institute as a counter manager. Then I was offered a position on their regional artistry team while living out west. As a freelancer, I started with bridal makeup and then added editorial shortly thereafter. Sometimes, I was even in front of the camera as a commercial model. I learned the ins and outs of working in a studio and with stellar creative teams! My first music video was for country singer Levi Hummon in 2016, and my first IMDb-credited feature film was in 2017 - it was an amazing experience to be behind the scenes of such a cool process! I've had the opportunity to have my work published and be a part of New York Bridal Fashion Week at Kleinfeld Bridal in NYC. Many films, commercials, editorials, TV gigs, spa work experiences, etc., and I still love what I do! 🫶

✨Here are a few little tidbits about me:

Fave food: Anything Italian and steak with shrimp.

Hobbies/Pastimes: Time with my family & friends, hiking (love the ADK's), skydiving (overdue for my third jump), photography, travel/day trips, broadway shows, seeing my favorite bands live, going to the gym (I've been slacking lately, though), genealogy, watching Housewives of (insert city) or just about anything on Bravo and Outlander... I even traveled to Scotland to see some of the filming locations. 🤷‍♀️

Astrological Sign: Cancer 🦀

✨Did you know?

▪︎ I'm a history geek and a nerd about learning new things/continuing education in general 🤓
▪︎ I was in the Army - hooah!
▪︎ Mom to two beautiful souls
▪︎ I've lived in multiple states: NY, GA, SC, UT, & CO (Army life, mostly)
▪︎ I'm a sucker for rescues / love my furbabies - Freya, Chloe, & Shiloh 😻

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For this bridesmaid, we let these beautiful freckles shine through @cinemasecretspro creme-based foundation!

Shop the timeless look I created for her!

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Exfoliation is one of the biggest game changers in skincare — and these three from Dermalogica
have been staples in my personal skincare arsenal for years. 🤍

I personally started using the Daily Microfoliant in 2005 while in esthetics school, and it’s still one of the products I consistently recommend to friends, clients, and I repurchase. My skincare arsenal will never be without it! :)

✨ My breakdown:

• Daily Milkfoliant — calming + soothing for sensitive or dry skin
• Daily Microfoliant — brightening, smoothing, and perfect for maintaining glow
• Daily Superfoliant — detoxifying and amazing for congestion, excess oil, and city skin

What I love most is that they’re gentle enough for regular use while still giving that polished, fresh-skin feeling without harsh scrubs. I use the exfoliant my skin needs that day, week, or season.

Bonus: You can reuse the original bottle by purchasing the refill bags and save money!

Note: Exfoliate 2 to 3 times a week - your skin will thank you!

Shop all 3 exfoliants according to your personal needs and my skincare favorites on my LTK! 🤍

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Scroll to see photos of this beautifully enhanced bridal trial, using @kettcosmetics!

Timeless bridal makeup look! Shop the products I used:

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Beautiful bride-to-be!

✨Makeup I used:
Airbrush Foundation: @kettcosmetics
Concealer/Color Corrector: @cinemasecretspro
Bronzer: @esteelauder
Contour/Brows: @anastasiabeverlyhills
Blush/Highlight/Eyeshadow/Eyeliner/Lip/Lipliner: @maccosmetics
Faux Mink Lashes: @ardellbeauty
Setting Powder: @rcmamakeup
Setting Spray: @urbanebeautyco

✨Skin Prep:
@biodermausa
@mariobadescu
@embryolisseusa

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Sitting outside during the film crew's lunch break...

I am about to hit 20 years as a licensed esthetician and freelance makeup artist, and what a ride it has been. Sometimes we have to stop and reflect on everything...

Life is a journey, and it's up to us to make a good one!

Shop my clean makeup look!

Makeup:
@chanel.beauty - bronzer/mascara
@armanibeauty - foundation
@anastasiabeverlyhills - brows

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Soft glam, seamless skin, and bridal beauty that lasts all day! 🤍

Shop the products used to create this timeless bridal look on my LTK ✨💍

Complexion:

- Airbrush foundation / @KETTCosmetics

- Cinema Secrets Color Corrector / Med. Red & Light Blue

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A recent Makeup 101 client who wanted to learn a simple every day makeup application. ✨️

The use of color correction (Cinema Secrets light/medium red and blue cc) helped to tone her skin, using a soft brown eyeshadow and bronzer brought warmth to her face, and a touch of pink on her lips and cheeks finalized the look. Simple touches but big impact. ✨

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A day in the life of a makeup artist!💄

Currently booking Albany-area bridal trials and weddings for the 2026 season!

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Beautiful bride-to-be!

Save and shop this bridal look if you’re getting married soon! 💕

Airbrush foundation: @kettcosmetics
Concealer: @cinemasecretspro
Blush: @narsissist
Highlight: @maccosmetics
Brows: @anastasiabeverlyhills
Eyes: @maccosmetics
Lipstick/liner: @charlottetilbury
Setting Powder: @rcmamakeup
Setting Spray: @urbandecaycosmetics

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Unboxing my ride-or-die. 🩷🌸The Chanel Le Volume Mascara in Noir has been my go-to for 8 years—and for good reason. Instant volume, deep black pigment, and that luxe, lifted lash look every single time. Trust me when I say, I've tried A LOT of mascaras, but nothing compares. If you know, you know. ✨And, who doesn't love some extra goodies from Chanel, too? A mini Le Volume Mascara and COCO Mademoiselle perfume - perfect for my purse.Shop it in my LTK.#ltkbeauty #chanelbeauty #mascararoutine #makeupmusthaves #ltkcreator @ltk.creators @chanelofficial

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Let the mane reign...

Looking to tame your curls? I've been using @lusbrands for the last several months. The curl creme is 🫶!

Makeup Used -

Foundation/Concealer: @armanibeauty

Bronzer/Mascara: @chanel.beauty

Brows: @anastasiabeverlyhills

Setting Spray: @charlottetilbury

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Beautifully enhanced not masked! 🫶

Day in the life of a pro makeup artist… This was my last October wedding of 2005!

Shop the bridal look!✨

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Client headshots with photographer Diane Chappell at Central Studio Albany!

Shop my client's makeup look and what's in my pro makeup kit!

@cinemasecretspro
@maccosmetics
@anastasiabeverlyhills
@embryolisseusa

My forever favorite ✨

I’ve been wearing Chanel Chance Eau Tendre since 2018, and it never misses. Soft, fresh, and feminine with the perfect hint of sweetness—this is the one I get stopped and asked about constantly.

If you want a signature scent that feels effortless but elevated, this is it. Great gift idea for mom this Mother's Day, too!

🌸 Fragrance Notes Breakdown

Top (first impression):

Grapefruit & Quince...
Bright, juicy, slightly citrusy-fresh opening.

Heart (what lingers as it settles):

Jasmine & Rose...
Soft, romantic floral—this is where that “pretty, feminine” vibe comes in.

Base (what stays on the skin):

White musk...
Clean, slightly powdery, skin-like finish that gets all the compliments.

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Lights, camera… flawless skin. 🎬✨

On set essentials that keep everything camera-ready—hydration, prep, and touch-ups that last through every take. Shop the kit I trust behind the scenes.

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Your skin, but smoother, firmer, and glowing. ✨

My current nighttime trio from DRMTLGY that’s doing the most for texture, fine lines, and overall skin health:

💧 Needle-less Serum (Renew)
Think of this as your skin-smoothing prep step. It helps plump, refine texture, and boost hydration while calming redness.

✨ Needle-less Growth Factor Serum (Repair)
This is where the magic happens— supports collagen production, improves elasticity, and visibly firms + lifts over time.

🌙 Peptide Night Cream
Locks everything in while you sleep. Deeply nourishing, helps restore the skin barrier, and leaves you waking up with that soft, bouncy glow.

How I apply (PM routine):

-Cleanse skin thoroughly
-Apply Needle-less Serum (lightweight, absorbs quickly)
-Follow with Needle-less Growth Factor Serum (focus on areas of concern)
-Seal it all in with Peptide Night Cream.

Why I love this combo:
✔️ Smooths fine lines + texture
✔️ Boosts firmness + elasticity
✔️ Deep hydration without heaviness
✔️ Supports long-term skin health

Consistency is everything with skincare—and this lineup makes it easy.

🤍 Skincare created by Dermatologists. 🤍

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Some of my makeup kit must-haves. ✨

These are the products I reach for every single time—whether it’s bridal glam, soft everyday beauty, or long-wear events.

💄 Flawless skin starts with the right prep + finish (this setting spray is non-negotiable).

🖌️ Clean brushes = better application, always.

🎯 Color correctors are my secret weapon for bright, even, camera-ready skin.

If you’ve ever wondered what actually lives in a pro artist’s kit… this is it. 🤍

Shop my go-to essentials!

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Obsessed is an understatement 🤍. My holy-grail mascara for instant volume, length, and that rich, inky-black finish. If you want lashes that look fuller in one coat (and dramatic in two), this is it.

Chanel Le Volume de Chanel Mascara in shade 10 Noir has been a staple in my makeup bag and my everyday routine—no flaking, no clumping, just bold, lifted lashes that last all day.

Pro tip: Wiggle at the base + build at the outer corners for that soft, lifted effect. ✨

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I don’t usually recommend lip stains because most of them dry the lips out and settle into texture, but this one surprised me.

The Maybelline Super Stay Vinyl Ink in ‘Cheeky’ (perfect nude color) goes on smooth, feels like a gloss, and doesn’t immediately pull moisture from the lips the way traditional stains do.

If you love a long-wear lip but hate that tight, dry feeling by midday, this is a great drugstore option. 💓 I even added this to my pro makeup kit!

Shop my entire look!

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What is my bronzer go-to? 1000% this.

The Chanel LES BEIGES Healthy Glow Bronzing Cream has been a staple in my makeup bag since 2018. On days when I want a quick, polished makeup look, I’ll sweep it across my eyelids for warmth and blend it into my cheeks for that effortless, sun-kissed finish.

The tone is absolutely perfect—never orange, never muddy, just naturally sculpted skin. It’s one of those rare products that makes getting ready feel easy but still elevated.

Truly a beautiful bronzer and one I never hesitate to reach for or have a backup for. :) Worth every penny.

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These are the products I always come back to. 🤍

DRMTLGY products that I’ve used for years, and they’re true staples in my routine:

✨ Luminous Eye Corrector – brightens, smooths + gives that effortless “well-rested.” I have recommended this to so many friends and clients along with…

✨ Pumpkin Enzyme Mask – the glow-up treatment your skin didn’t know it needed (gentle exfoliation + instant radiance).

✨ Brightening Eye Masks – de-puff, hydrate, and prep perfectly for makeup.

If you’re building a results-driven routine without the overwhelm, these are such a solid place to start. Skin that looks healthy and confident is always the goal.

Shop everything linked! 🛍️

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Soft glam essentials you’ll reach for every time. ✨

Luminous skin starts with a flawless base + the perfect flush of color — and this combo never misses. Think radiant, smooth coverage paired with that soft, romantic cheek that ties everything together effortlessly.
These are the staples I keep in rotation for when I want a polished, elevated, and timeless look. 💄

Shop my go-to complexion favorites + this exact blush tone on my LTK.

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