What's New
What's New
Stay up to date with all the exciting developments at The Makeup Talent Show
The countdown has begun!
The Makeup Talent Show officially returns! We know you have missed us and wondering why we've been silent.... well we've been working behind the scenes to improve our event programs and serve you better and what's most important? We are coming back bigger and better and can't wait to reconnect with all our beauty fam!
Free Invitation Tickets!
MTS is giving out 2 free invitation tickets to its relaunch event! Stand a chance of meeting all your favourite beauty celebrities, and win game prizes at the relaunch. Details on how to enter will be published on 01/12/25 - be sure to save the date!
MTS Merchandise Collection
Watch this space for the MTS merchandise collection – Get ready to shop stunning items from our 5 piece merch designs in signature brush, funky tees, scarfs, clutch bag and hydration bottles!
Introducing Nigeria's Next Hair Stylist
The Makeup talent show is popularly known for its competitions featuring MUAs and individuals with makeup artistry talents. We have held makeup competitions since 2014 and in 2016, we held our first masterclass and exhibitions aside the annual makeup competition.
Commencing from 2026 all makeup competitions, exhibitions and masterclasses will be held in Lagos state but open to all eligible Nigerians nationwide.
Finally the big news is here! We are excited to announce an addition to our projects – Nigeria's Next Hairstylist which will also commence from 2026 and will also be held in Lagos state and open to all eligible Nigerians Nationwide so be sure to tell all your besties with passion for hairstyling and those already in the hair styling business that the Makeup talent show has got something beautiful cooking for them!
The Nigerian Industry
Did you know the Nigerian beauty industry has taken a major shift since the early 2000's to become one of Africa's biggest beauty market with a rise in indigenous cosmetics brands entering the market from makeup products to hair care and skincare products and some of these brands are currently gaining presence in other African markets.
Having made significant growth over the past few years, the Nigerian beauty market has earned its rights to become a hub for international brands wanting to enter into the African beauty market.
That's not all, the artists are not left behind. Renowned Nigerian makeup artists and hairstylists are also being sort after by individuals in other African nations requesting for their professional services from bridal glams to masterclasses.
Stay tuned for more!
See Pictures from Past Events
L - R: Debota Lawson, Bibyonce, I am Dodos, Tints Makeup pro.
King Mali Magic and Temi Otedola during the 2019 MTS Masterclass.
Gele Demo by Oni Gele.
Nigerian content creator Lhdia Stanley x UK content creator That Girl Dami.
MTS Competition contestant x model.
Lhdia Stanley x Anita Brows x Ani Stephanie at the MTS 2019 masterclass facilitated by US MUA King Mali Magic.
The beautiful Idia Asien at the MTS 2019 masterclass.
SFX showcase at the Makeup Talent Show.
Makeup Icon Tara Durotoye at the 2019 Makeup Talent Show.
Makeup Icon BM Pro | Banke Meshida Lawal at the 2019 Makeup Talent Show.
US Renowned MUA and Bobbi Brown Global Makeup artist King Mali Magic at the 2019 Makeup Talent Show.
Bobbi Brown Nigeria's beauty hangout orgabised by the Makeup Talent Show | Footballer wives and beauty queens Iheoma Nnadi Emenike x Uche Stephanie at the event.
BEAUTY artist Makeup by Nara, Peace Ibadin and Layefa Beauty at the Bobbi Brown Nigeria Hangout organised by the Makeup Talent Show.
Bright Beauty and Bobbi Brown Nigeria rep at the beauty hangout organised by the Makeup Talent Show.
The 2019 Makeup Talent Show's beauty tradefair.
Entry for the 2019 Makeup Talent Show competition by Chinway.
Entry for the 2019 Makeup Talent Show competition by Tannis.
Entry for the 2019 Makeup Talent Show competition by Makeup by AD favor.
Entry for the 2019 Makeup Talent Show competition by Feyisoge.