# Celebrity Makeup Transformations Paolo Ballesteros Undergoes Makeup Metamorphoses By Vasiliki Marapas | Published 2014-10-08 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/celebrity-makeup-transformation References: [refinery29](http://www.refinery29.com/2014/10/75801/paolo-ballesteros-celebrity-inspired-makeup-transformations) & [instagram](http://instagram.com/pochoy_29/) Paolo Ballesteros posts pictures of insane [celebrity makeup transformations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/celebrity-twin) on his [Instagram](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/origami-portaits). With a keen eye, deft hand and lots of props (wigs, contact lenses), Ballesteros morphs into the likes of Kim Kardashian, Ariana Grande and Megan Fox, among others. And I have to say, the dude makes a pretty good-looking lady! Who would have thought? The artistry, creativity and attention to detail that Ballesteros employs should really be applauded. I mean, I can't imagine the time it takes to [contour](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/effin-sculpt) on Kardashian's impossibly high cheek bones, let alone all the other smoke and mirrors! To browse the full collection -- which includes an uncanny Taylor Swift -- head to the TV host's Instagram account, the aptly-titled 'Incredible Celebrity Impersonations.' ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 89% | Activity: 55% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Cosmetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/cosmetics) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Celebrity Impersonations:** Opportunity for makeup artists to showcase their artistry and creativity by transforming into different celebrities. - **Gender-bending Makeup:** Opportunity for makeup companies to create gender-neutral makeup lines and tap into a bigger market. - **Social Media Makeup:** Opportunity for makeup brands to market their products through Instagram influencers and artists. ### Where This Applies - **Makeup Artistry:** Makeup artists can expand their skillset and service offerings by specializing in celebrity impersonations. - **Cosmetics:** Cosmetic companies can create gender-neutral makeup lines or partner with makeup artists to produce celebrity-inspired collections. - **Social Media Marketing:** Brands can leverage the power of social media personalities, like Ballesteros, to showcase and promote their products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Reality TV Cosmetic Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/it-cosmetics-keep-it-real-campaign.md) - [Runway-Inspired Peel-Off Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glass-001-artistry-mask.md) - [Iconic Touring Artist Makeup](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/madonnas-makeup.md) - [Celeb-Approved Cosmetic Bundles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kevyn-aucoin-beauty.md) - [Sculptural Beauty Palettes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contour-and-highlight-palettes.md) - [Faux Reality Drama Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/primer-donnas.md) - [Celebrity Face Matchers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/celebrity-twin.md) - [Beauty Comedy Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comedy-collaboration.md) - [Empowered Makeup Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pillow-talk-beauty-soulmates.md)