Kelambi Exclusive interview with A professional makeup artist Oleksandra Leiko

 "Meet a professional makeup artist with over eight years of international experience in the fashion and beauty industry"

Oleksandra Leiko

Achievements & Highlights
Fashion & Professional Experience

Participated in numerous international Fashion Weeks, including the ones in New York, Miami, London, and Chicago.

Extensive backstage experience with leading stylists, creative directors, and photographers.

Created runway, editorial, and commercial makeup looks for fashion designers and creative teams.

Contributed to professional beauty shows, presentations, and brand campaigns.

Celebrity & Media Collaborations

Provided makeup for artists, actors, television hosts, and public figures for photo shoots, interviews, concerts, and red carpet appearances.

Worked on high-profile projects that required advanced artistic and image-building skills.

Prepared celebrities for press events, performances, and fashion campaigns.

Her works have been featured in fashion magazines and online media, showcasing her professional artistry and signature approach to beauty.

Is your contribution to the fashion industry limited to being a professional makeup artist backstage?

Of course not, makeup application is only part of my backstage work. I have helped shape the visual direction of fashion show presentations and influenced beauty trends at several major fashion events. I am known for my ability to adapt to diverse creative visions while allowing the uniqueness of each model and artist I collaborate with to shine. Furthermore, I have earned recognition within the international fashion community of stylists, designers, and production teams for my professionalism, precision, and artistic vision.

With your multi-talented abilities and experience in the fashion world, we're curious to know if you have collaborated with public figures?

Yes, I do have experience providing makeup for photo shoots, shows, interviews, and red carpet appearances for actors, artists, and, of course, media figures.

I base my approach on authenticity and harmony, ensuring each look reflects the client's individuality and the context of the event.

The work I create blends artistry and technical excellence into a natural, expressive, and camera-ready look.

What educational and published work do you have?

Oh yes, in addition to my creative practice, I am also an educator and mentor.

I conduct private classes and workshops, teaching women and emerging artists the techniques and confidence needed to express themselves through makeup.

My self-authored book, "My Personal Makeup Lifehacks: Convenient & Proven Tips," is a highly practical textbook for both beginners and professionals. It combines years of professional experience with accessible techniques that reflect my mission to provide high-quality beauty education to a wider audience.

You understand that makeup is more than just makeup, it also has an artistic philosophy behind it. What are your thoughts on that?

Through my years of working in this field and the experience I've gained, I believe that makeup is not a mask, but rather a form of self-expression.

The approach is to highlight natural beauty and create harmony between the face, light, and character.

Every makeup project I do is a project in itself, not meant to hide anything, but rather to highlight confidence and inner authenticity.