5 Minute Face Talk - Pro Makeup Tips for Film and TV

Kerrin Jackson
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Welcome to 5 Minute Face Talk, the podcast that is its name - short, easy-to-digest episodes inside which I indulge you in the world and art of makeup. With over 25 years of experience as a film and tv makeup artist, a bunch of Emmy nominations, and a film credit or two under my belt, needless to say, makeup is pretty much all I know. Makeup has been in my life for most of my life, so now it's time to share all that I've learned with you. And now that I'm over 40, well, I'm sure we’ll touch on a thing or two for my over-40s friends, so if that's you, stay tuned, my friend. If you struggle with your skincare or you don't know where to go with your makeup now that you're in your 40s or older, then you are in the right place.So get ready because it's not just fluff and powder puffs here, I’ll share my product picks, top tips, techniques and no-nos, and hopefully even a giggle or two, as we explore the world of skincare, makeup and all things beauty. All wrapped up in bite-sized episodes for you, so welcome to 5 Minute Face Talk!

  1. 3D AGO

    How to Handle Criticism Like A Pro- Having Tough Skin in A Tough Industry.mp4

    Episode #099. Loved this episode? Let’s stay connected! ✨ Need a makeup Refresher or Starter Course all about movie makeup?! Start Movie Makeup 101 today - the best FREE makeup course around. ✨ Grab your free guide: The Makeup Essentials Checklist - the ultimate resource to help you master the overwhelming world of makeup kit stocking and maintenance. ✨ Join my insider list The Blend: Sign up here to get exclusive tips, behind-the-scenes content, and first access to my FREE movie makeup course. ✨ Follow me on Instagram: @themakeuprefinery for daily tips, tutorials, and a peek into my world. ✨ Leave a review: Leave your review here to share your thoughts and help more listeners discover the show! ✨ Explore more: Visit my website for all the resources, guides, and updates you need.

    11 min

  2. FEB 2

    Perfectionism in Makeup is Slowing You Down (Here's How to Stop)

    Episode #098. Perfectionism feels like professionalism - until you realize it’s the very thing keeping you stuck. In this episode, I unpack how “high standards” quietly fuel imposter syndrome and what actually builds confidence as a makeup artist. Want more help with understanding imposter syndrome in the makeup world? Grab my course and tackle it once and for all. Loved this episode? Let’s stay connected! ✨ Need a makeup Refresher or Starter Course all about movie makeup?! Start Movie Makeup 101 today - the best FREE makeup course around. ✨ Grab your free guide: The Makeup Essentials Checklist - the ultimate resource to help you master the overwhelming world of makeup kit stocking and maintenance. ✨ Join my insider list The Blend: Sign up here to get exclusive tips, behind-the-scenes content, and first access to my FREE movie makeup course. ✨ Follow me on Instagram: @themakeuprefinery for daily tips, tutorials, and a peek into my world. ✨ Leave a review: Leave your review here to share your thoughts and help more listeners discover the show! ✨ Explore more: Visit my website for all the resources, guides, and updates you need.

    9 min

  3. JAN 26

    Movie Makeup 101: From Creation to Success

    Episode #097. Learn about one of my all-time favorite, and most popular resources - Movie Makeup 101. If you're in the first few years of your makeup career (or even if you're further on - I've had so many peers and even idols take the course!), or even simply toying with the idea of becoming a makeup artist, this episode is for you. It's simply a celebration of something that started as a little bubble inside my head for many months, to being able to share some inside truths, and industry tips that truly, get left out of the 5-figure makeup courses sometimes. I also tease a little surprise at the end - for something that'll be coming out later this year - and I can't wait to share it with you soon. Haven't taken the Movie Makeup 101 course yet? Join the thousands who have here! Loved this episode? Let’s stay connected! ✨ Need a makeup Refresher or Starter Course all about movie makeup?! Start Movie Makeup 101 today - the best FREE makeup course around. ✨ Grab your free guide: The Makeup Essentials Checklist - the ultimate resource to help you master the overwhelming world of makeup kit stocking and maintenance. ✨ Join my insider list The Blend: Sign up here to get exclusive tips, behind-the-scenes content, and first access to my FREE movie makeup course. ✨ Follow me on Instagram: @themakeuprefinery for daily tips, tutorials, and a peek into my world. ✨ Leave a review: Leave your review here to share your thoughts and help more listeners discover the show! ✨ Explore more: Visit my website for all the resources, guides, and updates you need.

    8 min

  4. JAN 19

    How to Stand Out Authentically in An Oversaturated Industry

    Episode #096. In this episode, we're going to tackle a question that every makeup artist faces sooner or later: how do you actually, like genuinely stand out in an ocean of talented artists? I’ll be busting the myth that having the biggest best kit or sharpest eyeliner skills is what makes you memorable, and show you why your true superpower is something you're literally looking right in the face. Together, we'll dig into some practical questions to help you define what makes you unforgettable - and maybe even help you fall a little bit in love with your own quirks and strengths. If you're ready to build a career that’s unmistakably yours, let’s get started. If you're interested in the complete guide this lesson stems from, grab the complete Makeup Artist's Career Blueprint here. Loved this episode? Let’s stay connected! ✨ Need a makeup Refresher or Starter Course all about movie makeup?! Start Movie Makeup 101 today - the best FREE makeup course around. ✨ Grab your free guide: The Makeup Essentials Checklist - the ultimate resource to help you master the overwhelming world of makeup kit stocking and maintenance. ✨ Join my insider list The Blend: Sign up here to get exclusive tips, behind-the-scenes content, and first access to my FREE movie makeup course. ✨ Follow me on Instagram: @themakeuprefinery for daily tips, tutorials, and a peek into my world. ✨ Leave a review: Leave your review here to share your thoughts and help more listeners discover the show! ✨ Explore more: Visit my website for all the resources, guides, and updates you need.

    9 min

  5. JAN 12

    Building a Pro Kit on a Beginner Budget (Without Regretting It Later)

    Episode #095. Building your first professional makeup kit can feel exciting… until the price tags start adding up and the panic sets in. In this episode, I break down how to build a pro-level makeup kit on a beginner budget - without wasting money on products you’ll regret or outgrow too fast. We’re talking smart investments, where you can save, and how to think like a working artist instead of a beauty consumer. If you want a kit that performs on set, photographs beautifully, and grows with your career (not against it), this one’s for you. Want to jump on the waitlist for Get Your First Gig? Sign up here and be the first to hear when doors are open to my signature course, specifically aligned to beginner makeup artists. And if you're freshly graduated from makeup school, then this is a must-have! Loved this episode? Let’s stay connected! ✨ Need a makeup Refresher or Starter Course all about movie makeup?! Start Movie Makeup 101 today - the best FREE makeup course around. ✨ Grab your free guide: The Makeup Essentials Checklist - the ultimate resource to help you master the overwhelming world of makeup kit stocking and maintenance. ✨ Join my insider list The Blend: Sign up here to get exclusive tips, behind-the-scenes content, and first access to my FREE movie makeup course. ✨ Follow me on Instagram: @themakeuprefinery for daily tips, tutorials, and a peek into my world. ✨ Leave a review: Leave your review here to share your thoughts and help more listeners discover the show! ✨ Explore more: Visit my website for all the resources, guides, and updates you need.

    12 min

  6. JAN 5

    The Biggest Mistakes New Makeup Artists Make with Prosthetics

    Episode #094. Inside this episode, we’re tackling a challenge that every new makeup artist faces sooner or later: the most common mistakes people make when working with prosthetics. I’ll break down why trying to do too much too soon can leave you overwhelmed and frustrated, and I’ll share practical steps for building your skills the smart way - starting small, and mastering your techniques one piece at a time. So if you’re eager to create unforgettable looks but don’t want to bite off more than you can chew, let’s dive in and set you up for success in your special effects makeup journey. Grab The Perfect Blend Playbook and learn my favorite prosthetic blending techniques Loved this episode? Let’s stay connected! ✨ Need a makeup Refresher or Starter Course all about movie makeup?! Start Movie Makeup 101 today - the best FREE makeup course around. ✨ Grab your free guide: The Makeup Essentials Checklist - the ultimate resource to help you master the overwhelming world of makeup kit stocking and maintenance. ✨ Join my insider list The Blend: Sign up here to get exclusive tips, behind-the-scenes content, and first access to my FREE movie makeup course. ✨ Follow me on Instagram: @themakeuprefinery for daily tips, tutorials, and a peek into my world. ✨ Leave a review: Leave your review here to share your thoughts and help more listeners discover the show! ✨ Explore more: Visit my website for all the resources, guides, and updates you need.

    9 min

  7. 10/21/2025

    Product Spotlight #1

    Episode #093. This is actually episode 93 (not 90!) and explores a sentimental favorite - the Ben Nye Bruise Wheel. Sure, it's been around for decades, but it's certainly not getting old. This product SHOULD be a mainstay in pro makeup artist kits the world over. Versatile, user-friendly, perfect for artists of all levels, you can't go wrong with the bruise wheel, and there's not a bad word to be said about it. Learn why inside this episode. Check out my very own "depotting" (ugh, I said it) video that features these delightful creams by clicking right here. Loved this episode? Let’s stay connected! ✨ Need a makeup Refresher or Starter Course all about movie makeup?! Start Movie Makeup 101 today - the best FREE makeup course around. ✨ Grab your free guide: The Makeup Essentials Checklist - the ultimate resource to help you master the overwhelming world of makeup kit stocking and maintenance. ✨ Join my insider list The Blend: Sign up here to get exclusive tips, behind-the-scenes content, and first access to my FREE movie makeup course. ✨ Follow me on Instagram: @themakeuprefinery for daily tips, tutorials, and a peek into my world. ✨ Leave a review: Leave your review here to share your thoughts and help more listeners discover the show! ✨ Explore more: Visit my website for all the resources, guides, and updates you need.

    6 min

  8. 09/26/2025

    It's Never Too Late to Learn How to Hair Punch into Foam Latex

    Episode #092. This episode touches on the often overlooked and underutilized makeup effects material that is foam latex. We focus on how it can be a wonderful material for hairpunching and why it's days are (or should be) long from over. Loved this episode? Let’s stay connected! ✨ Need a makeup Refresher or Starter Course all about movie makeup?! Start Movie Makeup 101 today - the best FREE makeup course around. ✨ Grab your free guide: The Makeup Essentials Checklist - the ultimate resource to help you master the overwhelming world of makeup kit stocking and maintenance. ✨ Join my insider list The Blend: Sign up here to get exclusive tips, behind-the-scenes content, and first access to my FREE movie makeup course. ✨ Follow me on Instagram: @themakeuprefinery for daily tips, tutorials, and a peek into my world. ✨ Leave a review: Leave your review here to share your thoughts and help more listeners discover the show! ✨ Explore more: Visit my website for all the resources, guides, and updates you need.

    9 min
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Welcome to 5 Minute Face Talk, the podcast that is its name - short, easy-to-digest episodes inside which I indulge you in the world and art of makeup. With over 25 years of experience as a film and tv makeup artist, a bunch of Emmy nominations, and a film credit or two under my belt, needless to say, makeup is pretty much all I know. Makeup has been in my life for most of my life, so now it's time to share all that I've learned with you. And now that I'm over 40, well, I'm sure we’ll touch on a thing or two for my over-40s friends, so if that's you, stay tuned, my friend. If you struggle with your skincare or you don't know where to go with your makeup now that you're in your 40s or older, then you are in the right place.So get ready because it's not just fluff and powder puffs here, I’ll share my product picks, top tips, techniques and no-nos, and hopefully even a giggle or two, as we explore the world of skincare, makeup and all things beauty. All wrapped up in bite-sized episodes for you, so welcome to 5 Minute Face Talk!

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