Make-Artistry Spotlight: Ama Toffee

Posted on October 12, 2011 by tomidf

Ama Toffee , is the brand name of a popular Ghanaian make-up Artist, Chanel Boateng. Ama Toffee is based in London,UK and specializes in all kinds of make-up such as bridal,editorial, runway and make-up for different occasions.

Gidilounge Style & Beauty talks to Chanel Boateng herself about the skill and hardwork that goes into Ama Toffee.

Gidilounge Style&Beauty: What is the inspiration behind your brand name Ama Toffee? and when did your love for make-up come about?

Chanel:”Ama Toffee was a nickname given to me by my family. I have loved makeup from when I was a child and that may sound cliche but its true! I have been in my mothers makeup bag since I was about 6 messing about and getting told off for it.”

GSB: How long have you been practicing as a make-up artist?

C:”I have been practicing for 5 years now.”

GSB: Have you ever worked on a celebrity or a famous figure in the media? if so, how was the experience?

C: “I have worked with Alisha White from Britain’s Next top model- she is such a fun person to be around and really funny! But might I add, I am not a fan of ‘celebrities’ personally, I have a talent to be shared with all, and my main focus is to be successful and enjoy my job role as a makeup artist. “

GSB: Where do you get your inspiration from on your dramatic shoots?

C: “Most of my inspiration comes from the styling of the shoot in terms of fashion styling, also ,the models and what may suit their look.”

GSB: What is your favourite key make-up trend for the Autumn and how would you wear this?

C: “My favourite makeup trend this Autumn is the berry/ plum look- I would where a bold berry colour on my lips and make it really stand out with lip gloss on top and have a blusher colour to complement it.”

GSB: What is one item in your make-up bag you will never live without and why?

C: “My Eyebrow pencil- I think its crucial to have good brows as this frames your face and makes you look much more interesting.”