Traditionally, make-up artistry is perceived as an art that is enjoyed and perfected by women.
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Ass Malick Faye with a client…Yahoo News Canada
21-year-old Ass Malick Faye is one of the few men changing that misconception.
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Ass Malick Faye with a client…Le Journal Africa
Faye is of Senegalese descent and is a make-up artist.
Knowing it wouldn’t be a conventional path, Faye describes to BBC, “from the beginning, I knew that it would not be easy.”
Nevertheless, he’s forged on and applies his love of creating to his chosen palette – faces.