25 Bad Makeup Artists Who Failed Hard And Were Called Out Online

Makeup is an art form, and like all art, it’s subjective. What one person considers to be a failure, another may see as amazing. But for those on Reddit, there’s no denying that some makeup jobs are just a major fail.

The subreddit r/BadMUAs is all about showcasing some of the worst makeup fails on the internet. It’s a reminder that even the best of us can have a makeup disaster, but it’s all about learning from our mistakes and improving our skills.

The goal of the Bad Makeup Artists subreddit isn’t to shame anyone but to have a good laugh and see what NOT to do. It’s a fun way to see some of the craziest makeup fails and to get some inspiration for your looks. Just remember to approach the group with respect and empathy, because the beauty industry is all about celebrating individuality and creativity.

So, whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, r/BadMUAs is a must-see for anyone who wants to learn a thing or two about makeup.


1. “Popped Up On My Fb Feed Today… ‘Bridal Makeup'”

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2. “Those Brows”

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3. “Made A Pretty Girl Look Cheap And Shiny”

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4. “Everything About This Concerns Me”

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5. “Been In Tears Over This For Like 20 Minutes”

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6. “True Crime Shows Always Have Makeup That Looks Like It’s Done By Morticians”

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7. “MUA’s Work On Instagram, Found In The Wild”

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8. “They Did Her So Dirty! (Advertising On A Brand, With A Mua Tagged)”

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9. “Category Is: Jaundice Realness”

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10. “Finally Found One In The Wild. Her Face Says It All Lol”

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11. “Prom Makeup”

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12. “This One Was Posted By A Local Mua. Yes, It Is The Finished Look. Check The Number Of Likes…”

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13. “The Foundation”

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14. “Pink Undereyes”

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15. “This MUA Does Incredible Eye Work, But Everything Else Is Just A No For Me Tbh”

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16. “The Nose Contour”

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17. “Spotted In The Wild”

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18. “Real Housewives Of Potomac Season 4 Mua Is Not It”

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19. “Posted By A ‘Permanent Makeup Artist'”

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20. “Why Do Makeup Companies Even Bother With Shade Ranges At This Point. Everyone’s Yellow!”

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21. “I Can’t , I Just Can’t , It’s 2023 But Some Haven’t Grown Out Of The Instagram Brows And The Extremely Long Lashes?”

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22. “Someone Please Explain The Forehead SituationV”

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23. “Her Face Is A Literal Gradient”

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24. “Oh Gosh”

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25. “They Didn’t Even Try To Color Match Her”

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