Born in New York on September 10, 1984, Vincent Oquendo is a self-taught makeup artist who rose to fame during his participation in America’s Next Top Model. His first job in the makeup industry was under the mentorship of Pat McGrath, and today he is considered one of the industry’s leading stars.

Known for his bold aesthetic inspired by nature and Hollywood’s golden era, Vincent’s red-carpet clients include Lily Collins, Janelle Monae, Bella Hadid, Karlie Kloss, Hailey Bieber, Diane Kruger, Kaia Gerber, and Jessica Biel. He has also worked with celebrities like Jenna Ortega, Aja Naomi King, and Ashley Graham, he has collaborated with brands such as Maybelline, Marc Jacobs, and Stella McCartney, and his work has been featured in Vogue, ELLE, Harper’s Bazaar, InStyle, and more. Vincent is the Brand Ambassador for LUMIFY Eye Drops and his Instagram account, makeupvincent has more than 130,000 followers.