Sarai Gray, Celebrity Makeup Artist, Unveils Her Luxury Line: 'The Makeup Bar'

Interviewed By Maryan Aiken



“My Goal is To create products that simplifies the beauty routine without failing in quality.

sarai gray. founder. creative director. the makeup bar


Sarai Gray

Founder & Creative Director

The Makeup Bar USA

Established: May 2023

Number of Employees: 2

Atlanta GA

404.647.9652

www.themakeupbar.net

Social Media Handles: IG @themakeupbarusa Facebook The Makeup Bar USA

CHARITY INVOLVEMENT

Charity Involvement: Co-Chair Of Wine Women & Shoes benefiting the cancer patients for Northside Hospital, Alzheimer's Association, Teal to Heal (fighting for Ovarian cancer), Fix GA Pets, Doggies on the Catwalk for The Canine Assistant & Battle For the Brain

Photographer’s Credits: Donna Permell Photography + Kim Evans Photography


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ABOUT SARAI GRAY

In the heart of Puerto Rico, Sarai Gray emerged as a beacon of beauty, wielding brushes like magic wands and colors like an artist's palette. Her journey began amidst the vibrant streets of San Juan, where her passion for makeup ignited a fiery determination to revolutionize the industry.

Having honed her craft over two decades, Sarai garnered invaluable experience working with the crème de la crème of luxury beauty houses – from the timeless elegance of DIOR to the avant-garde allure of CHANEL, the sophistication of TOM FORD to the daring innovation of NARS. Each stroke of her brush bore the mark of excellence, earning her a reputation as a luminary in the world of cosmetics.

Recognizing a gap in the market for cosmetics that marry glamour with integrity, Sarai embarked on a mission to redefine beauty standards. Thus, "The Make Up Bar" was born—a beacon of clean beauty crafted with meticulous care and a commitment to ethics. Vegan, gluten-free, paraben-free, and cruelty-free, each product is a testament to Sarai's unwavering dedication to conscious beauty.

But The Make Up Bar is more than just makeup—it's a revolution. With HD makeup services that illuminate and lip stains that endure, Sarai's creations adorn faces with a radiance that defies expectations. And as 2024 unfolds, anticipation mounts for the unveiling of new products poised to set the industry ablaze once more.

Yet, amidst the accolades, Sarai remains grounded in her vision—to empower individuals to embrace their unique beauty while honoring the planet. For in her hands, makeup isn't just a tool for transformation; it's a celebration of diversity, a conduit for self-expression, and a testament to the power of conscious beauty.


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Q: What are the key elements that The Makeup Bar USA offers? Clean cosmetics products that are vegan, gluten free, paraben free & cruelty free with longevity in their wearability that are made in USA. 

Q: What does your company provide in terms of services or products? HD makeup services and lip stains, more cosmetics products to come this year. 


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Q: What factors led to your biggest success? Working as an artist and a leader for the top luxury beauty houses in the world like DIOR, CHANEL, TOM FORD, NARS among others for over 20 years.

Q: What do you like most about what you do? The results of creating beauty, the final product and the smiles at the end are very rewarding.


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Q: Who are the business leaders that you look up to, and why? Sara Blakely, the owner of SPANX. She is a self-made billionaire woman, that started alone with $5K and herself as the only employee with an idea that will enhance the women's body.

Q: Who are your ideal clients? Any woman that wants to look and feel her best.


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Q: How do you overcome burn out? Shutting down my phone and social media for a couple of days while getting out of town either by myself or a loved one.

Q: What has been your most satisfying moment in business? Transforming a client's life, she cried on my chair out of happiness because she never thought she could look that pretty, her self-esteem went up and she found the love of her life a couple of years after that. 


Q: What is the type of networking gathering that makes sense for you and vital to the growth of your company? With individuals that are powerful, entrepreneurs, go getters, smart successful and fearless with a huge sense of fashion. Because they challenge me to climb higher.


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The makeup bar featuring The SARAI Lip Stain collection

Water-Resistant, Paraben Free, Gluten Free, Cruelty Free, Soy Free, Vegan

Welcome to The Makeup Bar! Explore a stunning Sarai Lip Stain collection, featuring luxurious shades that will enhance your natural beauty. From vibrant reds to soft nudes, our Lip Stain range is crafted to provide a smooth and long-lasting finish. Discover the perfect lip color to elevate your look and express your unique style. Get ready to indulge in the Sarai Lip Stain and unleash your inner glamour with The Makeup Bar.

404.647.9652 www.themakeupbar.net

Social Media Instagram @themakeupbarusa Facebook The Makeup Bar USA


Q: What lessons have you learned that have transformed your perspective on optimizing your leadership practice? People remember you by the way you make them feel.

Q: What is your ultimate role/responsibility for your company? To create a product that simplifies the beauty routine without failing in quality.


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