New York, NY

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Misa Akamatsu is a distinguished makeup artist based in New York City.

With a background as a hair and makeup artist in Japan, she honed her skills through extensive experience in commercial shoots, earning numerous awards alongside her talented production team.

In 2022, Misa made the bold move to New York, where she began her journey as a professional makeup artist in 2024.

 

Misa’s artistry is deeply inspired by the renowned Japanese makeup artist Chiaki Shimada, under whom she studied. Guided by Shimada’s philosophy that “makeup has the power to affect people’s hearts,” Misa specializes in enhancing the natural beauty and individuality of her clients. With her expertise in creating flawless, radiant skin, Misa has garnered the trust and admiration of her clients, establishing herself as a go-to artist in the industry

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WORKS

Paris Fashion Week 2025

New York Fashion week 2024/2025

New York Asian Film Festival 2022/2023/2024

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​The MenStyle Brasil Magazine  2025

Schon! Magazine 2025

SPUR JAPAN (Dior & Mori Mariko) 2023

Numero Art China (Dior & Tess Ayano & Mori Mariko) 2023

GIMARO_UK 20/Sep/2023

MMSCENE_UK 2023

More or Less_UK 2023

HARPER’S BAZZER_HK 2023  *Manicurist

Marie Claire_HK 2023 *Manicurist

L’OFFICIEL _INDIA 2023  *Manicurist

TATLER MAGAZINE UK 2023

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YIGAL AZROUEL 2024 S/S 2025 S/S correction (NY)

MANITO 2024winter (NY)

Tomohiro Kobayashi 2024S/S correction (NY)

Parron Allen (NY) 2023/2024

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