Pat McGrath

Dame Pat McGrath, a British makeup artist, is recognized for her impact on the beauty and fashion industries. Known for her innovative makeup techniques, McGrath has collaborated with designers including Alexander McQueen and John Galliano. Drawing inspiration from fabrics, colors, and the faces of models such as Naomi Campbell and Hailey Baldwin, McGrath has influenced trends in cosmetics and runway beauty.

McGrath's contributions to the beauty industry have been acknowledged through several honors. She received the Pantene Pro-V Make-Up Artist of the Year Award twice and served as Global Cosmetics Creative Design Director at Procter & Gamble. McGrath was appointed Member of the Order of the British Empire and received the Isabella Blow Award for Fashion Creator at the Fashion Awards. She has also held the role of beauty editor-at-large for British Vogue.

Pat McGrath Labs was founded in 2015 by McGrath, who launched her namesake brand after decades of creating iconic beauty looks for high fashion, initially selling her innovative products directly via social media, with her debut GOLD 001 selling out rapidly and establishing the brand as a trendsetter in luxury cosmetics. The cosmetics brand became Selfridges' top-selling beauty line and achieved a valuation of $1 billion. She has been named among Time's 100 most influential people and recognized by Vogue magazine. McGrath was honored with a damehood for her services to the fashion and beauty industries. Her career highlights the significance of creativity and innovation in makeup artistry and product development.