Behind the Scenes of PEOPLE's Meet the Disruptors Cover Shoot

Mar. 15, 2025

Betty Who with hair + makeup artist Mia Varrone and stylist Andrew Gelwicks Photographer: Victoria Stevens Insta: @vsteves Hair & Makeup: Mia Varrone/GODMOM Stylist: Andrew Gelwicks/The Only Agency Clothing Credits Essentiel Antwerp jacket. Wrangler pants. Vaincourt belt. Hanes socks.Photo:Victoria Stevens

Victoria Stevens

Every artist loves a blank canvas, so it’s no surprise that the makeup artist on the set of PEOPLE’s “Meet the Disruptors” cover shoot was excited to work with five up-and-coming musical talents who are still “discovering their image, their brand, their music styles, and of course their makeup style!”

Nicole Faulkner, the senior director of artistry and events at e.l.f. Cosmetics (better known onInstagram as @lipsticknick) was on set as the makeup artist for PEOPLE’sMeet the Disruptors cover shoot, glamming up five of the artists with e.l.f.’s products for the shoot to promote the makeup brand’s just-launched musical project,Get Ready with Music, the Album.

“My vision for this shoot was to highlight each individual artist’s best features and infuse elements of their personal styles while also maintaining a cohesive look and feel for them as a whole,” says Faulkner.

Charlotte Rose Benjamin with makeup assistant Alexandra Cardoso Photographer: Victoria Stevens Insta: @vsteves Hair: Sky Kim/TK/The Only Agency Makeup: Nicole Faulkner & Alana Schober Stylist: Andrew Gelwicks/The Only Agency Clothing Credits LARUICCI skirt & jacket. Larroudé boots. Von Dutch hat. Goshwara earrings. LARUICCI ring. Alice Pierre ring. Ray Griffiths ring.Victoria Stevens

“I was able to execute this with the help of an amazing glam and styling team. Denim ended up being a staple in the group’s wardrobe. I wanted to contrast those cool denim tones with warm earth tones for their makeup looks,” she adds.

“I love the shades it comes in and the texture and finish is gorgeous,” Who says. “I’ve been wearing it on stage religiously.”

Below, Faulkner provides her best tips and tricks for disrupting your makeup routine to get a new, revolutionary look.

Olivia Reyes with makeup assistant Alexandra Cardoso Photographer: Victoria Stevens Insta: @vsteves Hair: Sky Kim/TK/The Only Agency Makeup: Nicole Faulkner & Alana Schober Stylist: Andrew Gelwicks/The Only Agency Clothing Credits Christian Cowan jacket, skirt & bra. Stylist’s own shoes. Alexis Bittar earrings. Nickho Rey Rings. Talent’s own necklace & bracelets.Victoria Stevens

Q. What are your must-have hero products?Hands down the entire Power Grip family!Power Grip PrimerandPower Grip Dewy Setting Sprayfor the long-wearing grip and dewy sheen. And the entire Halo Glow family for effortless-looking, ethereal, glowy skin!

Q. What’s one tip you have to make the makeup “makeup,” as Gen Z says?Never underestimate the power of good thorough skin prep! This makes all the difference when it comes to how the makeup will sit on the skin, and how long it will last. Cleanse, tone, moisturize and prime! Power Grip Primer is essential for any makeup look you want to last all day or night — whether you’re performing a sold-out show or stepping out with friends.

Mariangela with stylist Andrew Gelwicks and hair assistant Rachel Anne Malkin Photographer: Victoria Stevens Insta: @vsteves Hair: Sky Kim/TK/The Only Agency Makeup: Nicole Faulkner & Alana Schober Stylist: Andrew Gelwicks/The Only Agency Clothing Credits Adrienne Landau faux fur coat. Giuseppe Zanotti boots. Goshwara rings. Stylist’s own top, pants & earrings.Victoria Stevens

Q. One step in the makeup routine you can’t skip?For me, it’s setting spray!! I don’t care if I’m already 20 minutes late — you better believe I’m gonna drench my face with a setting spray! I love the Power Grip Dewy Setting Spray because it makes the makeup look a little more “lived in” and less powdered/made-up. It gives a natural dewy glow while still setting my face for long-lasting glam.

source: people.com