Makeup Artist Yadim on the Beauty of Starting Over

With over a decade of experience in the fashion and beauty industry, makeup artist Yadim has become one of the most sought-after creatives working with top publications and luxury houses around the world. Since his start in 2010, the San Diego native has worked consistently with some of the biggest brands in the industry, including Calvin Klein, Tom Ford, Jil Sander, and Marc Jacobs. Yet, working at the expense of oneself can unveil the dark side of any creative business and the high-stakes fashion industry, full of ambition, glamour, and partying, has a notorious reputation of intensifying trauma. Add stress, hustle culture, and a general lack of prioritizing mental health, and it’s no wonder burnout is an all too common term creatives are familiar with. “Sometimes the most radical thing I can do as a makeup artist is nothing,” he declares. At the height of his career, Yadim opened up about his struggle with addiction and the impact it had on his life and rehabilitation. Despite his pitfalls, he was able to find help with a strong support system and a newfound dedication to his health, emerging stronger than ever. In this exclusive interview, Models.com delves deeper into Yadim’s career legacy, his creative process, and his personal journey of sober living and recovery. Editor in Chief: Stephan Moskovic Managing Editor: Irene Ojo-Felix Director: Robert Nethery B Camera: Ben Wulff Onsite Recording: Joseph Watson Film Editor: Jordan Strong at Weekend Posthouse Special Thanks