This Amateur Makeup Artist Turned Her Grandpa Into a Superstar!

Move over K-pop idols! There is a new heartthrob in town. And we all have to thank a makeup artist for that!

Makeup has the power to transform, but who knew it could turn grandpas into heartthrobs? Well, now we know! This makeup artist managed to transform her grandpa into an attractive man that anyone could fall for! But, how did she do it and why did this go viral?

Makeup Artist Goes Viral After Transforming Her Grandpa

Chinese makeup artist @sakuralusi has gained widespread attention for her transformation videos. In these videos, she uses makeup to turn her elderly grandpa into a youthful character inspired by anime. And yes, these two are the same people!

This talented young Chinese makeup artist has captured attention on Douyin (China’s TikTok) with her transformative skills.

Initially known for makeup tutorials, she gained widespread recognition by using her 66-year-old grandfather as a model.

Through her artistry, she transforms him into youthful, anime-inspired characters, showcasing the remarkable power of makeup in skilled hands.

Is This Actually the Same Person?

@sakuralusi’s makeup transformations on her grandfather are so dramatic that viewers often doubt they are the same person in before-and-after photos. However, she provides proof through TikTok videos, demonstrating the incredible changes achievable through her skills.

Her videos on Douyin have garnered tens of millions of views, and her popularity is expected to rise further.

Her transformative work has crossed borders, gaining viral traction not only in China but also in Vietnam and now in the Western world.

Incredible, isn’t it?

Another Similar Makeup Artist Is Also on the Rise

Another talented makeup artist in China, Tuzi (Rabbit), has been gaining attention for transforming elderly individuals into unrecognizably younger versions of themselves, showcasing remarkable skills akin to @sakuralusi.

Tuzi operates the Starlight Rabbit Portrait Studio in Yunnan Province, but most of her clients come from social media, especially Douyin (China’s TikTok). She frequently shares clips showcasing her impressive makeup skills, transforming her subjects to appear decades younger, into Wuxia heroes, or unrecognizable altogether. Her collaborations span influencers, celebrities, actors, and singers, solidifying her reputation in the industry over the years.

Tuzi’s makeup style has garnered popularity, evidenced by her 5.5 million Douyin followers, for embodying classic Chinese aesthetic elements: flawless complexion, shimmering eyelids, and vibrant blush in pink or mauve tones. However, criticism arises from the perception that her subjects often end up with similar appearances.

What do you think of the makeup artist who transformed her grandpa? Feel free to share your comments below!

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