Chicago-based makeup artist. Beauty brand founder. Educator.
Saleha Abbasi wears many hats, and she does it without losing sight of where she startedbehind a makeup counter, blending shadows and building trust with everyday clients.
From Counter to Camera-Ready
Originally from Houston and raised in Chicago, Salehas love for makeup began early. While studying at DePaul University, she worked beauty counters and soaked up everything she couldproduct knowledge, customer needs, real skin.
She didnt wait for permission. After college, she launched her own makeup business and started taking bridal and editorial clients. Word spread fast. What set her apart? Her eye for detail, her calm presence, and her ability to make each client feel like the best version of themselves.
A Signature Style
Saleha is known for her bridal glamflawless base, softly sculpted features, and eye looks that are bold but elegant. Its that clean, high-impact finish that feels timeless on camera and in person.
Her celebrity clientele and globe-spanning bookings came naturally. She wasnt chasing famejust delivering results.
Educator at Heart
Beyond the brush, Saleha is passionate about teaching. Her pro makeup classesboth in-person and virtualfocus on hands-on, real-world artistry. Shes big on technique, not just trends. Students walk away with confidence, certification, and skills they can actually use, whether its for clients or content.
Building Her Own Beauty Empire
Together with her husband, Saleha launched Saleha Beauty, a cruelty-free makeup line built for performance. Rich pigments, buttery textures, and practical packaging define the brand. Its clear she designed every product with both artists and everyday users in mind.
Shes also behind Saleha Jewelry, where bridal tradition meets modern eleganceanother extension of her creative touch.
Why People Follow Her
Over 300K followers on Instagram tune in not just for makeup looks, but for the energy she brings: chill, focused, real. Saleha balances luxury and accessibility in a way that makes you trust hernot just her makeup, but her perspective.
?Location: Chicago
? Brands: Saleha Beauty | Saleha Jewelry
? Classes: Available on makeupbysaleha.com
? Instagram: @saleha
