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mel (@ehmulsion) - Collective Profile | Toronto, CA Toronto. Makeup artist. I like beauty, art, house and techno, horror movies, and blasting my face with sushi. Follow @ehmulsify on Instagram. Recent posts: a wall is covered with a grid of polaroid photos, showcasing a diverse range of individuals in various poses and attire. the photos appear to be part of an art exhibition., a collection of printed portraits of models with dramatic makeup are laid out on a wooden table, alongside boxes of makeup products. the images appear to be a mood board or collage for a fashion show., a woman with dark, curly hair styled up walks down a runway in a strapless, cream-colored corset dress with a ruffled skirt. she has a gold medallion on the bodice of her dress and a subtle tattoo on her left arm., the back of a person wearing a black t-shirt that reads "tofw spring / summer 2026 key makeup artist mel fortin". they are also wearing a black leather jacket and a large black bow in their hair., a hand holds up a black sticker with white text that reads "trans lives are more important than harry potter"., a black and white collage displays four different ways of holding a cigarette, labeled 'the expert,' 'the artist,' 'the lover,' and 'the loner.', two women pose for a selfie at a magazine launch party. they are dressed up and holding drinks., a non-binary person with a shaved head and dramatic makeup, including custom lashes, poses in a grey suit. they wear a choker and have a nose piercing., a woman in a headscarf and glasses takes a selfie in the rain. she is wearing makeup and jewelry., a selfie of a person in drag, wearing makeup, glasses, and a silver chain necklace. the photo was taken at night., a boston terrier wearing a protective collar after surgery. the dog looks sad while resting., a man in a patterned shirt and shorts poses on rocks near the water. the photo is a fashion editorial with a focus on style and grooming., a nighttime scene with jellyfish-shaped decorations floating above a dance floor. the scene is illuminated with purple and red lights., a non-binary person poses for a selfie, showcasing their unique style. they wear a beret, glasses, and layered necklaces., a woman with elaborate makeup and pink bows in her hair is captured in a studio portrait. she is screaming with her mouth wide open, creating a dramatic and artistic image., .
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mel @ehmulsion

Toronto. Makeup artist. I like beauty, art, house and techno, horror movies, and blasting my face with sushi.
Toronto, CA
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Went to a friend's PRIDE art gallery show ๐ŸŒˆ
A collection of printed portraits of models with dramatic makeup are laid out on a wooden table, alongside boxes of makeup products. The images appear to be a mood board or collage for a fashion show.
Re:Stance. Another fashion show cleared. โœจ
A woman with dark, curly hair styled up walks down a runway in a strapless, cream-colored corset dress with a ruffled skirt. She has a gold medallion on the bodice of her dress and a subtle tattoo on her left arm.
Did Jazmyn Bieber's makeup for her very first fashion show. For Maison Maya Ali. TOFW SS/26. Director @/sadafem Key Makeup @/ehmulsify Key Hair @/cindyduplantis @/chattershairsalon Photography @/cosplay @/juliatsaknis Backstage Manager @/megan_theeestylist Runway Coordinator @/daniellefxrd
The back of a person wearing a black t-shirt that reads "TOFW SPRING / SUMMER 2026 KEY MAKEUP ARTIST MEL FORTIN". They are also wearing a black leather jacket and a large black bow in their hair.
This was probably the best season of TOFW to date. Happy to have another season as the makeup key under my belt โœจ๐Ÿ’„
A client at work told me my voice was calming and soothing and it took me off guard ๐Ÿฅฒ it was easily the nicest thing I've ever heard, especially with sometimes being so self conscious about how I sound ๐Ÿ˜ญ
A hand holds up a black sticker with white text that reads "TRANS LIVES ARE MORE IMPORTANT THAN HARRY POTTER".
A black and white collage displays four different ways of holding a cigarette, labeled 'The Expert,' 'The Artist,' 'The Lover,' and 'The Loner.'
Two women pose for a selfie at a magazine launch party. They are dressed up and holding drinks.
The bestie (@/megan_theeestylist on IG) and I at the Black Designers of Canada magazine launch party ~๐Ÿน
A non-binary person with a shaved head and dramatic makeup, including custom lashes, poses in a grey suit. They wear a choker and have a nose piercing.
Makeup + custom lashes by me on Kat (@/p.kat.nye โ€” on IG). Styling by @/megan_theeestylist โ€” on IG
A woman in a headscarf and glasses takes a selfie in the rain. She is wearing makeup and jewelry.
In my frigid auntie era.
Why does the search function on everything suck so bad now?
Exhausted. In a biblical way.
A selfie of a person in drag, wearing makeup, glasses, and a silver chain necklace. The photo was taken at night.
last night.
A Boston Terrier wearing a protective collar after surgery. The dog looks sad while resting.
This is Boone. He just had surgery recently and is recovering ๐Ÿฅฒ poor puppo can't catch a break
A man in a patterned shirt and shorts poses on rocks near the water. The photo is a fashion editorial with a focus on style and grooming.
New work for @mobjournal. The art of ease. Makeup and grooming by me Photography @/williambundchen Model @/katoalexander (MA @ciottimodels) Hair @/iamyuka_t Styling @/akash_chow3 Videography Helios Evangelista Assist @/vedia.archive
Jellyfish over the dancefloor ๐Ÿชผ
A non-binary person poses for a selfie, showcasing their unique style. They wear a beret, glasses, and layered necklaces.
โ›“๏ธ๐Ÿ”—โ›“๏ธ
A woman with elaborate makeup and pink bows in her hair is captured in a studio portrait. She is screaming with her mouth wide open, creating a dramatic and artistic image.
Roco-WHOA! ๐Ÿฐ๐ŸŽ€ Makeup by me on @/tahmina.aziz (IG) Photography @/v.flytrapp (IG) Hair @/hair.priestess (IG) Styling @/megan_theeestylist (IG) Photo Assist @/burcinezici (IG) Studio @/sorrystudioto (IG)
A close-up shot of a large peace lily in full bloom. The white flower stands out against the lush green leaves.
My giant peace lily sensation is finally flowering after 4 years! ๐Ÿฅน She's thriving y'all
A beautiful sunset over a body of water. The sun is setting behind a treeline, casting a warm glow over the water.
wishing I was still here.
A stack of embroidered hoops with the text "Fart as loud as your anus will allow." The embroidery features a floral design at the bottom.
๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ’จ
A woman with dark hair wears a black beret and large square glasses. She has bright blue eyeliner and a nose ring, and is wearing a silver beaded choker necklace.
blueberry milk. ๐Ÿซ๐Ÿฅ›
A close-up, eye-level shot of a woman with dark hair styled in two buns with black bows. She wears large, square-framed glasses, a septum ring, and multiple necklaces, including a prominent gold lock pendant. Her makeup features bold lipstick and dra
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A woman with striking avant-garde makeup, including bold graphic eyeliner and dots on her cheeks, poses for a fashion event. She wears a unique white jacket with orange accents and her blonde hair is pulled back in a ponytail.
Another one of my fav looks from the weekend, for TOFW SS/26. Makeup by me Designer Mackenzie Cripps Hair @/cindyduplantis (IG) Model @/liza.kochel (IG) Photographer @/kyleboham (IG)
A woman with dramatic, bloody eye makeup and glitter-covered hands poses in a patterned hooded robe with gold accents. The makeup artist created this avant-garde look for a fashion show.
Makeup by me for TOFW SS/26. For Dorian Who. ๐Ÿฉธ Model: @/lvu.zemly (IG) Assisted by my lovely team: @/cakefacedalicia (IG) @/river.ellen.artistry (IG) @/amua.makeup (IG)
A man with a bald head and a patterned jacket sits on a red couch, with bookshelves behind him. Text on the screen reads, "Get more out of life. See a fucked up movie."
A woman with dark hair pulled back and bangs frames her face. She wears large square glasses, a septum piercing, and multiple necklaces. She is making a Korean finger heart gesture with her left hand.
Girl, not me turning 36 today ๐Ÿฅฒ
Just saw my first person wearing a maga hat in Toronto. What are we doing y'all ๐Ÿคฆโ€โ™€๏ธ
A woman poses for a selfie in front of a neon pink background. She wears glasses, a hat, and a leather jacket.
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A lush living wall with various plants in a photography studio. The image showcases a modern and aesthetically pleasing interior design.
Ah, to have a living wall in your photography studio. ๐ŸŒฑ
Drag Race song verses be like: "Life was hard where I came from, fart piss shit and cum!"
Two drag queens dressed as Patty and Selma from The Simpsons pose for a photo. They are wearing dresses, wigs, and makeup.
Oh, so I painted my friends as Patty & Selma from the Simpsons for their dj gig on Halloween ๐Ÿ’…๐Ÿšฌ
A person in drag with clown makeup and a black bow. They are wearing a black leather jacket and looking at the camera.
Just a doll out in the world.
A woman in a pink dress covered in fake blood takes a selfie in a bathroom mirror. She is wearing a wig and makeup, and has tattoos on her hands.
Filmed something messy for a big project for Halloween ๐Ÿง›โ€โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿฆ‡
A non-binary person poses in an elevator, wearing a denim jacket and dramatic makeup. The photo has a modern aesthetic.
In a 90s music video.
A close-up shot of a person's lips with lipstick, with the text "Meow, meow. It's me." overlaid. The image is dark, with the lips and text highlighted.
Went to Big on Bloor over the weekend~
A humorous meme featuring the Boyardee logo and a chef's hat, with text that reads, "I'm not a chef, but Boyardee, days getting harder and harder to get through."
A polaroid photo of pink flowers in a white pot. The photo is a double exposure, with a dog's face partially visible.
Tried doing a double exposure on my simple box camera Polaroid and honestly not mad. Doggie is a Boston terrier foster named Boone ๐Ÿถ
A collection of MAC makeup products, including powders, blushes, lipsticks, and setting spray, are arranged on a white surface. The image suggests a makeup session or a display of beauty products.
Volunteered @ Casey House today with MAC Canada! Met this fabulous trans lady and we kiki'd, along with a bunch of other really cool queer folks ๐Ÿฅฐ
A woman with short, styled hair and makeup poses for a portrait. She wears floral earrings and a bracelet, with a focus on her face and hands.
elegencia. Beauty by me on @nat.sako. Photography/Creative Direction @v.flytrapp Hair @hair.priestess Styling @megan_theeestylist Assist @burcinezici Studio @sorrystudioto Agency @ledrewmodels See more of my work on IG ๐Ÿ‘‰ @ehmulsify
A behind-the-scenes photo of a makeup artist applying makeup to a model backstage at a fashion show. The model is wearing a unique strapless dress.
A little bts of me doing my thang backstage for RCHIVE'S TOFW SS25 show last month, at the Toronto Reference Library. โœŒ๐Ÿผ
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