Matt Bernstein

Matt Bernstein

Makeup artist and internet celebrity
Date of Birth: 16.10.1998
Country: USA

Content:
  1. Matt Bernstein: Makeup Artist and Social Activist
  2. Coming Out and Makeup Exploration
  3. Political Makeup
  4. Instagram Success

Matt Bernstein: Makeup Artist and Social Activist

Early Life and Education

Matt Bernstein was born on October 16, 1998, in New Jersey. Raised in a traditional Jewish family, he attended Westfield High School in New Jersey and later earned a degree from New York University's Tisch School of the Arts.

Coming Out and Makeup Exploration

Bernstein identified as gay at the age of ten but did not come out until he was fifteen due to concerns about his family's opinion and his upbringing. His parents eventually accepted his identity, and he maintains a positive relationship with them.

Political Makeup

Following the 2016 U.S. presidential election, Bernstein began creating makeup looks that highlighted issues affecting the LGBTQ+ community. He shared these images on Instagram under the pseudonym @mattxiv, a platform he had been using since 2012 to showcase his photography.

Instagram Success

Bernstein's unique approach to makeup and activism gained significant traction on Instagram. He has amassed over a million followers and continues to share makeup and infographics related to LGBTQ+ issues on the platform.

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