Oct. 20, 2025

Unraveling the Beauty Secrets Behind Kiss of the Spider Woman With the Creative Team

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Unraveling the Beauty Secrets Behind Kiss of the Spider Woman With the Creative Team

Please Welcome Scott Barnes, the personal makeup artist to Jennifer Lopez, Makeup Department Head Maya Hardinge, and Hair Department Head Michelle Johnson.

Kiss of the Spider Woman opened this weekend and now we need to talk about some of those gorgeous looks. In this episode, I am joined the talented team behind the Hair and Makeup in the film, including Scott Barnes, the personal makeup artist to Jennifer Lopez, Makeup Department Head Maya Hardinge, and Hair Department Head Michelle Johnson. Discover how the team came together, the creative challenges they faced, and the intricate details that brought the characters to life. From the vibrant nightclub scenes to the delicate balance of period authenticity and modern flair, the conversation touches on the artistry and collaboration that make this film a visual feast. Get ready for behind-the-scenes stories, insights into the creative process, and a heartfelt tribute to the incredible work that goes into film production.

KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN

** From this interview I discovered a couple of things I’m really excited about:

1. The name of the RED that Scott Barnes used in the film on Jennifer.

2. Maya revealed that there will be a Special DVD coming for the film that will have gorgeous deleted scenes. Tactile Media is making a comeback, people, BELIEVE!

00:00 Hello

01:03 Scott says Colleen Atwood recommended him for Kiss of Spider Woman

03:39 What are some of the main differences between movies and the beauty, makeup world

11:59 The hair team.

16:41 Challenges of working in Uruguay.

17:18 The teams’ favorite scenes.

20:23 The secret weapon for selling the era.

23:16 Scott, are you gonna put together a little Kiss the Spider Woman package

24:18 The making of The Spider Woman

27:40 The teams favorite looks in the film.

31:13 Maya: Diego looked great in that one scene. He really looked like, uh. He came off like. He had been through it

33:05 Who’s audition tape made Michelle cry?

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Maya Hardinge

Makeup Department Head

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Scott Barnes

Makeup Artist and Founder

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Michelle Johnson

Hair Department Head