MUA
What is another word for MUA? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Abbreviation — Makeup artist, a person who applies makeup professionally, especially for weddings, photography, film or social media.
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How to use MUA
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
book an MUA
MUA credit
bridal MUA
freelance MUA
Informal industry shorthand; write it out in full in formal contexts.
Etymology
In the beauty sense, an initialism of makeup artist.
Full origin of MUA →Frequently asked questions
What does MUA mean on Instagram or TikTok?
In a bio or a photo credit it almost always means makeup artist, naming whoever did the makeup in the shot. Tagging the MUA is standard etiquette in beauty and fashion posts.
Is an MUA the same as a cosmetologist?
No. A makeup artist specialises in applying makeup and often works freelance on shoots and events. A cosmetologist holds a licence covering a wider range of beauty services, typically including hair, skin and nails, with the exact scope set by local regulations.
How do you say MUA?
As three separate letters, em-you-ay. The kiss sense is pronounced as a single syllable, like 'mwah'.
