Plans for the evening: top 7 films about the beauty industry

And although not as many films have been made about the beauty industry as we would like, each one is worth your attention. The work of a hairdresser, makeup artist or stylist is not only about procedures and mountains of cosmetics, but also the life stories of business creators, masters and their clients. Film directors talk about them in their films. We've rounded up the best films about the behind-the-scenes of the beauty industry, from funny comedies to documentaries, to keep you busy during your quarantine evenings.

"Beauty Salon", 2005

The main character of the romantic comedy, talented hairdresser Gina, is tired of her boss’s comments, so she decides to quit her job at a prestigious beauty salon. The girl opens her own salon in the Atlanta ghetto and gradually gets used to the sharp-tongued local residents and the shabby walls of the old hairdresser. Capricious employees and clients, gaining authority and fame, problems with her former boss - Gina will have to go through all this, but with reliable associates there is nothing to worry about.

"Vidal Sassoon: Cinema", 2010

Vidal Sassoon is a legendary British hairdresser, a revolutionary in his field and a true classic of hairdressing. Mary Quant's famous bob and Mia Farrow's boyish haircut are his work with scissors. The documentary tells about the most striking moments from the life and work of the stylist, based on a series of candid interviews.

The film was released in 2010, and in 2012 Vidal Sassoon passed away. But his beauty empire continues to flourish, and the trends that he set back in the 60s remain at the peak of popularity to this day.

"Glamour Business", 2020

At the beginning of the year, a new comedy about the beauty industry was released, which promises not only to provide a portion of funny jokes, but also to give several lessons on running a business. The main roles in the film were played by Salma Hayek, Tiffany Haddish and Rose Byrne.

The plot centers on two friends, Mia and Mel, who are determined to open their own cosmetics company. The girls are looking forward to huge profits and a luxurious life, but building a business in the beauty industry is not as easy as it seems at first glance. And since their skills are not enough to run a business, over time the friends discover that they owe creditors $500,000.

Kevyn Aucoin Beauty & the Beast in Me, 2018

Another documentary, but this time about the American makeup artist Kevin Aucoin, who in the 90s was responsible for the appearance of such stars as Whitney Houston, Cher, Madonna, Cindy Crawford and Naomi Campbell. As it turned out, after the death of the makeup artist, he had a whole archive of surprisingly touching recordings with celebrities left at his home. In them, Kevin reveals beauty secrets, dances, paints with glitter and laughs a lot. These recordings became the basis for the creation of the film.

"Shampoo", 1975

If you love watching old movies, this comedy about the life of fictional Hollywood barber George Roundy is not to be missed. Moreover, the film has eight award nominations and an Oscar statuette for Best Supporting Actress.

A successful young hairdresser takes full advantage of his status and natural charm. As a result, he finds himself in the heart of a love triangle, having affairs with two close friends, played by young Goldie Hawn and Julie Christie. If the behavior of the main character is not to your liking, then the bright 70s fashion that permeates “Shampoo” urges you not to pass this film by.

Toxic Beauty, 2020

Toxic Beauty is a film that talks about the dangers of using cosmetics, manipulative beauty marketing, and the protection of nature and humans from harmful chemical components. According to director Ellis Phyllis, the most common problems caused by toxic cosmetics are hormonal imbalances, stillbirths and psychological dependence to varying degrees. The documentary is a must-watch for anyone working in the beauty industry.

"Barbershop", 2002

In this feature film, the main character Calvin inherits his father's hairdressing salon. The young man loves easy money, so he wants to quickly sell the building to a businessman so that a strip club can grow in its place. But over time, Calvin realizes that the hairdresser is not just a place to change your hairstyle, but something more. Now the main character is trying to save the establishment and his own business, but will he be able to get back what he has already sold?