Raúl Anthony
He/HimprofessionalOpen to Opportunity
San Francisco, CA, USAI lead with craft and heart
I lead with craft and heart
About me
I’m a hair and makeup artist with over 27 years of experience across fashion, beauty, and education. My journey began backstage at New York Fashion Week in 1997, assisting the legendary Kevyn Aucoin. I later joined his Pro Beauty team as a Lead Artist and Education Coordinator, where I trained teams and supported his legacy through hands-on artistry and mentorship.
My career has spanned editorial, runway, and salon work. I played a key role in opening MAC’s first U.S. store in New York City in 1990, helped develop Face Stockholm’s pro artistry program, and was part of the original team behind the launch of Laura Mercier Cosmetics. I’ve also had the honor of collaborating with industry leaders like Billy B at NYFW and have been represented by top agencies including Ford Artists.
Today, I own and operate Xxenial Hair Studio in San Francisco’s Mission District, where I combine craft with care—mentoring artists, leading creative projects, and continuing to shape the future of beauty.
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Why I'm here
I’m here because I’m open to expanding. After decades of experience working independently and building my own studio, I’m seeking partnership with a brand that values craft, collaboration, and creative excellence. I want to align with a team that not only represents exceptional talent, but nurtures it.
I’m here to open new doors—collaborating on high-level editorial, commercial, and fashion projects that challenge me creatively and allow me to show up with presence, precision, and passion. I’m also here to continue evolving—to educate myself through new experiences and environments, and to share what I’ve learned with others. Teaching and mentorship are woven into my artistry, and I’m committed to uplifting the next generation while sharpening my own edge.
I believe in the power of beauty to transform, connect, and inspire—and I’m ready to do that work on a bigger stage.