CASSELTON, N.D. - A makeup brush is like a magic wand in Shay Schmuck Johnson's hand, transforming working moms into Egyptian royalty, high-school students into Havana dancers, and men into women.

Drag’s impact on culture as an art form is unmistakable, especially when it comes to beauty. The world of makeup has long taken inspiration from the world of drag; it’s in the contours of blush and ...

Known for their opulent makeup and exaggerated features, drag queens are rarely used as examples for beauty looks. Too often dismissed as "paint cans" or "cabaret clowns," they nevertheless possess ...