Bobbi Brown is a renowned American cosmetic brand that was established by the talented and eponymous professional make-up artist. Bobbi’s fascination with cosmetics was sparked at a young age as she watched her mother apply makeup. She received her initial professional training in make-up at a small cosmetic store in her hometown. After completing her studies in theatrical make-up at Boston’s Emerson College, Bobbi ventured to New York City to pursue a successful career as a freelance make-up artist in Manhattan.

Bobbi’s breakthrough moment came when she landed various gigs working with fashion magazines, models, and photographers. Notably, she achieved significant recognition for her work on a seven-page beauty spread featuring supermodel Tatiana Patitz, photographed by Wayne Maser. Additionally, Bobbi collaborated with renowned celebrity photographer Patrick Demarchelier on the cover of American Vogue, which featured the iconic Naomi Campbell.

After a decade of freelancing, Bobbi Brown decided to create her own line of make-up, focusing on a simple and natural look. Seeking guidance from a chemist, she envisioned a lipstick that would be scent-free, non-drying, non-greasy, and enhance a woman’s lips beautifully. In 1991, Bobbi introduced her collection of ten brownish and natural shades of lipstick, initially sold exclusively at Bergdorf Goodman under the name Bobbi Brown Essentials. Remarkably, she sold one hundred lipsticks on the very first day. As her brand continued to grow, Bobbi expanded her cosmetic range beyond lipstick, notably introducing revolutionary yellow-based foundations that deviated from the conventional pink-based products available.

Recognizing the brand’s immense potential, the Estée Lauder company acquired Bobbi Brown Cosmetics in 1995, just four years after its inception. Despite the acquisition, Bobbi Brown retained creative control over her eponymous brand. She described her definition of beauty as “A strong brow, bedroom eyes, a bump on the nose – these are the features that inspire me. Beauty isn’t about looking perfect. It’s about celebrating your individuality.” Bobbi believes that every woman should embrace her unique and natural beauty, and her make-up products are designed to assist them in achieving that goal. Through her official website, she expresses her belief that makeup allows a woman to enhance her appearance while staying true to herself, ultimately exuding confidence and allure.

Bobbi Brown is not only a successful entrepreneur but also a prolific author. She has written several books on cosmetics, beauty, and lifestyle, including bestsellers such as “Bobbi Brown Beauty,” “Bobbi Brown Teenage Beauty,” “Bobbi Brown Beauty Evolution,” “Bobbi Brown Living Beauty,” and “Bobbi Brown Makeup Manual.” Additionally, Bobbi Brown Cosmetics has been actively involved with the “Dress for Success” charity organization since 2001, dedicated to empowering disadvantaged women by helping them regain their independence and confidence.

Furthermore, Bobbi Brown has expanded her creative endeavors to include fragrances. With seven unique perfumes in the brand’s fragrance base, the earliest edition dating back to 1998 and the most recent release in 2012, Bobbi Brown continues to captivate audiences with her distinct olfactory creations.