Makeup tutorials are one of the oldest forms of content on the web, and their popularity has only grown over time. From NikkieTutorials to Michelle Phan, beauty gurus are some of the internet's biggest celebrities — and with over 3 million followers across her social platforms, creator Natalie Violette has certainly joined the ranks of some of TikTok and Instagram's post popular.
Natalie's typical content consists of wacky makeup challenges submitted by viewers and beauty brand reviews, and her dedicated fanbase can't get enough. And even though her star power is on its way up, she has managed to remain her authentic, hilarious self.
DreamDive chatted with Natalie to learn about her hottest hot take, her favorite fan interaction, and more.
What’s your most used emoji?
NV: My most used emoji is this one: 🤣 I am ALWAYS laughing at something, so it’s never not at the top of my most used emoji! Except for when I am talking to my boyfriend, then it’s this emoji: 🥺
Talk about the best fan interaction you’ve ever had.
NV: The best fan interaction I had was when I was in Vegas on a trip with friends. I was on my way into the bathroom with my best friend, and as I’m walking in, one of my followers was walking out. It was such a great interaction because we were both on vacation from different cities and ended up in the same place at the same time! It was super cool.
If you could switch lives with any celebrity for a day, who would it be and why?
NV: If I could switch lives with any celebrity for a day it would have to be Bella Thorne. I get told I look like her twice a day, every day. I figure I can switch lives with her for a day seamlessly and no one would be the wiser!
Who’s the most famous person who has ever DM’d you?
NV: … Do I need to sign an NDA for this one?! Hahahaha.
What’s the hardest makeup challenge you’ve ever done?
NV: I have done MANY challenges, and there were several that were difficult, but the one that sticks out the most is when I had to do my makeup using BeanBoozled. If I got a good flavor I could use a product that I loved, but if I got a bad flavor I had to use a product that I didn’t love. To be honest, the products were not my issue — it was those freakin' jelly beans that were out to get me! I just want to know who is in the testing facility tasting those bad jelly beans to get the perfect flavor. Imagine getting excited testing the vomit jelly bean, knowing you got it just right. Could not be me!
What’s your hottest hot take?
NV: This one may be controversial, but Double Stuf Oreos have way too much cream.
Shout out one of your favorite fellow creators!
NV: Shout out to my girl Brynne!
What’s the weirdest or funniest rumor you’ve ever heard about yourself?
NV: I have not heard any rumors about me yet! … Is there something you’re not telling me?
Share your top three desert-island necessities.
NV: My top three desert-island necessities would be sunscreen, of course. You won’t catch me getting wrinkles even if I am deserted! Then tweezers; you never know when you’re gonna get a pesky hangnail or one of those chin whiskers with an area code. For my third item, on a more practical note, a fire starter because I can only eat so much tuna tartar.
If you could guest star on any podcast, which one would you pick?
NV: Call Her Daddy. I have been listening to that podcast for years!
Who was your favorite beauty guru growing up?
NV: I would have to say Jeffree Star. I could always count on Jeffree for brutally honest makeup reviews and I will always respect that.
Describe your perfect day.
NV: Getting coffee with my mom and shopping 'til we drop! (Us, like, every weekend.)
What’s your No. 1 distraction?
NV: My dog.