ABOUT MARSHA

Marsha Page, aka: The Melanin Therapist, is a New York based Emmy nominated professional makeup artist and licensed esthetician, who specializes in the unique nuances, shades, and undertones of melanin enriched skin. Her makeup artistry goes well beyond the surface to enhance the natural beauty of anyone sitting in her chair. Her desire is to make her subjects feel confident and empowered in themselves and in their own skin. The Melanin Therapist was born out of the desire to share her journey of empowerment and self-love, through her passion for makeup artistry with all people of color in the African diaspora.

 

With almost 25 years of experience in the beauty and entertainment business, Marsha has been a beauty contributor for InStyle Magazine's digital platform, as well as appearing as a featured contributor and makeup artist, on the Netflix documentary series, The Black Beauty Effect. Her work has also been seen in national editorial campaigns, in films such as The Week Of and The Photograph, and television shows including God Friended Me, Wu-Tang: An American Saga, City on a Hill, Prodigal Son, Succession S4, Life & Beth S2 and The Diplomat S3. She most recently served as the Makeup Department Head for the award winning film, A Thousand and One. Marsha has also participated in industry events such as the Tribeca Film Festival, New York Fashion Week, and Bridal Fashion Week, and is a member of I.A.T.S.E. Local 798 Hairstylists & Makeup Artists.

 

Her longtime passion for skincare, has led Marsha to study and practice esthetics at the prestigious Christine Valmy International School of Esthetics & Cosmetology. As a board certified licensed esthetician, Marsha has recently joined the practice of Osei-Tutu Dermatology in Long Island, NY, offering a wide range of skin care treatments to further enhance the beauty and wellness of every client she serves.