At the age of 32, Jamael Baster, also known as “The Eyelash Guru”, passed peacefully away in his sleep on September 26, 2024. He was a beloved figure in the beauty world. His sudden passing in Thousand Oaks, California, while surrounded by loved ones, deeply mourns his friends and family, as well as the industry he helped transform. Buster became known as a pioneer in his innovative work in the field of eyelash extensions. His vision, talent and creativity transformed what was once a specialty beauty procedure into a modern glamor staple welcomed by Hollywood's elite and beauty fans around the world.
Originally from Dallas, Texas, Buster got his start doing eyelash extensions for celebrities and socialites in the area. However, he didn't have to wait long for big stars to notice his work to reach the top of the beauty industry. More precisely, he became famous after becoming part of the glam team of the world famous pop artist Rihanna. His connection to her and subsequent ascension to Hollywood's elite circle cemented his status as the go-to expert for flawless, breathtaking eyelash extensions.
In addition to being a highly sought after artist, Jamaal Buster has also been successful as an entrepreneur, starting his popular eyelash line, “JaMaal Buster Beauty”. His goods and services were created out of an awareness of the emotional empowerment that comes from feeling and looking his best, in addition to improving physical beauty. Buster's ingenuity and hard work opened doors for many people in the beauty business, influenced new developments and set standards for eyelash extensions that are still relevant today. His passing creates a vacuum in a field that his innovative artistic perspective changed forever.
The humble beginnings of a beauty icon
JaMaal Buster started his climb to the top of the beauty market away from the glitz and glamor of Hollywood. Growing up in Dallas, Texas, Buster was first introduced to the world of beauty and had a special interest in the power of makeup and beauty products to transform. He recognized early on the value of beauty in improving one's inner and outer appearance, as well as one's sense of self-worth and self-confidence. He experimented with several makeup techniques because he was interested in beauty, and soon realized that eyelash extensions were his true passion.
