Mary-Kate Gales
is a licensed cosmetologist, professional makeup artist, hairstylist, image consultant, educator, and advanced esthetic practitioner with more than two decades of experience across the beauty, film, television, media, corporate, and wellness industries. Through MKUP Artistry & Design and MKUP PRO ESTHETIC SERVICES, she provides highly personalized beauty and regenerative skin treatments designed to support confidence, natural-looking enhancement, and long-term skin vitality.
Mary-Kate began her career as a young apprentice, receiving extensive training from leading Hollywood makeup artists specializing in film, television, beauty, and special effects. Her years in Los Angeles immersed her in the entertainment, fashion, modeling, and esthetic industries, allowing her to develop a versatile and highly refined approach to her craft. Her professional work has included television productions, commercials, major motion pictures, national print campaigns, red-carpet appearances, corporate events, bridal celebrations, and private clientele.
In addition to her work behind the scenes, Mary-Kate has built a respected career as an educator. She previously taught HD Film and Television Makeup at EI School of Professional Makeup and served as a film and television makeup educator at the American Musical and Dramatic Academy in Hollywood, California. She continues to provide private instruction, professional intensives, group education, and specialized training for beauty and esthetic professionals.
Her commitment to beauty, wellness, and continued professional education led to the expansion of MKUP PRO ESTHETIC SERVICES. Mary-Kate specializes in personalized, non-invasive services for the face and body, combining advanced technology with a natural, wellness-focused philosophy. Her approach centers on supporting healthier-looking skin, progressive improvement, and treatment plans thoughtfully designed around each client’s individual concerns and goals.
At the forefront of her current practice is Ultra Cold Jet T33 Advanced Regenerative Skin Therapy, powered by Cold Atmospheric Plasma technology. This advanced, non-invasive treatment is designed to work with the skin’s natural renewal processes works to help improve the appearance of firmness, elasticity, tone, texture, crepey-looking skin, fine lines, and overall radiance. Treatments may be personalized for the face, neck, scalp, and body without needles, thermal damage, or required downtime.
For Mary-Kate, Ultra Cold Jet T33 represents an important evolution in the way advanced skin rejuvenation can be approached—through regeneration, personalization, and respect for the skin rather than aggressive correction. Her philosophy is rooted in the belief that healthy skin is beautiful skin, and every treatment experience is guided by professional assessment, intentional care, and meaningful client education.
Mary-Kate also provides live professional training for licensed beauty, wellness, and esthetic professionals interested in incorporating advanced plasma technology into their practices. Training is offered through private and group formats, both in person and through live remote instruction, with an emphasis on practical application, client consultation, treatment planning, safety, and professional confidence.
Her dedication to artistry, education, innovation, and personalized care has established her as a trusted and sought-after professional. Mary-Kate continues to work with clients and professionals throughout the United States, with longstanding professional connections in the Mid-West, Los Angeles, New York, and Puerto Rico.