THE XCEPTIONAL STORY

Meet Adjoa — a passionate, attentive, and creative professional makeup artist known for delivering breathtaking, long-lasting makeup looks. Born in Ghana, raised in New Zealand, and now based in Melbourne, Australia, Adjoa began her journey in 2011 after a personal wedding day makeup disappointment highlighted the lack of skilled artists catering to deeper skin tones. Determined to be the change, she set out to become the artist who includes the excluded.

Initially self-taught, Adjoa later refined her craft under the guidance of renowned international mentors, including Donna Mee. Today, she provides expert makeup services and education throughout Melbourne, across Australia, and internationally.

She is also the founder of XM Cosmetics—a makeup line formulated to suit all skin tones and types. With a deep understanding of beauty and a commitment to excellence, Adjoa offers personalised services for individuals of every complexion. Her mission is to enhance natural beauty, build confidence, and deliver flawless results—one face at a time. That’s the essence of Xceptional Makeup.