Inspired by professional makeup solutions, Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics began in 2004 with just two lip balms, cult-favorites Tarred and Feathered. Ultra-sheer black and white tones respectively, the pair was created by Makeup Artist David Klasfeld in response to a super-natural trend in beauty, when even the most neutral of lipsticks was considered too much color. Concurrently, the digital revolution had already begun to be televised, and natural makeup began to take on a whole new meaning. During the same time, a fortuitous meeting with Cosmetics Industry Insider Jay Factor would turn into a business partnership, and in 2005, the company introduced OCC Ink™, an ultra long-wearing body paint, to rave reviews from Professional Bodypainters and F/X Artists worldwide.
While OCC was beginning to build momentum, Klasfeld maintained a career in makeup artistry, frequently working on the sets of high-profile commercial shoots for clients including Target®, Best Buy® and ABC®, all of whom were filming in Hi-Definition. A long-time devotee of the airbrush makeup application method, Klasfeld was dissatisfied with the makeup options available to help artists contend with the still-emerging technology. In 2006, OCC responded to this need with the introduction of OCC Skin™, a water-based airbrush foundation that provided artists working in fields as diverse as beauty, film, and television with the simplest Hi-Def solution and the most user-friendly airbrush makeup on the market to date.
In retrospect, the premise was simple - develop a complete line of professional quality cosmetics, not only for artists but for makeup enthusiasts everywhere: Diverse products that perform beyond the standard of what is currently available, an alternative to the mass-market. To set the brand apart in an already over-crowded marketplace meant committing to innovation in both colour and texture, as well as concept and selection. What this means to the consumer: A refreshing, gimmickless approach: No false claims, no empty promises, just great makeup.
Fast forward to today, and the line has grown from 2 to over 150 inimitable items including eyeshadow, pigment and other professional necessities.
OBSESSIVE COMPULSIVE COSMETICS is the line for those who colour outside of theirs. For when you're over the counter.
