"I spend days with these artists. I know what they do in their free time, and I see them when they first wake up in the morning. I am very careful now. I have to practice discretion, because people [media] are always looking for a story about someone famous, even if it is not true," Chou said.
In addition to their high profile status and income, stylists like Du and Chou can afford to be selective with the jobs they accept, making room for more personal endeavors. Both love their work and said, 15 years into it, they still get excited on a set, even at 5am.
"I love everything about makeup, but now is the time to start thinking about my next move. I'm getting older and I don't want this schedule 10 years from now," Du said.
Chou agreed, and both have similar plans to establish their own respective makeup schools and line of cosmetics. While local brands have experienced little success in Taiwan, let alone globally, Du said small steps and celebrity endorsements will help ensure success. With their A-list cliental, both stylists are off to a good start with the necessary contacts.
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