Ten years ago, make-up artist Melissa Murphy left her job working at the cosmetics counter in a Boston mall for the bright lights of the erotica industry.
When the actresses and models settle into her chair, she snaps a before and after photo to capture the transformation. You would be amazed to see how much make-up these beauties actually wear.
Murphy shared some of her Instagram photos with us. The results are incredible.
This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers. Become an Insider and start reading now. Have an account? Log in. Instagram/@xmelissamakeupx Make-up artist Melissa Murphy has been dolling up adult film stars for more than 10 years. Her skin! Her eyes!! 😍😍 This girl is so Beautiful 💗 #UmaJolie #hair #makeup #beforeandafter #photos by #xmelissamakeupx #nofilter #naturallight
A photo posted by Melissa Murphy (@xmelissamakeupx) on Oct 12, 2014 at 11:35am PDTOct 12, 2014 at 11:35am PDT
She photographs her subjects in natural light and posts the juxtaposed images to her Instagram account. Stunning 😍❤️🙌 #AmberLeighWest @amberleighwest on set for @hollyrandall @playboyonline #hair #makeup #beforeandafter #photos by #xmelissamakeupx #nofilter #naturallight 🐰 What a beauty and so fun to make up! This is all her own hair! I was so jealous playing with it! Lol She is a total sweetheart💗 Show Her some love!
A photo posted by Melissa Murphy (@xmelissamakeupx) on Nov 16, 2014 at 11:46am PSTNov 16, 2014 at 11:46am PST
Her account has more than 75,000 followers. Stunning 🌟❤️😍 & just pure awesomeness! @gjones420 #hair #makeup #beforeandafter #photos by #xmelissamakeupx #nofilter #naturallight
A photo posted by Melissa Murphy (@xmelissamakeupx) on Oct 12, 2014 at 11:49am PDTOct 12, 2014 at 11:49am PDT
This is where the magic happens. The whole look! Promo shoot for @playboy.tv @hollyrandall #adultfilmschool season 3😁 This is also my makeup station on the show.
A photo posted by Melissa Murphy (@xmelissamakeupx) on Dec 5, 2014 at 7:09pm PSTDec 5, 2014 at 7:09pm PST
While you may have seen porn stars from many angles, you've never seen them quite like this. Stunning🌟🙌❤️ @meganrain_ on set for @hollyrandall @adultempirefilms #hair #makeup #beforeandafter #photos by #xmelissamakeupx #nofilter #nophotoshopever #straightupmakeup #pinup #vintage #lovemyjob
A photo posted by Melissa Murphy (@xmelissamakeupx) on Nov 19, 2014 at 8:40pm PSTNov 19, 2014 at 8:40pm PST
The transformations are almost unbelievable. Gorgeous❤️🌟 @emilyaustin_xxx on set for @hollyrandall #Twistys #hair #makeup #beforeandafter #photos by #xmelissamakeupx #nofilter #naturallight #straightupmakeup
A photo posted by Melissa Murphy (@xmelissamakeupx) on Jan 7, 2015 at 10:03pm PSTJan 7, 2015 at 10:03pm PST
Let's take a look at some of Murphy's handiwork. Stunning 💗 🙌 @karliemontana #hair #makeup #beforeandafter #photos by #xmelissamakeupx #nofilter #naturallight on set for hottie @hollyrandall 💥
A photo posted by Melissa Murphy (@xmelissamakeupx) on Aug 4, 2014 at 5:34pm PDTAug 4, 2014 at 5:34pm PDT
Reyna Arriaga channels some Britney Spears circa "...Baby One More Time" in this look for Playboy Cyber Girl of the Month. Congrats to #ReynaArriaga ❤️🎉One of the looks I did on @reynaarriaga_ for @hollyrandall #Playboy #CGOM Cyber girl for the month of MAY 2015 #hair #makeup #beforeandafter #photos by #xmelissamakeupx #nofilter #nophotoshop #straightupmakeup
A photo posted by Melissa Murphy (@xmelissamakeupx) on May 11, 2015 at 12:55pm PDTMay 11, 2015 at 12:55pm PDT
Penthouse model Kendra Sutherland goes by the name "Library Girl." Google it. Stunning model❤️✨ @kendra_sunderland #librarygirl on set for @penthouse @tammysands #hair #makeup #beforeandafter #photos by #xmelissamakeupx #nofilter #nophotoshop #straightupmakeup
A photo posted by Melissa Murphy (@xmelissamakeupx) on Feb 21, 2015 at 10:17am PSTFeb 21, 2015 at 10:17am PST
Aaliyah Love's hair and makeup were inspired by 1940s and 50s pin-up styles. Gorgeous 🌟❤️ @AaliyahLove69 for @hollyrandall @adultempirefilms #hair #makeup #beforeandafter #photos by #xmelissamakeupx #nofilter #nophotoshop #naturallight #straightupmakeup
A photo posted by Melissa Murphy (@xmelissamakeupx) on Feb 19, 2015 at 9:13am PSTFeb 19, 2015 at 9:13am PST
Jenna J. Ross' hair goes va-va-voom. Fellow Masshole and Super cutie☺️💗 @jennajross for @hollyrandall @adultempirefilms #hair #makeup #beforeandafter #photos by #xmelissamakeupx #nofilter #nophotoshop #naturallight #straightupmakeup
A photo posted by Melissa Murphy (@xmelissamakeupx) on Feb 18, 2015 at 7:00pm PSTFeb 18, 2015 at 7:00pm PST
Some eyeliner and mascara make Delilah Blue's eyes pop. Beautiful model❤️🌟 👸@delilahxoxox on set for @hollyrandall #Twistys #hair #makeup #beforeandafter #photos by #xmelissamakeupx #nofilter #straightupmakeup
A photo posted by Melissa Murphy (@xmelissamakeupx) on Jan 21, 2015 at 9:20am PSTJan 21, 2015 at 9:20am PST
Playmate Ali Rose poses for a photo before heading on set of Playboy Online. My Beautiful model💗 and @playboy playmate🐰 @Alixbabii on set for @hollyrandall @playboyonline #hair #makeup #beforeandafter #photos by #xmelissamakeupx #straightupmakeup #nofilter #nophotoshop So I know there is lipstick on her teeth😂 It happens people! We removed before Holly took photos but unfortunately I didn't get any pics without it, lol That epic lipstick is @limecrimemakeup #Wicked & #RedVelvet mixed ❤️ Foundation is @narsissist #sheerglow Lashes are @naimies #747M Hair extensions used are the #EasyVolumeElite
A photo posted by Melissa Murphy (@xmelissamakeupx) on Feb 2, 2015 at 5:56pm PSTFeb 2, 2015 at 5:56pm PST
Brittany Amber works a smokey eye. Beautiful💕 #BrittanyAmber @Britney_amber #hair #makeup #beforeandafter #photos by #xmelissamakeupx #nofilter #naturallight Like a lot of women that love having tan skin- but don't want to tan their face... Britney's face is lighter than her body. This is fine for everyday life but needs to be corrected when doing a photoshoot:) I used the foundation, along with contour & highlighting to create a more bronzed skin tone. ☺️☀️ I used @makeupforeverofficial HD foundation & concealer. Use a concealer 1 shade lighter than your foundation to highlight. @ardell_lashes #demiwispy lashes 😘
A photo posted by Melissa Murphy (@xmelissamakeupx) on Jul 14, 2014 at 12:31pm PDTJul 14, 2014 at 12:31pm PDT
Shae Mary has lashes for days. Gorgeous model❤️🌟 @shaemary_xo on set for @hollyrandall #Twistys #hair #makeup #photos by #xmelissamakeupx #nofilter #straightupmakeup
A photo posted by Melissa Murphy (@xmelissamakeupx) on Jan 19, 2015 at 6:05pm PSTJan 19, 2015 at 6:05pm PST
The aesthetics vary greatly, from sweet ... Stunning🌟❤️ #KennaJames on set for @tammysands @penthouse #hair #makeup #beforeandafter #photos by #xmelissamakeupx #nofilter #naturallight I used @makeupforeverofficial HD foundation & HD concealer. Also their contour palette & Super Matte powder to set. Eyeshadows are from the @Lorac pro palette. @ardell_lashes individuals in medium & short lengths. Hair piece is the Easy Volume Elite -(It's great because it just one thick piece. Easy to apply) purchased @naimies #bestmakeupstoreever
A photo posted by Melissa Murphy (@xmelissamakeupx) on Nov 13, 2014 at 9:10am PSTNov 13, 2014 at 9:10am PST
... to beauty pageant contestant ... Beautiful💕☺️ @kendallkayden #KendalKayden on set for @hollyrandall @twistys #hair #makeup #beforeandafter #photos by #xmelissamakeupx #nofilter #naturallight
A photo posted by Melissa Murphy (@xmelissamakeupx) on Aug 7, 2014 at 10:02pm PDTAug 7, 2014 at 10:02pm PDT
... to sultry. 🌟Gorgeous #EllenaWoods @ellena_woods #hair #makeup #beforeandafter #photos by #xmelissamakeupx #nofilter #naturallight On set for @hollyrandall Hollyrandall.com Down to earth, super cool and a badass model! Great meeting you girl❤️ You killed it yesterday xoxo
A photo posted by Melissa Murphy (@xmelissamakeupx) on Jul 19, 2014 at 11:04am PDTJul 19, 2014 at 11:04am PDT
The men need a little TLC in the hair and make-up department, too. Here's Adult Empire Films star Danny Mountain looking tan and even. A little #mensstyling on #DannyMountain for @hollyrandall @adultempirefilms #makeup #beforeandafter by #xmelissamakeupx #nofilter #nophotoshop #naturallight #straightupmakeup On camera even men wear makeup 🎥📷
A photo posted by Melissa Murphy (@xmelissamakeupx) on Feb 18, 2015 at 6:54am PSTFeb 18, 2015 at 6:54am PST
The female models' photos are the most surprising, however. Beautiful model @jennasativa #JennaSativa #hair #makeup #beforeandafter #photos by #xmelissamakeupx #nofilter On set for @hollyrandall @twistys
A photo posted by Melissa Murphy (@xmelissamakeupx) on Oct 24, 2014 at 9:53pm PDTOct 24, 2014 at 9:53pm PDT
Murphy told Huffington Post in an interview that more and more adult film directors desire "au naturel" appearances. Supercutie💕 #AlainaFox @honeybeealaina #hair #makeup #beforeandafter #photos by #xmelissamakeupx #nofilter #naturallight #justmakeup for @hollyrandall #hollyrandall As always I used @makeupforeverofficial HD foundation & concealer applied with @beautyblender #lovemyjob 💗
A photo posted by Melissa Murphy (@xmelissamakeupx) on Aug 2, 2014 at 10:30am PDTAug 2, 2014 at 10:30am PDT
Source: Huffington Post
Playmate Chanel Elle is stunning in nudes and pink hues. The beautiful💕 @chanelm11 #ChanelElle for 📷 @hollyrandall @playboyonline #hair #makeup #beforeandafter #photos by #xmelissamakeupx #nofilter #naturallight
A photo posted by Melissa Murphy (@xmelissamakeupx) on Jun 24, 2014 at 9:22pm PDTJun 24, 2014 at 9:22pm PDT
Here's a closer look at those lids. Another look at the makeup I did yesterday on the Stunning @chanelm11 #ChanelElle for @hollyrandall @playboyonline #hair #makeup #photo by #xmelissamakeupx #nofilter #naturallight
A photo posted by Melissa Murphy (@xmelissamakeupx) on Jun 25, 2014 at 3:01pm PDTJun 25, 2014 at 3:01pm PDT
To accomplish this look, the women wear more makeup that you may realize. Sweetheart & soooo pretty😍💗💗 #AspenRae. @myaspenrae #hair #makeup #beforeandafter #photos by #xmelissamakeupx #nofilter #naturallight
A photo posted by Melissa Murphy (@xmelissamakeupx) on Oct 11, 2014 at 6:16pm PDTOct 11, 2014 at 6:16pm PDT
Murphy hopes that her Instagram account peels the curtain back on adult film production, so that women watching won't feel so unattractive in comparison. Super Sexy Playboy Playmate @missaudreyallen ❤️🌟 #hair #makeup #beforeandafter #photos by #xmelissamakeupx #nofilter #naturallight on set for the amazing @hollyrandall @playboyonline
A photo posted by Melissa Murphy (@xmelissamakeupx) on Aug 26, 2014 at 11:13am PDTAug 26, 2014 at 11:13am PDT
"When you strip down all the makeup, we're really just people," Murphy tells Huffington Post. Gorgeous🌟🙌❤️ @missyxmartinez on set for @hollyrandall @adultempirefilms #hair #makeup #beforeandafter #photos by #xmelissamakeupx #nofilter #nophotoshopever #straightupmakeup
A photo posted by Melissa Murphy (@xmelissamakeupx) on Nov 19, 2014 at 6:58pm PSTNov 19, 2014 at 6:58pm PST
Source: Huffington Post
Here's the make-up artist herself! The littlest things can make the biggest difference☺️ Standing in front of a window in both pics. Light changes a lot in an hour! I have mild rosacea as you can see in first pic. My skincare helps control it a lot. #SanRe is an all organic skincare line that I absolutely ❤️. For a discount on #SanRe skincare use code: #XMMX I used @stilacosmetics #onestep foundation in light. It's like a BB cream. Just evens out skin tone. Then I use @makeupforeverofficial HD concealer to highlight & give more coverage where needed. I filled in my brows with @maccosmetics taupe eyebrow pencil. @Lancôme blush and mascara. I am wearing hair extensions! 💞 My fav extensions are the #EasyVolumeElite and @bellamihair for a discount on Bellami hair extensions use code: #XMMX5 😎✌️💗💗💗 They are a game changer.
A photo posted by Melissa Murphy (@xmelissamakeupx) on Jan 27, 2015 at 12:21pm PSTJan 27, 2015 at 12:21pm PST
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