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Can I Deduct Makeup From Taxes?
Here’s what the CPA’s have to say
According to the IRS, you can deduct any expense that is directly or indirectly related to your profession.
Here, Arianna is an actor and is often required to undergo a makeover for different roles or projects. So she can deduct the cost of makeup and other styling accessories as a business expense under “supplies” However if your profession is not directly related to entertainment then you cannot deduct makeup as a business expense.
Attempting to secure the deduction outside of the proper profession may lead to an IRS audit.
Can I deduct makeup from taxes?
Tax deductions for makeup are hard to come by unless you're in the right profession. Under special circumstances, the IRS does allow certain professionals to deduct expenses related to their physical body appearance.
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Can you claim makeup as a business expense?
According to the IRS, to count as a deduction, an expense must be ordinary and necessary. Makeup is generally considered a personal expense but if you’re a part of the entertainment industry then it can be considered a legitimate deduction.
Some common freelance professions where you can claim makeup as a deduction include:
- Actors
- Performing artists
- Musicians
- Models
- Dancers
- Cosmetic or make-up artists
Who all can claim makeup as a tax deduction?
To deduct any expense, it must be directly related to your business. If you’re a part of the entertainment industry, where it’s necessary for you to maintain a certain appearance as a part of your business, then you can deduct it.
Actors:
As an actor, you are bound to play roles that may require you to undergo a makeover to suit the character or persona. Here, you can deduct the cost of the makeup, hairstyle, and cosmetic accessories from your taxes since it is directly related to your trade or business.
Model:
As a model, you can also deduct the cost of makeup used for attending photoshoots, events, or an audition.
Performing Artists:
As a performing artist, you can deduct the expenses associated with the role you have to play. You can deduct the cost of makeup products you used for your performance.
Makeup Artist:
As an independent makeup artist, you can deduct the cost of makeup products you used for business purposes. Any makeup used on clients is fully deductible.
There are some other professions that allow you to deduct makeup as a tax write-off.
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