If you haven't heard of Kim Chi, she is the first Korean-American on RuPaul's Drag Race and was named one of the most powerful drag queens in America. Kim Chi was runner-up on Season 8 of RuPaul's Drag RaceRuPaul's Drag Race and was sent home by Bob The Drag Queen later in the season. Well, since then, she's been quite busy. She started her own makeup line and has been making appearances all over the place. Now, she's teamed up with none other than Trixie Mattel to do a limited edition makeup collaboration.

We got in a little chat with Kim Chi where she talks about life, love, the runway...nah, just kidding. She did take some time out to answer a few questions for us on what it was like being on RPDR, what one product she can't live without, and so much more.

All of the products are cruelty-free and 2% of all sales to The Trevor Project. If you haven't checked out Kim Chi's beauty line, you should, the KimChi Chic Beauty line is stocked with a ton of makeup products and that bowtie is pretty cute too.

Q: What brought you to the decision to start a makeup line?

A: The options were very limited for good affordalbe makeup, so it was important to me to create quality makeup that every makeup lover could enjoy.

Q: What does the collaboration between you and Trixie Mattel look like?

A: Putrid. Pungent. Audacious. It is a perfect representation of both Trixie and my style!

Q: Where and how did the two of you meet and subsequently become BFFs?

A: She stalked me on Facebook and forced me to book her in Chicago. Haven’t been able to get away from her since!

Q: What makeup product can you NOT live without?

A: Definitely eyeliner. The KimChi Chic Beauty Stage Proof Liquid Liner and The Effin Liner never leaves my makeup kit.

Q: Can you give us some makeup tips? 

A: Don’t be afraid to experiment. It's okay to wipe away mistakes and start over if needed.

Q: How has appearing on RuPaul shaped your lives, career, and outlook?

A: It has made me the 17th most powerful drag queen in the world according to some list by a famous publication. Kidding again! It gave me this really amazing platform to live out my wildest dreams, connect with people all around the world, and hopefully inspire others like myself. It showed me the importance of holding on to your passions and living life authentically.

Q: What are your top 3 charities to support?

A: Seniors Fight Back, The Trevor Project, Elton John Aids Foundation

Q: What 2 things would you say to an aspiring drag queen?

A: Success doesn't happen overnight, be patient and prepare to spend a lot of money!

Q: How big of a difference is it between your drag queen persona and non-drag queen persona? Or is there? Do you sometimes forget when you’re “on” or “off”?

A: It depends on whether I’m wearing a wig or not. Kim is a little louder, snarkier, and outgoing than Sang.

Q: What’s next? You have the appearances, the collaboration, the friendship…What is on the horizon?

A: Lots of touring, more KimChi Chic Beauty launches, and one day...hopefully, retirement!

Q: What would you be doing if you weren't a drag queen performer and makeup entrepreneur?

A: Before doing drag I was an art director, so probably something similar relating to fashion design, art, or something similar.

KimChi Chic Beauty

You can see the limited edition Trixie x Kim Chi Collab BFF4EVR on KimChi's Chic Beauty site. It's a fun and whimsical product line. The limited edition includes 5 different products with various shades and colors to choose from as well as a KimChi and Trixie Girl Fan or purchase the entire line in one bundle.

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