.makeup Domain Registrationfrom £23.72/yr
Why Choose a .makeup Domain?
The .makeup extension launched in 2015 and is operated by XYZ Registry under a deal with cosmetics group Uniregistry. It was designed for the beauty industry — makeup artists, cosmetics brands, beauty bloggers and tutorial creators. Unlike many new gTLDs, .makeup uses a Punycode workaround behind the scenes (xn--mk1bu44c), but visitors simply see a clean, descriptive domain that immediately signals what the site is about. It's a precise category match for anyone working in or selling cosmetics.
Ideal for:
- Independent makeup artists building a portfolio site
- Cosmetics brands launching a new product line
- Beauty bloggers and YouTube tutorial channels
- Bridal and special-occasion makeup studios
- Online stores selling cosmetics and beauty tools
Things to know:
- Unrestricted — anyone, anywhere can register a .makeup domain.
- Operated by XYZ.com LLC, the same registry behind .xyz, .auto, .car and .security.
- The registry classifies a portion of names as premium tier, which carry higher annual renewal fees — these are flagged at checkout.
- Standard ICANN policies apply, including the 60-day transfer lock after registration.
Creative .makeup Domain Ideas
- Velvet.makeup — luxury cosmetics line
- Bridal.makeup — wedding-day beauty service
- Tutorial.makeup — how-to video platform
- Indie.makeup — marketplace for small beauty brands
- Vegan.makeup — cruelty-free cosmetics shop
- Studio.makeup — booking site for a makeup artist
Frequently asked questions about .makeup
Anyone, anywhere. There are no eligibility restrictions, professional credentials or industry checks — individuals, freelance makeup artists, established cosmetics brands and online retailers can all register a .makeup domain on a first-come, first-served basis.
You can register a .makeup domain for between one and ten years at a time, and renew it indefinitely as long as you keep the registration active. Many customers register for two or three years up front to lock in the name and avoid the risk of forgetting to renew.
The registry reserves a tier of names it considers premium — typically short, generic or high-demand keywords. These carry higher registration and renewal fees that are set by the registry, not by us. Any premium pricing is shown clearly during the search before you commit to buying.
Yes. As long as the domain is at least 60 days old, unlocked at your current registrar, and you have the EPP authorisation code, you can transfer it across. The transfer adds one year to the existing expiry date, so you don't lose any time you've already paid for.
You'll get a short grace period of around 30 days where you can renew at the standard price. After that the domain enters a redemption period with a higher restoration fee, and eventually it's released back to the public pool. We send multiple renewal reminders before that point.