Over 166,000 domains — 0.34% of all new gTLDsOriginally delegated to L'Oréal, same as .hairNo registration restrictions

.makeup Domain

.makeup was registered with IANA on 23 December 2015, originally delegated to L'Oréal — the same as its sister extension .hair — before transferring to XYZ.COM LLC in 2020. It now exceeds 166,000 registered domains, 0.34% of all new gTLDs, one of the most successful beauty extensions on the market.

2015 Year created
gTLD Extension type (IANA)
On request Registration price / year
Open Registration restrictions

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About the .MAKEUP domain

What is the .MAKEUP domain?

.makeup is a generic top-level domain with the same unusual origin as its sister extension .hair: it was registered with IANA on 23 December 2015 and originally delegated to the French cosmetics giant L'Oréal, before transferring to its current commercial operator, XYZ.COM LLC, in 2020. After opening to public registration, .makeup has been a notable success: it exceeds 166,000 domains registered worldwide, 0.34% of all existing new gTLDs, with 67.40% active in the DNS zone. The registrar profile is led by Porkbun (13.00%) and Spaceship (7.08%), both known for competitive pricing, followed by Namecheap and NameSilo.
Extension .MAKEUP
IANA type gTLD
Created in 2015
Registry XYZ.COM LLC; technical backend operated by CentralNic. Originally delegated to L'Oréal in 2016 (same as .hair), transferred to XYZ.COM LLC in 2020
Restrictions None
Registration On request
Renewal On request

Uses of .MAKEUP

Who is the .MAKEUP domain for?

These are the most common situations where .MAKEUP is the ideal extension.

Cosmetics and makeup brands

The most direct use: makeup brands, large and small, taking advantage of the extension's direct meaning.

Professional makeup artists and beauty influencers

Makeup professionals and content creators specialized in beauty.

Online cosmetics stores

E-commerce focused on selling makeup and cosmetic products.

Makeup academies

Training centers specialized in professional makeup techniques.

Film and TV makeup

Professionals specialized in artistic makeup for audiovisual productions.

Natural and vegan cosmetics

Brands focused on cruelty-free or naturally-sourced makeup products.

.MAKEUP vs other extensions

Which extension suits you best?

Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .MAKEUP with the most common alternatives to help you choose.

Extension Best for Restrictions Registration price
.makeup This page Cosmetics, makeup and beauty None Contact us
.com Any project None $14.99/year
.beauty Beauty in general None Contact us
.hair Hair cosmetics (sister extension, also from L'Oréal) None Contact us

Registration process

How to register your .MAKEUP domain at miHosting

01

Check availability

Type the name you want in the search bar. We show you in seconds whether it's available or if you need to look for alternatives.

02

Complete registration

Fill in the registrant details and choose whether to add hosting. The entire process takes less than 5 minutes.

03

Your domain is live

Within minutes your .MAKEUP domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.

Frequently asked questions about the .MAKEUP domain

Why did L'Oréal originally hold the .makeup domain?

During ICANN's new-gTLD application process, L'Oréal applied for and obtained the initial delegation of this extension — and also .hair — in 2016, before transferring it to a commercial operator in 2020.

Who currently manages the .makeup domain?

XYZ.COM LLC, with CentralNic as technical backend, since 2020.

Is .makeup a popular extension?

Yes, it exceeds 166,000 registered domains — 0.34% of all new gTLDs — making it one of the most successful beauty extensions on the market.

Are there restrictions on registering a .makeup domain?

No. Despite its origin tied to L'Oréal, it is now a fully open-registration extension.

How much does a .makeup domain cost?

Pricing varies by registrar. Contact our miHosting team to confirm current pricing.

Can I register my .makeup domain with miHosting?

Yes. Contact our team to confirm availability and current pricing for this extension.

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The .makeup domain has the same unusual origin as .hair: it was registered with IANA on 23 December 2015 and originally delegated to L'Oréal, before passing to its current commercial operator, XYZ.COM LLC, in 2020. After opening to the public, .makeup has been a notable success, with over 166,000 domains registered — 0.34% of all new gTLDs. It is an extension with no registration restrictions, ideal for cosmetics and makeup brands. Contact our team for current pricing and pair it with our professional hosting for your beauty brand.