Behind the Glam: LXD Beauty’s Teme Wokoma Brings Heart and Skill to the Back2Besa Birthday Episode
When Besa Gordon filmed her behind-the-scenes for this week’s episode of Back2Besa, celebrating her birthday, one familiar face made the day even more special — makeup artist Teme Wokoma, owner of LXD Beauty. For Besa and Teme, the shoot wasn’t just another day on set; it was a reunion of two friends who’ve shared a journey from their high school dance team, Kutt’N’Up, to working side-by-side in professional media. “Working with Besa at the FOX 13 studios and even at Black Media Matters Studios is always a treat,” Wokoma shared. “I get to spend quality time with a friend I grew up with, but I also get to uplift her and her brand. She pours into so many people in our community, so any time I can pour back into her, I’m grateful for it.”
Teme’s approach to makeup is rooted in care, especially for sensitive skin. Knowing Besa’s skin can fluctuate due to eczema, Teme prioritizes hydration and barrier protection before ever picking up a brush. “Her skin goes through a lot of extremes,” she explained. “Having dealt with mild eczema myself, I understand that inflamed skin can quickly become dry skin. I always make sure her skin is hydrated — with light masks, moisturizers, and hydrating primers — so that when I finish with powders, it still looks smooth and natural under studio lights.”
She also shared her admiration for Danessa Myricks Beauty, a Black-owned brand known for its blurring powders that even out texture and minimize scarring. For Teme, it’s never just about achieving a “camera-ready” face — it’s about making her clients feel confident, radiant, and seen.
Teme’s artistry didn’t start in a studio — it started in her bathroom, with a flip phone and a dream. “I started doing makeup literally in my bathroom with a flip phone,” she laughed. “I’ve always been hyper-aware of things like discoloration, eczema, and hyperpigmentation — especially in Black women, because we were often overlooked in the makeup industry when I started.”
Her early curiosity grew into a career spanning more than a decade, leading to collaborations with brands, celebrities, and film productions. Throughout it all, her focus on clean beauty, calm energy, and radiant skin has remained the core of her work.
LXD Beauty, short for Lavender Dream Beauty, represents everything Teme brings to her craft — peace, healing, and transformation. “Lavender is antibacterial and antimicrobial, but it’s also calming and cleansing,” she explained. “I want my clients to feel safe, relaxed, and pampered — like they’re getting a facial and a confidence boost at the same time.”
Teme has worked with MAC Cosmetics, styled celebrity clients, and created looks for commercials and films, but she says returning to the makeup chair full-time feels like coming home. “I’ve been in retirement for makeup, but I’m back,” she said. “In times when the world feels chaotic, it’s the simple joys that matter. For me, that’s helping people look and feel like the best version of themselves — whether they’re on TV, celebrating a birthday, or getting ready for a photo shoot.”
Where to Book Teme Wokoma
Teme now works out of Foxy Cut Salon in Georgetown, where clients can book full makeup sessions or glam services for events. For brand collaborations, TV appearances, or on-set makeup, she welcomes inquiries directly at LXDbeauty@gmail.com. “Whether you’re walking into the studio like Besa or getting ready for a special moment, I want you to feel your best,” Wokoma added.
For Besa, that energy was the perfect finishing touch for her birthday episode — blending friendship, artistry, and joy in front of and behind the camera.
Photos by Jordan Somers
