Nigerian media personality Anita Natacha Akide, known as Tacha, achieves a groundbreaking feat. She sets two Guinness World Records for cosmetic makeovers. This was confirmed by Guinness World Records on November 12, 2025. Tacha performed 82 transformations in eight hours and then had another record of 144 transformations within 24 hours, surpassing the previous record by over 30 transformations.
Fans celebrate the success widely. Social media buzzes with praises. Tacha’s determination shines through. Turning her passion into international recognition.
The Record-breaking Event
Tacha hosts the Tacha Beauty Festival in Lagos. This happened on October 11, 2025, at the John Randle Centre. She sets a makeup station behind glass walls. The public watches her in real time doing her job. Celebrities like Ebuka Obi-Uchendu and Venita Akpofure join as models.
Each makeover features complete applications. Tacha applies foundation, concealer, blush, two eyeshadows, mascara, lip liner, gloss, finishing powder and shaped eyebrows. She documents every step as verification. Her team is with her all the way.
However there are challenges within the attempt. A nine hour storm hits Lagos. Rain damages screens and branding. Blackouts tugging lights force the use of phone flashlights. Despite all this, Tacha continues without breaks.
Personal Journey and Inspiration
Tacha recalls a childhood love for makeup that she thought was a haven for space. “The idea of daring to be different drove me,” she tells Guinness World Records. Colors in creativity that is what drives her fascination with makeup.
However she also brings to memorial her late mother with an emotional post. Tacha writes, “God did it, my messiah did it, my mummy in heaven, you did it!”. Tears gushed as she was confirmed while up there in the sky. Hugs and screams of joy from her sister and assistants.
Looking behind, she says, the trenches sleepless nights, feet swollen and hands unsteady. Grace carries her along. Her aim is to inspire other Africans. “Greatness has no geography,” she says.
Impact on the Beauty World
This elevates the talent of Nigeria to the populace. Tacha joins Hilda Baci in record breaking history. It inspires young artists. Beauty enthusiasts converge on her festival for inspiration.
More so it brings attention on how much resilience exists around the creative space in Africa. Tacha’s brand continues to blossom. Dreaming requires effort but it really compensates.
In conclusion, Tacha’s records create a milestone. She transforms faces and then faces changes. The whole wide world knows her name.
