After graduating from the Art Institute of Philadelphia in 1986, Daniel McFadden began his career working as a National Makeup Artist for Chanel. In 1998, Daniel relocated to Los Angeles and teamed up with Jose Eber Atelier assuming top billing as the National Makeup Director for all 10 salons. After 16 years in the industry, Daniel launched his own product line, Daniel McFadden Cosmetics, located at Prive Salon in Los Angeles and New York. Daniel has become a nationally recognized makeup artist after his repeated appearances on "Extreme Makeover", "Dr. Phil", "Entertainment Tonight", "Extra", E!, Style Network, Lifetime, and The Learning Channel.

He has worked with many celebrities including Teri Hatcher, Reese Witherspoon, Virginia Madsen, Kelly Preston, Paula Abdul, Brooke Shields, Christina Ricci, Rachel Griffiths, Nicky Hilton, and Jessica Simpson.