We had the good fortune of connecting with Dezera Dunlap and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Dezera, what role has risk played in your life or career?
I love risk. I joined the Army probably the biggest risk any one can take ha! Since I’m such a risk taker becoming an MUA and barely knowing anything about the industry has been such a thrill for me. Everyday I learn something new and I love it.

Can you open up a bit about your work and career? We’re big fans and we’d love for our community to learn more about your work.
I’m a professional makeup artist and I want people to know I believe makeup is an art of expression and who doesn’t love the mystery behind a woman’s eye. I focus on soft and natural glam to highlight a woman’s natural beauty. I’m most proud to be where I’m at knowing where I started from. I knew nothing about the industry I just knew I wanted to be a makeup artist. It was very hard at first I gave up an embarrassing amount of times, but I pushed through and now I can finally say I’m happy and loving this industry and my clients. I’m also accepting new clients. I’m glad I didn’t give up. I’ve learned nothing comes easy, you have to fight to live another day!

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
I love going to the Rockwall lake and It’s such a beautiful view. We are definitely going on a boat ride and enjoying some cocktails. We have to enjoy the night life as well and go to Izkina or The Garden and shake a lil sumn sumn.

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
I love to shout out my family. My mom and sisters have been my biggest supporters. I would always call them and ask to practice on them and they would always say yes! I’m still asking to this day when I want to try new looks out. So I really owe them big!

Website: https://www.styleseat.com/m/v/mystiquebydominque

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