Tell us about you:
Hi!!!! I'm Yisell and I do hair and makeup for a living. I've been doing this for about 13 years and have loved every second of it. When I was a child, I knew I always wanted to help people. I thought I had to do that by being some sort of doctor or nurse. I even went to school for nursing but quickly changed my mind when I realized that it wasn't for me. Helping women feel beautiful and see themselves in a different light is what I was born to do. Nothing feeds my soul more than when a woman looks at herself in the mirror and loves the way she looks.
Are you in full glam mode everyday?
Oh gosh, no! While I do have a daily (not at all glam) makeup routine, I've perfected doing this in 10 minutes or less. It's more of a ritual at this point and it makes me feel put together and puts a pep in my step.
What is your "go to" look for your own hair and makeup routine?
I don't feel complete if I don't have some winged liner and mascara on. Those are a must for me. Anything else depends on the day...concealer, blush, eyebrows and a statement lip. As for hair, I have a pixie cut so hair for me is pretty simple. Some hair paste and I'm out the door.
What is your favorite boudoir makeup look?
I'm a fan of statement lip colors, long lashes and glowy skin. Those just scream "sexy" to me.
Working with a wide variety of clients, how do you manage different skin tones and hair textures?
As a hair and makeup professional, it is important to me that I know and understand all hair and skin no matter the color or texture so that my clients always feel included. I keep up to date with all hair and makeup products especially for Women of Color. The question always arises if I'm able to accomodate a certain skin color/hair texture. The answer is always yes!
What are your top 3 favorite products?
This changes from time to time. There's so much makeup out there and I love a lot of it! Currently, my favorite things are JULEP "Skip the Brush Blush" Cream to Powder Blush, BECCA Highlighters and the LimeLife by Alcone Enduring Lip Colors.
If you could tell your clients anything before their boudoir session, what would it be?
Do this for yourself and never mind what anyone thinks. You are worth it and deserve this FOR YOU! We, as women, are so hard on ourselves and our bodies. Doing a boudoir shoot really lets you see yourself how others see you. As a powerful and confident woman who can take on anything. You are worthy.
Where can someone find you for services other than boudoir?
Website: www.yisellsantosmakeup.com
Instagram: www.instagram.com/yisellsmakeup
FB Page: www.facebook.com/yisellsmakeup
Email: yisell@yisellsantosmakeup.com
