Hi, I’m Anareli! My makeup journey began during the iconic 2016 makeup era — IYKYK. Over the years, my artistry has evolved from bold full-glam looks into a softer, more refined approach to glam that still enhances confidence while feeling timeless and elevated.

Makeup has always drawn me in from a young age. One of my earliest memories was visiting my tia’s house and secretly locking myself in the bathroom just to go through her makeup drawers. I still remember discovering a bright fuchsia blush and being completely fascinated by it. Ironically, I wasn’t allowed to wear makeup myself until my senior year of high school. Once I finally could, I dove all the way in — waking up at 5 a.m. just to glam my face before school. Winged liner, blinding highlight… the full 2016 experience.

As I became more passionate about makeup, people around me started noticing. Friends and family of friends began asking if I could do their makeup, though at the time I never imagined it becoming a career path. It was actually my dad who encouraged me to give it a try: “Why not get paid doing something you already love?” So I did.

I booked my very first client and charged $20. I still remember how exciting it felt to earn money doing something I genuinely enjoyed. From that moment on, I continued growing, learning, and refining my artistry — and now, nearly 10 years later, I can honestly say I still love what I do just as much as when I started.