If youāre new here, Iām Daja, a professional makeup artist and beauty educator specializing in refined, camera-ready looks for branding, editorial, and commercial shoots.
My mission? To elevate beauty with timeless techniques that boost confidence in real life and on set.
Whether Iām creating magic on set, refining a clientās routine, or teaching lash + makeup lessons to everyday women and fellow artists, my approach is always the same: polished, fresh, and never overdone.
Makeup should enhance, not mask, your features. My signature style? Luxe, effortless, and beautifully you.
Follow along for pro tips, behind-the-scenes moments, and expert education that makes refined beauty more accessible.
Looking to refine your routine or learn how to apply lashes like a pro? Tap followā¦letās elevate beauty together
Absolutely loved getting to glam @facetofaceskincare_bymegan for her @soeleishdenver magazine cover.
Being apart of significant moments while feeling confident my client looks amazing. Best feels. āØ
Photographer @rheaaobscura
POV: you book a makeup session for your next photo shoot.
Makeup for this gorgeous being, @emmillionayers portfolio updates.
One of my favorite things to do as a makeup artist, getting to be apart of these shoots! Such an honor. āØ
Photographer @jenlo8
Model @emmillionayers@scoutedbynicole
Hi, Iām Dajaā¦
The artist behind the brush, the email in your inbox, and the one whoāll probably hear about your entire day. š«¶š½
But first, Iām wifey to an amazing man (yes, they say Iām spoiledā¦ Iāll let you decide), and mom to two beautiful humans who might just change the world!
Iām a licensed esthetician and have been in the beauty world for a while, making people feel like them, just elevated. And pretty.
Iām always down for a new adventureā¦or a quick Vegas escape. I take my lemonade seriously (not too sweet, always tart), LOVE a good ICED matcha run, and will absolutely get distracted in the shoe section.
Gemini energy: open-minded, honest, and Iāll always keep it real. I love teaching makeup annnnd Iām super nice, I promiseā¦ even if my face says otherwise.
Sooo now, letās get to creating your look!
Photographer @hnguyenphotography
Studio @studio47.collective
LETS TALK LASHES:
If wearing lashes has ever felt uncomfy, obvious, or just not it,
this is usually why:
ā¢ Youāre skipping the customization part
ā¢ The lash style isnāt right for YOUR eyes
ā¢ Glue timing is off, a dry lash wonāt stick + a wet lash moves
ā¢ Placement is slightly too high or too low, this can alter your eyes appearance in a weird way
Sometimes none of this gets explained properly,
so most people assume lashes just āarenāt for themā or ādonāt work for them.ā
They are.
They can be.
They just need to be adjusted to you. You wear the lash, they donāt wear you.
Oldie but goodie. I will forever love these images, with @jenlo8 & @sydney.howk .
A good liner with a touch of blush with a glow and natural freckles taking a bow. āØ
Cheers to embracing our individual beauty. š¤
A little Moulin Rouge moment with @theofficialtarynv ā¦
I loved having her in, she wears this kind of glam so effortlessly. And the wardrobe?! This stunning piece is her design @rcherbrand and it brought everything together.
Also used a @maccosmetics pigment as a last minute decision. No regrets.
Makeup Intern & Photos @maxmuse39
You might just be missing a few stepsā¦or maybe doing a little too much.
Iāve noticed a lot of my clients arenāt always sure whatās going wrong and the answer isnāt always just buying new makeup.
Itās knowing exactly how to use what you already have and if it works for you.
A few small shifts can completely change how your makeup looks and wears.
If youāve been wanting to feel more intentional with your makeup, I can help. Or you can start with my Polished Makeup: Camera-Ready Makeup Guide. š
What every client should know ā
ā¢ prep the skin well, cameras are rude, they show everything.
ā¢add dimension. donāt let the skin look flat! add bronzer and blush for a natural finish, contour to create an illusion, if necessary.
ā¢ add depth to the eyes with lashes and shadows. nothing overwhelming, keep it elevated.
Never will I skip on any of these. They will always be non-negotiable for camera ready. If your makeup doesnāt translate on camera, itās not finished.
