After two transformative years of professional face painting in 2010, Ms. Steph emerged as “the face painter with the cool makeup.” Embracing this success, she made a bold leap into makeup artistry. Driven by determination and passion, she began offering makeup services from her home basement to friends and associates, discovering her true love for the craft. Recognizing the positive momentum in her journey, she fully committed to honing her talent.In March 2011, she took a monumental step and launched her own cosmetic line, @Fantastic_Faces. The Fantastic Faces product line swiftly became an overnight sensation with its vibrant colors and bold statements, opening the door to a dazzling world of makeup. With the unwavering support of her community, the brand rapidly gained global recognition. After a year filled with thriving online sales and local outreach, she chose to extend her reach further. In April 2012, Fantastic Faces Makeup Artistry and Cosmetics proudly opened its first brick-and-mortar location, allowing for greater promotion of her products and services while cultivating an even larger clientele.Ms. Steph exemplifies that with dedication, resilience, and unwavering drive, dreams can indeed become reality. As a full-time makeup artist, she has partaken in numerous local photo shoots, fashion shows, makeup lessons, and vendor events, continually elevating her status as a respected artist and brand. In June 2013 and 2014, Fantastic Faces Makeup Artistry shone at the prestigious Full Figured Fashion Week in New York, collaborating with top industry talents and enhancing her professional prowess.In 2015, after a period of successful travel, Ms. Steph strategically chose to concentrate solely on her cosmetic line. She reignited a brilliant idea, "The Glitter Lipstick Kits,” originally conceived in 2010, and transformed it into a thriving venture. From 2016 to 2018, she and her dedicated team journeyed to major expos worldwide, experiencing remarkable success as her products consistently sold out.In 2019, Ms. Steph was excited to unveil her first eyeshadow palette, but faced quality issues with the initial sample, prompting her to reassess her approach. While 2020 presented unforeseen challenges with the arrival of COVID-19, forcing a pause in her business, she embraced this moment for reflection and growth.Despite the challenges, the vision for Fantastic Faces Cosmetics remains as strong as ever: to build a bustling brick-and-mortar store filled with inventory and create a cutting-edge website that enhances the shopping experience. Though change can be intimidating, Ms. Steph understands that only the resilient prevail in their pursuit of success. This period of reflection has laid the groundwork for innovative strategies to grow her brand, ensuring she continues to deliver high-quality, exciting products to her incredible supporters. The spirit of an entrepreneur knows no limits, and Ms. Steph truly embodies that essence.