Today we’d like to introduce you to Teriasia Dean and Horace Stevenson III.
A native of San Diego California, born in Long Branch, New Jersey, Teriasia developed an increasing interest in the artistry industry. In 2011, she decided to further her passion by becoming a licensed esthetician. Teriasia started her career in makeup, working for companies such as MAC Cosmetic, Bare Mineral, Japonesque Cosmetics, and Juice Beauty. According to her, “Skin is the best foundation for a great makeup application!”. Therefore, she strives to produce excellent skincare service and advice during all makeup applications and consultations.
Since obtaining her license in 2009, Teriasia has garnered a significant amount of success in her career. During her first year in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, she was the key artist hired for Miss. Black OU Beauty Pageant. From working with varus photographer, magazines, bridal, production, special event, special effects and more. Her style can range from natural to glam, as creating a timeless look that is tailored to whoever sits in her chair. Teriasia’s sole mission is to help women bring forth their inner beauty, to their outer self. She does this by using cutting edge tools, unique facial anatomy, and techniques to create customized looks. Teriasia has even provided make-up service for vision impaired clientele, by teaching them how to put on make-up according to their facial anatomy. During her career, she has also provided transformative make-up services for elderly women affected by alzheimer’s and memory loss.
With creativity, versatility, and integrity in creating globally/nationally alluring makeup looks, she has captured the attention of many throughout the state of Oklahoma and the around the world. Teriasia’s features include Bee Smith Tv personality/author/motivational speaker, Cynthia White author/pastor/motivational speaker, Nationally/globally known photographer such as Jared Kinley, Rudolph ‘PJ” Tolar, and Shevaun Williams to name a few. She has been featured by magazines such as Vine magazine and Splurge OKC, leading her to be an award 2-time award winning makeup artist.
As her resume continues to grow, Teriasia provides an incomparable sense of professionalism to all of her clients. Her infectious smile, passion, word of mouth credibility, and peaceful demeanor has made her a favored and leading makeup artist in Oklahoma City. Although Teriasia is based in Dallas and Oklahoma City-based, she is willing to travel upon request.
We’re always bombarded by how great it is to pursue your passion, etc. – but we’ve spoken with enough people to know that it’s not always easy. Overall, would you say things have been easy for you?
This journey has been all about faith. I had a vision for my career as a professional makeup artist who is licensed. It took lots of leaps of faith to get where I am going now. What keeps me going is my passion for the art of makeup and the confidence it brings to the soul. I believe the best has yet to come for me! My advice to other women who are just starting this journey is a jump. The sky is the limit, your career in makeup is whatever you create it to be. Nothing is accomplished without faith. Therefore if it is the true desire of your heart to pursue this career path, do be discouraged by what you see. Hold steadfast to your vision in pursuit of your dreams.
So, as you know, we’re impressed with Beauty by Teriasia – tell our readers more, for example, what you’re most proud of as a company and what sets you apart from others.
I am a makeup artist, licensed esthetician, and writer. Basically, a woman of the arts as it pertains to largest organ on the temple! I am most proud of the impact my work has had on the lives of others. What sets me apart from the rest is the words of hope I paint on to those I encounter during every application, and every stroke of my brush.
Are there any apps, books, podcasts or other resources that you’ve benefited from using?
I love listening to Pastor Cora Jakes-Coleman. Her book ‘Faithing it for Milinieiails’ will give you the push you need to keep on going. I also enjoy listening to sermons preached by Pastor Amanda Conner of the Gate Church, OKC. I’ve needed from her that you just have to be a willing womb! One of the podcasts my husband and business partner recommends is Breaking Beauty, for all your newness and current product education.
Contact Info:
- Phone: 858-228-7510
- Email: beautybyteriasia@gmail.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mua_teriasia_dean/
- Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/beautybyteriasia/
Image Credit:
fashion editor: Nicole L. Nelson, art director & photographer: Shevaun Williams, styling: Elizabeth Wheat, hair: Desiree S. Irving, Makeup: Teriasia S. Dean, Model: Ina with Brink Model Management
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