Hi I'm Lyna

My journey with makeup began during my university years, at the height of the YouTube beauty tutorial era—when creators like Michelle Phan inspired a whole generation to explore the art of makeup. While I never considered myself particularly artistic, I always had an eye for detail and the ability to replicate images exactly as I saw them. That same precision translated beautifully into makeup, where I discovered the transformative power of enhancing natural features through technique and structure. I started experimenting with different looks on myself for university events and special occasions, often recreating exact styles from tutorials. It was during these moments that I began to feel a newfound confidence, makeup became more than just an aesthetic tool; it became a way to express myself and let my inner light shine through.

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After completing my degree in pharmacy, I continued doing makeup for friends and family, gradually realising how much joy it brought me. A year into working as a pharmacist, I experienced the devastating loss of a close family member. That difficult time was a turning point—it reminded me how unpredictable life can be, and how important it is to pursue what truly makes you happy. Motivated by that realisation, I enrolled in the Diploma of Specialist Makeup at Chisholm Institute. It was one of the most fulfilling decisions I’ve ever made, the first time I genuinely enjoyed studying and felt completely aligned with what I was doing.