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Denese Barrera

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I have been a licensed cosmetologist for over 15 years and have participated in television, film, print, runway and pageant make up for the same length of time.  I have developed my own technique for beauty glamour make -up to achieve a flawless, captivating look!
I work to understand the needs of the clients and to develop a unique style and look for each one of them.
My passion for hair styling began when I was 12 years old and cut my own hair for the first time. It looked so much better than I could have expected and I haven't looked back since. I have worked as a stylist in the Chicagoland area for over 15 years. I have had the good fortune to have worked  and trained with some of the industries most notable talents and  truly exceptional professionals. 
I was trained in Hollywood in airbrush make-up for over eight years. 
I have been certified in fusion extensions for over 9 years.
I am a specialist in extensions, smoothing, dimensional color, highlights, blonding, haircutting, and styling.

Training:
Joe Trestino: fashion cuts
Beth Minardi: color trends
Redkin Exchange Las Vegas, NV
Aveda Concepts
Vidal Sasoone Toronto, Canada

Credits:
MUA for the model for the Linea Salon Menu
NYX MUA for the yearly Ulta trade show
MUA for Trucco Sebastian Artistic Team
Owner of Marquiz Salon and Spa

Fashion Shows for clients such as:
Avlon Cosmetics
Landis Cosmetics
Indola Hair Care Products
Midwest Beauty Show Winner:
     2nd place I the Make-Up category
     4th place in Total Look category

Commercial Photo Shoots:
Mellissa Veteto Studios
Payton Studios
J. Wilder Studios
Jovanovich Photographic Studios, Inc.

Media:
Indola Artistic Design Team: educating cosmetologists.
Passion Hair Book
Tiara Magazine Pageant
WGN TV make-overs for their Make-Over Madness segment.
Chicago Tribune advising guest on what professional make-up brushes to use in a make-up application.
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