Kiana has been in and around the makeup industry for 13 years. But her path wasn't straight. She started on the Mecca counters, stepped away to work in disability support, and came back in 2022 through The Iconic's e-commerce team.
Since then? Sydney, Milan, Paris Fashion Weeks. A freelance career built on cold calls, genuine connections, and trusting her own eye.
In this episode, we talk about what it actually takes to rebuild in this industry, how networking opened doors she didn't even know existed, and why finding your own aesthetic matters more than chasing trends.
We cover:
How Kiana got back into the industry through The Iconic's e-commerce team
Why cold-calling creative agencies actually works
How assisting at Fashion Weeks changed her career
Building a skin-focused, mood-driven style
Her kit essentials — including NARS Sheer Glow and Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk
What she wishes she'd known earlier
For aspiring and working artists, this one is worth a listen.
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