Jessica Shefsick​​

Owner, Manager, Makeup Artist

Wedding Portfolio Commercial & Fashion Portfolio

Jessica Shefsick​​

Owner, Manager, Makeup Artist

  • I received my professional license in: 2002
  • I started doing makeup professionally in: 1998
  • I started BSB (previously SKINZIN) in: March of 2010
  • My hometown: Dayton (Centerville), OH
  • My "Claim to Fame": Creating cheekbones. I call my method the "Neapolitan", it starts with dark under the cheekbones, then blush on the cheekbones, followed by highlighter above the cheekbones. Chocolate, strawberry, vanilla!
  • Favorite drink at Starbucks: Plain Latte, no foam
  • Favorite OPI color: Tasmanian devil made me do it
  • Favorite inspirational quote: For work: "If you don’t appear, you disappear." For life: "Forgive others, not because they deserve forgiveness but because you deserve peace."
  • Favorite exercise or sport to keep fit: Running for sure! I get complete mental clarity on an outdoor morning run. Sometimes I feel like I could solve all of life’s problems, in just 4 shorts miles.
  • My Best Beauty Tip: One coat of mascara is never enough!

Kiah Holland

Makeup Artist

Kiah Holland

Makeup Artist

  • I received my professional license in: 2009
  • I started doing makeup professionally in: 2009
  • I’ve been a Bride’s Side Beauty team member since: March 2010
  • My hometown: Little falls, NY
  • My "Claim to Fame": I’m the queen of the natural glow for brides and I’m also amazing at giving my mature clients (Mother’s of the Bride or Groom) the youthful look they desire.
  • Favorite drink at Starbucks: Salted caramel mocha frappuchino. Yum!
  • Favorite OPI color: Cajun shrimp, of course!
  • Favorite inspirational quote: "Don’t worry about what the world wants from you, worry about what makes you come more alive. What the world really needs is people who are more alive."
  • Favorite exercise or sport to keep fit: Weightlifting/powerlifting. There is such a satisfaction to breaking personal records and just being strong.
  • My Best Beauty Tip: Smile! You can have all the makeup on in the world, or none at all, but without a smile it’s nothing.

Alex Turner

Makeup Artist

Alex Turner

Makeup Artist

  • I received my professional license in: 2012
  • I started doing makeup professionally in: 1999
  • I’ve been a Bride’s Side Beauty team member since: April 2012
  • My hometown: Taegu, South Korea
  • My "Claim to Fame": Teaching the skill of makeup application. I love to help others discover their true inner beauty through the use of transformational makeup.
  • Favorite drink at Starbucks: White Chocolate Mocha with whipped cream on top!
  • Favorite OPI color: On Her Majesty’s Secret Service
  • Favorite inspirational quote: "To keep the heart unwrinkled, to be hopeful, kindly, cheerful, reverent – that is to triumph over old age."
  • Favorite exercise or sport to keep fit: Kickboxing, weightlifting, spin, and yoga.
  • My Best Beauty Tip: Properly cleaning your face every day is the most important part of maintaining beautiful skin.

Shauna Phillips

Makeup Artist

Shauna Phillips

Makeup Artist

  • I received my professional license in: 2004
  • I started BSB  in: July 2015
  • My hometown: Battle Ground, WA
  • My "Claim to Fame":  Precision eyeliner, flawless every time!
  • Favorite drink at Starbucks: Iced Chai with pumpkin syrup! The best!
  • Favorite OPI color: Big Apple Red
  • Favorite inspirational quote: "Every accomplishment starts with the decision to try."
  • Favorite exercise or sport to keep fit: I love indoor volleyball. Pilates too.
  • My Best Beauty Tip: Sometimes the simplest tricks make all the difference. Such as highlighting the cheekbones, the inner corners of the eye and the cupid's bow. Quick and easy way to look polished!

Jennifer Youmans-White

Hair Stylist

Jennifer Youmans-White

Hair Stylist

  • I received my professional license in:  2007
  • I started BSB  in: December 2015
  • My hometown: Beaufort SC
  • My "Claim to Fame- I have perfected the "imperfect" updo
  • Favorite drink at Starbucks: Sugar free skinny caramel macchiato triple shot
  • Favorite OPI color: elephantastic pink
  • Favorite inspirational quote: Don't worry about where the grass might be Greener; water your own Garden of life.
  • Favorite exercise or sport to keep fit: Tennis!
  • My Best Beauty Tip: Master the art of a great blow out for yourself using the right tools and products - it will save you time , money and damage to your hair. 

Daisy Leiva

Hair Stylist

Daisy Leiva

Hair Stylist

  • I received my professional license in: 2001
  • I started BSB  in: September 2014
  • My hometown:  Amarillo, Texas
  • My "Claim to Fame":  Braiding
  • Favorite drink at Starbucks: White chocolate mocha
  • Favorite OPI color: Danke-Shiny Red
  • Favorite inspirational quote: I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.
  • Favorite exercise or sport to keep fit: Soccer
  • My Best Beauty Tip: Use professional hair care products. Yes, there is a difference!

Courtney Marine

Hair Stylist and Makeup Artist

Courtney Marine

Hair Stylist and Makeup Artist

  • I received my professional license in: January 2017
  • I started BSB in: September 2016
  • My hometown: Camden, Maine
  • My "Claim to Fame": My ability to connect with my client. Making someone feel comfortable and confident is my biggest strength.
  • Favorite drink at Starbucks: Sugar free cinnamon dolce iced coffee!
  • Favorite OPI color: Vampsterdam "A deep purple for a divine diva"
  • Favorite inspirational quote: "Life is 10% what happens to you and 90% how you react to it."
  • Favorite exercise, sport or outdoor hobby: Running is my free therapy! I also love occasional hot yoga.
  • My Best Beauty Tip: For blondes who struggle with brassiness, using a purple shampoo a few times a week can be a lifesaver.

Megan Evegan

Hair Stylist

Megan Evegan

Hair Stylist

  • I received my professional license in: 2009
  • I started BSB in: March 2016
  • My hometown: Howell, New Jersey
  • My "Claim to Fame": Large romantic, elegant, softly draped styles.
  • Favorite drink at Starbucks: White chocolate mocha Latte
  • Favorite OPI color: All the glitters
  • Favorite inspirational quote: When you can't find the sunshine, be the sunshine!
  • Favorite exercise, sport or hobby: Refinishing old furniture
  • My Best Beauty Tip: "For your wedding day hair style to look its very best, I suggest multidimensional color and a fresh cut."

Alyssa Morthland

Hair Stylist

Alyssa Morthland

Hair Stylist

  • I received my professional license in:  September 2010
  • I started BSB  in: May 2017
  • My hometown: Rock Falls, Illinois
  • My "Claim to Fame”: A tousled/whimsical look
  • Favorite drink at Starbucks: Iced Caramel Macchiato
  • Favorite OPI color: Cajun Shrimp
  • Favorite inspirational quote: “In a world where you can be anything, be yourself.”
  • Favorite exercise or sport to keep fit: Running
  • My Best Beauty Tip: No such thing as too much volume!

Denise Cardenas

Makeup Artists

Denise Cardenas

Makeup Artists

  • I received my professional license in:  2013
  • I started BSB  in: January 2018
  • My hometown: San Diego, CA
  • My "Claim to Fame: I can make any canvas into beautiful art, and your eyes pop like never before!  
  • Favorite drink at Starbucks: Soy Chai Tea Latte
  • Favorite OPI color: Mod about you
  • Favorite inspirational quote: "Stay focused on your own vision"
  • Favorite exercise or sport to keep fit: Hot yoga and Hiking
  • My Best Beauty Tip: Water is your best friend!

Sara Lowther

Hair Stylist

Sara Lowther

Hair Stylist

  • I received my professional license in:  2004
  • I started BSB  in: February 2018
  • My hometown: Ridgeland, SC
  • My "Claim to Fame”: Precision. I take my time to get it just right.
  • Favorite drink at Starbucks: Java Chip Frappuccino
  • Favorite OPI color: Lincoln Park After dark
  • Favorite inspirational quote: “Pay attention, it’s free!”
  • Favorite exercise or sport to keep fit: Softball and Volleyball
  • My Best Beauty Tip: Less is more!

Tabatha White

Makeup Artists

Tabatha White

Makeup Artists

  • I received my professional license in:  March 2017
  • I started BSB  in: May 2017
  • My hometown: Laurens, SC
  • My "Claim to Fame”: I have an eye for mixing custom foundation shades. Perfect match, every time!
  • Favorite drink at Starbucks: Peppermint Mocha (so much espresso!)
  • Favorite OPI color: Tiramisu for Two
  • Favorite inspirational quote: “When you take risks you find that there will be times when you succeed and there will be times when you fail, and both are equally important.”
  • Favorite exercise or sport to keep fit:  CrossFit
  • My Best Beauty Tip: Crest White Strips are the best thing since sliced bread. Don't sleep in your makeup. Smile, always!
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