Stephanie Bennett
Laurelton,NY
Summary
Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in The Beauty Industry and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions in any role applied.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Makeup Artist/Esthetician
MAC Cosmetics
- Conducted consultations to understand client's desired outcome and assessed skin type and face structure.
- Maintained full stock of inventory and properly sanitized makeup tools to avoid spread of infection.
- Provided clients with personalized skincare recommendations to support maintenance of healthy skin.
- Delivered customized makeup looks for over 50 clients monthly across diverse special occasions.
- Organized educational sessions on daily makeup and skincare.
- Built strong and lasting rapport with clients through consistent delivery of requested services and exceptional results.
- Scheduled onsite and offsite makeup appointments
- Kept up-to-date with style industry standards, trends and techniques to provide optimal aesthetics services to every client.
- Achieved consistent positive feedback by focusing on clients'' individual needs and preferences.
- Assisted clients in selecting the appropriate products for their skin types, elevating their overall experience.
- Demonstrated and explained use of different beauty products to educate customers.
Founder, Operator
Spotted Giraffe Cosmetics
01.2020 - Current
- Led the strategic planning process to define business goals and ensure alignment across all departments.
- Championed continuous improvement efforts within the organization, streamlining operations for increased efficiency.
- Created and monitored promotional approaches to increase sales and profit levels.
- Conducted target market research to scope out industry competition and identify advantageous trends.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations while maintaining ethical business practices at all times.
- Developed strong partnerships with key industry players, contributing to an increased market presence.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction, providing exceptional service and promptly addressing inquiries and concerns.
- Achieved sustainability goals, implementing eco-friendly practices that also reduced operating costs.
- Enhanced customer experience with introduction of user-friendly online platform.
- Cultivated client relationships to enhance customer loyalty and drive repeat business.
- Analyzed financial reports to identify trends and inform strategic decision-making.
Education
Associate In Fashion Buying And Merchandising - Fashion Buying And Merchandising
Herkimer County College
Herkimer, NYEsthetics - Study of Skin Care And Skin Disorders
Long Island Nail And Skincare Institute
Hicksville, NYSkills
- Scheduling and appointment management
- Customized treatment plans
- Client relationship building
- Professional communication
- Sales and upselling
- Facial massage techniques
- Aromatherapy
- Dependable and responsible
- Multitasking Abilities
- Creative thinking
- Skincare product sales
- Safety protocols
- Product knowledge
- Body treatments
- Guest services expertise
Accomplishments
In 2024 Spotted Giraffe Cosmetics collaborated with Saratoga Family Shelter and was able to donate over 500 essential items to Men Women and Children in my community.
Successfully started a Herbal Skin Care company “Spotted Giraffe Cosmetics” in 2020 and created a herb infused moisturizer that helps relieve and heal skin conditions, such as eczema as well as helps with smoothing texture and helping with discolorations.
Certification
- Esthetics/Asthetics
- Certified In AHA / BHA Chemical
Peels - Certified in Cosmetic Laser Hair
- Removal
- Aesthetic and Wellness By Cures
- Sinus Facial Relief
- Root Cause for Skin And Body
- Lash Technician
Languages
Patios
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Founder, Operator
Spotted Giraffe Cosmetics
01.2020 - Current
- Esthetics/Asthetics
- Certified In AHA / BHA Chemical
Peels - Certified in Cosmetic Laser Hair
- Removal
- Aesthetic and Wellness By Cures
- Sinus Facial Relief
- Root Cause for Skin And Body
- Lash Technician
Certified Makeup Artist/Esthetician
MAC Cosmetics
Associate In Fashion Buying And Merchandising - Fashion Buying And Merchandising
Herkimer County College
Esthetics - Study of Skin Care And Skin Disorders
Long Island Nail And Skincare Institute
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