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Team REI in attendance at the launch of Dominique Symone Beauty. REI continues to develop the next generation of beauty pros. Brands are in good hands.

Congratulations to REI grad Dominique Cheltenham on officially launching her beauty brand "Dominique Symone Beauty". We're super proud of you, Dominique.

We're on a mission! with Fatih Callender photoshoot. Dream team. ⭐

So fierce! REI grad Dominique Symone created this divine look on the ever-gorgeous Katt Rose. Look inspired by the Egyptian goddess Cleopatra.
📸 - Black Water Visuals

We are so excited about the return of the 'Beauty Business Labs', beginning August 2020. A training series for beauty entrepreneurs who are ready to take their businesses to the next level. Register now and receive 10% off your access pass.

Take notes, we teach you how to slay! REI Student Nicola King is killing it in our Pro Artistry beginners class.

- Barbados based Makeup Artist Shonya Ward is a multi-faceted individual with a talent for working on every skin tone. Shonya attended the REI Fashion Academy where she began her journey as a Pro Makeup Artist. During that time, she learned the fundamentals and science of makeup artistry, and received first hand experience into the world of beauty and lifestyle where she began to grow her network and clientele.

With determination and perseverance, Shonya has built her career as a go-to Makeup Artist in just 5 years, serving clients both locally and internationally. She has worked with various brands, commercial productions and shows. Whether it’s everyday glam, bridal, red carpet or editorial work, Shonya's artistry is easily recognizable. Shonya has worked with celebrity clients such as the Caribbean queen Alison Hinds, Trinidad Soca Artist Nailah Blackman and local entertainers; Nikita, Faith Callender, Shanta Prince and Kirk Brown

Shonya’s work has graced the pages of various international publications such as Ellements, Imirage magazine, Elegant, Picton and more. Shonya also travels providing makeup services for revelers playing mas at Carnivals in the Caribbean. She prides herself in her versatility and her style of clean beauty makeup.

We are super proud of you Shonya. Continue to strive for greatness.

Dope AF! 💣 // Who says wearing mask has to be boring? We're in love with this creative shoot starring Mario Best. Makeup by REI grad Dominique Symone, creative direction by Rico Bradshaw. Photographed by Reeko Lynch .

Upgrade your skills and become a pro! We are beyond excited to announce our online training platform is coming soon! Students from all over the world will now have access to take the REI experience anywhere, anytime. Let us guide you to success

So beautiful! Makeup by REI Senior Artist Shonya Ward for this editorial photo shoot.

Model - Brandi Iman
Photography - Visuals x Reeko Lynch

- Born and raised in Barbados, Dominique Symone is an internationally published Makeup Artist and groomer. Her career as a Pro Makeup Artist commenced while attending REI Fashion Academy and then signed to REI Pro Army in 2018.

Dominique is a lover of bold colours and has built a name for herself among her clients as being an extremely skilled and talented artist especially for the carnival season. Dominique's eye for colour and detail afforded her the opportunity to travel and work with Caribbean Soca Queen Alison Hinds. She also worked as a key makeup artist for local beauty shows, corporate and commercial productions. Her work has graced the cover and spreads of international magazines such as Shuba magazine, Essence, Picton and Evon magazine just to name a few.

Dominique not only continues to make an impression in the beauty industry but also has a growing clientele including Miss Universe Jamaica Davina Bennett, Soca Stars Faith Callender, Kirk Browne and Hypa Sounds.

We are super proud of you, Dominique. Continue to strive for greatness.

Register now for our Beginners Makeup Artistry classes commencing July 26th, 2020. For further detail, email us: [email protected]. Let's get you started!