Juanita Diaz has become one of the most respected and in demand names in makeup. She has traveled the world to work with international stars and drawn inspiration from unique cultures encountered along the way.
Blessed with the dexterity and adeptness of a master painter, her wide scope has enabled her to perform magic on some of the most prominent names in the entertainment industry, such as: Clay Aiken, Mary J. Blige, Rosario Dawson, Sarah “Fergie†Ferguson, Lauryn Hill, Lenny Kravitz, Rosie Perez, Estella Warren and Tiger Woods.A denizen of Manhattan, Juanita's work has graced the pages of numerous publications, including: Cosmopolitan, Entertainment Weekly, Maxim, Ocean Drive, Rolling Stone, Savoy, Teen People and W. Her creative output has also been featured on television networks: Fox, MTV and Univision, among others.After attending New York’s prestigious Fashion Institute of Technology, Juanita served as an apprentice to three of the world's most renowned makeup artists: Sonia Kashuk, Vincent Longo and Linda Mason.Juanita continues to improve her craft by being on the cutting edge of natural beauty techniques through constant education. She graduated from the Learning Institute for Beauty Sciences in 2002 and the Institute for Integrative Nutrition in 2005. Furthermore, Juanita is currently expanding her knowledge of skin care at the esteemed Christine Valmy International School of Esthetics, under a scholarship program.Juanita spends her free time volunteering at a shelter for domestically abused women. She is a member of the Rainforest Coalition and is also an advocate for the protection of animal rights. ...