Lilvana Mutuku

Licensed ITEC esthetician with professional training in advanced facial treatments, electrical facial equipment, and customized skincare solutions.

Background in freelance makeup artistry and beauty retail, offering strong product knowledge, client care, and consultation skills. Passionate about delivering hygienic, results-focused, and confidence-building skincare treatments.

Student Esthetician - Nordic International Beauty & Training Centre - Dubai

(2025-01 - 2025-12)

• Performed professional skin analysis and created customized facial treatment plans.
• Delivered facials, extractions, chemical peels, and enzyme peels under clinical supervision.
• Operated advanced facial equipment including galvanic, microcurrent, high frequency, microdermabrasion, vacuum, and faradic machines.
• Maintained strict hygiene, sanitization, and safety protocols.
• Educated clients on home-care routines and product usage.
• Strengthened client consultation, confidence building, and professional communication skills.

Founder (Head of Business Development) - UBORA BEAUTY - Nairobi, Kenya

(2018-01 - 2021-12)

Online beauty retail store offering makeup and skincare products while promoting freelance makeup services.

• Sold and marketed makeup and skincare products through digital platforms.
• Advised clients on product selection based on skin type and concerns.
• Built strong product knowledge across multiple cosmetic and skincare brands.
• Managed customer inquiries, orders, and after-sales service.
• Promoted makeup services and beauty content through social media marketing.
• Developed strong understanding of beauty trends and consumer preferences.
• Strengthened business, branding, and client relationship management skills.

Freelance Makeup Artist - Self-employed - Nairobi, Kenya

(2017-09 - 2020-03)

• Provided professional makeup services for events, photoshoots, and personal clients.
• Performed skin preparation and product matching based on skin type and tone.
• Maintained high hygiene and sanitation standards for all tools and products.
• Built loyal client relationships through professionalism and consistency.
• Developed strong consultation, communication, and service delivery skills.

Property Manager Assistant - Portbell Investments - Nairobi, Kenya

(2020-08 - 2024-12)

• Collected rent and adjusted rent levels annually based on market conditions and property location.
• Managed tenant relationships to promote long tenancy durations and attract new tenants.
• Maintained accurate financial and property records.
• Conducted inspections to ensure safety and compliance.

Finance Department Intern - Ernst & Young (EY) - Nairobi, Kenya

(2015-07 - 2015-11)

• Part of a team that Conducted financial and operational due diligence by preparing investment memorandums, discussing investment rationales and strategizing for business post-closing for Mumias Sugar Company.
• Used spreadsheets and financial system tools to assist in analysis.
• Completed general administration tasks, proactively helping colleagues where needed.

Beauty Therapy Diploma - Beauty Therapy - The Nordic International Beauty & Training Centre (2025-12)

Bachelor of Science - Finance - United States International University (USIU) (2024-11)

High School Diploma - Mount Laverna Girls' Secondary School (2011-11)