Irma Chaerunisyah turned a lifelong interest in makeup into a profession that now supports her family. At 41, she is a single parent living in Cileungsi, Bogor, with her five children and a parent. What began as a personal passion has become her primary source of income and a growing business supported by two assistants.

Irma first began exploring makeup artistry in 2016. She had enjoyed makeup since she was young, so she studied independently and attended seminars and workshops whenever possible. One of the most important opportunities came in 2020, when she joined makeup training organized by Yayasan Inspirasi Indonesia Membangun, or YIIM, and PT Insight Investments Management in partnership with Revlon.

The program strengthened Irma’s technique and encouraged her to pursue professional work with greater confidence. She began offering services gradually within her local community. Her first bridal makeup assignment paid Rp500,000 and provided valuable experience, portfolio material, and word-of-mouth promotion.

Irma continued learning rather than treating the first success as a destination. Her client base expanded beyond her neighborhood to Jakarta, Bogor, Depok, Tangerang, Bekasi, and Yogyakarta. In addition to working independently, she regularly receives assignments through vendors and traditional performance studios.

Her schedule now includes makeup for four or five bridal clients each month, along with more than 10 graduation clients during active periods. Irma reported an average monthly net income of Rp10 million, making makeup artistry the main livelihood supporting her household.

Business growth has also allowed her to work with two assistants. Their support helps Irma manage larger workloads and serve clients across a wider area while maintaining the quality that built her reputation.

Irma’s progress demonstrates how technical training, persistence, and continuous practice can turn an informal skill into a sustainable profession. She hopes to keep developing her artistic ability and grow the business even further.

Clients interested in Irma’s makeup services can visit @zafana_makeup on Instagram or contact 0812-9720-3896.