ABOUT NADIRA
Nadira V Persaud is a highly sought-after creative polymath, Make-up Artist, Beauty Expert, Educator, Author and Menopause Wellness Practitioner, recognised for her distinct signature style and creative vision. Since training at the London College of Fashion in the early 1990s, Nadira has tenaciously forged a varied career, harmonising her creative, educational and entrepreneurial strengths. Her consistency over more than 30 years is reflected in an enviable portfolio spanning the worlds of beauty, fashion, advertising, the arts, music, film and television, alongside regular contributions to magazines, websites and digital platforms.
In recent years, Nadira's colourful career has evolved to include lecturing, presenting, consulting and mentoring across the UK, the Middle East and Asia. With her intuitive approach to beauty and wellbeing, she has also embraced roles as a Brand Ambassador for several global cosmetics brands, while expanding her work into holistic wellbeing as a qualified Menopause Wellness Practitioner. Alongside this, Nadira has supported charities including Look Good Feel Better and previously served as Make-up Advisor to The Katie Piper Foundation.
Nadira's philosophy centres on enhancing natural beauty while recognising the powerful connection between appearance, confidence, health and lifestyle. Her holistic approach empowers people to look and feel their best at every stage of life.
Passionate about sharing her expertise, Nadira is a constant source of inspiration for aspiring make-up artists, students and the many professionals she has mentored throughout her career. As a lecturer, educator and industry specialist, she combines practical experience with extensive product, brand and skincare knowledge through bespoke beauty sessions, workshops and educational programmes for both individuals and groups.
Further demonstrating her passion for education and innovation, Nadira became a published author with Press Here! FACE WORKOUTS FOR BEGINNERS (Quarto Publishing/Fair Winds Press), released in the UK, USA, Canada, Australia and New Zealand in 2020. She has also developed her own range of professional beauty tools, reflecting her commitment to helping people achieve confidence through beauty, education and wellbeing.
