Confidence And Connection With Corissa Ivory

Corissa Ivory’s love for makeup began with her grandmother’s beauty wisdom, transforming simple tips into a lifelong passion. What started as a young girl playfully picking up a brush soon became the spark for a thriving career.  

Now, as the proud owner of Funk It Up, she’s turning confidence into an art form, helping others look and feel their best every day.

“When I started doing my own makeup, my Nanna made sure I knew how to apply my makeup appropriately for work. She purchased me all the products…and I’ve loved the transformation makeup can create ever since.”

Corissa finds great fulfilment in enhancing her clients' beauty and building connections along the way.

“Every woman has their own sense of challenge or struggle that they’re facing, and if you can relate or offer support, it builds an honest connection. It’s so important that women don’t lose that.”

Corissa believes that every woman has something valuable to teach, and instead of just one role model, she draws inspiration from each woman she meets.

“Whether it’s business owners, mums or teenagers – everyone’s got a cool story that’s inspiring, and it’s amazing what you can discover in 45 minutes doing someone’s makeup.”

She even jokes that her eyebrow appointments are full of great conversations, with meaningful chats unfolding in just 20 minutes.
 
“It’s really all about that connection. Every female I come into contact with inspires me in some way.”

Corissa says that true success in the beauty industry comes from focusing on the clients, not the industry itself. She encourages others to prioritise meeting clients’ needs and making them feel welcome, comfortable, and beautiful, rather than just being driven by products or trends.

“You just need to have a passion for making people feel good.”

Corissa’s pride and joy is her son, Logan, who inspires her every day with his ambition and impressive achievements, including his involvement with the Mackay Youth Council and the Young Mayors Program.  

“He’s kicking goals I couldn’t even imagine at his age,” Corissa says with a proud mum smile.  

When she's not in the salon, Corissa enjoys unwinding with a good book or exploring nature with Logan, always finding balance and joy in both her personal and professional life.

A beauty product you can’t live without?

“My Harlotte Eyebrow Threesome or Modelrock Brow powder…and an angle brush.”

Favourite destination or place to be?

“I love going for day trips to Finch Hatton Gorge for a peaceful bushwalk with my son.”

What’s your mid-arvo pick-me-up routine?

“When I need a break or a reset, I just go for a walk outside to clear my head and get some fresh air.”


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Instagram: @ Funk it Up Makeup

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