When Lillian, founder of iGlamor Bar, was a young girl growing up in the Bronx, her Dominican mother ensured she learned hair styling—a common tradition in many Dominican families. Despite this skill, Lillian often felt like the “ugly duckling.” Without sisters and struggling to find her place as an unpopular child in school, she turned to movies and dress-up for solace, idolizing glamorous actresses. She loved experimenting with her mother’s makeup, though her early attempts often left her face a playful mess.

Determined to transform her self-image, Lillian became fascinated with beauty and devoted herself to learning the art of glamour. By the time she graduated from Hunter College in 2006 with a BA in psychology, the rise of YouTube makeup tutorials had taken the internet by storm. Inspired, she practiced relentlessly, honing her skills every day. Her dedication led to the creation of her blog, iGlamor Bar, in 2010, where she shared her passion for beauty, skincare, fashion, and all things GLAM.

Initially working in the social services field after college, Lillian discovered that while she loved serving people, the bureaucracy and red tape left her unfulfilled. Realizing her true passion lay in beauty, she made a bold decision to attend beauty school. This step marked the beginning of her journey into the world of esthetics, culminating in the creation of iGlamor Bar, where she now empowers others to feel confident and beautiful.