Ktura Kay's passion and love for all things glam came at a young age of 4 years old. Ktura would beg her mother to put lipstick on her and that's where it all began.
Her journey in the fashion and beauty world kicked-off when she was 8 years old when she researched, discovered, & later entered the world of modeling. Ktura was apart of modeling and talent agencies such as Millie Lewis and Barbizon Modeling. However, she wanted to do more than take pictures and walk the runway. She wanted a feel for the behind the scenes action as well.
Drawn to the glamorous life Ktura began finding her talent for makeup artistry. She searched for video tutorials on Youtube to perfect her craft and learn new tips and tricks. There she was introduced to a whole new world of makeup lovers like herself. These ladies not only inspired her, but they gave her the idea of possibly being able to create her own channel one day.
Ktura became her friends' "personal makeup artist" in high school and would practice what she learned from Youtube on them. As time passed, she built enough skills and was confident enough to interview at Makeup Art Cosmetics (MAC), one of the largest makeup companies in the world. Six months after getting the job as a freelancer with MAC, Ktura applied for a permanent position and was ecstatic when she was chosen. Ktura has received several MAC Certifications to date as well.
Ktura always thought about creating her own Youtube channel, but she wanted everything to be perfect before she began. She eventually purchased the equipment and decided to give it a shot.
Her channel ”Ktura Kay,” started when she posted her first video on her infamous curly-hawk and the natural community loved it. She has been featured on numerous natural hair sites such as Natural Hair Mag, Naturally Curly, and Hype Hair Magazine. While achieving her college degrees, Ktura continued posting Youtube videos and remains consistent with her channel and now has over 1 million views.
After leaving MAC Cosmetics, Ktura created her very own makeup artistry business, glamming up clients for weddings, proms, and other special occasions. She also displays her makeup creativity by showcasing her looks and working with top brands like COVERGIRL, Urban Decay, NYX, Juvia’s Place, Too Faced, Benefit Cosmetics, Buxom Cosmetics, DermaE, Dermalogicia and Pixi Beauty; just to name a few.
Recently launching her own press-on nail line, Pretty K’ture LLC; shows another one of Ktura’s many talents. From basic sets to full ‘bust down” bling these are not your grandma’s press-ons honey!
With travel being another one of Ktura’s passions, she also made her way into the travel industry as an influencer. She currently embarks on epic journeys around the world; with majority of them being solo adventures. Ktura wants you to travel too, which led her to become a certified independent travel agent and owner of Miles of Melanin LLC; providing people (specifically women), of color to experience the world.
Working hard to fulfill your dreams are very important to Ktura. The word "can't" is rarely used in her vocabulary. Being a young entrepreneur, solo traveller, super aunt and member of the United States Air Force; Ktura believes that slaying them with success is the only option.
They say if your dreams don't scare you then they aren't big enough, although her dreams are big Ktura is still a firm believer that "The lord is my helper, I will not fear. What can man do to me?" -Hebrews 13:6