Riitta Saukkonen has worked as a freelance make-up artist for Casa Gracet Ltd, a professional cosmetic and equipment distribution company, in Helsinki, Finland, since 2002.
Her role as make-up educator and salon consultant, along with her large involvement in various trade shows, has lead her to become a sought-after educator at several local Beauty & Esthetic Schools, Make-up Academies and Camera Club Photography School. Additionally she has participated in several international hair competitions as the head of make-up, earning results in the top five on many occasions.
In 2007 Riitta set up her own shop and salon, Skyrider Make-Up Bar, in the heart of Helsinki City. Riitta is a vivacious and energetic professional always ready for a new challenge.