Unfortunately, I cannot recommend this business to other brides-to-be in the DMV area and I disagree with other reviews. Monica was my makeup artist for my wedding, which happened on September 3, 2017. She was picked 10 months in advance and was paid in full before the wedding date (BIG MISTAKE...Brides, don't ever do this). I had a rather large wedding party with seven bridesmaids who needed make-up along with my mother, mother in law, and myself. The artist and I communicated a schedule and I even paid extra for her assistant. However, my biggest fear happened when Monica and her assistant showed up OVER 2 HOURS LATE! When Monica did show up, she told us she had another event that morning (who schedules another event on a Sunday morning before 8am when she is due for another wedding?) that ran late but she would call 2 other assistants to get us back on schedule. Needless to say, they never showed up. As a result, the entire wedding day was off schedule and we ended up having to rush through the photography and reception; vendors who were on time and paid to do a job within a scheduled amount of time. That meant less memories would be recorded, less dances and fellowship with my husband, family and friends, some of whom flew thousands of miles for this moment, and an overall feeling of rushing throughout the day (which ultimately brings out the bridezilla that no one, including you, wants to see). Afterwards, there was no follow up and there was NEVER AN APOLOGY. Lastly, I'll comment re: the makeup itself. The trial makeup was great. I loved it. I thought my bridesmaids looked great, too. However, the day of my makeup had a very yellow-ey tint to it, which I expressed to her and she said the makeup needed to set in...I have no idea what that means or how it would make it appear less yellow. In photos, my face looked a different color from my neck and under my eyes looked cakey, which I also hate. Also, her "makeup kit" that I was supposed to take with me for touch-ups throughout the day was some powder dumped in a plastic baggie with a couple small brushes. Tacky. I never followed up with her and I am only writing this now because I was asked by one of my vendors to provide information about my other vendors for an online feature. Even now, it makes me pretty angry and disappointed to recount how I was treated on one of the most important days of my life. I just don't understand how one woman could do that to another on their wedding day. Do yourself a favor, do not book this business for your wedding, especially if you have a larger wedding party. It's clear that she couldn't handle the task or adhere to a schedule. read more

Unfortunately, I cannot recommend this business to other brides-to-be in the DMV area and I disagree with other reviews. Monica was my makeup artist for my wedding, which happened on September 3, 2017. She was picked 10 months in advance and was paid in full before the wedding date (BIG MISTAKE...Brides, don't ever do this). I had a rather large wedding party with seven bridesmaids who needed make-up along with my mother, mother in law, and myself. The artist and I communicated a schedule and I even paid extra for her assistant. However, my biggest fear happened when Monica and her assistant showed up OVER 2 HOURS LATE! When Monica did show up, she told us she had another event that morning (who schedules another event on a Sunday morning before 8am when she is due for another wedding?) that ran late but she would call 2 other assistants to get us back on schedule. Needless to say, they never showed up. As a result, the entire wedding day was off schedule and we ended up having to rush through the photography and reception; vendors who were on time and paid to do a job within a scheduled amount of time. That meant less memories would be recorded, less dances and fellowship with my husband, family and friends, some of whom flew thousands of miles for this moment, and an overall feeling of rushing throughout the day (which ultimately brings out the bridezilla that no one, including you, wants to see). Afterwards, there was no follow up and there was NEVER AN APOLOGY. Lastly, I'll comment re: the makeup itself. The trial makeup was great. I loved it. I thought my bridesmaids looked great, too. However, the day of my makeup had a very yellow-ey tint to it, which I expressed to her and she said the makeup needed to set in...I have no idea what that means or how it would make it appear less yellow. In photos, my face looked a different color from my neck and under my eyes looked cakey, which I also hate. Also, her "makeup kit" that I was supposed to take with me for touch-ups throughout the day was some powder dumped in a plastic baggie with a couple small brushes. Tacky. I never followed up with her and I am only writing this now because I was asked by one of my vendors to provide information about my other vendors for an online feature. Even now, it makes me pretty angry and disappointed to recount how I was treated on one of the most important days of my life. I just don't understand how one woman could do that to another on their wedding day. Do yourself a favor, do not book this business for your wedding, especially if you have a larger wedding party. It's clear that she couldn't handle the task or adhere to a schedule. read more

Monica saved the day! With less than three weeks to go before the wedding, my cousins and I (who were all bridesmaids in another cousin's wedding), were dropped by a makeup artist who decided last minute that she did not have time to do our makeup. It was then that we discovered Monica, and her beautiful makeup artistry! Monica definitely exceeded our expectations! She was extremely professional from beginning to end (very accessible and open to questions), and made the whole experience pleasant. On the day of the wedding, she arrived on-time, and ready to work. Not only did she get all of us taken care of quickly, but her work was stunning! The makeup was so natural (which is big for me, personally, because I typically do not wear makeup), and garnered ENDLESS compliments from all of our family, as well as the bride! We're all so grateful that she was able to take us on such short notice! We absolutely will be using her for future events! If you want to look flawless for your special day, and avoid the hassles and headaches that come with non-professional small businesses, Blessed & Beautiful By Monica is the way to go! She will not disappoint! read more

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Impeccable artistry!! I am a repeat customer...I use Monica every time that I need a MUA. I'm very picky about my makeup and my face is very sensitive. I have never had an issue. She's very professional, timely and pays attention to detail. No other MUA will touch my face as long as she's around. The makeup last all day long with very few touch ups needed. Here is a picture of my face after 8 hours... read more

Blessed & Beautiful By Monica - Makeup Artists Near Me

Excellent and professional service. Monica did my make up for my wedding 10/16/16. When I saw my face I was shocked. I looked like an angelic queen. Just as I wanted. My pictures came out beautiful!!!! I highly recommend Monica. read more

Blessed & Beautiful By Monica - Makeup Artists Near Me

Monica, wanted to Thank you again for your Outstanding service. My daughter and I received sooooo many compliments regarding our faces! You are definitely one of the Best Make-up Artist in the DMV area. read more

Love this business! Thank you for everything you do! Whatever you need, you can get all of your beauty needs met here! The owner is very accommodating, trendy, classy and professional! Clothes, makeup, hair...all around fashion fun with a twist of edge, class and up to date trending attire and products! read more

Monica performed her makeup artistry for me and my bridal party in April 2016..When I first contacted her she was professional, welcoming and honest about her work as well as her passion when explaining her commitment to her clients.She helped me to create a timeline to complete me and my bridal party makeup,gave helpful tips and advice on skin care leading up to my wedding day and was always available to answer questions when we called.Monica made payments convenient and easy for us all.She showed up on time and ready to start our makeup and when she was done it was magical..I was never big on makeup and she listened to my concerns and explained everything.I will never forget when I first looked in the mirror.I wanted to cry at the beautiful job she did.She exceeded my expectations and I plan to use her services again! read more

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Just to show how wonderful things work out for folks who are doing things correctly and who show respect and dignity. God will show up. One of my good girlfriends had her make up done for a photo shoot for the cover of her published book a few years ago. I did not know Monica at all, in fact I never heard of her. My girlfriend look absolutely magnificent for her book cover. Let me just say, my girlfriend, is critical with a heart, however, she will not mix her words. A couple of years later, my daughter was planning her wedding and we were on the hunt for a makeup artist. I did not remember the name Monica, nor did I contact my girlfriend about her. In fact, I truthfully forgot about it. Me, being the Mother of the Bride, I had so much on my plate, make up to be honest, was the last thing on my mind. Though it was in the back of my mind. I had a few conversations with my daughter and since she was living in NY at the time and I was in Maryland, we were tossing quite a few things around. I began looking on line for makeup artists in the nearby area. The name "Blessed & Beautiful" popped up. I reached out to the business name on Facebook. I was looking through photos of brides, etc. etc. on her Facebook page and I came across my girlfriend's photos!!! I could not believe it. So I immediately contacted Monica and she called me right away. After the pleasant introductions we had a nice conversation. I went on to tell her the time line, this and such. However, I did tell her I would have my daughter contact her, because the decision is ultimately hers. I called my daughter and she wasted no time contacting Monica. I then called my girlfriend and told her I found Monica. She gave her 100% blessing regarding Monica. With that being said, my daughter give a deposit to Monica and we were on our way. This was done several months before my daughter's July 14, 2017 wedding. March 2017, my daughter had a trial makeup session with Monica. Also that day was her and her fiancé's photo shoot with the photographer for their website photos. My daughter looked absolutely stunning. Monica is clam, professional with a wonderful sense of humor. She is passionate and caring. The day of the wedding was finally upon us . . . 07-14-17. We were all excited. Monica came to our home on time with all of her equipment, makeup, lighting and whatever else she needed. She made up my daughter's maid of honor first and then her bridesmaid, I was next and my daughter was last. She finished according to our time schedule. The weather took a turn and we needed her to go to the venue with us. This was NOT the original plan. She quickly agreed and jumped in the vehicle with the photographer that was with the ladies and off we went to Oxon Hill Manor. She never lost her cool, always remained uplifting and encouraging because we were all a little nervous and excited. She was very well aware of her surroundings and remained professional the entire time. What was so wonderful about my experience with Monica is that we did not all look alike. She made up our faces according to our own face and did not change the look of us; we were all recognizable. No one looked like a clown. Everything blended perfectly. I was concern about my makeup wearing off or needing a touch up during the evening. I asked her to stay, and she would have of course and made extra money. She assured us that we would remain fresh. She did not have to remain. The four of us stayed camera ready the entire evening. All make up applications was completed by 6:30 pm, daughter walked down the aisle at 7:00 pm and her reception begun at 8:00-8:15 pm and everything wrapped up after midnight. We never had to re-touch anything!!! Color was perfect and now that I look back on the photo album and the video, I see how lovely our faces remained through the entire evening, as Monica promised. One thing I remember asking Monica, why did she require full payment before the event? She explained that she's been stiffed more times then she would like to remember. Now circumstances can happen for anyone, as she said, she will happily handle any emergency accordingly. I would beyond a shadow of doubt recommend this young woman, Monica of "Blessed & Beautiful." As a matter of fact I have two upcoming events one this spring, 2017 and another already scheduled for fall 2019. I have Monica locked in. She is a wonderful spirit with a loving heart. Monica is the Bomb.com read more