Lydia's services are so amazing that I went back to her for my wedding HMU!! She did my hair and makeup when I was a bridesmaid a couple years ago, and I remember thinking, "If I ever get married, I'm booking her." When I reached out years later, she not only remembered me, but also details from our previous conversations. That level of thoughtfulness immediately reminded me why I wanted to work with her. She's so warm, personable, and genuinely cares about her clients. During my bridal trial, I was amazed by how meticulous she is. She took the time to consider my dresses, makeup and hair preferences, and overall wedding aesthetic, while offering thoughtful recommendations and making small tweaks as we went based on my feedback. She even notices things like whether I was dehydrated or hadn't been getting enough sleep! It's clear she has an incredible eye for detail and wants you to look like the best version of yourself. On the wedding day, Lydia made me feel the most beautiful I had ever felt in my LIFE (I did not want to remove my makeup). Her team also took amazing care of my bridesmaids, mom, MIL, and sister, several of whom were getting professional hair and makeup done for the first time. Everyone looked stunning while still feeling like themselves, and the whole morning was so fun and relaxed thanks to Lydia's positive and calm energy. If you're looking for a talented HMUA who is incredibly detail-oriented, collaborative, and truly invested in making you feel your best, I can't recommend Lydia and her team enough. I'm so grateful they were part of my wedding day and while I hope I only have one wedding, I'll absolutely be looking for any special occasion to be Lydia's makeup canvas again! read more

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I would highly recommend Lydia to anyone looking for a hair and makeup artist for their special day. She is communicative, proactive, and experienced in her craft. It can be difficult deciding what look to go with for your wedding day, but during the trial she took the time to understand my vision and provide the right level of direction and input. She spent the time tweaking the makeup look until it was just right and trying multiple hairstyles to match not only the dress but the overall style and vibe of the wedding. The little details she thinks of are truly what set her apart. After I mentioned I'm a crier, she ordered giant q-tips and hid them in my bouquet just in case, tucked in so seamlessly you couldn't even tell they were there. That kind of thoughtfulness is rare and made me feel so taken care of on one of the most emotionally charged days of my life. She is also just genuinely wonderful to be around. Getting ready on your wedding morning can feel hectic and nerve-wracking, but spending those hours with Lydia felt easy and fun. She has a warmth and energy that instantly puts you at ease, which is exactly what you need when the butterflies are at an all-time high. I looked and felt like the best version of myself, and that confidence carried with me all the way down the aisle. If you're on the fence, consider this your sign to book Lydia. You won't regret it!! read more

It was a pleasure working with Lydia. She is communicative, holds high standards for her craft, and truly enjoys what she does. She delivers results that reflect her clients' needs and personalities. I didn't have too many requirements for her and allowed her to work her magic. She did an excellent job. Her makeup enhanced my features without looking like a mask on my face. I felt beautiful while still feeling like myself. I also appreciated that she incorporated my feedback and made improvements to the makeup after the trial. On the day of the wedding, she arrived on time and provided me with many great tips for preserving the makeup. I also loved the hair she did -- it looked effortless, elegant, and fun. read more

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Working with Lydia was one of the most calming and reassuring parts of my wedding day. From the very beginning, she brought such a warm and empathetic energy that immediately put me at ease. Weddings can be emotional and a little overwhelming, but Lydia was incredibly patient and supportive throughout the entire process. On the morning of the wedding, when nerves naturally kicked in, she didn't just do my makeup beautifully--she actually helped me calm down. Her presence was grounding, thoughtful, and genuinely caring. She took the time to listen, moved at a pace that felt comfortable, and made sure I felt confident and like myself. Beyond her obvious talent, what stood out most was her kindness and emotional intelligence. She understands that the day is about more than makeup--it's about how a bride feels. Thanks to Lydia, I felt relaxed, cared for, and truly ready to enjoy one of the most important days of my life. I couldn't recommend her more highly. read more

I recently had my makeup done by Lydia for my wedding ceremony in October and I couldn't be happier with the result. The makeup was flawless and lasted the entire day! I received so many compliments on how stunning the makeup looked in person and in photos. Lydia started my makeup around 9AM and it held up beautifully even when I got home at midnight. Even my husband, who is very picky, said Lydia did an amazing job! Lydia communicated with me beforehand on the type of look and hairstyle that I want. I only gave Lydia a general preference and Lydia was able to create a look that I wanted/imagined without a trial session. Lydia is truly talented and it shows in the details. Highly recommend anyone looking for an exceptional and skilled makeup artist! Thank you Lydia for the magic you worked on my ceremony day read more

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If you're looking for someone who is not only incredibly talented but also genuinely cares about making your special day perfect, hire Lydia for your makeup needs! Her professionalism, creativity, and attention to detail are unmatched. She did my hair and makeup for my wedding day, and I couldn't be happier with the results. Lydia creates a calm and soothing atmosphere that makes the entire experience enjoyable and stress-free! We had our trial about a month before the wedding, and Lydia came to my house, which was incredibly convenient. The session lasted around 3-4 hours, during which we finalized the look I wanted for my big day. Lydia was able to bring my vision to life, and I loved how everything stayed in place. On the wedding day, Lydia arrived bright and early at 4 AM to start my hair and makeup. Thanks to the adjustments we discussed during the trial, she perfectly recreated the look I envisioned. She took her time prepping my skin, ensuring everything was hydrated before applying makeup. Despite the early hour, I felt relaxed throughout the process. Lydia's calming presence made it easy to address any concerns I had before we began. For the morning ceremony, she styled my hair in an elegant updo, then returned later to transform it into a half-up, half-down style for the reception. I truly appreciated her willingness to come back and make sure everything looks good! Her team also did my mom and sister's makeup and they look fantastic as well. Thank you Lydia for doing my hair and makeup so perfectly! Trust me--you won't regret having her by your side on your big day! read more

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Lydia was the best choice I could've made for my wedding hair and makeup, and her assistant Lynn was also amazing for my bridesmaids. Lydia did my hair/makeup when I was a bridesmaid for another friend's wedding, so I barely had to think twice once Lydia said she was available for mine! Right off the bat at the trial, Lydia was so warm, friendly, and down-to-earth so she immediately helped me feel so comfortable and at ease with her. Her professionalism and candor, and attention to detail assured me I was in good hands - she noted both of the feedback I gave at the trial and did my hair/makeup perfectly as I wanted (and I mean PERFECTLY) on the big day. I was most astonished that the false lashes she put on me felt like NOTHING (which has never happened to me before with falsies), and my hair and makeup both did not BUDGE even after so much sweat/tears at the ceremony (no AC lol) and 3 hours of intense dancing at the reception. All in all...Lydia is awesome, and went above and beyond to make sure I felt sooo beautiful and confident walking down the aisle & more. She even helped me put on my dress, which was a rental with the corset laced back so it wasn't easy to get into. She hyped me up so much and I'm so grateful to her - without her, the day would not have been the same for sure! Thank you so much Lydia!! read more

I reached out to Lydia after specifically looking for a makeup artist who could do douyin-style makeup. Lydia was great from the get-go, assuring me that she could do the style, and even asked for pictures of my face to confirm that the makeup style would suit me before proceeding. I booked her to do my makeup and hair for an engagement shoot, as well as my hair and makeup for the big day. I also booked makeup and hair for 7 members of the bridal party (4 bridesmaids/MOH, mother/MIL, and sister of the groom). 1. Lydia and her team are amazing! The vibes were always great, and they are fun and interesting to talk to. They made us feel very comfortable, and we never felt rushed or rude when asking for touch-ups. 2. Their makeup skills are top-notch. Our makeup lasted the entire night, through eating, dancing, and even the after party. I got SO MANY compliments, and so did my bridal party. Lydia is great at taking feedback, and providing options and suggestions to achieve the vibe that I was going for. Her expertise really shines through, especially when recommending products and techniques. She's highly adaptable to feedback and comments, and never makes you feel like a burden 3. My hair was beautifully styled, and also lasted the whole night. I provided my own hair accessories for myself and the bridal party, and they all stayed put until we wanted them to come out. I'd highly recommend Lydia and her team to anyone looking for a makeup or hair artist! read more

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First of all, Lydia is very nice, easy to get along with, and friendly! Here are the details: -I appreciate that she tested her products on my hydrated skin, decided the products weren't mixing well, and asked me to wash my face so she could apply a hydrating serum that she knew would go well with her products! -Lydia asked to see the photographer's portfolio because she wanted to match the makeup style with the photography style (aka warm toned, etc) -Makeup is very heavy in person, which made me feel insecure/shy (I'm not used to makeup), BUT I understand this type of makeup is necessary for photo shoots and Lydia DELIVERED. The makeup looks great in the photos and doesn't look heavy at all! It looks very natural! -Lydia applied one set of false eyelashes, decided she didn't like them, and applied a new set! It was nice that she was willing to waste a pair of eyelashes if they did not fit her artistic vision -Eyebrows: not a fan of how they were extended to look longer. Face front, it looks fine, but from the side/profile view, I think it looks a bit goofy. I didn't have a mirror in front of me during the process so I wasn't sure how it was going. I think having a mirror or regular checks would've been helpful for me so I could express what I liked/wanted more. This isn't Lydia's fault; my space didn't have a mirror and I didn't ask to go look into the mirror. I think if I communicated my own tastes/style preferences more, I would've been more satisfied with the overall look. -Crunching for time: Lydia let me know she would be around 30 minutes late, so I pushed back the photography session 30mins too. However, I don't think we had enough time because at the end, we did a very quick pulled back hairstyle and it was not my favorite, but I felt that we didn't have enough time to redo it. However, the hair was done in less than 10 minutes and still looks good in the photographs, so even though I didn't give any input on the hairstyle, I just placed my trust in Lydia and it worked out! Additionally, I have wavy hair, so I let Lydia know I was concerned about the hair coming out of place, and girl sprayed me down with hairspray. The style stayed in place the entire shoot! Overall, it was a good experience! read more

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I felt like I made a new friend! :D Lydia is simply amazing. She is dedicated to her work, attentive, genuine, and has a calming presence. During the trial, she made sure to ask about my preferences and explained her approach/suggestions. I normally do not wear makeup and hoped to have a more natural look--she was spot on and I was extremely happy with the preview. One thing that stood out to me during the trial and wedding day was that we had actual conversations. It didn't feel like small talk to just get the work done. She often gave me tips about how to start doing my makeup, how to care for my hair, and much more. I felt like we had lots of fun. I rarely do makeup so I get extremely twitchy. She wasn't judgemental about it, instead, I felt like we were friends laughing at something silly. Overall, it was just chill, stress-free, and wows--great vibes all around. So what are you waiting for? I highly recommend Lydia to save the day! read more

My sister hired Lydia to do her makeup and hair along with our family members for her wedding. Lydia was a pleasure to work with as she listened to what we were comfortable with and achieving a look that we would like. I really enjoyed that she was a pleasure to talk to and even recommended products for future use. During our sessions she made sure I was comfortable while she was applying makeup and doing hair and made sure that we were on schedule to make it to the venue on time! The hair stayed looking amazing the entire day and the make up held pretty well with minimal maintenance (just powder touch up)! It was a pleasure to work with her! read more

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Lydia helped me with our "engagement" photoshoot (a delayed session due to the pandemic) and I loved it so much, I decided to have Lydia help with our wedding hair and makeup as well. I loved having Lydia (and Francis) support us on our special day. The make up was light and natural which is what I wanted! For our wedding celebration, I was hesitant to put my hair up as I don't like to be too proper. But Lydia styled it beautifully. It was up but still very fun. I would love to have Lydia support us again for other occasions! If you want someone who is fun and professional, Lydia is your person! read more

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I'm SO HAPPY that I found Lydia I am very picky about my makeup and for the longest time I was going to do my own makeup for my big day. Thank goodness I found Lydia on ig, I contacted her immediately and right after our trial i knew I found THE ONE :) Not only did she know exactly what I wanted, she was also super fun to work with (now I'm a little sad that my wedding is over and I don't get to see her as much!) My makeup stayed in tact for the entire day (even after a lot of happy tears) and I got so many compliments on my hair as well. If you are looking for a HMUA who listens to what you want and gets your the style you are most comfortable with, look no further!! read more

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Lydia did my hair and makeup for both my trial/engagement shoot and wedding! I had a great experience on both days with her - she's easy to talk to, brings calm energy, and is open to feedback and collaborating with you! Makeup trial/engagement shoot: Lydia does the makeup trial at your home, which is convenient and relaxing. I prepared a few inspo pics and I appreciated her honest feedback on what she thought would look good and what she thought would bring out my features more (or less). She also wanted to make sure my engagement look was different from my wedding look (which I hadn't even thought of) and intentionally styled my hair differently. She's very easy to talk to and I enjoyed chatting with her. As someone who doesn't wear makeup often, I was curious and asked her a lot of questions along the way and she was very easygoing and explained what she was doing. I scheduled my engagement photos the same day as my makeup trial, but the week of the shoot it was very cold and our photographer recommended pushing it out by a week. Lydia was really accommodating and allowed me to reschedule the makeup trial on short notice. It was still super windy the day we took photos, but my makeup and hair held up (as much as it could!). Wedding: Lydia showed up on time (so important for starting the day right!) and brought the calm presence I needed to start the day. I appreciate that she spends a lot of time applying skincare to your face before applying foundation. I think that made a huge difference in my skin texture and the makeup staying on. I had some feedback on my eyeliner and hair and Lydia was patient in incorporating that in. We ended up running late that day (for various reasons), but Lydia stayed longer to help with finishing touches after I put on my dress. Covering up scratches and scars: The day of the wedding I woke up with scratches on my neck (I think a byproduct of a slight allergic reaction) and Lydia helped cover it up so it wouldn't show up in pictures, but also not look too caked on in person. A few months prior, I had also burned my wrist and it left a scar. Lydia was able to conceal it so it wouldn't show up in photos - really appreciated her work on both my neck and wrist! Good to know: I've been to weddings where the makeup artists gave us touch-up kits, so I asked Lydia for one but she explained that with the setting spray, touching it up would impact the makeup. While I was a little worried it wouldn't hold if I cried, she was right! My makeup stayed (despite me tearing up multiple times). I would recommend brides preparing a lip gloss or lipstick you can use for touch-ups through the night though. Team: Nikki did hair and makeup for both moms and my sister - they loved their experience with Nikki. She did a great job at making everyone feel and look beautiful! read more

Lydia is a dream artist to work with! If you are a Bay Area bride hire Lydia without any hesitation. She is very professional and a true visionary when it comes to painting beautiful brides. As a performing artist myself, I have worked with several make up artists all over the world from London, New York, Los Angeles, and beyond, Lydia by far has given me the best make up experience I could ask for. She understands East Asian eye shapes better than anyone and it's the first time I have ever worn false eyelashes without immediately having irritated eyes! She will make you look like a delicate, whimsical, goddess and you will not regret hiring her. In fact, it might be one of the best decisions you make for your photoshoot or wedding. Love her and would totally hire her again for another bridal shoot. P.S. she has the sweetest personality! She will totally make you feel at ease during your appointment :) read more

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Where do I begin?!? Lydia was such a dream to work with. She was extremely organized, punctual, VERY talented, and a joy to be around. She made me feel prettier than I have ever felt in my life and did my makeup exactly how I envisioned it. And it lasted all day and night. My friends and I also loved spending time with her all day getting ready :) To top it off, at the last minute as my friends and I were leaving the hotel, our ride cancelled on us, and Lydia was more than happy to take us to the church :) I would recommend her to everyone I know. I'm so happy I found her :) Thank you Lydia!!! read more

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Lydia is AMAZING--timely, professional, and great at what she does! I was looking for last minute hair & makeup for my mother-in-law for a wedding we were attending over the weekend. First, she was one of the few who answers her calls on Thursdays at 11am. She texted me all the details, and I sent her photos of my mother-in-law. She is timely and professional in her texts and communication. She traveled to us in Burlingame, and though I only scheduled makeup, she was kind enough to stay for hair too since we were running behind to stop by a salon in SF on the way. She's also great at hair and makeup! My mother-in-law received so many compliments, which also made her day. Thank you so much Lydia! We're definitely booking you for our next big event! read more

Lydia was incredible! I was super nervous about having my makeup done but Lydia was able to calm my nerves and as a plus, was fun to talk to. She had great recommendations for how I could prepare my skin so that I have the best foundation for the makeup. She was extremely empathetic and responsive to my particular tastes and feedback even though what I was asking for was a little strange and non-standard. I love the way my skin feels even after the makeup is done, several hours later. She managed to make my dry skin look glowing and smooth! read more

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Lydia helped me prepare for my SF city hall wedding recently and she was absolutely wonderful to work with! She took the time to understand my style and personality so I left feeling and looking beautiful. I really cannot say enough great things about this experience, she made me feel totally at ease and she gave us great energy that lasted throughout the day! I would not hesitate to work with her again - I 100% recommend her! read more

We were beyond happy that we hired Lydia for my friend's wedding hair and makeup! She did an amazing job with my friend's (the bride) hair and makeup and it was everything the bride wanted it to be. Lydia is very professional and her tools are very clean and sanitized. Not only does she layered on the makeup beautifully, she is also very knowledgeable in treating the skin first before applying makeup (she got some great tips on treating the skin and also how to color match too), that definitely is the key to making the bride look absolutely flawless during the wedding! Lydia is specialized in doing asian bridal makeup and hairstyling. If you're looking for a makeup artist for your wedding, I would highly recommend checking her out! read more

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Lydia did an amazing job on my wedding hair AND makeup!!! I really love how much she emphasizes prepping your skin before applying the makeup, and even gives you tips on how to care for your skin days before your appointment. I highly recommend booking a trial with her (especially for a wedding!!!) so that you can work together to get the exact look you want. The extra security and feedback is 1000% worth the investment. I'm not used to wearing a lot of makeup and especially not a lot of face makeup/foundation, but she really knows what she's doing and understands how to utilize makeup to not only accentuate your natural features, but to make sure you look BOMB in the hundreds of photos you'll be taking that day (and to make sure the makeup lasts throughout the night!) She's also just a chill, easy, nice person to work with, and I felt comfortable with her immediately. She went above and beyond for me on my wedding day and I'm so thankful to have worked with such an amazing person on one of the most memorable days of my life. Her 5 star reviews are well earned, and after doing tons of research, I truly feel like she's one of the best in the Bay at understanding Asian faces and features. I'd recommend Lydia to all my loved ones in a heartbeat :) read more

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Lydia - absolutely amazing! 11 out of 10 would recommend her skills and services to any bride looking for an HMUA in the Bay Area. I didn't have a set look in mind but plenty of inspo pictures. Lydia was professional, friendly, and very honest about my chosen options & expectations. She took a look at my photos, my dress, and made them work wonderfully together. Both my trial & wedding makeup were wonderful! Despite all the running around and sweating, my hair & makeup made it through the night with amazing longevity. She even reached out afterwards to check how everything went the day of the wedding. Such a fantastic, friendly person and so very talented! She and my mother also got along well, much to my humor. As a reference point - Prior to booking and especially in the height of wedding season, she did answer her emails in about a 5-6 day turnaround. However as my trial and wedding day arrived, Lydia was always on top of communication with same day to 1 day turnaround. Unfortunately, while Lydia was fantastic, her assistant Lynn wasn't quite on her A-game that day. Two members of my bridal party were struggling with their appearance the day of. The biggest issue we faced was the hair. Two had both shown Lynn photos of what they'd like their hair to be and the results left much to be desired. One of them even sensed the struggle Lynn had while trying to attempt the style they chose and offered to pick something more simple, but Lynn said she would be able to do it. My maid of honor, who had gone first in the day, really didn't want to kick a fuss but the more she stared at herself, the more terrible she felt. Her hair was a 2/10 in terms of what she wanted & had shown and her eyeliner was crooked. She's the one I felt the most terrible for in all of this. We had hoped Lydia would be able to fix them but time was running out for all parties. Lydia did try to comfort my MoH and had Lynn fix them both. Lynn's second attempts for each were much better and eyeliner was corrected. The elastic bands & bobby pins were not completely hidden though. Ultimately, I really commend Lydia & Lynn for getting through 7 women's & 1 men's styling in one full morning & afternoon. I know it was very tough and they even worked through their scheduled lunch break provided in the timeline. Lydia was amazing to work with as a bride. If I were to get my makeup done for vow renewals, I'm definitely booking her again! 5/5 for Lydia who was just so amazing all around 4/5 for assistant Lynn who was a champ at 2nd attempts read more

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I found Lydia on instagram and was so immensely glad I did!! I chose her for my wedding which just happened a week ago and I actually did my trial only a few days before my wedding since I'm not local to the Bay Area normally. She is incredibly meticulous in her work, and it is amazing that she actually values taking the time for skincare prep of your face before make up application to help ensure your make up sits well on the skin. This is particularly important for people like me with incredibly dry face skin even when I do my normal skincare and moisturize, so the fact she told me to wash my face right before starting and then proceeds to apply skincare very thoroughly on my face before starting the make up part made me feel good that she understands the needs of people with crusty dry faces! The trial and day of wedding make up she spends 3hrs a session for hair+make up to ensure there is plenty of time to do everything carefully which I love. During the trial day she did the first pass of hair and make up based on some reference photos I had. It was beautiful but I gave her some personal opinions on how it seemed to sit a little dry/caked after a few hours (due to my abnormally dry skin compared to the average person), my preference for a slightly more "Korean" style eye makeup with less dense lashes, and to slightly revise how my bun was tied in the back. She really took all my feedback and made the perfect adjustments for the skin prep, eye make up, and hair on the day of the wedding that matched exactly how I was hoping it'd look and my skin didn't look dry anymore for the whole day. I would say if you have no clue what you want for your face, then just let her work her magic. But if you have specific preferences and skin concerns let her know in advance and she will make it happen and make sure it's addressed! Also a year before my wedding I told her about my skin sensitivity concerns due to my eczema and she screenshotted all the products she used so I could research the ingredients of each one on my own time which I greatly appreciated as well. As a cherry on top Lydia is also the sweetest and most calm person to work with. She is very personable and funny, but she also has a very calming and peaceful presence that doesn't add any stress to the wedding day. She was even kind enough to go with us to the venue to do last minute make up touch ups and went above and beyond to help apply my fashion tape on my wedding dress to help keep it together. Lydia and her team also all speak English, Cantonese, and Mandarin so perfect for your Asian moms and aunties who don't speak English well. I can't recommend Lydia enough, she's truly a treasure and you won't regret picking her for your special day. read more

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Lydia and her team was so incredible, talented, and warm throughout the entire process! From our make up & hair trial to the wedding day, she made me feel so confident and good in my skin - she even provided some recs during our make up & hair trial to ensure that my skin is the best that it can be for the wedding day. I was initially feeling nervous because we had a tight prep schedule but she made sure that we're on track AND I had time to relax during the process. Lydia is so naturally talented at what she does, so look no further for any make up and hair needs you might have! Thank you so much Lydia and I'm so glad I kept in touch with you! read more

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Gotta help out a small business, a young woman with her own dreams as you're trying to fulfill your dream too on that big day! Lydia is helpful and has her own ideas, but definitely not pushy about it. Like all artists trying to make you feel like the queen/princess on your day, it definitely helps to browse profiles and even other people's profiles to see what style you're looking for. You provide Lydia with it and she just gets it, or if she has a better idea she will let you know before she works on it. 3 hours is 3 hours, she doesn't cut corners and works every minute (or more if you don't do a trial). If you're not a big talker or prefer her to focus 100% on your face and hair, she plays your choice of music in the background. She does talk though if you start up the chat. I think it helps with the vision you're going for if she's going to work on you for the big day / portraits you want. It's like communicating to your photographer too. read more

I hired Lydia for my wedding. She is professional, talented, and articulate. I first contacted her via Instagram and I received responses right away. She answered all the questions patiently. I got one of the makeup and hair package, it came with a pre-trial. During the trial, she studied my face features and noticed what makeup suit me the most. I have dry skin. She helped me to apply mask first to reduce dead skin on my face. I have face allergy. She took her time to learn my concerns and got the right product for me. She is very detail-oriented and fully respected my every decision. On my wedding day, she perfectly replicated what I wanted from our trial. Lydia is definitely the best asset for your wedding. read more

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I hired Lydia for hair & makeup for my trial session, city hall wedding ceremony, and wedding reception. I normally don't wear makeup on the daily, so I was relieved to find someone who did a "natural" look and knew how to keep my stubbornly straight Asian hair in curls without an entire bottle of hairspray. Lydia achieved all my dreams! I didn't have to know much about makeup or hair--she asked me a few simple questions and created an elevated version of myself that I loved. Lydia made it so easy by traveling to my home to prepare hair and makeup for me and my family. She was communicative through text (although it might take a day or two because she is in high demand! She works hard!). I knew I could trust her to show up, remember my requests and notes, and complete the job on time. Lydia was very prompt about staying on schedule for all three of our sessions. She also helped create a calm atmosphere for me when things were stressful. I 100% recommend Lydia. Her work speaks for itself, and she's also a sweet person who is a pleasure to be around. Thank you for helping me and my family look and feel beautiful! read more

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Lydia!!! She was hands-down the best hair & makeup artist I could have ever asked for on my wedding day. She went way above and beyond my expectations and truly made me feel and look like the best version of myself! I absolutely fell in love with my bridal look and it was all thanks to her. I have what one might call a "flat Asian face & head shape" lol, so I was extremely particular about how my hair and makeup gets done. I'm forever grateful to have found someone who is an expert at doing a soft/natural glam look on an Asian face and it was such a privilege to have gotten my hair & makeup done by her! From the beginning, she provided product recommendations, advice, and tips all towards helping achieve and maintain a healthy and hydrated skin for the wedding day. When my face was experiencing a severe allergic reaction/hives due to stress only a couple of months prior to the wedding (cue bride panic mode lol), not only did she provide transparency and flexibility in the products she had originally planned to use and offered to use ones that are better fit for sensitive skin, she also gave me updated recommendations to help prep my skin based on my skin condition. And most importantly of all, she was so understanding, patient, and really listened to my needs. She felt like a good friend I could rely on throughout the entire process, and in the end, she made my skin look the healthiest and it has ever looked! The makeup was also the perfect soft-glam look that I dreamt of and it stayed all day long with very minor touch-ups. For my hair, we went for an updo as she suggested after seeing my dress, and it turned out so well! Lydia truly goes above and beyond when it comes to meeting the clients' needs. I also really appreciated that she is just so fun and easy to talk to - it made the entire hair & makeup process fly by so quickly! The morning of the wedding, Lydia and her team even stayed behind later than what I had anticipated to help me get dressed and do minor final touch-ups throughout my bridal shots. Truly a dream artist to work with. If you have the opportunity to book her for your wedding, don't hesitate! She's your gal :) read more

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yes to lydia! incredible makeup artist! ! ! photos updating! ! ! from 2 months ago! ! ! lol‍‍‍ read more

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Wow just wow. Lydia made me feel perfect on my wedding day. She is so talented - understanding exactly what I wanted and then taking it to the next level. I've had MUA in the past who are clearly talented but I don't feel like I look like myself after they're done. Lydia was different. I felt beautiful and authentically me but also elevated for the big day. She is so great at listening to your input and feedback and making you feel confident too! I got a bug bite at my welcome party on my face and had a small white head coming in and she made me forget about all of it. Glam is such a nerve wracking decision and I am so glad I went with Lydia. read more

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Lydia is incredibly talented! As a mom of 3, I rarely get to feel beautiful. While with my friend getting ready for her wedding, Lydia was so sweet and last-minute did my hair so I could feel elegant for once in a long time! On top of all of that, she voluntarily fixed my eye-shadow free of charge when I botched it ;-). She was hilarious, chill, and just overall a pleasure to be around. Definitely someone amazing to be around on the day of a special event! I highly recommend her!! read more

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Getting Lydia's services out all the way over to my destination wedding was worth every penny! Lydia did a fantastic job with my makeup for my wedding weekend. It was a two day affair, with a Chinese tea ceremony on Saturday and an American wedding on Sunday. She was so thoughtful with styling my look for both days, suggesting stronger dramatic lashes for my red dress on Saturday and romantic fanned lashes for Sunday's lake-in-the-mountains setting. Lydia is also incredibly gentle with the makeup application, never once did I feel poked or prodded! She was also so fun to talk to (like hanging out with a good friend -- we had a lot of fun during my trial too!), and had such amazing attention to detail! She was also a great help to make sure I could relax for my wedding weekend when it was absolute chaos. Thanks for being so patient with all the folks running in and out of my makeup room, the fact that I could never fit in a meal before my makeup session (sorry!) Extra points for being able to carry lively conversations with my Mandarin-speaking relatives! Thanks for a wonderful experience -- highly highly highly recommend! read more

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Lydia is the best! She was kind enough to do my hair and lashes for my friend's wedding last minute when I was desperate! I so appreciated her guidance in terms of what she thought would look good with my dress, and she even touched up my already-done makeup to make it look more blended. I got so many compliments on my hair all day---truly an artist! On top of everything, she was just a joy to be around. She felt like another friend hanging out with us. So easy-going, so kind. She even drove us to my friend's church when we were stressed when our Lyft canceled! So grateful for the experience. read more

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Lydia did the makeup for my best friend's wedding, and let me tell you - she was AMAZING. Patient, a gentle and steady hand, kind, fun conversation - she was so supportive and such a wonderful beginning to what was a long, adventurous day. As maid of honor, I wanted to make sure my look stayed as fresh as possible from 8 am till the early hours of the next day (haha) and my face DID NOT BUDGE! I wasn't worried about my makeup at all, which allowed me to do all my MOH duties and above all make sure my bestie was having the best wedding possible. The bride herself was glowing all day, too. What more could I have asked for?! We highly recommend Lydia!! read more

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I loved Lydia! She was incredible. She did my trial for my tea ceremony, then my bridal makeup and hair the next day. On a crazy day such as your wedding, Lydia has such a calming demeanor. She helped keep me chill when all my aunties were fluttering around asking me for things. She's super understanding and knows exactly how much time she needs to do what she says she's going to do. I booked Lydia because I loved what she did for the other brides, and I certainly made the right choice! Lydia not only did my make-up, but she worked on my mom, my maid of honor, my mother-in-law, and my aunt, and they all looked beautiful and felt more confident! read more

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You're definitely in safe hands if you've chosen Lydia as your makeup artist!! I was planning to have my pre-engagement shoot in SF and was doing my makeup artist research. I was initially quite worried as I've Asian features and would very much preferred a natural makeup style, rather than a heavy and smokey eyes kind of makeup. But I found Lydia who specialized in Chinese, Korean style makeup! She is super easy to work with, professional and with an exceptional sense of art. We talked briefly about the style I am looking for and Lydia just did it without missing a beat. The day went very smoothly and my makeup lasted for 4+ hours without any issue. read more

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Lydia was amazing! She did my sister's makeup for her wedding and my boyfriend's Mom. She was so nice and welcoming that she insisted I stay and watch. I didn't get my makeup done by Lydia but she was so sweet that any questions I had about makeup, she helped answer. She even let me try a lotion that she recommended for my face before applying the foundation and such. I truly admire Lydia for her helpfulness with makeup! Next time, I will definitely call Lydia to do my makeup for any event. Thank you sweet Lydia!! read more

I had Lydia and her team for Hair and Makeup on my wedding day. Lydia is great to work with, she really listen to what I want and have suggestion on what looks best on me. She is super detailed with her work and I felt amazing! She spend the day with me and check in on my hair and makeup throughout day. Really could not have found someone better. Highly recommend her for your wedding day! read more

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More than 5 stars worthy! Lydia did my makeup and hair for my virtual wedding ceremony. I am so grateful that I had her do it for me. She is sweet, very interactive, and open to feedback. She would utilize her expertise to make you feel confident and comfortable without all the makeup caked on your face. I got non-stop compliments on my simple but elegant look. I personally don't like to post picture, so I only attached the picture of my hair for my ceremony to this review. I usually don't curl my hair, but she really surprised me with her amazing skills. It perfectly matched with my makeup and dress. read more

Brides By Lydia - Makeup Artists Near Me

This is a very long overdue review but better late than never! Booking Lydia for my wedding (November 2021) was the easiest decision, ever. She was the PERFECT hair + make up artist from my first trial to wedding day. Having an Asian MUA was a priority for me as a bride, and she made me look stunning (said hubby!). I asked Lydia to do more of a "natural" look as I don't normally wear makeup. She walked me through each step and asked me to check the makeup as she was doing to ensure it was to my liking. I really appreciated the time she took to make sure I was comfortable with my look every step of the way. Lydia is flexible, super sweet, patient, and honest -- all while being so much fun throughout the process. I could not over-recommend how delighted I was to have Lydia as my hair + MU artist. To any brides considering multiple vendors to reach out to, you can end your search now and just go with Lydia. Thank you for everything, Lydia!! read more