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    Make-up By Mark

    5.0 (25 reviews)
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    Annie L.

    So talented, witty, smart & collaborative...I am going to have to think of more excuses to get my make-up done with Mark. A last minute costume idea - pink glitter cat mask as the inspiration piece - Mark fit me in last minute, painted my body feline pink, added fabulous cat eyes, lashes, blush, lip gloss & dubbed me glamour-puss. http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/make-up-by-mark-san-francisco#tk1lQkEwqdtVhVOr5a7TIw I was a little uneasy about a hard pink line at the top of my neck, so he happily experimented with another approach. Such a pleasure to work with. Thank you Mark!

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    Flower C.

    Mark has done my make up many times! From photo shoots, to public appearances, to my wedding, he has been my beauty rock :D Not only does he have an expert eye for flattering designs, but he is an absolute blast to be around! Out of anyone who has ever dolled me up, Mark is THE BEST!!

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    Amber M.

    Where do I begin? Mark is an amazing human being, so sweet and fun, but his makeup is AMAZING. I hired Mark to do my makeup for my wedding and even though only a few of my bridesmaids had said they wanted him to do their makeup before the wedding, after seeing my makeup the day of the wedding, two more bridesmaids and my mother jumped on the train! We all looked AMAZING. He was prompt, professional, kind, funny and everyone loved him and his work. I could not recommend his work any higher. I felt like a queen on my wedding day because of him. Thank you Mark!!

    Working with Mark was simply THE BEST! He was able to take a little ole girl from NUTBUSH to the Tenderloin in no time flat! Some may think WHATS LOVE GOT TO DO WITH IT when hiring a makeup artist but it made all the difference. Mark loves what he does and it shows! I worked with Mark for my look for my 35th Birthday and believe me when I say heads were turning to catch a glimpse of his masterpiece through STEAMY WINDOWS!!! Please take my word when I say his work is amazing and extremely professional. Thank you so much adding the special touches to my look! Those bottom lashes were deadly!!!

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    Mark has done my make-up about five times now. He does incredible work. I'll keep coming back. I highly recommend him.

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    Christina Choi Cosmetics

    Christina Choi Cosmetics

    5.0
    (96 reviews)
    2.2 mi
    $$

    I had the absolute pleasure of working with Christina Choi for my book launch event in San…read moreFrancisco on 10/28/2025, and I can't say enough incredible things about her and her work! I first met Christina in September 2024 at a women's media conference where she was a vendor. She immediately exuded warmth, professionalism, and passion for her craft. I fell in love with her energy and her products right away, so much so that I knew instantly I wanted her to be a part of my big moment. Fast forward to my book launch: Christina welcomed me into her beautiful studio and created the most natural, luminous look that was exactly what I needed as someone who doesn't wear makeup regularly. She honored my desire to look like myself, just a little more polished and camera-ready, and absolutely delivered. She event kept my freckles shining through! I received so many compliments that night, not about the makeup, but about how glowing and confident I looked... and that's exactly what great makeup should do. Christina is the perfect blend of artist and pro - attentive, patient, and truly invested in making you feel your best. If you're looking for makeup that enhances you without masking who you are, Christina is the person to trust. I'm so grateful to her for helping me shine during such a special milestone. Highly, highly recommend.

    Christina taught me so many helpful tricks in our 1:1 lesson. Her techniques make you look…read morerefreshed and vibrant without looking overly made up. I adopted a few of her techniques and people started complimenting me on what pretty eyes I have.

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    Christina gets Rebecca Shostak, CEO and founder of Flodesk, camera- ready for INC Magazine's covershoot.
    Christina gets Rebecca Shostak, CEO and founder of Flodesk, camera- ready for INC Magazine's covershoot.
    Christina helps Glenn Close & celebrity talent with makeup at "Bring Change To Mind" event founded by actor and icon, Glenn Close.
    Christina helps Glenn Close & celebrity talent with makeup at "Bring Change To Mind" event founded by actor and icon, Glenn Close.
    Christina gets influencer BeccaxBloom ready for the Zack Posen event.

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    Christina gets influencer BeccaxBloom ready for the Zack Posen event.
    Glamour by Kary Li

    Glamour by Kary Li

    4.9
    (180 reviews)
    3.2 mi
    $$
    Luxury
    13 years in business

    I hired Kary as my HMU for my wedding in April 2026. She was a total professional and really…read morepassionate in what she does. I was really happy with my looks throughout the event and Kary was attentive throughout, really glad to have hired her. During the makeup trial she listened to my needs and took times to try multiple styles and looks until I'm comfortable with my choices. Her makeup style is very beautiful and natural at the same time, she has a great understand of Asian features. I felt very beautiful. During the event she stayed around for almost the whole ceremony to reception, helping with touch ups and outfit/look changes. She was also great with my mother and bridesmaids, patient and giving styling support when my mom had questions. However I think there's room for improvement in her team. The second HMU she brought with her to help with the other half of my bridesmaids was not as good. My bridesmaid mentioned that her side bun constantly fell out and after asking to be fixed multiple time they just ended up fixing it themselves. The second HMU also didn't seem to have the same joy as Kary and wasn't too friendly. Outside of that, Kary's husband Eugene does all her booking, scheduling and communications. Have some patience for him to get back to you and double check the booking times as I experienced some mixed up during the trial booking. Overall I would definitely recommend working with Kary for your makeup, you will not regret it, she really took good care of me.

    Working with Kary was one of the best decisions I made for my wedding. She and her assistant did…read moreabsolutely beautiful hair and makeup looks for me and three other women. She really brings out the best of your natural beauty in her makeup, and she can do such a wide variety of hairstyles well. My hair and makeup held up all night. Beyond that, Kary and her assistant were extremely caring and professional. Somehow I managed to give them the wrong address, but they figured out the right address and still arrived early. They also went out of their way to make me feel comfortable and relaxed on my wedding day. I highly recommend Kary!

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    Glamour by Kary Li
    Glamour by Kary Li
    Glamour by Kary Li

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    Brides By Lydia

    Brides By Lydia

    5.0
    (99 reviews)
    1.2 mi
    Certified professionals
    Speaks Mandarin

    Lydia's services are so amazing that I went back to her for my wedding HMU!!…read more 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!

    I would highly recommend Lydia to anyone looking for a hair and makeup artist for their special…read moreday. 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!!

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    Brides By Lydia
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    JT Artistry

    JT Artistry

    5.0
    (173 reviews)
    2.1 mi
    $$

    I hired Jen for my wedding, and I'm so glad I did! We were planning on a tight timeline due to a…read morefamily situation, and so many vendors were challenging to get ahold of. Jen emailed me back within a day with all her details and information, and I was so excited. I shared photos with her, and she worked with me and my hair/skin concerns to get a look that I loved. I had my trial with her about two weeks before my wedding so we could also have a trial shoot with our photographer. I rarely wear makeup, and I was blown away by how good I looked and felt - like the best version of myself. The makeup also photographed wonderfully. Jen was so kind and funny, which made the getting ready process on the wedding day so much less stressful. My makeup also lasted through a hot day at City Hall, a windy outdoor photoshoot, and a dinner with dancing, somehow without creasing or running. Sorcery!!! Thank you, Jen!!

    I was in search of a hair and makeup artist a few days out from my maternity photoshoot due to some…read morelast minute schedule changes and Jennifer was super accessible and professional from the initial reach out. Once I arrived and met her in person, it was as if we had met before - she is approachable, friendly, and makes you feel like an old friend. Now onto the actual hair and makeup - her talent far exceeded my expectations! I gave her a general idea of what I was going for and she was able to quickly run with it and when she showed me the finished product at the end, I was so thrilled. I love the way it looked both in person and the way it photographed (pictures attached). I would highly recommend booking JT artistry for your hair and makeup needs! I didn't want to wash my face or undo my hair after the photoshoot because it looked so good, haha!

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    Before and After by JT Artistry, photograph by Jeremy Cortez
    Before and After by JT Artistry, photograph by Jeremy Cortez
    Airbrush makeup and hair styling by JT Artistry Photo by Catherine Hall Studios Sonoma, CA
    Airbrush makeup and hair styling by JT Artistry Photo by Catherine Hall Studios Sonoma, CA
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    Beauty by Shannon Le

    Beauty by Shannon Le

    5.0
    (96 reviews)
    2.1 mi
    $$

    Shannon was absolutely amazing from start to finish. I found her after doing extensive research…read morelooking for an artist who could do both hair and makeup, and I could not have made a better choice. My trial was perfect, and on the wedding day I had a few things I wanted to tweak, and she was so easy to talk to, incredibly receptive, and made adjustments without hesitation. She truly listens and wants you to feel like the best version of yourself. My hair and makeup lasted all day and night, even through hours of dancing in the summer heat and all the happy tears. The makeup was exactly what I wanted: beautiful, natural, soft glam, and I loved the products she used. I still felt like me, just elevated. I also had a large bridal party, and Shannon was so organized and calm. She created a clear schedule and coordinated seamlessly with the other stylists she brought with her, which made the entire morning stress-free. I couldn't have asked for a better hair and makeup artist and would recommend her to anyone in a heartbeat.

    A long overdue review. We got married in April 2025 and I am so thankful I had Shannon as my hair…read moreand makeup artist. While researching hair and makeup artists, Shannon stood out for her work, professionalism, straightforward website and pricing, and communication and responsiveness. What really sealed the deal for me was how accommodating Shannon was to my personal situation. My mom was actively going through chemo treatments and Shannon had no hesitations about her and the team wearing masks to accommodate my mother. She was so empathetic and kind about my situation with my mom and I so appreciated that. Hair and makeup is not my area of expertise and Shannon was so helpful in guiding me towards my hair and makeup choices. I even did a second hair trial after changing my mind and Shannon was very understanding and patient with me. She answered all my questions and gave me some great food for thought for my hair and makeup visions. Shannon is also just so sweet and easy to talk to. Everyone else who came on the day off for the bridal party's hair and makeup were also so great to work with. I loved my hair and makeup on my wedding day. Thank you for making me feel beautiful on my big day! Thank you Shannon!

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    Bride hair
    Bride hair
    Bride makeup
    Bride makeup
    Only photo I have of the proper hair

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    Only photo I have of the proper hair
    S Studios

    S Studios

    5.0
    (169 reviews)
    1.4 mi
    $$

    This is a way overdue review that I've been anxious to write because Susie is absolutely AMAZING! I…read morecontacted Susie months before my daughter's wedding about doing her makeup and mine. I was handling all this from across the country and had tons of questions and concerns, which Susie promptly and patiently answered, thoroughly setting my mind at ease. We hired her for hair and makeup for events over 2 days of the wedding weekend. I should mention that my daughter never fusses with hair or makeup and really had little interest in even doing this! She didn't do a trial session and really had no specific ideas about how she even wanted her hair done! I explained all this to Susie ahead of time and she dealt with it beautifully - making suggestions and coming up with the perfect plan for 2 different hair styles for the 2 days and makeup slightly more subdued the first day to see how Alicia liked it. Well, I was stunned - not just at how gorgeous it was - but because Alicia totally LOVED the whole process and the final result!! I attribute all this to Susie's calm, sweet and knowledgeable manner. She explained everything perfectly and her suggestions were spot on- it was obvious that she was a seasoned pro! I wouldn't have thought it possible, but by the second night, Alicia was really into a more dramatic look which was PERFECT! Also, we had some last minute timing issues which Susie was kind enough to accommodate by juggling her own busy schedule. I simply can't say enough positive things about Susie, her work and most importantly, her sweet disposition! I would recommend her highly and without hesitation!

    It has always been a great pleasure to work with Susie. She is very professional and easy to…read morecommunicate with. I was her client a few years back and constantly recommending her to many of my friends. Recently, I have also worked with her for a style shoot. Her attention to details and organization have made the work much smoother than it could be.

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    Mr and Mrs
    Mr and Mrs
    Hair and Makeup done by V 1/14/19
    Hair and Makeup done by V 1/14/19
    I was GLOWING. Thank you Susie for my fabulous hair and make up!

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    I was GLOWING. Thank you Susie for my fabulous hair and make up!
    Blowology Dry Bar & Spa

    Blowology Dry Bar & Spa

    4.5
    (282 reviews)
    2.2 mi
    $$

    I really wanted to love this place, but for the price... it was mid at best…read more I came in for an extra-long blowout with extensions $135 + tax (which already felt questionable since personal services like hair in CA are generally non-taxable... Google is free). Add $12 parking at Union Square garage, so close to $170 deep for a blowout. For that price, I expected polished. What I got felt rushed. I paid extra for extensions but was paired with someone who clearly didn't have much extension experience. The wash was super quick (definitely no massage), and when she brushed my hair she was rough, like yanking-my-head-around rough. At one point she even asked, "Does that hurt?" which is never a comforting question mid-service. By the end, one of my front extension beads had been pulled out, leaving a noticeable bump at the front of my hair for weeks. When she finished the blowout, we both kind of looked at it like... ummmmm. It just didn't look good. She asked if I wanted her to touch up the front, so she grabbed a curler for my bangs, and literally picked old hairs out of it before wrapping my hair. I wish I was kidding. It felt very last-minute. She adjusted a few pieces I pointed out, and I left saying, "Maybe it'll fall and look better later?" She said, "Yeah..." It completely fell the next day. I ended up touching it up myself. Before leaving that first appointment, I asked if I could come back for the complimentary touch-up and upgrade to a half-up style by just paying the $30 difference. I was told yes, of course. Three days later I came back downtown for my touch-up. New stylist. I asked about upgrading to the half-up and paying the $30 difference like I was told. She checked and came back saying no - I'd have to pay the full $165. I said I didn't have time for a full wash and everything, and she said, "Oh you don't have to wash, we can just do the style." But for the full $165 For just styling. Wild. So I just did the complimentary touch-up. Ironically, she used a straightener for the curls and it looked way better and lasted way longer which only reminded me how poorly the first blowout was done. Overall, the vibe felt slightly annoyed and not very welcoming. For this price point, I expect consistency, extension experience, and a polished result. Instead I left feeling overcharged and underwhelmed.

    I was trying to find a salon in the city that would actually pick up the phone and let me book an…read moreappointment for a Sunday morning -- not as easy as it sounds. Thankfully, Blowology Dry Bar and Spa came through! I needed a slicked-back bun for an event, and my stylist, Ali, was awesome. He told me it was his first time doing that kind of updo, but honestly, you wouldn't have known. He took his time, made sure it wasn't too tight (huge win for my scalp), and the end result looked great. He even gave me a discount since it was his first time doing a bun for a customer. which I thought was super thoughtful. I also thought the ambiance of the salon was super cozy and brought all the vintage vibes!

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    ‍ Relax, refresh, and rejuvenate at Blowology Dry Bar & Spa. You deserve to look and feel your best every day.
    ‍ Relax, refresh, and rejuvenate at Blowology Dry Bar & Spa. You deserve to look and feel your best every day.
    Thank you Mary Steenburgen for visiting us!
    Thank you Mary Steenburgen for visiting us!
    We love our brides! Full Makeup Application by our lead make up artist Stephanie. Blowout by out Blowology stylist. book Now!

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    We love our brides! Full Makeup Application by our lead make up artist Stephanie. Blowout by out Blowology stylist. book Now!

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