Jackie came recommended by a mutual friend / client of hers and she is so great! From the first day…read moreI reached out to her via email she responded right away and gave me upfront breakdown of her costs. Leading up to the wedding day she texted me explained very what myself and my girls needed to do with our hair to prep. On the day of my wedding, I was supposed to go to her space but the power went out so we quickly adjusted and she was able to move everything to my new space! She is a very easy conversationalist and an even better make up artist! Jackie did my hair and make up perfectly and I got so many compliments on my wedding day. I even had her do a tattoo cover up and you truly can't tell I have one in my pictures. I almost want to have a second wedding just so I can rebook with Jackie! Thank you!!!!

I've always loved Jackie's work and knew I wanted her to do my hair and makeup for my engagement…read morephotoshoot. Her space is clean and relaxing. She is meticulous and a perfectionist, which I really appreciate because I am a perfectionist myself. Jackie is also really easy to talk, she is truly so sweet and reliable so any bride she works on will feel at ease with her as their MUA on their big day.

Mina did make-up for my mother, mother-in-law, sister-in-law, and me (bride), on the day of my…read morewedding. The make-up really enhanced our looks without looking over done. Everyone looked gorgeous. She has a very naturalistic style. I liked that she listened to my request to have fewer lashes applied, because the full set were too heavy on my lids. She nicely integrated some subtle lavender color for my eye shadow. Lavender was our bridal party color. She was very professionally and helped us figure out a good schedule to make everything flow smoothly before we took our family portraits. I would highly recommend her! Heidi Johnson did a great job with my hair. She actually referred me to Mina. Thank you Mina! (and thank you Heidi)

I recently got married in Half Moon Bay (at the Oceano Hotel) and had a VERY hard time finding…read moresomeone affordable AND talented to do my hair and make-up. Both salons in Half Moon Bay don't have great reputations for this and the other options I found didn't suit my needs. I am fairly low maintenance and not really into a lot of make-up or uptight salons, etc. I wanted someone who could make me look pretty (but in a natural way) - then I saw Mina's website and fell in like and after talking to her on the phone, booked my trial. She is AMAZING. I just let her do her thing and both my hair and make-up were awesome. I never thought I was the kind of girl who could wear fake eyelashes (I am pretty low maintenance) but she applied them one by one and it really made my eyes pop. She is SO relaxed (and adorable), but on top of what she's doing and WAY more affordable than so many other hair and make-up artists. She does both (not super tricky hairstyles - but more natural ones) and besides being the bride, got a zillion compliments on my hair and make-up which I know were genuine. Oh and when my hubbie first saw me he said I was a "hot bride" - thanks Mina! Now I just need to figure out some other special event to attend so I can have her do it again! : ) HIGHLY HIGHLY HIGHLY recommend Mina if you are looking for a professional but mellow and fun artist to work with - I could go on and on - just stop reading this and get in touch with her - you will be glad you did!

I had the best experience with Thao for my wedding hair and makeup! During the trial, I was…read moredebating between an updo or hair down and Thao was kind enough to try both on me so I could see which look I preferred. On the wedding day, everything turned out beautifully. My hair stayed perfectl all night and I received so many compliments on both hair and makeup! What I appreciated most was how much time and care she put into making sure I was completely happy and confident with the final look. She truly listens to what you want while using her expertise to guide you, and I couldn't have been happier with how everything turned out. Highly recommend her for your wedding day!

Thao was absolutely amazing! She did my wedding hair and my mom's hair and makeup for both days of…read moremy wedding, and we couldn't have been happier. Not only is she incredibly talented, but she was also such a calming and fun presence to have around during such a busy weekend. Getting ready with her honestly felt less like sitting through hours of hair and makeup and more like hanging out and chilling with a friend before the main event. She made the whole experience feel so relaxed and easy. My hair looked beautiful both days and held up perfectly throughout all of the festivities, and my mom looked absolutely gorgeous. Thao really listened to what we wanted while also knowing exactly what would photograph well and last throughout the day. I'm so grateful we hired her for such an important weekend. I would absolutely recommend Beauty by Thao to anyone looking for someone who is talented, professional, warm, and just genuinely wonderful to be around!

I booked Jessie for my wedding this year to do hair and makeup. She and her team had worked on me…read morea few years ago for my brother's wedding, so I already knew that she was good. She is very talented, listens to you, and manages to make you look like a glammed up version of yourself for the big day. She has several packages to choose from, and she offers trials as well. I sent her links to my pinterest page, and she was able to get the look I was going for. I was a little concerned that the hair and makeup may not last until the wee hours of the night, but they did! So well in fact, that I had panda eyes when I tried to wash everything off, haha. Throughout the day, I had to re-touch the undereye with q-tips and YSL touch eclat, but that's pretty par for the course. The hair looked as good at the end of the night as it did in the morning for the first look. I'll attach a photo during one of the wardrobe changes, which shows my hair around 8 hours later. She gets back to you in a reasonable of time, is responsible and shows up punctually (I had a 6 am start, so this was important), and most importantly, is really good at what she does. Bonus that she was able to help lace up my corset and get me into my dress. She's a pro at veils and explaining to your party how to swap the veil for the comb as well. Plus, she's really nice and pleasant, which is helpful when you're stressed out. She packs a touch up kit for you, which has trial/deluxe products that you may need, which was a lovely bonus. Anyway, I would definitely recommend her to anyone who is looking for a hair and MUA!

I was in search for a hair stylist one week before a holiday event! Thank goodness my sister had…read morepicked up Jessie's business card from a venue's Meet & Greet event. I texted Jessie for her availability and she replied in 16 minutes. I'm big on promptness, so I'm glad to say she made a positive first impression. I sent her photos from her portfolio to get a quote. Reasonably, she provided a range because it depends on how much hair she's working with. Few days before our appointment, she reminded me to shampoo my hair and condition the ends - not the scalp. Love the instructions! Come the day of our appointment: I asked her to come to my home for a small travel fee, and she arrives on time. So considerate that she parked on the curb instead of the driveway! She strikes up a great conversation with my mother ; I'm more of a listener than a talker - haha! Jessie finishes my updo within an hour and I love it. It's exactly what I asked for. I appreciate that she used more Bobby pins than hairspray, so washing my hair won't be as difficult later. She hid the Bobby pins incredibly well. She brought all the materials, though I recommend you provide the extension cord, power strip, and mirror if you ask her to come to your home. Thank you, Jessie! Highly recommended. I'll reach out to you for my wedding :)

Needed to attend a wedding and when Mai was done with me, I felt like a celebrity…read more I had hair and makeup services. Mai didn't just slathered makeup on my face, she started with skincare first. She applied quality brand-named products with all sanitized tools, while being incredibly sweet and full of care the ENTIRE time! This is an incredible makeup artist who will deliver quality service that'll go beyond skin deep. I have since then booked her for other occasions and been very satisfied with the services everytime. Cleanliness: 5/5 Artistry: 5/5 Products quality: 5/5 Will I recommend to family and friends? YES

I had the pleasure of working with Mai, who is an incredible makeup artist recently. Her skill and…read morecreativity truly transformed my look, enhancing my features while ensuring a natural, flawless finish as my requested. Her professionalism and attention to my preferences made the experience enjoyable, and the final result was beyond my expectations. I highly recommend this talented makeup artist for any special occasion or event. I am feeling confident and beautiful to attending my company holiday party. Also I got so many compliments from other people and especially thanks to her expertise.

Mayra did my hair and makeup for my wedding, and I couldn't have been happier with the results! I…read morehad never had my makeup professionally done before, so I was a little nervous. I've seen brides wear so much makeup that they barely look like themselves, and I knew I wanted something different. I told Mayra I wanted a natural, lightweight look that would still be photo-ready, and she delivered perfectly. She also styled my hair, and I absolutely loved how everything came together. She even accommodated a few last-minute requests, which I was incredibly grateful for. I felt beautiful, comfortable, and still like myself on my wedding day. I would definitely recommend Mayra!

Mayra did my wedding makeup and I couldn't have been happier! She was on time, professional, and…read moremade sure I had an amazing trial beforehand. Don't hesitate to book her for any of your special events! My makeup stayed on all night and she left me with a touch up kit as well. I felt so beautiful, and the makeup photographed so well! Photo by Lindsey Ferraris Photography

I had the pleasure of having Mimi do my hair and makeup for my September 8th wedding. She is such a…read moresweet and talented individual. A few weeks prior to the wedding, Mimi set out 2 hours on a Saturday morning to do my trial. Since I do not wear makeup on a daily basis, I told her that I wanted my makeup to look as natural as possible and my hair to look soft and romantic. The makeup turned out perfect! (I couldn't even feel the heaviness of the fake lashes!) The hair was good, but I wanted a little bit more volume and a few more soft twists. Mimi was very receptive to my feedback. On the day of the wedding, Mimi and her assistant arrived on time and ready to go. I had five bridesmaids and limited time. Mimi and her assistant worked on the bridesmaids' hairstyles together. Her assistant curled the hair while Mimi styled it. They did a great job and my girls looked awesome! I was one of those stressed out brides that had a few blemishes popping out everywhere the days leading up to the wedding. Thank goodness Mimi was there to save the day! My makeup was flawless and my hairstyle was exactly how I wanted it to be. The wedding was a full day affair (10:30 am to 11:00 pm). My makeup was able to endure all the sweat, hugs/kisses, and happy tears throughout the day. Neither I nor my girls had a hair crisis. I was a happy bride =) I would give Mimi a million stars if Yelp would allow me! I highly recommend her to anyone who wants to look natural and beautiful on their wedding day! Mimi is your go-to gal! Thanks Mimi! Note: will post wedding day hair/makeup when I receive them from my photographer =)

My review for Mimi's hair and makeup is WAYYYY overdue, but I wanted to add it because I have never…read morebeen happier with my hair/makeup as I have been with Mimi! Feb 2010: Mimi was kind enough to do my wedding/hair make-up trial on the day of my engagement photo session - she is such a sweetheart and great person to work with! Super patient and kind -- my hair and make-up was done in about 1.5 hours and I loved it. My hubby (then fiancee) and I drove to Monterey for our photo shoot, and my hair still looked amazing even after being in the sun/wind for about 4 hours. April 2010: I went with Mimi for my hair/make-up during our engagement party. I received so many compliments on my hair, and my make-up as well: it came out very natural looking and turned out really nice in the photos. After our party, I knew I had to book Mimi quickly for my wedding because she is a popular lady! A year after... May 2011: my wedding. Thank you so much, Mimi, for coming to my house to do my hair/make-up so early in the morning. I definitely wasn't stressed because Mimi came early to set-up and knew exactly what to do, despite all the chaos/commotion happening around me. She even came to see me after our wedding ceremony, at our hotel venue, to do a make-up touchup and pin my hair up... her suggestion, so that my photos would look a little more varied. She went out of her way to help me and I appreciate her so much for it! I would give Mimi 10-stars for her hair/makeup skills and person-ability... she is amazing at what she does and is a doll to work with! You will not be disappointed!

Chị Nhi is amazing. She has a clear passion for hair and makeup and she captured my vision…read morebeautifully. She showed up on the dot on our wedding day and did everyone's makeup in a timely fashion. My face looked amazing from the moment she finished until the end of the evening through all of the tears and sweat haha. Her competitive prices can't be beat and she was a pleasure to work with.

Wedding hair & make-up is very expensive in the Bay Area. I wasn't willing to splurge on it, so I…read morereached out to at least 10+ hair & make-up vendors to see if I could find something affordable for my bridesmaids. After a few weeks of searching, I was able to find Nini. I asked her to send me her portfolio, so that I could see her services on her clients. Nini's portfolio looked great and she provided me with affordable rates, so I booked her right away! Nini was very responsive with my emails and text messages. She was very easy to work with, so we were able to get a contract in place. I asked my bridesmaids to think about their hair & make-up services for my wedding day so that Nini can work her magic to their likings. On the wedding day, Nini was right on time. I think it took her about 2.5 hours to get two of my bridesmaids. They both informed me that they liked their services. They even received a lot of compliments from my wedding guests too. I was very pleased with Nini's work! My bridesmaids make-up wasn't heavy looking and they still looked like themselves. Thank you so much Nini for your hair & make-up services for my wedding day!