Van's work is phenomenal. I drove 2 hours from Orange County to have my make up done. My friends said it's the best make up on me, like Hollywood style ( not Asian style). Van went beyond and willing to do things to make clients look at their best. ThankS again Van. read more

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We requested hair and makeup. She delivered. Make up was a glamorous and hair was so beautiful! Would definitely recommend her. read more

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Look no further, Van is amazing! She is super talented and meticulous! You'll walk out feeling like a princess! read more

Van did my makeup perfectly. I highly recommend her!! She is very professional and precise. I even looked younger;)

She did such an amazing job on my engagement photo shoot makeup! I'll be using her again for wedding day! read more

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I went with Van because she was listed through my elopement company - but unfortunately, this ended up being one of the most stressful parts of my wedding experience. From the very beginning, she was not open to changes or adjustments and gave me a hard time anytime I tried to express my preferences. My trials were not great. Despite sending her inspiration photos and videos multiple times, she couldn't recreate the look. I had to point out small details and do the troubleshooting myself instead of her having the experience to adjust on her own. Her response was that I shouldn't expect perfection - that makeup/hair would always be "90%." It didn't even feel like 50%. In the hair inspiration video I shared, the model had less hair than I do - yet somehow, she still couldn't execute the style. After the first trial, I took it upon myself to order clip-in extensions because she didn't recommend them. At the second trial, she said, "Why didn't you tell me? I could've helped you choose." But why wasn't that mentioned earlier when it was clearly necessary? There were ongoing communication issues. I wasn't told how to prep for the trial - like being advised after the fact that I shouldn't have cut my hair beforehand. She also asked me to purchase specific products but gave the request too late, and they hadn't arrived in time for the second trial. On the wedding day, I had to micromanage. She didn't respect time constraints, ignored direct requests (like when my aunt asked her to stop her hair), and replied, "But you paid for this." None of the makeup looks for my mom, aunt, or mother-in-law came close to the inspiration photos - and when we tried to give feedback, she told us to "trust the process" and wait until the end. But by then, it was too late, and none of us were happy with how we looked. I know she may try to say we liked it - but the truth is we were just eager for her to be done so we could fix things ourselves and hurry as we were on a time constaint. I even lost sleep the week of my wedding knowing I'd likely have to settle for a look that wasn't what I envisioned. And to top it off, when asked after the wedding which primers she used on me, she refused to share and instead tried to upsell me on her $1,000+ makeup class. She gatekept basic information and made everything harder than it needed to be. The whole experience felt unprofessional, inconsistent, and disappointing. I wouldn't recommend unless you're okay with "90%" meaning 50% - and having to manage everything yourself. read more

I worked with Van for my wedding day hair and makeup, and overall, I was really happy with the results! My makeup was flawless and stayed on all night--I loved the way I looked and felt so confident throughout the day. Unfortunately, my hair didn't hold up as long as I hoped and started falling after the first hour, but I think the weather played a big role in that. Thankfully, we did a makeup trial beforehand, which made it so much easier to finalize the look I wanted for the big day. Van is talented and I'd recommend her services--just make sure to discuss any concerns during the trial to ensure everything goes perfectly! read more

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Unprofessional. Terrible experience. TLDR: *showed up 30 minutes late *poor time management once arrived so had to rush as day progressed *did not have proper equipment *was more concerned about her assistant enjoying her time than her paying customers They were scheduled to arrive at 6:30 am but at 6:45 am Van texted to see if the bride wanted breakfast or coffee because they were stopping to get Starbucks. By the time they arrived, they were 30 minutes late. Not a great start but it only gets worse. All of the girls were given tentative time of when people were to arrive and start hair and/or make up. My arrival time was 8, I showed up to see they hard barely started the first girls. They were friendly and chatting with everyone and Van would stop while doing hair and make to chat. Which that's great if you budgeted your time properly but she did not. It took her assistant almost 2 hours to finish make up on the first girl. Van told her to pick up the pace. The bride and Van had previously agreed for the bride to be in the last group, but earlier in the day she called the bride over and started her. It seems fairly customary for the bride to go towards the middle or end of the group to ensure her hair and make up are still fresh for photos. I'm not sure why this last minute switch was made but I can only assume it was to ensure Van had enough time to do her before she left since they were running behind. The bride's hair and make up both turned out great and the bride was very happy. Thank god. As they continued to work they were discussing their schedule because Van needed to leave for her second booking of the day. She asked "how many for hair? How many for make up?" How do you not know and have a plan. After they decided that the assistant could finish up after Van left. She told the assistant "Don't worry take your time I want you to enjoy the process". Excuse me, you want your employee to enjoy the process? We are paying you and have been sitting here for hours and you couldn't manage to show up on time and you made time to get your Starbucks. I had to really bite my tongue because I didn't want to stress out the bride and wanted her to enjoy her day. So I continued to grin and bear this unprofessional process. It was over 2 hours past my arrival time when they started my make up. I get they say they don't go by a schedule and they want multiple girls at the ready but it seems like they should be able to estimate better than that. And definitely shows they value their time more than ours. About half way through they paused my make up make sure Van could do my hair before she left. I was the last to go for hair. I could feel Van rushing. She spent less time on my hair than any of the other girls. She was jamming bobby pins into my head. Hard. I'm not tendered headed. She had asked the other girls if they liked their hair, not for me. She said you are done and proceeded to start packing up. I got up to go to the room mirrors to see my hair. I really couldn't see the back because they didn't have a hand held mirror to show you your hair or make up. On multiple occasions they used small mirrors from random make up compacts to try to show you your make up. After she packed up some things (including the air brush equipment and eye lash curler) she left. The assistant had to borrow an eyelash curler from the bride. As the assistant resumed my make up she commented that it would have been easier and wouldn't have taken as long if she could have used the airbrush. So I showed up as one of the earlier time slots, went towards the end, had my hair rushed and didn't get the benefit of the better equipment. I had to have the assistant adjust my contour multiple times before it was ok. The rest of the make up was not great either but by that time I to rush to go get dressed and she still had one more girl to do so there wasn't really time to have anything changed. I had an arrival time of 8 am and I was done around 1 pm. Van is now claiming they were there before 7 and starting girls. She wasn't even there yet and it took a bit for set up. See photo for text proof. read more

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I could not have chosen anyone else for my wedding. Van and her assistant had 7 woman and only 4 hours. Our make up trial went great, she is someone you can tell "I don't like this or that. Can we do less blush more bronze?" And she will make sure every person is happy with their make up. My husband was worried about "the make up part" because he wanted me and everyone else to look like themselves. When I met him at the altar he said "you look amazing, and so do all your friends and our moms." Van truly wants you to feel your best and she exceeded my expectations. 10/10 recommend and will use her again for any event or even to have a glass of wine with. Thanks again Van! We loved you! read more

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Had such a lovely time and makeup session with Van! She is very well trained in what she does and is so good at getting you your complete look done with hair too! She takes her time to understand what style you like and is so sweet. Her looks range depending on what style you are going for for special occasions! read more

Ever since I met Van during trial for my wedding hair and makeup, I knew I have the right artist for my BIG day! I also had my engagement photos afterwards. She was very sweet, professional, perfectionist in a good way! And I cannot asked for more. She listens and she is very experienced. She took care of me as the bride, my 3 sisters, my mom, my 5 nieces in 7hrs by herself. She's so awesome...I would have her again for our next occasion. read more

Van did my Makeup / Hair for my work and personal photos which came out great! I highly recommend her for any upcoming special event! read more

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Recently received makeup & hair services for myself (bride) and my guest. My guest was not a "last minute add-on" as I asked in advance if it would be okay and she agreed. Van confirmed with me the night before and said "a team of girls would be assisting me and it would take us no longer than 2 hours." (See attached as proof) Upon arrival at our appointment at 10 AM, parking is an issue as she did not disclose that it's her own apartment not a studio. We found parking eventually, so no big deal. We arrived around 09:45 am. She was working on another client when we arrived at her place. We patiently waited for awhile. And we did not get started until close to 10:15 AM when we repeatedly told her that we have to leave by 12:30 PM or 1 PM (AT THE VERY LATEST FACTORING TRAFFIC TIME). The "team of girls" that she claimed to are her students!!! I was not made aware of it until I showed up there. She did work with my bridal makeup and her student worked on my guest's makeup and hair. The way she speaks to her students are very condescending, it made me very uncomfortable to be there. The overall vibe felt rushed, tense, and stressful as she was overseeing a total of 3 makeup/hair services there all at once. Also, not only she did not make any effort to know/address any of her clients' names, she would make comments about my guest - "her eyes are smaller." I find that extremely rude and unnecessary! Long story short, we did not get out of there more than 3 hours later. Each time we kept reinforcing that we gotta go, she would brush us off and put blame on us "because we added your guest last minute." It's not true at all, because she could've told us well in advance that she could not do it and we'd be okay with it. But she did it anyways - just money hungry. As soon as we left, my updo hair pieces started falling out already. But I literally had no time to go back. At the end, I was late and I couldn't take any get-ready pictures and had to rush to my own wedding. It truly set the tone of my wedding day - overall so stressed out due to her poor time management and communication skills. read more

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Van and Stephanie did an amazing job on my makeup and hair for my sister's wedding. I loved it! Van's attention to detail shows in her work. She worked quickly, was flexible, and even gave some tips and tricks. Absolutely loved how it all turned out! Highly recommend Van and her team! read more

Vân is always the best of the best make up Artist. I m very picky. Since I found Van. Every time I need make up for special occasions, or my modeling pictures or Comnercial. I have Van do my make up. I just relax and enjoy because I know she always do great job. She is very creative and work with her heart. Very professional, experienced, Patience, accommodating, very detailed, straightforward and honest if something doesn't work best in your interested. Her coverage is very comfortable wear, flawless and long lasting! I only have to touch up my lipstick, even though long day photoshoot outdoor or travel long time. Her make up stay beautiful and fresh on me. I highly recommended Van an amazing make up artist to who is looking for a person make you pretty and elegant. Again. Thank you very much Van. You are so talented, very professional and always do amazing job with all your heart. read more

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Van is such an amazing person and she is so talented at doing hair and make up. She did my hair and make up for some professional headshots and they came out great. Can't recommend enough. read more

Recently moved back to San Diego and searched over Yelp for a MUA for an event coming up. I have had past experiences showing pics for inspo for the look I'm trying to achieve and have settled a for the stylists own take. Van was spot on. The makeup was on point and same for the hair. I was nervous on the time crunch but she was super efficient with time and seriously nailed it. Hoping to have some events in the future cuz she's my new go-to for hair/makeup. read more

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I just recently finished a 2 full day make up class with Van and had a great time. She was able to teach me so much and gave us all the tips and tricks of make up. She showed us how to do day to day make up and special occasion make up and was so detailed and made it fun for all of us there. Better yet, she also cooked lunch for us and honestly her food is really delicious. I recommend her for someone to do make up om you AND as a teacher. She's honeslty great and would go to future classes that she hosts. read more

Van is an amazing makeup artist! I am a huge fan of her work. She did an amazing job at my brothers wedding on me, my mom, cousin, aunt and best friend years ago. Everyone was happy! I follow her on social media and love to see her incredible artistry. She's incredibly fun, authentic and kind. I knew I had to book her again for our family photoshoot which just happened a few days ago. She's great at listening. I told her my vision and our gatsby theme for our shoot. She nailed the look I wanted. I think it's important to convey what you want and like. She will deliver! I know she offers a two day makeup class and I hope when I find the time I can partake in it with my bestie! read more

I hired van for my wedding makeup a few weeks ago and 2 of my bridesmaids who were searching for me found her thru instagram! Van is very kind and patient on top of doing my hair and makeup she also did my mothers, mother in law, sister in law and also maid of honor. What I loved best was her ability to adapt and adjust with the momma's when they werent entirely sure exactly what they wanted! She took me from basic to glowing in the span of a few hours! Highly recommend! read more

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Very professional, experienced, knowledgeable with all aspects of make up, skin, and hair. Gave great advise on my skin care. Very inspiring and became my personal therapist. Fast and effient, makeup holds up all day without having to reapply beside lipstick. Hair was tight and secure, but didn't hurt like some others. read more

Hands down THE BEST makeup artist I've tried in San Diego! Van really did a fantastic job with the look that I wanted. Tbh, I read the reviews first before setting an appointment (because that's what we should do everytime we try anything new, right?) I noticed the not so good reviews were about time management so I decided to provide her extra time to work on me...but she still finished on time anyway. We were both ecstatic with the endresult...the look that got me the most compliments, it was absolutely perfect! She definitely will be my go-to for HMU services in the future! Thanks again, Van :) read more

I just finished my 2 days make up class with my wonderful teacher- Van Tran. I was following her for a really long time and didn't have a chance to get into her class until last weekend. That's a great experience. After taking the class, she suggested us to be her assistant to work with her. What a wonderful idea! Went through 2 days, i learnt a lot from brushes to cosmetic, tips and tricks from her experience. I can see her enthusiasm and passion of her career. Also, taking class with your relative like mom and daughter, sisters is a great idea for birthday gift or time to bounce with your lovely relationship. The class benefits you many things, so register for her next class, guys. You won't be disappointed. read more

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I was a bit skeptical about having my ombre powder brows. I know that Van Tran has been working on face features for over 20 years, and she knows which shape best goes with your face feature. I knew Van would do a good job. But I didn't think it would turn out so great. I love that I don't have to spend extra time on my brows in the morning. Because you know, that takes forever if you don't know what you are doing. It saved me so much time for my morning routine. If you are looking for someone to do your brows, she will not disappoint. She will spend as much time needed to get the shape where it needs to be. You have to be patient. It will be all with it in the end. I recommend you go to her if you want your brows done. read more

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I knew that van would do a great job on my make up but I didn't know that it would turn out soooo good! I didn't even recognize myself and I wish she could do my make up everyday!!! My friends had to do a double take on me Bc the make up was so flawless. I like how van used some of my make up upon my request. The only thing is that she would've been more comfortable with me watching her do my make up with a mirror in my hand. Other than that, I had such a great experience. Very friendly, very professional. I will definitely go to her again! Thank you so much!! read more

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Van is very good at what she does, however, I'm giving her 3 stars because I think she can do better at time management. On my wedding day, she and her partner were late and were taking their time to do each of my bridesmaids. Because of this, I didn't have time to do getting-ready photos with my girls and my makeup wasn't what I told her I wanted during our trial since she was in a rush. It was honestly the most stressful part of the day. read more

Love love love my ombre powder brows! Vans work is amazing! She took great care of me. She achieved the shaped and color I normally do on my own brows. She assessed my facial features and hair color to make sure I have the perfect color. She took her time with the whole process from start to finish. She also follows up with me during the healing process. She is truly! Amazing! Highly recommend read more

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My girls and I were so upset on the morning of my wedding. Even the groomsman getting ready there and my groom were asking when I was getting in the chair the entire time. Being the bride and it being almost time to leave they decided to do me last so everything looks fresh. I get it but half an hour before we ABSOLUTELY needed to go?! At this point it was already late and we were rushing they put me in the chair. The worst part is I wasn't the only one who wasn't done at this point. Thankfully, I have a girlfriend who has done free lancing in the past and she helped every one out especially me. They sent the girl who did hair home 'early' as in 15 minutes before I needed to be absolutely out the door. . they would not have done my hair in 15 minutes after taking an hour on each of my girls already. I have the most thick hair out of all of them there is no way I would have been done. Unfortunately Van was hard headed to take any of the services NOT provided off that morning on the paperwork nor work anything out with me after I reached out. But rather let me know that the bridesmaid booked for makeup only 'wanted to add hair, her hair is only a few inches all around, she did not want the service in the first place, idk how Van persuaded her to touch it but I guess. I booked Van for bridal hair and makeup but no full bridal service for hair was delivered. Van just teased the back of my hair and put two pearly pins in, if I knew she would of charged the whole thing for touching my hair for 2 minutes I would have said no, it was way too crazy looking after she touched it. I had to tame it down bc I know how my hair is. Seems like she blames you for not speaking up but took 1% of your time to change the full amount.. idk that's just greedy to me and a bit unfair. She knew what she was doing. One of my bridesmaid free lancer did 99% of the work for my hair and she took 45 minutes, no breaks and was super efficient. This was happening as I was looking at one of my bridesmaids still getting her hair done and barley halfway done across the room. My bridesmaid also did the remaining makeup for the girls who were only partially done, there was no way in half an hour they were going to do my full makeup and hair fully and finish two other girls makeup. I have only my girlfriend to thank for my special day truly. I must say Van is good at persuading you and manipulating you with her boasting about her experience to trust her. I'm surprised at how she deals with unhappy customers if she has been in this for so long. Please trust your gut and speak up before it's too late. Yes I did do a trial beforehand. The makeup looked scary to my fiancé, she kept saying I think he'll like it. The hair, the length was cut in half after her curls and a can of hair spray. I was upset at the turnout read more

I don't recommend booking anything last minute, its super stressful. I'm so grateful for how responsive and quick Van was when I initially reached out. She was not only available to do my hair and make up, but she was at 6am to get me ready in time for me 10am event. I really appreciated her help. She asked questions to get to know me like the style/colors I prefer to help me achieve the look I hoped for. read more

Van is a fantastic make up artist and hairstylist. She did my makeup& hair for the marine corps ball and was very happy with the outcome. my makeup lasted 7+hrs as well as my hair! thank you for making my special night more memorable with your stunning skills. read more

Van did some beautiful makeup and hair on me and my sisters for my bridal henna party! I didnt even have a style prepared or any preference, I gave her total control and she slaaayed! Worked with my features to give me the best possible makeover! So much so, I'm booking her again in a few weeks for a friend's wedding. read more

ADDITION UPDATE TO PREVIOUS REVIEW: I went to Van's home to get my hair and makeup done. So I didn't give her the wrong address. She was late coming to her own home. Secondly, I was not a bride nor did I have a bridal party. I was an individual asking to get my hair and makeup done for an event. She couldn't have even fixed my makeup because she was so late finishing me. I was originally suppose to be done by 3:00 PM, they didn't finish the job until 3:45PM so I just had to get out the door. Lastly, at the time I was making the make up appointment with her, she told me that she was going to do the job. She literally informed me TWO days before that she will have an assistant start on me first. I was from out of town and needed these services to get done for an event. She gave me short notice on the sudden change in personnel. read more

Van is a great make up artist! She made our bride beautiful. That's all that matters. However her time management needs to improve. She was told that bridal party should be done at 2 but we ended close to three. An hour before the wedding. And the photo, yep. Burnt while she's curling my hair. First degree burn from a curling iron. She also had burnt one of our other bridesmaid's scalp. read more

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I had microshading done on my eyebrows and I love it. I barely had any brows so I've always had to pencil them in all my life. Van did a great job on my eyebrows that I don't need to pencil them in anymore! They liven up my face without any added makeup, it's worth it. read more

My first encounter with Van was for my cousins wedding. Her and her team took such great care of our bridal party rhen so I decided to try her own for my own. I had my makeup trial done by @vanitysd.beauty.studio @vanitysd She did everything I wanted and more! Makeup lasted all day long and made me feel so pretty! Definitely did not disappoint and would recommend her to others. read more

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Van was amazing and so accommodating of all the makeup/hair needs for the bridal party. She made us look flawless for the wedding day and worked so quickly to get 7 ladies makeup and hair done. Would highly recommend her for any wedding services! read more

What an amazing talented person Van is. She has an artistic way about everything she does. Her makeup style can range from classy, soft glam, classic Hollywood to sexy, mysterious, seductive. She really knows how to bring out one's natural beauty and accentuate my best features. I've never received so many compliments on my skin, eyebrows and makeup. I will never go to anyone else for an event ever again. Would highly recommend her. read more

I took a class from Van and absolutely love it. She is very details and taught me all the tips, tricks ,the most easiest way to do it. She took the time to teach,answer all your questions and show you the best technique, what best for your face shape, color match your skin. I took 2 days for personal makeup class and have learn so much. She also treat all the students with her delicious homemade Pho and beef stew for lunch. Highly recommend to get a makeup done or take a class with her. Totally worth it read more

Van and the team did my make up for Wedding Party bridal show at the Lafayette hotel. Beautiful work, professional team, fast paced and great attitude! Thank you read more

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Van did my hair and make up for a recent wedding I was in and I was sooooo pleased with the results! I felt absolutely beautiful and I couldn't believe how she transformed me! (I wish I had taken a before picture!) I was most impressed with how she shaped my brows - it made such a difference! read more

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