This review is solely for Vivian's communication (or lack thereof). A friend told me about Vivian and after reviewing her instagram, I absolutely fell in love with her work. I reached out immediately in mid-August to book her, and she was luckily available! I was ecstatic. I followed up with a question about booking and did not hear back for over a week. That's fine, I get that she's busy. When I finally heard back, I received a long list of items to fill out for a contract. After I sent my contract info, I received an email from her assistant that my info was received and that a contract would be coming soon. I was so excited! It had already been a month since I initially reached out, so I was ready to lock this down. After waiting for TWO MORE WEEKS, I am told that someone else booked my date and thus they could not proceed with my contract. WHAT?! You couldn't have told me that TWO weeks ago after claiming to have received my info?? By this point, it was already October. I was so upset - what a waste of my time! It had already been practically two months since I first contacted her. I decided to reach out again & ask if she had any recommendations for a similar style artist to her, and hoped she would give me suggestions out of good faith after completely wasting my time. It's been almost 3 weeks and no response. In those 3 weeks, I spoke to 5 different artists who responded IMMEDIATELY, and have moved forward with booking & paying, providing my vision, booking bridesmaids, and having all of my questions answered in hours by the artist I booked - a true sign of professionalism. If this is a sneak peek into how working with her will be like on the big day, then maybe it was a blessing in disguise. I'm sure she's a wonderful person but this was so rude & left a horrible taste in my mouth. Seems to be a common issue with her one star reviews too. read more

There are already so many glowing reviews about Vivian, and I'm thrilled to add mine to the list because she was truly one of my favorite wedding vendors. I booked a bridal hair and makeup trial with Vivian a few months before the wedding (highly recommend!), and I was already blown away. She created a soft glam makeup look that enhanced my natural features in the most gorgeous, romantic way. For hair, I went with a whimsical half-up style, accented with different types of braids and a few soft face-framing pieces--it was exactly the enchanted garden vibe I was going for. I felt like a princess. And somehow... she outdid herself on the actual wedding day. Everything just clicked. My hair had even more texture and dimension, and the makeup was flawless--glowy but not heavy, beautifully blended, and lasted all day and night. I've never felt more confident and radiant. Beyond her artistry, Vivian is just a joy to be around. She brought such a calming and uplifting energy to our bridal suite. She made the whole experience feel personal, fun, and warm--cheering us on like our unofficial hype woman while we practiced a surprise bridal group dance. I honestly felt like I had a talented friend by my side. Yes, Vivian may be a bit pricier than some, but she is absolutely worth it. If you want to feel your best, look your best, and have a vendor who makes the getting-ready process magical, Vivian is the one. I can't thank her enough! read more

Long overdue review for Vivian. She is probably one of the most talented and most genuine people I have ever met. I'm a repeat client and I have never been disappointed with her work. I just tell her the event and what I'm wearing then **boom** she works her magic. I have not had any issues with communicating with her via email. She's very clear about making sure you check your spam and check her IG for email response updates. She comes at a premium but her work is stunning, consistently amazing, and your hair and makeup is sure to turn heads. read more

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OK LISTEN. If you're not booking Vivian....what are you doing?! Vivian is seriously the fairy godmother on your glam day. She takes the time to really understand what her clients want, explaining every detail and really grasping your vision and executes it with flawless precision. I can't recommend her enough for any of your beauty needs. I wish she could do my glam every day! read more

I combed through so many friends', strangers', and vendors' Instagram posts to find my HMUA and was SO thankful to have found Vivian! She actually did my friend's (and several other acquaintances' based on her Instagram) bridal makeup a year or two prior to mine, and I had heard such great things about her. As many other reviews have touched upon, it may take some time for Vivian to respond via email, but she is well worth it!! Vivian was such a pleasure to work with during the trial and day of the wedding. She's very down-to-earth, easy to talk to, and is SO good at what she does! I really appreciate her attention to detail -- whether it was with my hair, my eyes, etc. My makeup and hair also stayed in place for nearly 12 hours and the only thing I really needed to touch up was my lips! She provided a lip kit that stayed in place for quite some time too -- better than any product I own. Thank you so much again for your work and for making me feel my best on such a special day. :)I'd highly recommend Vivian to any bride or to anyone for their special occasion! read more

I am ready to throw down with anyone who wants to argue with me that Vivian is not the best at what she does. I've been following her work for years and knew she was talented but having her work her magic on me and seeing it in person put her on a whole other level. She and her team were punctual and so professional on my wedding day. When I inquired about my date at first, Vivian was already booked for a full day with another bride. I was SO mad at myself for not booking her as soon as I knew my date but then she was able to make it work by squeezing me in between. I was hesitant about working with what seemed like a short time frame but am so glad I decided to trust her!!! The three hours I had her + her team for for were enough for me, four bridesmaids, and my MIL. Her team did a great job with my girls and they were a hoot to hang out with. I asked Vivian for soft (but still hella glam) Hollywood waves with big BIG hair and she delivered. So many people complimented my hair throughout the day and it did not budge or flatten at all and even after dancing in the rain, it still looked amazing. She provided me a touch up kit for my make up but I didn't need to use it, except for the lip gloss (because of all the kissing photos hahaha). I honestly could not be any happier with her services. read more

I had 2 other bridal makeup trials before I decided to book with Vivian Tran Artistry. On your big day every bride wants to look extra beautiful and glamorous. It's a once in a lifetime event. I'm so glad I came across Vivian's work via Yelp. Vivian was so wonderful to work with. I initially booked her for May but had to postpone until September 2020. She was still able to accommodate my bridal party of 6 into her busy wedding schedule. I sent an inquiry on her business page and she responded promptly. On my wedding day, Vivian and her team arrived bright and early at 5:00am to our bridal suite to get us ready by 8:00am. I really like her upbeat personality. It may be tedious to get your hair/makeup done for 3 hours. But, she made it a breeze with our fun conversations. Vivian spent the whole time with me while her two assistants worked on my bridesmaids and MOB. I wanted a soft glam look that enhanced my features rather than having heavy makeup. She perfected exactly kwhat I had envisioned. I loved the sultry eye makeup with neutral tones and gold. I wanted a flowy half up do with beach waves. It turned out so pretty with my Swarvoski hair vine weaved in. I definitely recommend Vivian for bridal makeup or any special occasion. My hair and makeup lasted for 14 hours and still looked flawless. Thanks so much, Vivian! You're awesome! read more

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Vivian is one of the most down to earth, genuine, sweetest, and talented person! Working with Vivian and her team for my wedding was the best investment and decision I have ever made! I couldn't have asked for a better experience. Their talent, professionalism, and attention to detail made me and my bride tribe feel absolutely stunning on my big day. They worked efficiently and skillfully, creating a flawless look that lasted throughout the entire day and night. My bride tribe looked amazing and felt confident and the team's ability to work with different skin tones and hair types was impressive, and they made sure everyone was ready on time. Vivian definitely did magic for me and my cousin and had us looking snatched af. lol I literally wanted to cry but tried to hide back the tears so I didn't ruin her hard work when I saw myself in the mirror. Her work on my hair and make-up LEGIT lasted ALL DAMN DAY so much so that I did not want to take it off before bed at the end of the night and I literally slept with my hair and make-up done and wore my make-up for the next day LOL I told her my vision of my look for the wedding during my bridal trail and she delivered! She took the time to listen to my ideas and preferences, offering expert advice to create a look that perfectly suited my style and wedding theme. The trial session was incredibly helpful, and it gave me full confidence that I would look my best for the big day. On the day of the wedding, Vivian and her team arrived on time, fully prepared, and with a calming presence that eased any pre-wedding jitters. Everyone got along with each other and we were all vibing well all morning getting ready with Vivian and her team. What I appreciated most was the personalized touch. Vivian took into account my skin type, hair texture, and personal style, ensuring that everything was tailored to me. She also provided helpful tips for healthier/better skin leading up towards the big day and maintaining the look throughout the wedding day, which was incredibly thoughtful. My hair and makeup were perfect, not only did they look beautiful in person, but they also photographed wonderfully on all platforms (photobooth, phones, professional cameras, etc), with every detail captured perfectly in our photos. My whole look was amazing and breathtaking, I never felt and looked so good in my life. Vivian is SO WORTH IT! HIRE HER! I can't recommend Vivian highly enough. Her artistry and professionalism made me feel beautiful and stress-free on my wedding day. If you're looking for a hair and makeup artist who will exceed your expectations and make you feel your absolute best, Vivian is the one to choose. Thank you so much for everything Vivian, I cannot thank you enough! I will definitely be a repeat client for future events! read more

Having been a bridesmaid multiple times over the years, I've come to know the importance of having a great HMU team on the big day. I also had a full Pinterest board of inspo photos, so safe to say that I had a very specific look in mind. I booked a trial with Vivian for both my fiance and me to coincide with our engagement photoshoot in September 2019. My trial with Vivian was about 3 hours and we definitely bonded during that time, which made the time fly by very quickly. I was stunned by the result - I've never felt/looked more beautiful in my life! My fiance was also very happy with his grooming session trial. My hair/makeup held for the 1-2 hour engagement photo session at the beach, which was no small feat considering that there ended up being fairly strong winds for the second half of the engagement photo shoot and my hair was loose and in curls. We, like so many others, had to postpone our wedding due to COVID. We were so grateful that Vivian was so understanding and let us postpone without any additional fees. On the day of the wedding, Vivian and her team arrived promptly and quickly got to work on all 10 of us (7 bridesmaids, 2 moms, and 1 bride). Vivian worked solely on me and my fiance and her team members worked on everyone else. All my bridesmaids and moms were very happy with their hair and makeup and most importantly, we were done pretty much on schedule. They even took the time to explain the makeup tool cleaning and hygiene process to my mom and sister, who were more COVID conscious and had never gotten their hair and makeup done before. In addition to great work and professionalism, Vivian was my hype woman on the day of! She whipped out her portable speaker when the one I brought wasn't working and rocked out to my jams with me. I showed Vivian my Pinterest board and she crushed it! Vivian is very detailed with her work and wasn't satisfied until she got it perfect. I was so happy with my look and got so many compliments throughout the day. Even my mother (being a critical Asian mom) approved! Vivian made my fiance's grooming look very natural and he loved the hair products she used so much that he ordered them after the wedding. Vivian even fixed up my mom's hair and she loved it - she said it made her look 10 years younger. My hair and makeup held all through the entire day (it was in the upper 80s all day on our wedding) and Vivian also provided a touch up kit for me to use. I can't recommend Vivian enough! She is the best. read more

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So I found Vivian through Instagram and quickly fell in love with her work. I booked her in the beginning of January 2020 for my august 2020 wedding for myself and 7 bridesmaids. As we know, covid happened and the wedding had to be postponed so I needed to figure out if I could get a refund for my hefty deposit. Initially contacting her was difficult as I would not receive any response for long periods of time. Sadly, I was ready to take another loss for wedding deposit. As time progressed and things started to somewhat reopen in 2021 I decided on a new wedding date and Vivian was able to do my hair/makeup for my engagement pictures and my wedding day. During the engagement glam (which I used as a wedding day makeup trial) she gave me tips on how to hydrate my skin as she is very passionate about skincare. I really appreciated that! Vivian has this energy that makes me feel very comfortable and in good hands. My favorite thing about her work is how she does the "Hollywood waves". Absolute magic and literally lasts all day and night...and then some! Her rates match her work. I know they are steep, but I knew I wanted to splurge to look my best on the wedding day as it is the one special event I have always looked forward to. I have had multiple guests since my wedding asking for her contact! I am happy to have found her, but also that everything worked out in the end. Thanks Vivian! read more

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I'm wondering how to get a hold of Vivian. Initially she was very responsive but it's been a rough start, especially when she tells me she's available to do my bridal trial in 5 days but I don't hear back from her. I've Tried Instagram, calling and leaving a voicemail and multiple emails... it's so frustrating! Especially when you're trying to plan a wedding... Any tips or pointers?? Do I need to send a smoke signal?? Hire a private investigator? Any help would be greatly appreciated. read more

Vivian is the BEST. She did exactly what I requested for and I loved it! Everyone completed me for my look. She brought out the true colors of my eyes which everyone loved and so did I. Besides that, she's a very warm, thoughtful and friendly person. She listens to you and makes you feel super comfortable. No wonder she has great reviews. She has been practicing for almost 15 years and she is very professional. You can see that she has passion for what she does and she takes pride in what she delivers. I highly recommend her and will definitely hire her again. I truly adore her. Book ahead of time as she is very popular and super busy. I booked like 7 months ahead. Trust!! read more

Very talented artist with amazing work, however terribly unprofessional. Poor communicator. Booked her a year before my wedding, then a month before my wedding didn't hear back from her, which is unnecessarily stressful for a bride. I had to scramble to find a back up. She finally reached out a few days before the wedding. I must admit I loved my make up and got so many compliments and people asking for her info. But being a good friend, I would tell them it was not worth the stress she put me through. From a few other reviews, it seems like I'm not the only one who she's done this to, so I don't think she thinks it's a big deal. She needs to prioritize emails/communication or at least get an assistant. read more

You can tell Vivian loves her job and she is a master at her craft. I found her on Instagram and did not personally know anyone who had used her before I booked her. I trusted her by just seeing her work on IG. Her pricing was a little on the higher side but I did not do a trial so I felt I could spend a little more on my wedding day hair and makeup. It's kind of crazy that I trusted her to make me look great without doing a trial, but in the end I know I made the right decision. She made me look amazing! I received so many compliments from my friends and family and I truly looked the best I have ever looked on my wedding day! She listened to what I wanted and gave me a natural look that was beautiful. I did not want to look like a different person on my wedding day after professional makeup and she did exactly what I wanted... she made me look like the best version of myself. The way she curled my fine hair made it look like I had extensions..multiple friends told me they could have sworn I was wearing extensions. The hair and makeup lasted and looked good the entire day. And I had a long day...over 15 hrs. My advice if you want too book Vivian is to book early, a year in advance would not be unreasonable. It will be worth it! She is very busy so cannot always answer emails right away, but she answered and did everything that I asked. She allowed me to move my date after my wedding had to be postponed for COVID and did not charge me an extra fee like some of my other vendors did. I appreciated this SO much. (There were many vendors who charged more when I had to postpone my wedding because they knew I had no choice and they could forced me to pay more.) She was a very honest and a nice person to work with. I cannot thank her or recommend her enough! read more

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I just want to start off with saying Vivian is amazing with bridal hair and make up but there's several factors in the entire experience. Bride hair/makeup (5/5): I couldn't be any happier with how my hair and make up was done for my big day. I got a lot of compliments on how nice my side updo was. I didn't have a vision for how I wanted my make up to look I just said a soft blush look and Vivian delivered. Day of team/time management (2/5): I had 4 bridesmaids and 2 moms doing hair and makeup with Vivian's team and there was only 1 make up and 1 hair person that showed up to do all 6 in 3 hrs. It was extremely hectic to say the least. Everyone felt like they were being rushed. I don't have any getting ready pictures with one of my bridesmaid because their hair wasn't done. I was just stressed right from the start of the day. On top of that the hairdresser teased my mom's hair so much that it looked like a bird's nest and she played it off saying that it looks like there sample picture and it absolutely did not. Overall we felt a lot of attitude from the team. They rushed out of there right when they finished so no one got to ask for any small touch ups. Even as the bride I didn't receive the touch up kit I was promised. Just not a good start to the day. I felt like with the amount of money I paid for the service we should've gotten at least 1 more hairdresser to make it work. Planning/communication (2/5): Vivian takes at least 1.5 weeks to reply to an email and there's no other way to communicate. I feel like this would've been fine during normal wedding planning process but it was a painnnnn when we had to postpone due to Covid. We were always waiting on her response to secure our date and it was extremely stressful. It just wasn't a great experience for us. Overall... I think Vivian is great at what she does but be prepared to be very patient. read more

I have worked with Vivian 4 times now. She did my boudoir makeup the first time I did my boudoir shoot. The makeup came out flawless. She did exactly what I wanted. I wanted something super subtle. I at the time was not a huge makeup person. I even said light styling for my hair. It was kind of boring but is what I wanted at the time. It was a soft curl but looked great. When she was doing my makeup then I told her my man loved 60's inspired makeup and she was like I love that era! It was meant to be. So I decided to schedule a private lesson with her. I was so inept with makeup I could use all the help I could get. :) I was a fun time and I would totally recommend it! The third time I saw her was when I did another boudoir shoot and we went a little bolder this time. Way different look! I have to tell you AHHHH-MAZING!! She truly is a master at her art! The fourth time (and it won't be the last) was when I did headshots. I knew I loved how she made me look and wanted her to do my hair and makeup for it. I wanted her to be there with me so she could touch up my makeup and hair between shots and changes. And she did and much more. She made me look like a million bucks! I highly recommend Vivian to anyone. She does a great job and she is very wonderful at her makeup and hair capabilities! I am sure I will use her again in the near future but I also highly suggest you do too! read more

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I needed makeup done for a family session with my hubs and 3 month old baby. As we all know, moms are busy people so I needed someone close by and easy to reach. I contacted about 4 or 5 people on Yelp and only Vivian got back to me in a timely manner. Her prices are reasonable and she was able to accommodate me at an early time without extra charge. The booking was super easy and hassle free! What surprised me the most initially was her warmth. It was 6am, and I myself was still half asleep, but she was enthusiastic and fun to work with. She mentioned she had a wedding the night before so I was grateful she was willing to take me that early. Her consultation was brief and to the point. She asked all the right questions and I knew right away that she would do a great job. I asked for something more natural, described the dress I would be wearing and mentioned a few hairstyles I liked on Pinterest. The turnout was better than I could have imagined. She did a phenomenal job on my makeup! Even though I just needed photo ready makeup for a family session, this makeup was good enough for weddings or any formal occasion. Next time I need makeup assistance, I'll definitely be giving Vivian a call! read more

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I found Vivian through Instagram and fell inlove with her work! She made me feel so pretty on my wedding day and I got plenty of compliments on my hair and makeup! (Also made my husband cry like a baby because he said I looked so beautiful!) Working with her was a breeze and I definitely recommend her as she knows what she's doing for sure! Thank you Vivian! read more

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Vivian is a fantastic makeup artist and an absolute peach! I didn't start experimenting with makeup until later in life and even then, I tended to be a bit modest in my application. Enter my latest hobby--competitive ballroom dancing--where the makeup is as BOLD as the costumes. Accordingly, I was more than a little bit lost when it came to proper application on competition days. Out of all the makeup artists I contacted, Vivian was the only one willing to take on the task of training me in how to create the FIERCEST of eyes. I scheduled a makeup application lesson with Vivian where she not only showed and explained how to apply a competition look, she also watched and critiqued my self-application so that I could replicate the look for my next event. All this complete with a list of suggested products and a recap video in case I forgot any details. With Vivian's tutelage and some practice, I'm now confident that I can get my makeup competition ready this fall. read more

Vivian's skills are not only on point but her personality is just the cherry on top of the amazing experiences I had with her throughout my wedding planning to day of make up. First off, I contacted at least three artists and she was the first to respond in a timely matter. Her website was also so professional and made me excited to see how our interaction would play out. I contacted her and scheduled an in Home trial for my engagement pictures and we vibed right away. We love animals and she told me about her cats and I went on and on about my dog. Good times! After my engagement pictures were taken I wanted to change it up a little bit for my wedding day and asked her for her advice and opinions which she gladly assured me that it wouldn't be a problem. Fast forward a couple months later and my wedding day has arrived. I'm having a traditional vietnamese wedding which entails multiple events even before the ceremony. Vivian has been given final details and comes to my hotel at 4:30AM! The first face I see on the day of and she's all smiles. We get to work right away and some tunes get us up and moving! Hair & make up for two hours and we're ready for the camera crew! I have also add I have really long all natural hair and the curls alone were to die for! Her team also worked on two bridesmaids and both mothers while Vivian stuck with me. I thank her profusely and off they go. Lastly I see Vivian again around 5:30pm for a night look/ touch up session. I think it was def worth it especially after such a long day already! Plus the tears have definitely been streaming down my face. She meets me at the wedding venue and gets to work. Changed up my hair style and a little change up in lip color for the night and I'm good to go again for cocktail hour and the endless instant photos we take with our guests. The pictures say it all and I could not thank Vivian enough for all her hard work, time, and travel for me! read more

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Wow, I don't even know where to begin with this review because there truly aren't enough words to express how talented Vivian and her team are! I spent a lot of time and research trying to find the best hair and makeup team for my wedding day and I believe these photos speak for themselves that Vivian is out of this world talented. She brought my dream wedding hair and makeup to life and everyone's mind including mine were blown with how amazing it came out. I felt like a queen on my wedding day, I truly did and that's all because of Vivian. If her talent isn't enough to book her, she is so down to earth, sweet and funny. I enjoyed every moment with her during my wedding day morning! I have nothing but positive things to say about Vivian and her team and I will refer every bride to be to her!!! Forever mesmerized by my wedding photos. Thank you Vivian. read more

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I had Vivian do my wedding make up and hair for my reception and my husband said it was the best make up job he's ever seen compared to other professionals I've been with. She was very understanding of my concerns with keeping my bangs in the front for my updo as I'm insecure about my forehead (lol) and she managed to make it work. My make up and hair lasted all night and I got so many compliments from my guests. I was so sad to remove it at the end of the night because I know I'll never be able to look as pretty as she made me that night so thanks again, Vivian!!! read more

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You know your wedding is complete when you become the most beautiful bride ever, lol jk. That is just how amazed I am with her work. My hair and makeup was perfect, exactly how I wanted. It lasted all day and she is super super sweet! Although horrible with returning emails, she was WORTH it. So those who are thinking about choosing her, just know, it will pay off. Thank you so much Vivian! read more

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I can't believe I waited so long to write this review. I completely forgot. Sorry Vivian! So our wedding was Feb 2016 and I found Vivian through yelp and it was one of the best decision I made! I was choosing between her and a couple of other make-up artist for both hair/makeup in the Orange County area. Her price was very reasonable. Not the cheapest I found but far from the most expensive. What made me choose her was the way she answered her email. She showed (through email) this sweet, and genuinely nice personality in the way she spoke and I loved it. And when I met her in person for my trial, she was exactly that. She was super sweet and it was fun talking to her while she was doing my hair and make up. The make up felt so nice and light, and I didn't look at myself and thought... EWW. I looked at myself and was like, that is me and I LOVE IT. Me and my bridesmaids were all very simple in terms of make up, so I needed someone who would give us a very natural look and Vivian delivered. She listen to exactly what I wanted and wasn't pushy about anything. On the day of the wedding, we started at 5am and needed to be done with me, my mom (hair and make up) and 4 bridesmaids (make up only by 8:30). I decided to do a different hair style from the trial but I wasn't too sure exactly what I wanted my hair to look and I let her create what she thought was best with the criteria I needed (hair down, bangs to one side and a hair piece) and I loved it. And when Vivian was done with my mom's hair and make up, I loved Vivian forever because she looked so good! (I have Always hated the person that my mom goes to to get her make up done). Vivian brought another make up artist (Rachelle Games) to do my bridesmaids makeup and she also did a fantastic job. All my bridesmaid loved it and they are picky and I loved it on them. No one looked caked or a totally different person which was exactly what we wanted. My sister did my bridesmaid hair so any pictures I post of the bridesmaids is strictly for the make up. The make up held all day and felt great. I didn't feel like I wanted to take it off half way through. And she gave us a little touch up kit which was so nice. I love Vivian and Rachelle. I am so proud to recommend when anyone ask without hesitation. Please check out the photos, these are untouched photos by my photographer D.Park Photography. read more

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If I could give Vivian a million stars on this app I would!!! She achieved the exact look I wanted for my wedding day and I couldn't be happier with her work! She's a total professional, arrived right on time and stayed nearby the venue the night before to ensure she would be on time bright and early the day of my wedding with no issue. She brought everything with her, a nice chair for me to get glammed up in, huge bags full of so many tools and makeup and hair supplies...she is equipped for anything and everything. She also takes cleanliness and hygiene with all her makeup and tools super serious, and doesn't cross contaminate, which many MUAs these days do not. I really appreciated that part. I only slept 2 hours the night before, I'm middle aged, have redness and uneven skin tone, acne scars and the list goes on. She knows how to fix every possible issue and will make you look your absolute best for your big day. And she's such a sweetheart and has a very easy going personality. Hands down the best hair and makeup artist EVERRR!!! :) read more

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I was referred to Vivian by a friend. There are not many H&MU artists out there that are EQUALLY talented in hairstyles and make-up, but I can promise you, Vivian's work will not disappoint! She truly knows what she is doing and will make you feel like your most beautiful self on your wedding day. Her team is super talented as well so no need to worry, your bridesmaids are in good hands! read more

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Very unhappy with Vivian I'm a bridesmaid for this upcoming Sunday and she decides to cancel on me today when I booked her a few months ago with a deposit very disappointed now I have to look for someone for this Sunday So unprofessional! read more

Vivian Tran deserves these 5 stars. My sister in law just recently got married in Temecula this past Saturday and hired Vivian to do her make up (she found Vivian through good ol' Yelp). While my sister in law was planning her wedding (stressful task to take on, which I can vouch for because I was pretty stressed planning my own a few years back), she told me that she was considering two make up artists. And unfortunately one of them just did not make the cut for her, as she did not like the way her make up turned out for her engagement photos. And so she decided to meet with Vivian and hire her for the wedding. Anyways, I first met Vivian at my sister in law's hotel (she was staying at The Inn at Europa Village) Saturday morning a little after 8 am. Vivian, along with another make up artist, Carla (I think that is her name), on her team was there. Carla worked on my make up and Vivian worked on my hair (Vivian did the make up for my sister in law and did some make up for the other bridesmaid. She also did make up for the mother of the groom as well). I told Carla that I wanted something real light but that I would just leave up the rest up to her, as I fully trust the experts in this field. As Carla was working on my face (she took a little less than an hour), she and I just made small talk about the different wineries in the area and also about food in general. She was very easy to talk to and was able to put me at ease, as I was feeling a little anxious that morning (I was the matron of honor and unfortunately I came a little late that morning and hoped that I did not take up take from the next person who needed to get her make up done by her). Carla shaped my eyebrows and also put on eyelash extensions. I thought she drew my eyebrows in a little on the thick side, which I was not used to (well to be honest, I don't wear make up at all unless it is for photo shoots and special occasions. I also do not do my own make up and always need someone else to apply it for me.. yep, I am one of those girls). But I didn't realize that the eyebrows were what was throwing me off when I saw my face in the mirror, so I did not ask Carla to adjust it (throughout the process, Carla always checked with me if I wanted anything to be changed on my face). Then after make up, I had Vivian do my hair. I told her that all I wanted was for all of my hair to be up because this wedding was going to be outside and the weather for that day was supposed to be hot (was predicted to be 99*F for that day). Then I told her that she can do whatever she would like with my hair because I trust her judgement. Vivian was so incredibly friendly, just as Carla was. I felt like I was talking to an old friend as the time flew by. She ended up doing this beautiful updo for my hair that I thought really pulled my overall look together. With the make up and the hair, it really made me feel like I was all put together and looked the part as the matron of honor (because before the hair, I wasn't quite sure but once I saw my hair, I knew it was the right look). Vivian took a few photos of my hair and make up so that I could see how I looked on camera and she was really cool about sending them to me so that I could send them to my husband and a few of my friends and family members. After everyone was all done with make up and hair (Vivian truly made my sister in law blossom into a beautiful, mature woman. Her make up and hair was just so gorgeous and I really just couldn't stop admiring her), Carla left but Vivian stayed with us. She was with us until after the wedding ceremony (which was inside a church, but the reception was outdoors). She touched up my make up, the other bridesmaid and my sister in laws. Then she left around 3:45 pm. As the day wore on, my make up stayed on beautifully. I was afraid that with the heat, my make up would melt or run, but it stayed on nicely. I had that fresh looking face that I had since that morning (it was also helpful that the sun went down sooner than expected and the outdoor venue had those mist sprays to keep things cool). Vivian is such a talented young lady. She is down to earth and really easy to talk to. She is very reliable and cares about her clients. I liked that she also took the initiative to help the bride and bridal party while transporting items to the bridal suite before heading off to the church for the ceremony (she just helped carry items and so forth, even when no one asked her). I will definitely consider using Vivian's service in the future for my future photo shoots. Just some additional notes: Vivian is currently charging $150 for hair and make up (non bridal) or $80 just for make up. But charges $100 for more extravagant make up (her words "Avant Garde Type Make Up"). All services are done in salon, otherwise there is a $300 minimum to travel to location. Her salon is currently in Garden Grove, but starting July 20, she will be moving to Tustin. read more

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Vivian was on time, and did a great job! She did my sister's wedding, and we all turned out beautifully! She was easy going, and very friendly. As the bridesmaids, we wanted a little more natural, and she did such a fabulous job! For the bride, she added hair extensions and finished her makeup on time. I can't wait to see her photos, as I think they will be amazing! Photos that were taken on regular smart phones came out beautifully, so I can't imagine how great they will look taken by the photographer. I would highly recommend Vivian! read more

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Vivian's team did myself and my bridal party's HMU for my wedding in Palm Springs. She was such a positive light and executed on the exact vision I was going for! We received a lot of compliments around how everyone looked. Sometimes it might take a minute for her to get back to you because of how busy her business is. In my experience she has always replied and discussed next steps. I actually did a few trials with her because I wanted to try different looks and she was always so flexible with me! I am half asian and it was important to me to have an artist who could make me look my best and has experience with all types of brides. Thank you Vivian! read more

I found Vivian through Instagram and loved her work. It's hard to find an artist that you instantly connect with. It felt like I've known Vivian for a long time. From the day I messaged her to inquire up until the wedding day, talking and connecting with Vivian felt like a breeze for someone who's very shy. I booked Vivian way before the pandemic happened. Though it was very tough during this unprecedented time and contacting her may have been difficult, but Vivian still pulled through with my trial and original wedding day. Vivian and her whole team are very talented. They made all my girls and I feel beautiful on my wedding day. Our hair and makeup were on point and it stayed all night. Everyone also connected so easily with each artists. I couldn't have asked for a better team. I wholeheartedly trusted Vivian. I have fine, thin hair, but she worked her magic and made my hair look fuller without hair extensions. She made me feel beautiful and gave me the confidence on both my trial and wedding day. I've never really felt this way about myself. So I can't thank you enough, Vivian!! I not only found my HMU artist, but I also gained a friend. read more

I had the joy of watching Vivian work twice now. She listens to what you want and openly asks you what you don't like. After my makeup was done she said, "tell me whatever you want me to change. It's not my face, it's yours so it won't hurt my feelings." It's helpful when you're a people pleaser and would feel bad otherwise. She took roughly 50 minutes for my bridesmaid makeup and another 50 minutes for the other bridesmaid too. With hair it would be another 30 minutes or so. I've seen her do bridal makeup and that took her longer. I'm sure it depends on what you want. A bonus, she comes with music! She'll play music on her speakers and get you in the mood for whatever it is you're getting dolled up for. read more

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Vivian has done my make-up/hair for a few special occasions. From my maternity to newborn photo sessions and fundraiser galas. She is a sweetheart, very talented and detail oriented. She has always been on time and very accommodating. I found her on Yelp as well, lately I've been looking for a back up artist since Vivian is unavailable this month, so far I haven't found anyone as responsive as she has always been... read more

Vivian does not need another amazing review to convince anyone she is oozing with talent but I am writing this because I genuinely can not thank her enough and trying to find every possible way to show my appreciation. I don't even know Vivian. I witnessed her do my friend's bridal makeup and I fell in love without even saying a word to her. I knew I was going to book Vivian one day (when I get married...) and it was literally one of the first things I did the minute I got engaged. haha. No need for a trial. The week of the wedding I told her my wedding theme, dress and what I had envision and we instantly aligned. She is literally your hype girl for your wedding and just makes you feel sooooo gooood about all your decisions but also give you her two cents to bring your vision to the next level. I already had a pretty strong idea of what I wanted but after I talked to her, I felt soooo confident I was making the right decisions. PLUS she was sooo excited to create my look that it only got me more excited. Vivian will support you as a bride, help you be your true self and highlight the best features so you are absolutely glowing!! I'm not kidding - my guests (EVERYONE) couldn't stop saying how radiant I was and the incredible part is the makeup/hair lasted THE ENTIRE DAY!!! Didn't even rub off. OMG. It's like magic!! She made me look my best, my hair was on point + and makeup was on fleek! Vivian is a master at her craft and you can tell she truly LOVES what she does. I would recommend Vivian a million times over and literally I can't stop telling everyone about her. She is one of the sweetest humans and trust me - DON'T WAIT, LOCK HER IN EARLY!! read more

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When I first met Vivian, I knew it was love :) I came in for a trial and we were wearing the exact same outfit! I was torn between having my hair up or down for my wedding and Vivian totally convinced me that having it up was the way to go! She said that I could have my hair down for any occasion but asked how often I would get to have my hair in a pretty up-do. Two hours later and I loved my hair and makeup! I knew from that moment on that I would trust her no matter what! Flash forward a few months later and it was time for our joint bachelor/bachelorette party. I reached out to Vivian because I wanted to look like a fox. Since I decided on having my hair up for my wedding, I wanted to have it down for the party. She asked if I had any makeup looks in mind and this time I told her to do whatever she wanted. Did I already mention that you should trust her? She made me feel gorgeous! Then the big day finally came! Vivian and her assistant (I believe her name was Nicole?) arrived to the hotel right at 5am and started working on my bridal party, flower girls/jr. bridesmaid, and our mothers. One by one, I watched as everyone got their hair and makeup done. I heard nothing but great things about both Vivian and Nicole. My mom is the toughest critic of them all! She was very nervous about getting her hair/makeup done since she had a traumatizing experience in the past. After Vivian did her makeup, it made me happy to see how happy and confident my mom was. She was taking selfies! :) Vivian made everyone, including myself, feel stunningl! I have never felt more beautiful than on my wedding day! Thanks Vivian! Love you, girl! read more

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Vivian did a phenomenal job on my wedding hair and makeup and I cannot thank her enough for making me look beautiful. It was a glowy, natural, radiant look that lasted the whole day. I received so many compliments both on my hair and makeup. Attached are pictures so you can see for yourself. It's super convenient that she does both so I didn't have to find a separate hair stylist. She is professional, personable, and very easy to talk to. I was concerned that my eyelashes were too much, but in the end I trusted her and I'm so glad I did. This is her passion and she is the best. read more

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I was looking for hair and makeup artist in the Orange County area for my engagement photo shoot, and I am So Freaking happy that I came across Vivian! She's a fast responder to your messages, she's so sweet, she listens and gives you her opinion (when asked). Loved every minute with Vivian, I actually think she may be my cousin from another era lol, we had a lot of fun! Her apartment may be tricky to find, but if anything get ahold of her, she'll help you! Thank you Vivian!! I plan on using her for my wedding day as well! read more

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Highly recommended for wedding hair and make up! She is worth every penny and more! Vivian has such a gift in both hair and make up, plus she's extremely professional about her job and laid back at the same time so that your day starts off smoothly. I found Vivian through Yelp and checked out her website, which instantly made me believe that she was going to be the perfect make up artist for my special day. When I found out that she was in Tustin, it made me feel relaxed that she wouldn't be too far out of the way. Of course, I contacted her to see if she was available for my wedding and took note of her quotes. She responded within the week and luckily she was available but had other brides waiting for the same day. Fortunately, she gave me the heads up since I contacted her first, so I felt incredibly lucky. Once I secured my spot with Vivian, I tried to schedule a trial before my wedding shower. Meeting Vivian was so fun! She's fully concentrated to make you look gorgeous, even though she knows it's just a trial. She gave me the look that I wanted and felt comfortable in and then before I took off, she switched up the hair style to make it a little more casual and messy looking for my outdoor wedding shower (still gorgeous!!) - Vivian suggested it so that the hair and make up would still be a good surprise for my actual wedding day. If anyone ever worries about their hair and make up, a trial is recommended. With Vivian, the trial basically makes you feel confident that your hair and make up will look absolutely stunning, from the start of the day to the end of the night! When I took my pins down from my updo, my hair still looked amazing with my curls down. You really can't go wrong even if your hair somehow hates those Bobby pins while you're dancing around. It's like magic. You can never look bad. Seriously. For my wedding party, I needed hair and make up done for my 4 bridesmaids and my mom. Vivian was able to find a team of two other talented artists to help make everyone look beautiful within our time slot while she was focused to be my hair and make up artist for 3 hours. They all came in exactly when they said they would and began work right away and completed everything including clean up before anyone showed up. It was so quick that I felt bad for not telling my photographer and Videographer to come sooner, but that's what happens when you have professional vendors that stick to their time schedules! There is no added stress on being behind schedule when you work with Vivian. Vivian and her team brought in everything you could imagine a dream team to bring, which included a large layout of make up tools, hair tools, chairs, lighting, music, emergency touch up kit for the bride, their friendly attitudes and fun personalities! I provided some baby's breath and seeded eucalyptus leaves and asked if Vivian and her team could work with those for our hair accessories. The team nailed the baby's breath placements and Vivian made me feel elegant with that extra touch of seeded eucalyptus surrounding my gold/pearl hair pin and baby's breath. Simply amazing. Classy and elegant, just the way I imagined it to be. I wanted to wait until the professional photos came out before my review, but I'll post these ones and a couple sneak peeks for now! Thanks again, Vivian! You have no idea how many compliments I received when everyone saw me! Everything was worth it. You are something special and I hope you know it!! I look forward to contacting you again for any future big days of my life! Love you!! read more

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Vivian did my hair and makeup for my wedding, as well as my mom and mother-in-law's makeup. She did an AMAZING job! Not only did she navigate through my mom's nervousness with ease, Vivian was very clear on what to expect and didn't over-promise anything that couldn't be delivered. Everything was concise and to the point, but friendly and conversational. Vivian does NOT filter or manipulate her images. That's one of the main reasons why I went with her. It's easy to sell someone when you use Oprah lighting effects on all your pictures, but she's the real deal. Not only did we all get radiant finishes, none of us had to touch-up our makeup all day (I didn't even blot, and I'm usually a grease monster). I also had lovely compliments about my hair the entire day. All I did was send her a couple of picture inspirations and a few lines of what I wanted: romantic hair and glowy skin, like I regularly bathe in the blood of virgins. Vivian NAILED it. Beyond being talented, she's so easy to talk to and super sweet. I'm so glad I chose her to be my HMU and wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for special event HMU! Thanks, V! read more

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I honestly have no idea how I made it to this point in my life with the makeup I have somehow learned to apply. Matching foundation appears to require a chemistry degree, contouring completely bamboozles me, and I don't know what concealer is for. I've had a few weddings to attend in the last six months - you know, living that #latetwenties lifestyle hard - so luckily I had Vivian come to the rescue because I sure as hell didn't know what I was doing. "What kind of style are you looking for?" OMG I don't know, the kind where I look good, but not so good I outshine the bride? And she delivered. Vivian has an amazing personality that really comes through during the time you spend in her chair and it's hard not to feel comfortable right away. Her hours are very flexible and she does all bridal work on the weekends, and non-bridal (trials, maternity shoots, etc) on the weekdays. Check her out on Instagram - @viviantranmakeup and you can see for yourself! None of her photos are touched up or filtered so you know you're getting the real deal. read more