Wow Wendy! I didn't know my skin could feel so good! I visited Wendy for some advice on skin and makeup since I'm considered "advanced age". I'm not a girlie girl and fell down the rabbit hold of using social media for skincare advice. First, I got a mini facial which was so relaxing. Wendy asked me what kind of products I was using and filled me in on what was and wasn't good for my skin. The bed was heated and I really enjoyed it. My skin was dry and the products she used really moisturized it and plumped it up (in a good way). After that, we went through my makeup stash. There was no judgement. She asked what I hoped to get out of using that product and why it was good (or not) for my skin. I had her teach me how to apply my makeup (see the comment above about not being a girlie girl). I don't like to spend lots of time on that, so I told her, and she gave me the short version of what to do. Overall, it was a great, relaxing, and informative experience and I will be returning. Thanks Wendy! read more

Wendy is the best!! She has helped me clear up stubborn hormonal acne, and given me long lasting results that helped me gain my confidence back. She has also educated me on what products are best to use for my skin type and given me lots of tips and tricks that I can use to better care for my skin. She lets me pick whatever music I want to listen to and the bed is always warm and comfy She is the funniest esthetician I have ever seen and I look forward to every facial I receive from her, she truly is an expert at her craft. I cannot recommend her enough, she has transformed my skin!! read more

Wendy did an amazing job on my face. She was flexible with my schedule and I had to go to a wedding on Sunday. She walked me through the process of preparing my face and she made my face feel amazing with the makeup. Her knowledge on make up was amazing. I'm super excited that she works on my face. read more

I did a custom facial. It was a great experience! The bed was heated, I received a relaxing face and shoulder massage. She targeted all my problem areas and informed me of recommendations and information on my skin that I wasn't even aware of. She is extremely knowledgeable and passionate about her craft. My skin feels and looks rejuvenated. I will definitely be returning! read more

Wendy does a great job at meeting your needs. I have gone to see her for about 2 months now and I have seen such a difference in my skin! I came to her with no knowledge of skincare and struggling to find out what would work for me. She was honest and assured me that she would help me out. read more

I love Wendy! Been going to her for my facials for 8 years and she just did my wedding makeup too. She has an eye for beauty and is very particular. Every time she's done my makeup it's my favorite. read more

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Wendy is not only an amazing make-up artist but also so much fun person to have on your wedding day or event. She is also a highly skilled aesthetician that got my skin prepped and glowing for my wedding day. I had a spa day with my close family and she was just a great host and made everyone feel special and personalized their whole skin routine. On the wedding day I highly recommend paying for her to come on site for photos. Throughout my pictures she would make sure I was always photo ready and completely spoiled me and my wedding party. read more

Wendy City Faces - Makeup Artists Near Me - Aurora, Illinois

I've had the pleasure of having Wendy do my makeup on multiple occasions now, and each time is wonderful. She always listens to your wants/needs and makes you look and feel your best. My mother, sister and I all saw Wendy a few months prior my wedding for facials and treatment to prep our skin and the results were incredible! During my trial, she patiently worked with me on finding the best colors and look for my big day. On our wedding day- a very hot and humid day in June, Wendy was prompt, efficient and light-hearted making the morning that much more fun. She was able to do makeup (that lasted all night!!!) for myself, mother, grandmother and my two bridesmaids- nailing the look we all wanted. She supplied each lady with a little touch up kit and went above and beyond. I highly recommend Wendy for so many reasons - professional, talented, intelligent, prompt, flexible, efficient, super fun, generous and more! !! LOVE LOVE LOVE HER!! :-) read more

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We absolutely loved working with Wendy for our wedding. She was amazing from start to finish, from the trial to facials for me and my husband before the wedding to working with all of the girls. Every single girl loved their make up and looked beautiful. Best part was that it lasted from early in the morning through the entire day, even after dancing. Wendy, we are so appreciative of everything you did for us, we cannot wait to use you in the future and recommend you to our friends getting married soon! read more

I am so thrilled I found Wendy! After years of spending a fortune trying every product that promises to help with redness/roasacea, after just two facials I have seen great improvement in my skin!! She has extensive expertise in skin treatments and has helped me even more than my dermatologist. My skin looks and feels amazing for the first time in so long. Thank you Wendy!! read more

Cannot recommend Wendy enough. Went to her for a custom facial. She did amazing work, and educated me a ton on what I can do for better skin. She *listened to me*, which not every does, so for that reason alone I recommend Wendy. I can't wait to go back for my next facial when my skin is better from Wendy's recommendations. read more

I had such a great experience working with Wendy for our wedding. She helped my skin to improve leading up and provided an absolutely beautiful bridal makeover for the day of. All of my bridal party and family looked gorgeous! She is honest and cares so much about making you look better than you imagine. She keeps the look natural while highlighting your natural beauty. Her cost is very reasonable and competitive. I would highly recommend. read more

Wendy is a fabulous Aestitician and makeup artist. She truly gets to know you and your skin and w wry one is treated on an individualized basis. Her product line she uses is outstanding and she keeps your skin youthful and wrinkle free. Make sure you try her out for a great facial d good makeup application! read more

If you want to look #flawless on your wedding day, Wendy is your girl! She is a true master and made me look amazing but also ensured I looked and felt like myself. She has this awesome power to really bring out everyone's true beauty. Not only does she have incredible skills as a make-up artist, she is also a fantastic esthetician. Why is this important to your wedding day look? Well, if you have any pre-existing skin issues like acne or fine lines she will help you get this in order prior to your big day. She will ensure that your skin shines from the inside-out which is really a unique attribute to her services that many artists don't offer. Ever since I began working with Wendy I receive compliments on my skin all of the time and that NEVER used to happen. On my wedding day Wendy was fantastic! Her team made myself, my mother and bridesmaids all look amazing. She made me feel so beautiful and ensured I was wedding day perfect. She even followed us to the church to double check I looked great right before walking down the aisle! My make-up stayed picture perfect through all the happy tears and dancing into the night. I truly cannot say enough about how awesome she is. She was so great many of my friends have booked her up already for their weddings! I am also looking forward to Wendy doing the make-up for my sister's wedding in July! As my sister said "I don't think I could get married without Wendy". I think that really says it all. read more

Wendy was my makeup artist for my wedding day but she was so much more--she was a friend and a delight to our entire wedding party! All of the girls looked so pretty and like themselves--not "overdone" at all. I would recommend her to any bride without reservations. She made me feel amazingly beautiful on my wedding day. I am continuing to use her skin care products as well as they have really improved my complexion. read more

Wendy has an EXTENSIVE background in makeup & skin care - she travels and has a small "retreat" in her home where she see clients. She provides a full list of spa quality treatments & is up to date on the latest innovations, she's definitely worth a call. My wife & her bridesmaids used her for her wedding makeup/prep. My kids & I have seen Wendy for facials. We've always been super happy with the results & we continue to go back. It's a plus that she's down to earth, super easy to get in touch with & pricing is not outrageous like in some "spa's". read more

Wendy is so, so great! She did my makeup for my wedding and I got a ton of compliments. Before the big day I visited her for regular facials and she taught me all about different products, what they do, and how to use them. Her products are very high quality. Wendy doesn't push the entire product regimen on you if you aren't looking for that - she helps by saying "this one you might not need to use right now but this other one is really necessary to improve your skin", etc. I continue to go back to Wendy even after the wedding because my skin feels and looks so much better when works her magic. Definitely recommend! read more

Wendy City Faces - Makeup Artists Near Me - Aurora, Illinois

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Wendy was fantastic and very professional! She was part of our team when we held a 15,000 annual association event at McCormick Place. Her cosmetic skills touched various executives and guest speakers such as Nancy Giles, Doris Kearns Goodwin and Patrick Lencioni. Wendy was quick, professional and knew the right looks. Please email me as a reference if you have questions. read more

Wendy, Wendy, Wendy...it is easy to make young brides look amazing, but you did it for me, the MOB, as well! Wendy really knows skin, skincare and how to make the most of it at any age. All of the women in my daughter's wedding party this weekend looked incredible and not overdone. She has years of experience from TV to photo shoots so you are assured to look your best and most natural self when Wendy is involved. She is also a fun person to work with. I started a skincare regimen well in advance of the wedding so I could look my best. She literally took about 10 years off my face with treatments specifically targeted at mature skin and age lines. I was very happy that Effortless Events, our planner, recommended her for the wedding. If you want the best in make-up and skincare, Wendy City Faces is your 'go to' girl! read more

I booked Wendy for my wedding. She executed the perfect look that I wanted as well as the look I envisioned for my bridesmaids. She was very sweet and did a wonderful job! She is very talented and knows what she is talking about. She even helped my mom out on the day of the wedding with applying some finishing touches to her make up and applying false lashes. read more

Wendy City Faces - Makeup Artists Near Me - Aurora, Illinois

I never would've believed it had I not had this happen to me personally. I have gotten my makeup done several times before, and for some reason -- it's never worked out, and they've made me look either too done up and makeup-ee or not enough and I look like a white powder puff ready to be put in a coffin. So when my cousin Dina (Dina No. 1) told me about this fabulous makeup artist named Wendy Woodside, I was skeptical and thought, "Okay, okay...I'll give her a try for YOU, but I'm not making any promises." ONE OF THE BEST DECISIONS OF MY LIFE -- HANDS DOWN!!!!! Ladies (and gents), she is worth every single penny because what you are going to get is star treatment and Hollywood results -- I'm not kidding. And the best part about Wendy is -- she CARES. She genuinely cares about her clients and wants them to be happy, but she also will be honest about what she recommends. She knows her business!!! She did my makeup for my wedding day, this past March 5, 2011, and my mom's and my sister-in-law's -- WOW. I danced and danced and danced all night -- was sweating and panting. I thought, "I better check my makeup!!" I NEVER NEEDED TO TOUCH UP A THING!!!!! The makeup stayed as perfectly as when she first put it on!!!! I would have never believed it -- never!!!! I did not touch my face ALL DAY AND ALL NIGHT!!!!!! And if you're still skeptical, listen to this. I even had my friends' HUSBANDS commenting on my makeup and telling me that it looked so flawless and natural!!!!! Everyone asked who did my makeup because it just looked that perfect and that beautiful on my face. Wendy is the epitome of an artist. It's truly ART what she does and she's the absolute best at it!!! Thank you, Wendy dear -- I know I wrote a lot, but you know how I feel about you and how incredibly grateful to you I am for making me look so beautiful on my very special day!!!! I love you dearly, my new friend! I'll see you soon for my facial, too!!! (Dina No. 2) Dina Villis-Mancillas read more

Hands down, best make-up artist and esthetician! I worked with Wendy for make-up for our wedding and could not have been happier. Not only is she beyond talented, she made the day fun too. You can tell that she really loves what she does. I have never felt more beautiful and our entire bridal party looked gorgeous. Call Wendy today! I promise you will be so glad that you did. Leading up to the wedding I also went to see Wendy for what she calls her, "bridal boot camp" for a series of facials and a skincare regimen, and my skin has never looked or felt better!! read more

If i could give 10 stars i would!! Wendy was so amazing through the whole process. The communication, the care, my makeup for engagement photos, the wedding makeup trial. She is so comforting and personable, and helped talk me down when i needed when i was stressing about my skin or the wedding day makeup after the trial. A few days before the wedding, (i was having major anxiety, every bride wants to look the best they can) and wendy told me to come over, and we went through everything again and she made me feel so much better. Wedding day she went above and beyond! Got to the hotel early to set up, was so great with the girls and the photographer. She helped wherever she could or helping my girls get their dresses on. She even went over to the guys room to pin all their boutennieres! I cant express how thankful i am to her, and will ask her to my makeup for EVERY special event. If you are in the area or not, wendy is so worth it! Stop looking! Call her now! I hope this review helps many many brides that want their makeup how they envisioned it would be! I love you Wendy!! Thank you for being a part of making our wedding so perfect! read more

I LOVE Wendy! My wedding is next week so I have been working with Wendy to prep my skin so I can look and feel my best for our big day. I have worked with Wendy before years ago in theater productions and I am thrilled to be working with her again. She instantly makes you feel welcome and like an long time friend. The facial I received was insanely relaxing and she kept me informed on what she was doing and why. My skin has never looked and felt this amazing. Wendy was able to do my makeup for my bridal shower as well and it was simple and natural! In short, Wendy is AMAZING! I am recommending everyone I know to her for facials, makeup and awesome skin products! read more

Wendy did my makeup for my wedding in December 2012 - a winter wedding for an Asian bride. Two difficult things for some makeup artists to do I think - emphasis on the Asian makeup part. Wendy did an awesome job on my makeup, my mom's makeup, bridesmaid, grandma, and two moms. Prior to the big day, I did a few facials with Wendy, a spray tan, and she also did makeup trials for my mom and myself as well. I appreciate that she's a licensed aesthetician, so she was able to address a few skin issues prior to the wedding day. My skin was flawless for the day and I couldn't have been happier! read more

I love going to see Wendy for my facials. She is very knowledgeable about any issue I may be experiencing at the time. Wendy KNOWS what she is doing! She's has been in the industry for many years! She used powerful and effective products and treatments to help me achieve an even and clear skin tone. Not only has she helped combat and resolve all of my skin issues, I am now equipped with the products and knowledge to care for my skin at home as well. I will continue to book Wendy for my monthly maintenance facials. Wendy is very accommodating and is always a pleasant to chat with. read more

Wendy, her facials and her products have done miracles on my skin! She is knowledgeable, engaging, and a true professional in her area. She is able to recommend services and products that actually improve the quality and clarity of my skin, with lasting results (not your typical only-works-once!). I have acne scarring, very light, thin, and sensitive skin but leave her table and home feeling dewy, soft, and more beautiful than ever- and knowing that I can keep these results going since I'm taking home products that will continue to work. She's heavy on the samples too- which is FANTASTIC! She just wants you to know what your skin needs to stay healthy, but doesn't push anything on you if you're not interested or sticking to a budget. read more

Omg WENDY IS AMAZING!!! She did my makeup for my wedding day, as well as my bridesmaids, my mom and my aunts. She seriously made each one of us feel like a movie star! She's super attentive and gave me and all my ladies the exact looks we wanted! I can't say enough good things! And bonus? I didn't have to touch up my makeup the entire day and night! She's also such a wonderful esthetician! She helped get my skin in perfect shape for my big day and is continuing to keep my skin looking it's best after! I cannot recommend her enough! read more

This review is overdue, sorry Wendy. Wendy did an amazing job. So thorough. I was very happy indeed. I'd go more often but it's so far from where I live. Wish she was mobile :) read more

Wendy is fabulous at facials and very talented with the art of make up. Her Custom Blend foundation and High Definition powder is one of my favorites! Wendy sells Glo Therapeutics facial products, which are the best of the best. Wendy is professional and will work with a tough schedule. Her knowledge and experience are priceless. Definitely, a diamond in the sand for facials, skincare and makeup. Jenny Lindgren read more

Wendy was the makeup artist for my summer 2010 wedding. She made me and my bridesmaids look beautiful! She knows exactly what she's doing, and she also helped me get my skin looking radiant during the months leading up to the wedding with her skincare products. Some of my bridesmaids initially opted to do their makeup themselves but then changed their minds when they saw Wendy's work on me and the other girls! This led to some time issues, so I recommend you allow more time than you think for Wendy to do everyone's makeup - don't hire a second makeup artist (in our case, this ended up being a bad idea), just block off more time with Wendy! You and your wedding party will be happy you chose her. read more

Wendy did my wedding makeup and it was FABULOUS! She's a little kooky, but is hilarious and sweet. Definitely kept us entertained and made everyone look fantastic. read more

Wendy and Ginger met us in the city for my daughter's Debutante Ball-they were wonderful!! The whole process ,which seemed overwhelming at first, was actually quite fun thanks to their skill and personalities-the whole process was fun!! They listened to what each had to say and added their professionalism with beautiful results!! My wife looked beautiful all evening and my daughter looked gorgeous! read more

I am so happy to have Wendy in my life! Her warm, friendly personality and expertise in skincare and makeup helped me stay calm through all of my wedding planning. She even stayed later on my wedding day to make sure everything went smoothly for all of the girls. Wendy has done my makeup for 3 wedding now (including my own). She has also helped my mom, sister, and me with our skin and we've never looked better! I highly recommend her! read more

I have been seeing Wendy for about a year now. My skin is looking fantastic!! I started coming because my skin was looking tired and I felt like I was showing my age. My favorite thing is when I go to see her she customizes the treatment to MY skin!! Love her! read more

Wendy was my makeup artist for my New Year's Eve wedding on 12/31/10. She was wonderful to work with and I knew I was in good hands. It was great to be able to trust that she would make my bridesmaids and me look amazing. And she did. I'm the type of bride that really looked for profesisonal opinions (as I never know what I want and what looks good on me, etc.) and I knew I she would be able to provide me an awesome look for that day. However, if there was something I really wanted she did just what I asked. She was great to work with the 10 months leading up to my wedding, providing great facials and skin care advice at reasonable prices. I love her product line and I continue to use it. Because of Wendy, I know my skin is in much better condition now. read more

I've been seeing Wendy for a few years for skin care and my face looks better than ever! She takes plenty of time to figure out what your skin needs and explaining it to you, NOT the standard facial elsewhere. Nourishing masks, moisturizing, facial peels, deep pore cleaning- whatever your skin needs as it can always change. Love the Glotherapeutics line and the price-a little goes a long way. Started microdermabrasion and can't wait for my next session. Couldn't recommend anywhere or anyone else to take care of my skin!! read more

While I'm not a bride, I do want to look my best and Wendy is fantastic! Very knowledgable and professional, giving expert skin care and make-up tips without making you feel rushed. She personalizes your skin care and make-up routine in a very pleasant nurturing way-expect to leave feeling fantastic!! read more

I started going to Wendy 5 weeks prior to my wedding day and within that short time, she got my problem skin in good condition for my wedding which I'm unbelievably thankful to her for. She is super knowledgable about skin care and I am continuing to use the skin care products she recommended for me. Wendy did my make-up along with my mother, sister and one of my bridesmaids and she did a fabulous job! We all felt so pretty thanks to her! :) Not only is Wendy very knowledgable but she's also very pleasant to work with. We had lots of laughs. I'd highly recommend her and will continue to go to her for skin care and any future make-up needs. read more