The Best Wedding Hair & Makeup Artists in Amherst, VA

The Best Wedding Hair & Makeup Artists in Amherst, VA

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40 Wedding Beauty Professionals in Amherst, VA

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Blush & Brush 

5.0

  • Starts at $70
  • Serves Amherst, VA

Professional Bridal Makeup Artist & Hair Stylist Bringing Beauty & Luxury to Central VA & Beyond 5 Years of Professional Experience, Licensed, & Insured! Welcome to my world of beauty! I'm Jessica Mikuen, a fully certified hair and makeup artist serving the Central Virginia area and beyond with a passion for creating stunning looks that bring out the best in my clients. I use every client's natural beauty to create beautiful and enhancing looks to help them radiate confidence!

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Jessica was referred to me by our wedding coordinator, Katelyn from Champagne Wishes. After talking with Jessica through a phone call and reviewing her work online. I selected her services for my wedding hair/ makeup and also used her services for my bridesmaids as well. We were planning a destination wedding from Texas and Jessica was able to coordinate a time with me when I was in town to do a hair/ makeup trial. She was accommodating to try a couple hair styles on me and we selected one. The day of my wedding she brought an assistant with her, per my request to do makeup for the bridesmaids while Jessica did everyone's hair and my makeup as well. They showed up early and ready to work! Everyone was happy with their hair and makeup. When it came to my hair, Jessica did exactly what I wanted and worked in some comments from my trial a few weeks back. My makeup also turned out perfect. Hair and makeup finished on schedule which was super important for the photos and all to start. My hair and makeup lasted the whole day, even with the late August humidity and storms later that evening. I would highly recommend Jessica for hair/ makeup. All photos in this post taken by Rohrback Studios Virginia Wedding & Family Photographer
Holly, 4 months ago
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K. Renee Beauty 

5.0

  • Starts at $75
  • Serves Amherst, VA

Hi there! Thank you for stopping by my page! I started doing freelance makeup over 10 years ago and started K. Renee Beauty in 2022 after the birth of our daughter who drives and motivates me every day! Makeup has always been my passion and nothing makes me happier than glamming my brides and their bridal parties and being a part of the most important day of their lives.

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Kara and Jessie at K. Renee Beauty were wonderful to work with for my wedding day glam. Their communication was consistently open, clear, and timely throughout the planning process, which I really appreciated during this hectic time. On the big day, they paid such close attention to detail ensuring everyone looked polished, yet natural. They used clean and professional techniques and products that photographed beautifully. Kara and Jessie handled feedback and requests so gracefully - even last minute changes and input from myself and my bridal party. Their expertise with makeup application resulted in enhancing our best features to make us all feel our most confident and beautiful on this special occasion.
Shayla L., 8 months ago
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Skincare by Blaire/Hill City Skincare 

5.0

  • Starts at $50
  • Serves Amherst, VA

Welcome to Hill City Skincare and Skincare by Blaire. It would be an honor to be a small part of your wedding day. With In spa or mobile services, we will have you glowing down the aisle. We are Bridal Spray Tan Specialist, (customized, vegan, streak free, tans) and DMK Skin Revision Therapist, driven by education and exceptional customer service. Offering, customized spray tans, dermaplaning, Enzyme Facials, Advanced Skincare, Body Treatments, Lashes, Brows. It is our goal to give you a new level of confidence. Centrally located in Lynchburg and we are the number 1 professional skin revision clinic in the area. DMK Skin Revision Clinic.

Awarded Best of Zola
I love Blaire!! My husband and I (and my wedding party) were all spray tanned my Blaire before our wedding. My girls and I got to glow and my husband looked natural (and not washed out next to us). Blaire makes everyone comfortable and is a master at her craft.
Taylor, a year ago
Ashleigh Cascio MUA 

5.0

  • Starts at $85
  • Serves Amherst, VA

When picking vendors for your wedding take into consideration that we are all unique and have our own individual styles. Especially your glam team! Some artists shine best when doing full glam, others excel at that naturally flawless look, and then there’s everything in between! Know what you want and pick an artist whose style matches your preference. My preferred style is soft glam with a lot of color on the face! Gimme all of the blush and bronzer. I like soft blurred lines and some smoke on the eyes. I hardly ever bake and when given the option, I will always opt for a “lit from within” glow.

Ashleigh was absolutely fantastic. She has such a cute and bubbly personality. When I first met her she was so warm and inviting. I don’t know how but she literally knew EXACTLY what I wanted. I look back at my pictures and I genuinely am shocked at how beautiful the makeup is. Everything I wanted her to focus on was absolutely perfect and she went above and beyond. Also- you know she’s dang good when people were complimenting my BRIDESMAIDS and mom’s makeup at the wedding. So many people asked who did it. As someone who has been a bridesmaid many times, I have never had anyone really compliment our makeup. I cannot reiterate this enough. BOOK HER!!!
Georgia T., 3 months ago
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Strange Artistry - Luxury Makeup & Hair by Kristin Mastrangelo 

5.0

  • Team of 1
  • Serves Amherst, VA

Let’s chat! I love chatting…it’s totally my favorite! I’m Kristin Mastrangelo, (go head, try it out…it’s easier than it looks), a makeup & hair artist who specializes in wedding, special event, & television artistry, spending most of my time trying to think of PC ways to avoid putting on “real” pants. I’m a wife of 15 years & momster of 4. Obsessed with heavy metal, tea, all black everything, horror movies all the time, a creature of the night. I hate being late. Personally, I believe everyone should be at least a little weird...normal is a setting on a dryer...so embrace you, be different, and do what you want.

Awarded Best of Zola
Kristin made my wedding dreams come true! I absolutely loved my hair and makeup; they were perfect and lasted all night long. Despite not having a trial, Kristin nailed the look I wanted just from a few pictures. Working with her from the beginning was stress-free and fun! She helped me choose the perfect package and was always quick to respond. She was worth every penny, and I truly enjoyed every moment working with her. Highly recommend!
Lynette R., 9 months ago
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Joie Blake Beauty 

4.9

  • Team of 7
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Amherst, VA

Hello Gorgeous! I'm Joie Blake and I own Joie Blake Beauty, a luxury all-client's inclusive bridal and special event beauty service company. We welcome and celebrate clients from all backgrounds, regardless of age, gender, sexual orientation, etc. We are Black, Latin, and woman owned! My team and I are highly experienced and passionate beauty professionals who not only love our craft, but are also passionate about embracing each of our clients beautiful individuality. This is the ultimate safee space for all clients. You can be sure you'll feel seen, empowered, and SO excited for your wedding day! Come check us out for yourself!

Awarded Best of Zola
Joie Blake Beauty is your dream team when it comes to wedding hair and makeup!! Joie made me feel my absolute on my big day and to top it off she is a doll to work with! Both Joie and Emily made the morning-of jitters a little less chaotic with their professionalism and all around, much needed humor! We went for a full glam look and Joie was able to match my skin tone and inspo photo perfectly! 10/10 you need to book with Joie!!!
Jamie S., 9 months ago
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Ivey Bridal Co 

5.0

  • Serves Amherst, VA

Creating fresh, Elevated hairstyles for the modern bride. Ivey Bridal Co is an independent pro- bridal hairstylist, with a headcount maximum of 10 people. Ivey Bridal Co is a pro bridal hair specialist and is currently not providing makeup services, but is happy to provide a list of trusted makeup artists.

I had a recent holiday party for family and friends and ABSOLUTELY needed to get my hair done. Thankfully I was able to make an appointment with Caroline and work with her! I absolutely love the work she did and she was AMAZING with my natural curls. It is honestly hard to find a stylist that can work with my thick curly hair and I thought Caroline did an excellent job on my updo that I wanted. If you are ever in the area and need your hair down for parties or weddings, Caroline is your best option!
Idalys, 3 months ago
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The Stylist Abroad 

5.0

  • Team of 13
  • Starts at $650
  • Serves Amherst, VA

The Stylist Abroad is a luxury, bespoke on-location hair and makeup that happens to be queer owned. Authentic beauty should be celebrated & no one should feel pressure to conform to any aesthetic box. Quality of style & products should be thoughtfully chosen. Details & integrity should never be overlooked or rushed. Styles should last regardless of how hard you dance. We are an award winning, internationally published, licensed and LGBTQ+ affirming. Throw the rulebook out the window, let the pressure melt away - you do you & we’ll take care of the rest

Awarded Best of Zola
I had an amazing experience with The Stylist Abroad! Ashley, the owner, was absolutely fantastic and was incredibly communicative for the entire process. She answered every single question right away, and gave so much insight! For the trial and on the day of my wedding, my girls and I worked with Kim (hair) and Jenna (makeup), and they were both amazing. So kind, so friendly, and clearly knowledgeable! I was deciding between two hairstyles, and Kim was happy to try both in my trial. I had a couple things I wanted to change with my makeup, and Jenna was more than happy to accommodate! I was incredibly pleased with both looks on my wedding day, and everyone looked incredible!! I was definitely very blessed with the weather on wedding day, so that also helps, but hair and makeup stayed in place fabulously! The cherry on top is that everyone was just so sweet and easy to talk to!! Made the start of the day so pleasant and relaxed, and it seems like all my girls had a great time, too! Would absolutely recommend!!
Megan, 8 months ago
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Adorn Salon 

5.0

  • Team of 5
  • Starts at $550
  • Serves Amherst, VA

Hi, I'm Holly, owner of Adorn Salon, opened Adorn Salon when I was 22, in 2017 and I never looked back. I have been a licensed Cosmetologist since 2014, I started as a receptionist and assistant which crucial in understanding the ins and outs of owning my own salon. Over the years I have practiced my trade for countless hours and have been blessed enough to receive multiple accolades and have been published In multiple magazines in Virginia. My passion lies in dimensional color, Bridal Styling, and educating my clients on their specific hair needs. 

Awarded Best of Zola
Adorn Salon was an absolute pleasure to work with for my wedding day. From the moment I booked my trial, the team was punctual, helpful, and timely in all of our communications. On the day of, Holly and her team made me and my entire bridal party look and feel absolutely incredible. They brought such a fun, artistic energy to our getting-ready process, and the final results were absolutely beautiful. Holly is such a hard worker and incredibly talented stylist - she has truly made a name for herself in the industry and deserves all the recognition. I can't recommend Adorn Salon enough for any bride looking to look and feel their absolute best on their wedding day.
Meaghan A., 5 months ago
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Brides By Briana 

5.0

  • Team of 6
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Amherst, VA

I am a Virginia and Florida based Hairstylist and Makeup Artist, and have been doing this glam thing for around 15 years, professionally since 2010. Agency represented working in the fashion industry, I know exactly what translates best on and off camera on all skin types and tones. Bridal and Event work has always been a huge passion, and has recently become a main focus for me.

Briana is a true master of hair and makeup. She is always on time and does amazing work. Your hair and makeup will stay all day and night - straight through to the after party! Briana is very flexible and is able to excellently do many styles of hair and makeup - from natural to full glam. You NEED her for your wedding - trust me!
Hannah Joy, 3 years ago
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Veux Beauty (Hair and Makeup) 

4.0

  • Team of 20
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Amherst, VA

A luxury beauty experience for the modern woman! My beauty philosophy is simple, "When you look good you feel good. When you feel good you do better".I started Nina Renee beauty because I believe that we all deserve to have the celebrity-style beauty experience of our dreams. As a high-end makeup artist servicing some of Washington DC's most prestigious residents for over eight years, I always found it hard to find my "Glam team".

Awarded Best of Zola
I would recommend NRBeauty Co. to any bride to be. Nina is incredibly attentive and communicative in addition to being transparent about her pricing. Andrea and Andejla were my glam team, and I absolutely loved their work, as did the rest of my bridal party. The makeup and hair lasted for at least 12 hours (likely more). NRBeauty Co. was by far the most professional team I communicated with. I appreciated the portal Nina managed which included all communications, invoices, and glam guides. My bridal party also appreciated the Google form they submitted in advance of the day to share their inspo & desired looks! Nina also confirmed when the glam team was en route the day of the wedding, which was highly appreciated given how stressful the morning-of can be. To top it all off, they ran on time / ahead of schedule the day of the wedding!
Victoria, 2 years ago
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Kendra Bliss Beauty 

5.0

  • Team of 3
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Amherst, VA

Kendra Bliss is a self-taught, bridal makeup artist from Lanham, MD. Her passion for makeup artistry began in college. In 2011, she realized there was a shortage of makeup artists for women of varying skin color and types. Since she loved to get her makeup done and did not have a place to go, she decided to educate herself and be there. Since then, she has learned immensely by taking makeup classes, and consistently practicing with family and friends. Now she is published and recognized in the bridal industry in publications such as MunaLuchi Bride!

Kendra Bliss Beauty provided an amazing and phenomenal experience on our wedding day. Their communication style was personable, and the quality of their work was truly breathtaking and professional. Kendra made sure to keep the mood light and was incredibly accommodating, making me feel like the most beautiful woman in the world. I cannot thank Kendra and her team enough for their exceptional service, and I would highly recommend Kendra Bliss Beauty to any bride looking for a top-notch beauty team to make their special day perfect.
Kelcey C., 4 months ago
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Final Touches with Madison Ragan 

5.0

  • Team of 3
  • Starts at $400
  • Serves Amherst, VA

Hey! I am Madison Ragan! I am a certified makeup artist, licensed cosmetologist, and certified spray tan artist. I have been working in this industry for 4 years. My shop is in Kenbridge, VA. However, I service all surrounding areas! I am located in close proximity to some gorgeous wedding venues! I have a love and passion for this industry and want to share that with you!

Madison Ragan was an absolute joy to work with for my wedding day beauty needs. As an educator in her field, she promptly and warmly communicated details about hair and makeup services. Madison's friendly yet professional demeanor put me at ease. The quality and artistry of her work was well worth the value, making me feel like royalty. She listened attentively to create my dream look. I truly felt like a princess as Madison worked her magic. Her attention to every luxurious detail, from elegantly styled hair to flawless makeup, was remarkable. I highly recommend Madison for any bride seeking a transformative, beautiful experience on her special day.
Julie G., 7 months ago
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Society 11:11 | Hair & Makeup 

5.0

  • Team of 15
  • Starts at $800
  • Serves Amherst, VA for additional fees

We are a full-service coalition of professional, friendly, inclusive, and DIVERSE hairstylists and makeup artists with over 10 years of experience serving hundreds of brides (US and abroad). We have offer all things beauty and grooming for your wedding day and beyond

Awarded Best of Zola
I cannot recommend Candice and the team of women at Society 11:11 enough! She did my makeup for my wedding, along with my MOA and my mom, and every single one of us was blown away by her talent. My mom even loved her makeup so much she didn’t want to remove it! Candice truly is the best at what she does, using top-tier products to create flawless looks. Before my wedding shower, I was dealing with stress-related skin irritation and redness, and Candice worked her magic to make my skin look flawless. Her recommendations were spot-on and showed her expertise. I utilized both hair and makeup services and everyone LOVED their look-thank you to the ladies who were apart of the hair team! I am now a client for life! I will continuously book with Candice because her work is unmatched. Thank you, thank you, thank you for making me feel beautiful on such an important day!
Synethia L., 3 months ago
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Makeup by Seema 

5.0

  • Team of 1
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Amherst, VA for additional fees

Seema is a professional makeup artist with over 20 years of experience & provides on-site makeup services for your special day based out of Chesterfield, VA. She specializes in bridal makeup services for brides, bridal parties, moms, wedding guests, engagement shoots & special events! She is an exceptionally passionate makeup artist who works with each one of her brides to create a makeup look by enhancing their features. Seema specializes in designing custom wedding looks that reflect each client's style & personality. Her attention & perfection to detail will make you look & feel beautiful & flawless on your most special day!

Awarded Best of Zola
Seema is awesome!! She’s professional, kind, and invested in making sure you look and feel your best on your big day. I felt like a princess. Everyone in my bridal party and my mom loved how their makeup turned out.
Taylor P., 4 months ago
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IBEAUTY GROUP 

5.0

  • Team of 1
  • Starts at $900
  • Serves Amherst, VA for additional fees

I am a licensed professional makeup artist and hairstylist with with 20 years of experience, specializing in weddings, photoshoots, fashion shows, and special events. I’ve had the privilege of studying under renowned Russian and European masters and have completed programs at the prestigious Dolores Academy, Makeup Atelier Paris, and ICONFACE Makeup School. This year, I had the honor of working with Miss Turkey at the «Miss World 2024» pageant in Las Vegas, where my model was crowned the winner. Whether working independently or with my team, I provide wedding services across the U.S. I would be thrilled to be part of your special day!

Awarded Best of Zola
I had an amazing experience working with IBEAUTY GROUP for my wedding day. They have an easygoing, friendly, and professional communication style that made the entire process stress-free. Their makeup and hairstyling skills are truly amazing - she made me look like a princess on my wedding day! I was so grateful for her work and attention to detail. Thank you so much IBEAUTY GROUP for helping make my special day even more beautiful.
Elizabeth P., 6 months ago
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Bridal by MS 

5.0

  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Amherst, VA for additional fees

Hey there, I was born and raised in Lexington SC. I am married and have a little boy. When I'm not at work, I'm enjoying all things with my family. I have been in the beauty industry since 2016. Through the years, I have found my biggest passion. Weddings! It brings such joy when I see my work make such a difference in someone's big day. I enjoy learning more about my guest as we build relationships. You will come in as a client and leave as a friend. Please contact me via email, a phone call or text to get booked! You can also look me up on Google, Facebook and Instagram! Thank you so much!

Awarded Best of Zola
Meredith was incredible! I got married in Leicster NC and had Meredith come from SC to do mine and my bridesmaids hair and makeup. Her prices were very fair and definitely worth paying the extra for her to travel. She was so sweet and made me feel like an actual princess on my wedding day. What really sets her apart from others is that she focuses on the experience she provides and not just the results. On a day that is very chaotic Meredith was such a calming presence. She also made sure that everyone felt beautiful and was more than willing to change anything anyone didn't like. I cannot recommend her enough she is beyond talented and over all a very genuine and kind person!
Kaylee P., 3 months ago
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Makeup by Mary K Engle 

5.0

  • Serves Amherst, VA for additional fees

Makeup by Mary K Engle is a wedding makeup artist in Hanover, Pennsylvania. Her 14 years of expertise come from her work in the wedding, commercial, fashion, film, and TV industries. Her years of experience and knowledge of HD makeup allow her to provide flawless applications for the biggest day of your life.

Awarded Best of Zola
Mary K Engle did an absolutely amazing job on myself and my bridal party. She showed up early and ready to work. All of my girls looked absolutely stunning. Our makeup stayed all night and didn't budge one bit. I got so many compliments on my hair and makeup all night long. There were lots of tears during the ceremony and you couldn't tell in any photos that I had been crying! I highly recommend her if you are looking for a hair and makeup stylist in the area. She is very professional and does amazing work that will make you feel like a princess on your special day!
Danielle, 4 months ago
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HD Hair And Makeup 

5.0

  • Team of 3
  • Serves Amherst, VA for additional fees

HD Hair and Makeup has a comprehensive beauty, health, and wellness team to make your day as stress-free and beautiful as possible. With decades of combined experience, Heather has assembled the best of the best when it comes to hair, makeup, tanning, and waxing. We pride ourselves on creating a cohesive look for your big day while highlighting your natural beauty. We tend towards more classic styling because we want your pictures to be something that you can show your grandchildren and be proud of.

Heather really knows what she's talking about when it comes to hair and makeup. She's very knowledgeable and on point with trends. Her passion for her work is evident and her creativity is wonderful. Highly recommend for any hair/makeup services.
Britney Turk, 4 years ago
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Henna by Heather 

5.0

  • Team of 6
  • Serves Amherst, VA for additional fees

I love creating beautiful, custom wedding henna! From intricate, elaborate bridal mehndi designs to speedy, satisfying designs for guests, I love it all. I have studied Indian, North African, and Middle Eastern henna design in depth, and am happy to create designs in a broad range of strictly traditional styles, or to combine traditional patterns with more individualized, unique elements for a customized henna experience.

Awarded Best of Zola
I'd first met Heather at a Rhode Island PrideFest, and instantly saw how much talent she had. Every piece she did looked amazing, her precision was immaculate. I went to her several times over the years, and when my now wife and I began planning our wedding, I brought up the idea of having wedding henna done. My wife agreed, and I knew immediately that I needed to contact Heather. We met up with her at a nearby farm where she was holding a henna event, and she sat with us discussing what we would like done for the wedding for probably a half-hour or so. She sketched design ideas out, which we loved, and made a contract right then and there. Our wedding henna was stunning. We received so many compliments on it that night, and repeatedly after as it lasted beautifully for quite some time. We still get comments if someone sees wedding photos. Throughout the entire process, Heather was a dream to work with. Very kind and professional, she is exactly the caring presence a stressed bride-to-be needs.
Kerri Lynn D., 4 years ago

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What are the average costs for wedding hair and makeup in Amherst, VA?

Costs typically vary depending on what you're looking for, but on average, bridal hair costs $400 and bridal makeup costs $400 in Amherst, VA.

Are touch-up services generally included in bridal beauty packages?

Yes! 87% of hair and makeup artists in Amherst, VA are available for touch ups, sometimes for an additional fee.

Which are the most popular makeup artists who do airbrushing in Amherst, VA?

The top artists who provides airbrushing services are Bridal by MS, Veux Beauty (Hair and Makeup) and Society 11:11 | Hair & Makeup.

Can most hair stylists in Amherst, VA work with extensions?

Many can! 54% of hair stylists offer extensions.

Is a makeup trial customary before weddings in Amherst, VA?

Many brides opt for hair and makeup trials in advance - 56% of beauty professionals in Amherst, VA offer hair trials and 74% offer makeup trials.

Do brides typically cover the cost of the bridal party's hair and makeup in Amherst, VA?

There's no one-size-fits-all approach when determining who should pay for bridesmaid hair and makeup. The biggest factor to take into consideration is everyone’s financial situation - both the bride and the bridesmaids. There are also different payment scenarios - some that have the bride covering the costs, some that have the bridesmaids covering the costs, and some that have them splitting the costs.

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