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Best Makeup Artists in New York, NY

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Our goal is to connect people with the best local professionals. We scored New York City Makeup Artists on more than 25 variables across five categories, and analyzed the results to give you a hand-picked list of the best.

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Brooklyn, NY 11222

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5.0 (38)

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Deborah Altizio is a makeup artist based in Brooklyn who has worked and trained with Bobbi Brown, Lucia Pica, Laura Mercier, Lucia Pieroni, and other beauty mentors. The makeup artist has styled makeup and hair for advertisements, fashion photos, celebrity photoshoots, and magazine covers. Deborah has worked with celebrities such as Megan Fox, John Mayer, Carrie Underwood, and Padma Lakshmi. Clients attest to the artist's talent, speedy work, and flexibility with the needs of her clients.

New York, NY 10036

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5.0 (15)

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The founder of Ai Love Hair has more than 15 years of experience in the beauty industry. Ai has styled hair and makeup for magazines, CD cover shots, and TV shows, and leads hair and makeup styling for more than 50 weddings a year. The makeup artist also gives personalized makeup lessons. The business won the WeddingWire Bride's Choice Awards in 2010, 2011, and 2013.

New York, NY 10018

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4.5 (80)
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4.5 (1)

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Founded in 2013, Nina Mua is a beauty school with an experienced team of makeup and hair professionals. The New York City school runs classes including intensive four-week makeup programs, three-week hairstyling programs, portfolio building, and private makeup or hairstyling lessons. Students have praised Nina Mua for its professional, supportive, and inspiring teachers.

New York, NY 10017

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4.9 (33)
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4.5 (7)

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Lorin Cole's work has been published in Italian Bazaar, Black Book, Cosmopolitan, Details, Elle, French Elle, and many other publications. The makeup artist does makeup and hair for photoshoots, fashion shows, commercials, videos, special effects, and weddings. Lorin Cole also gives private makeup lessons.

New York, NY 11225

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5.0 (11)

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Face the Day NY applies makeup for weddings, prom, bat mitzvahs, photoshoots, TV, and film. The founding makeup artist has worked with TV and production companies including Starz, CBS, Fox 5, MTV, Nickelodeon, BET, Telemundo, and CNN. The New York City company's work has been seen in Style Me Pretty, Green Wedding Shoes, 100 Layer Cake, Complex, Maharani Weddings, and Ruffled.

Brooklyn, NY 11211

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4.4 (14)

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NYC Faces has been serving New York City clients since 2002. The makeup artist, Anni, has experience in makeup for fashion shows, films, theater, photography, and retail companies. Anni won the WeddingWire Couples' Choice Award in 2011, 2012, and 2013, and is a vendor for Wed Loft. The business uses airbrush makeup for perfect skin on brides' wedding days, gives one-on-one makeup lessons, and provides personal shopping services.

New York, NY 10016

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4.2 (52)
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4.5 (7)

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BridalGal is a New York City makeup company with a multicultural approach to makeup. The founder has more than 25 years of experience in the beauty and bridal industries and has worked with clients including Lauren Bush, Rachel Hunter, Amanda Hearst, and Anh Duong. The business uses airbrush makeup, which is oil-free and non-comodegenic and has a full color range. The company also provides skin care services including chemical peels.

New York, NY 10458

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Major Face has been serving the New York City area since 2011. The founder has worked with celebrity clients including Naturi Naughton, Pat Cleveland, Kelly Price, Matt McGory, and Shanice Williams, as well as corporate clients including Target, Dolce and Gabbana, Mars, and Inked magazine. The makeup artist has styled makeup for special occasions, portraits, editorials, fashion shows, film, and TV shows.

Astoria, NY 11105

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5.0 (23)
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4.7 (21)
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5.0 (11)

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Beauty By Eden Di Bianco specializes in natural beauty services. The makeup artist graduated from the Carsten Institute and only stocks cruelty-free and professional grade makeup. Eden Di Bianco has worked for clients including Lizz Winstead, Bella Agency, Travie McCoy, JC Penney, and Alexandra Grecco. The business gives hair and makeup services on location and provides Indian wedding hair and makeup packages.

New York, NY 10019

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5.0 (37)
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5.0 (2)

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Michelle Stern Makeup Artist has been interested in beauty from a young age and has experience working with MAC Cosmetics and Bobbi Brown. The New York makeup artist applies makeup for brides and bridal parties, TV and print, runway shows, engagement photos, and special events. Michelle Stern gives private makeup lessons and consultations, and has experience with airbrush makeup. Clients attest to the artist's long-lasting, beautiful makeup and friendly, patient personality.

New York, NY 10010

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4.5 (66)
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4.7 (28)

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Marie Robinson Salon is located in New York City's famous Flatiron Building. The salon works with celebrities including Scarlett Johansson, Emma Stone, Michelle Williams, Anne Hathaway, and Elizabeth Moss. The makeup artists apply bridal and everyday makeup, shape eyebrows, apply temporary eyelash extensions, tint eyelashes, and give makeup lessons. The salon also styles and colors hair and adds hair extensions.

Manhattan, NY 10170

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5.0 (14)

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Anabelle LaGuardia has been working in the makeup industry for more than 20 years. Anabelle has worked with Lancome, Ladies' Home Journal magazine, and QVC, and her work has been featured in New York Weddings Magazine. The makeup artist's services include engagement shoot makeup, trial wedding makeup, wedding makeup on the big day, portrait shoot makeup, and private makeup lessons. Clients give positive feedback for Anabelle LaGuardia's stunning makeup and friendly, calm personality.

New York, NY 10016

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The owner of New York Bridal Beauty has worked with magazines including Vogue, Marie Claire, Cosmopolitan, Glamour, Modern Bride, Fitness, and Shape. The artist has worked with celebrity clients such as Martha Stewart, Pierce Brosnin, Harrison Ford, Josh Hartnett, and Katie Courick. The company's focus lies in styling wedding hair and makeup. Clients say that New York Bridal Beauty has reasonable prices and a professional makeup artist.

New York, NY 10001

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4.0 (26)
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5.0 (8)

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Once Upon a Bride has been serving New York City clients since 1999. The founder, Stacey Weinstein, has worked in the beauty industry for more than 25 years and was nominated in 2014 for a daytime Emmy for Outstanding Achievement for Hairstyling. Stacey Weinstein has appeared on My Fair Wedding, Entertainment Tonight, The Knot LIVE, and Get Married, and has styled celebrities including Meredith Vieira, Ann Curry, Joy Behar, Elisabeth Hasselbeck, and Jane Pauley.

725 Riverside Drive, New York, NY 10031

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5.0 (38)
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5.0 (4)

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Reign of Beauty is a wedding styling service based in New York, New York. Lead artist Kathryn is a devoted professional who loves working with clients to help their natural beauty shine. With over 12 years of experience, this versatile expert offers a wealth of knowledge and expertise for you on your special day. From the first consultation to the final touchups, Kathryn can be there to cater to all your beauty needs. Reign of Beauty boasts a range of styling services, creating a complete beauty experience for you on your special day. Kathryn also offers makeup trials, allowing her to work with you in a creative, relaxed setting to find the ideal wedding look. Additionally, she can cater to groups of up to 10, allowing your nearest and dearest to prepare for your long-awaited celebration together.

Compare our Top Makeup Artists

NameExpertise RatingAddressPromotionsLearn more
Deborah Altizio
Brooklyn, NY 11222
Ai Love Hair
New York, NY 10036
Nina Mua
New York, NY 10018
Lorin Cole
New York, NY 10017
Face the Day NY
New York, NY 11225
NYC Faces
Brooklyn, NY 11211
BridalGal
New York, NY 10016
Major Face
New York, NY 10458
Beauty By Eden Di Bianco
Astoria, NY 11105
Michelle Stern Makeup Artist
New York, NY 10019
Marie Robinson Salon
New York, NY 10010
Anabelle LaGuardia
Manhattan, NY 10170
New York Bridal Beauty
New York, NY 10016
Once Upon a Bride
New York, NY 10001
Reign of Beauty
725 Riverside Drive, New York, NY 10031

FAQs

  • Introduction

    If you have a big event coming up, such as a wedding or prom, hiring a makeup artist can make it easier to get ready. It takes some stress off of you by putting this task in the hands of a professional. It also ensures you get a trained professional to get your look just right.

    A professional makeup artist can also help you get ready for a photo or video shoot, whether it’s for wedding photos, family photos, videos or a new professional photo for your work portfolio. These artists apply knowledge of lighting and how colors catch the light to help you get the best possible finished look.
  • Why do people hire makeup artists?

    People typically hire makeup artists to get a special look for events, such as weddings. People also hire makeup artists when their images are being captured, such as in photo shoots and when making videos.

  • How much do makeup artists charge?

    Makeup artists typically charge a base price that’s between $75 and $125 per person. Several things can increase the base cost. These extra services include things like coming to your location, adding glitter to your makeup, and putting on false eyelashes.

  • Do makeup artists use their own makeup?

    Makeup artists typically use their own makeup rather than the client’s makeup. They typically put their cosmetics in a second container or on a palette to make sure bacteria doesn’t get in the original makeup. However, client requests to use personal makeup can sometimes be accommodated at the makeup artist’s discretion.

  • Do I really need a makeup artist for my wedding?

    While it’s possible to do your own makeup for your wedding, hiring a professional makeup artist can relieve stress on a very busy day. Makeup artists can also offer advice on how makeup will look in photos and can choose products that stand up to heat.

  • How much is a makeup artist for a wedding?

    It typically costs between $90 and $475 for a wedding makeup artist. Things that affect the cost include whether the service is provided only for the bride or if the whole wedding party needs makeup done.

  • How do I find a hair and makeup artist for my wedding?

    To find hair and makeup artists for your wedding, do a search for these specialists and then check online reviews to see what others think of their work. Consider a paid trial run. It’s an extra cost, but it lets you see the work before your wedding day.