Makeup Artists for Hire

Browse 20 professional makeup artists available for hire across all event types and budgets. These experienced beauty professionals have earned 24 reviews from real clients, averaging 5 out of 5 stars, with prices starting from $74 and averaging $293.

From mobile wedding makeup artists to theatrical makeup specialists, the directory includes freelance makeup professionals for all occasions. Whether you need bridal makeup services, special effects for productions, or beauty styling for photography, use the filters below to find the perfect makeup artist for your event.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 24 reviews of Makeup Artists
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On site and in studio hair and makeup

United States

Chicago, Cook County

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Hair and makeupartist

United States

Chicago, Cook County

0 reviews

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Customized henna artist

United States

Harrisburg, Dauphin County

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Professional Makeup Artistry for Events, Red Carpets, Shoots and more.

United States

Los Angeles, Los Angeles County

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Book from $175 (USD)* - get a quote

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Makeup Artist

United States

Los Angeles, Los Angeles County

0 reviews

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Providing henna tattoos

United States

New York, United States

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I provide your beauty services for the big day or any special occasion.

United States

The Bronx, Bronx County

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Book from $250 (USD)* - get a quote

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We provide bartenders, waitstaff, bussers, and much more

United States

Miami, Miami-Dade County

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On-demand beauty services for all shades and all hair textures

United States

Boston, Suffolk County

1 review

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Providing mobile makeup & hair artistry in Spain

Spain

Denia, Alicante

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Drag, office and birthday parties, DJ, MC, officiating

Canada

Ottawa, Ontario

0 reviews

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Bridal Makeup & Hairstyling Services.

Norway

Oslo, Oslo County

0 reviews

Book from kr1500 (NOK)* - get a quote

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Full service wedding planner & stylist

Latvia

Riga, Rīga

0 reviews

Book from €1000 (EUR)* - get a quote

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Bridal tailored beauty & hair services in Milan & Lakes

Italy

Milan, Metropolitan City of Milan

10 reviews

Book from €200 (EUR)* - get a quote

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Makeup Artist based in Cannes and Monaco

France

Cannes, Alpes-Maritimes

0 reviews

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    Hire Makeup Artists

    Finding a great makeup artist is not easy. You want someone who will naturally understand your sense of style and be able to match your makeup to the look you are trying to achieve.

    Professional Makeup Services for Every Occasion

    A freelance makeup artist will be able to provide their services for all sorts of projects. Perhaps you're working on a television series or a theatre production, and require someone to do the makeup of your actors, in order to prevent them looking washed out under bright lighting. Many musicians also retain the services of a makeup artist, in order to look their best during an important performance. For larger productions requiring multiple services, you might also need Audio / Visual Hire for lighting and sound, or professional Drone Photographers to capture aerial footage of your event.

    Mobile Beauty Experts for Special Events

    However, you don't need to be a rich and famous musician or actor to hire a make up artist near you. If you have a special event planned, like a wedding or birthday party, then a freelance makeup artist can be hired, just for a couple of hours, to do your makeup. If you have a big night out planned, there will be many local makeup artists who will be also able to provide their services to you and your friends. For wedding celebrations, beauty professionals often work alongside Caterers and Bartenders / Mixology services to ensure your special day runs smoothly.

    Makeup Artist Pricing and Costs

    Professional makeup artists typically charge between $74 and $1156 depending on the complexity of the work, duration of services, and location of your event. The average cost across all makeup services is $293. Bridal makeup packages often include trial sessions, while theatrical and film work may require specialized products and extended hours.

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    The average price for Makeup Artists is $293 (USD). Above you will also find a budget price and high end price. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

    Frequently asked questions


    Hiring makeup artists is popular for weddings, photo shoots, proms, gala events, film and TV productions and special occasions. Many makeup artists travel to the event venue or client's location for on-site application.

    Many makeup artists offer trial sessions before the event, especially for brides, to agree on the desired look and test products. This ensures the client is completely happy with the style on the day. It is a good idea to ask about trial availability when making an enquiry.

    The average cost of hiring makeup artists is $293, with prices from $74 to $1156. Pricing depends on the artist's experience, the number of people being styled, the complexity of the looks and whether a trial session is included. Bridal and event makeup packages are often combined with hair styling.

    Yes, either add suppliers to your favourites and contact them all at once, or use the find a supplier wizard.

    Booking makeup artists as early as possible increases the chance of securing their availability on your event date, particularly during busy times of the year. However, many suppliers also accept last minute bookings, and we have successfully arranged performances for clients with just a few hours' notice.

    Contact the supplier you are interested in booking by clicking "Contact Now" on their listing. Discuss your requirements using our messaging system or join a video meeting (like a Zoom-call) to speak face-to-face. Once you are ready to confirm your booking, simply ask the supplier to send you a contract, which you can agree to online, or request amendments. Once you agree to the contract you will be asked to pay a 10% deposit to confirm the booking, with the balance payable directly to the supplier by the due date you've agreed on.

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