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Amanda McCarthy loves makeup. In fact, the only thing she loves more than the perfect eyeliner or pop of color on the cheek is making other women feel absolutely gorgeous. What started as a young obsession with beauty magazines and routine cosmetic experiments on her little sister finally blossomed into a career for Amanda nearly 10 years ago. She’s since worked as a professional makeup artist for top cosmetic lines such as Clinique, Bobbi Brown, and Trish McEvoy, developing her very own application techniques along the way. Looking to bring the beauty to her clients on a more personal level, Amanda launched her own business in 2009. She now provides on-location makeup services for weddings, print and other events, using a consultative, collaborative approach to make her clients not only to look beautiful but feel beautiful as well.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the price of trial service for traditional makeup for attendants/family members?

$10

What beauty services do you offer?

Consultations

What makeup services do you offer?

Airbrush Makeup
Contour Makeup
Natural Makeup
On-Site Makeup
Wedding Party Makeup
Makeup Trial

What tanning services do you offer?

Airbrush Tanning
Spray Tanning

Reviews of Amanda McCarthy Beauty

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Jane Sent on 10/04/2012
5 out of 5 rating
Amanda did a beautiful job for our wedding for a reasonable price. The makeup was wonderful lasted all night, through dancing and lots of tears (of happiness)! She is very professional and does a great job!
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Lauren Sent on 10/21/2013
5 out of 5 rating
I can't say enough good things about Amanda! Working with her was like working with a friend, not a vendor. She listens to what you want and offers her suggestions. She takes into account your personal style and your comfort level with makeup and then makes you look gorgeous! She did my makeup, my moms makeup and 5 bridesmaids the day of the wedding - never took a break, and was smiling the entire time. Every single girl raved about their makeup and how nice & fun Amanda was. I highly recommend Amanda & i'm looking forward to the next fancy event I have to attend so I have an excuse to work with her again!
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Nicole Sent on 06/21/2018
5 out of 5 rating
This woman is a make up artist GOD! Amanda is funny and talented. I booked her almost two years out for my wedding as one of the first vendors. She is professional and knows her makeup! She made my bridesmaids and family as well as myself look stunning. She worked well under a time crunch at the end and did not break a sweat! Look no further, her professionalism cannot be topped. Xo
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Kara Sent on 02/10/2015
5 out of 5 rating
I'm so happy that I hired Amanda and her team for my wedding. She is SO talented and sweet! My makeup stayed on perfectly the whole day and I was very pleased with the way it looked in all my photos. Besides being extremely talented, Amanda is the type of person/vendor you want around on your wedding day. She will keep everyone laughing and will keep you calm. It is so evident that she loves her job and she brings such a positive energy and enthusiasm. I cannot wait to work with Amanda again. Hire her asap!
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Meredith Sent on 06/07/2015
5 out of 5 rating
I cannot say enough good things about Amanda. She made me, my 5 bridesmaids, and my mother feel and look stunning! All my bridesmaids were in love with their makeup, they especially loved the fake eyelashes (which lasted till the following day). I felt so beautiful on my wedding day thanks to Amanda, which is every brides dream! My makeup was flawless and exactly what I envisioned. It lasted all night long too! I highly recommend Amanda for your special day! My wedding was 2 days ago and I have already had several people ask me for Amanda's contact information as they were impressed with her work. Thanks Amanda!
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Julia Sent on 08/06/2021
5 out of 5 rating

If you want to feel beautiful and confident, book with Amanda ASAP

I was lucky enough to have Amanda do my spray tan a couple days before my wedding, and she did makeup for me, my mom, and my four bridesmaids on the day of my wedding. Amanda is the definition of a pro. I'll start with the spray tan - I was nervous as anything since I'd never had one before, but Amanda made sure I was comfortable and happy the entire time. She told me exactly how to stand, how to turn, and what was about to happen. I followed her directions for tan maintenance to the letter and I'm pleased to report that my tan stayed beautiful through the end of my mini-moon over a week after the initial application. For the wedding makeup - 11/10. Amanda arrived that morning with an amazing amount of makeup in her kit and was able to flawlessly match each differing skintone in my bridal party. Her fun upbeat personality and encouragement were exactly what we needed that morning. Each of us felt so so pretty and even my makeup hating mom really loved her look. Amanda made sure that my makeup stood up to a full day of tears, smiles, laughs, sweating, and constant photos, without feeling painted on or cakey. My makeup was flawless the entire day, and I felt more beautiful and confident than I ever have in my life. I know its cliche, and a woman is more than her makeup, but on your wedding day you want to feel like you're the prettiest woman in the world - Amanda's work helped me feel that way. I'm confident she would make you feel like that too.
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Anna Sent on 06/07/2012
5 out of 5 rating
I heard about Amanda from a friend who also used her, and after doing the make-up trial I was sold. Amanda was such a pleasure to work with! She was responsive, helpful, and is so skilled at making people look their best! I LOVED my wedding makeup - it was just the perfect balance of natural and glam, and I got so many compliments. My bridesmaids loved her too.

The best part? I'm going to be a bridesmaid in a friend's wedding this year, and she is hiring Amanda (based on the fact she loved my make-up and my recommendation). I can't wait to have Amanda do my make-up again!
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Erin Sent on 10/21/2014
5 out of 5 rating
Amanda did makeup for my wedding in Lincoln, MA on July 5, 2014. She did makeup for me and for most of my bridesmaids. She did an amazing job and we all received so many compliments on our makeup. The makeup also stayed on all night through tears, laughter, dinner and dancing - it stayed put. In fact, I passed out that night without washing my face and woke up still looking amazing! She is a self-professed makeup junkie and has an amazing collection of products to suit every style, skin type and personality. I would recommend her to anyone and use her again in a heartbeat. Amanda knows her stuff!
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Ursula Sent on 08/20/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing makeup artist

Amanda was amazing! Not only is she an incredibly talented make up artist, she is so fun and kind. My bridesmaids, mother, and I all felt so beautiful. I am so happy we were able to hire her and would HIGHLY recommend her. She is doing my best friend's wedding next summer and I can't wait to get make up done by her again. We all wanted natural make up but had different levels of comfort wearing makeup which she accommodated perfectly. A must hire!
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Rachael Sent on 10/21/2013
5 out of 5 rating
Amanda is simply amazing! She came highly recommended to me by a good friend for wedding makeup and I'm so thankful! Amanda planned a trial session with my Mom and I and we loved her and her work immediately. She gave us some wonderful recommendations to prep for the day of and I didn't want to take my trial makeup off! On the wedding day she was amazing. So sweet with all of my bridesmaids and my Mom and Mother-in Law. We looked amazing and my makeup lasted ALL night long even through oily skin, tears, and dancing! It looked flawless! I also love Amanda's ability to keep makeup looking so good but still very real. I had so many people comment on how beautiful my makeup was and that I still looked like myself, which is exactly what I wanted. Also both of the mothers looked stunning! Now I just need another excuse to get my makeup done! Also make sure to follow Amanda on instagram/facebook. She's always posting great pics of her work and pointers, which I love! Thank you my dear! :)
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2014 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2013 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

1 Endorsement
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Amanda is one of the best makeup artists in the Boston area!! I always love working with her for both professional and personal projects; my go to for beauty needs!!

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