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Based in Portage, Michigan, owner Abby Bontrager has been in the bridal makeup industry for over 17 years.

If you need tips on getting your skin and brows ready for the big day, she's got you. From your first meeting at your makeup preview, til you're all ready on your wedding day, she will be there for whatever you need! Abby thrives off organization and would be happy to also help you with an itinerary to take some of that stress away.

She works in her own salon Mon - Fri and provides services in blonding and dimensional color, women's cuts, custom hair and scalp treatments, clip-in and tape hair extensions, as well as blowouts, mini facials and facial waxing to get you set up for your big day!

For your day-of, she's certified in airbrush makeup but also does traditional makeup looks as well.

Abby can provide services in her own suite, at your venue, or wherever you choose!

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Frequently asked questions

What is the base price for traditional makeup for brides?

$135

What is the price of trial service for traditional makeup for brides?

$115

What is the base price for airbrush makeup for brides?

$155

What is the price of trial service for airbrush makeup for brides?

$135

What is the base price for traditional makeup for attendants/family members?

$115

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

$115

Does makeup price include false lashes?

Yes

Which of the following are included in prices?

Consultation

What beauty services do you offer?

Consultations

What hair services do you offer?

Blowouts
Coloring
Extensions
Haircuts

What makeup services do you offer?

Airbrush Makeup
Contour Makeup
Eye Makeup
Natural Makeup
On-Site Makeup
Wedding Party Makeup
Makeup Trial
Fake Lashes

What hair removal services do you offer?

Tweezing
Waxing

What is the maximum group size you can accommodate?

7

Reviews of Beauty By Abby B

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Abby receives glowing reviews for her exceptional talent, professionalism, and attentiveness in providing wedding hair and makeup services. Reviewers praise her for creating various looks that matched their preferences, being organized, offering helpful tips, and ensuring flawless results for the big day. Abby's commitment to personalization, high-quality products, and communication shines through, making her a highly recommended choice for bridal beauty needs. Additionally, her thoughtful touches like providing touch-up kits contribute to a stress-free and pampering experience, leaving brides feeling beautiful and delighted with their wedding day looks.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Abby receives glowing reviews for her exceptional talent, professionalism, and attentiveness in providing wedding hair and makeup services. Reviewers praise her for creating various looks that matched their preferences, being organized, offering helpful tips, and ensuring flawless results for the big day. Abby's commitment to personalization, high-quality products, and communication shines through, making her a highly recommended choice for bridal beauty needs. Additionally, her thoughtful touches like providing touch-up kits contribute to a stress-free and pampering experience, leaving brides feeling beautiful and delighted with their wedding day looks.

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Cathryn Sent on 11/29/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding Hair of my Dreams 🤩

I first heard about Abby B through my close friend who had booked her for a wedding she was in & absolutely loved working with her! When I reached out to Abby, I was so excited that she was available for my wedding day! She is the sweetest person, makes you feel right at home, & is so fun to chat with! I can’t stop talking about my bridal hair & how she did such a wonderful job. She seriously made all of my wedding hair dreams come true! Book her!
Hannah
Hannah Sent on 11/06/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Hair and Experience!!

I cannot recommend Abby enough!! She did such a spectacular job with my wedding hair. I am beyond thrilled with how it turned out.

She was so patient with me as I constantly asked questions throughout the wedding process. She was great at communication, organized, prepared, and helpful. She even sent getting ready tips for my bridal party! She goes above and beyond and is such an asset.

I know nothing about hair or makeup and she walked me through every step of the process with kindness and patience. She helped me improve my hair’s health before the wedding and walked me through the hair extension process so I could have the wedding hair of my dreams.

I’m so grateful to have had Abby as a part of my big day and cannot thank her enough for everything she did!
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Audrey Sent on 10/18/2024
5 out of 5 rating

such a great stylist!

Abby was very responsive and professional. she listened to everyone's wishes and pulled off a variety of cute looks, really great to work with!
Beth
Beth Sent on 10/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Abby is wonderful!

Abby did the makeup for our moms (traditional makeup) and two of my bridesmaids (airbrush) on my wedding day and she did such an amazing job! She was super kind and responsive and a joy to work with leading up to and on wedding day. Very happy we went with her!
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Olivia Sent on 07/31/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Great job!!

Abby did a great job! She was accommodating professional friendly and warm! She did many various looks for myself and wedding party - from soft glam to full on glam! To soft curls to trendy high up do! Def recommend! Great!!!
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Claire Sent on 07/15/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding Hair & Makeup

Abby was amazing! She created the wedding hair/makeup of my dreams. I am so thankful to have had such an amazing person a part of my wedding day. She really made me feel comfortable and beautiful! She took it into her own hands to create a hair and makeup schedule which alleviated some stress for me! I highly recommend her for your perfect wedding hair and makeup! 🤍
Paxton
Paxton Sent on 05/24/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The best of the best for wedding hair & makeup!!

You absolutely have to book Abby! She is both extremely professional and extremely personable! She will make all your wedding hair and makeup dreams come true because that’s exactly what she did for me! Abby is intentional with every detail with her services. Abby studied the inspo pictures I sent her and asked for feedback each step of my hair and makeup trial. Abby follows through on whatever feedback you give her as well. This put me at absolute peace of mind on my wedding day! If you follow Abby on Instagram, you will see she is always taking classes and sharpening her skills. I honestly can’t recommend booking her enough! She even gives you a touch up kit for after she leaves so that your makeup looks fresh for your whole event!! Forever thankful that Abby Bontrager was my hair and makeup artist for my wedding.
Megan
Megan Sent on 04/27/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Abby is one of the best!

Abby did both my hair and makeup for my wedding day. She provides helpful tips and takes thorough notes during your bridal preview and makes adjustments where necessary to ensure you are set for your big day. Her set up is beautiful and organized which is great for those getting ready photos. She also had a fun getting ready playlist and provides a touch up kit! Abby is so sweet, professional, thoughtful and extremely talented. I highly recommend Abby, she goes above and behind, I'm so thankful I chose her!



*photos by Ruby Marissa Photography*
Jennifer
Jennifer Sent on 10/16/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent Bridal and Hair Make Up Stylist

Abby did a phenomenal job on my bridal hair and make up! She was kind and considerate of my time and needs. Her intentionally with asking questions and providing tips and guidance before the big day put me at ease and allowed me to enjoy being pampered before the ceremony began. She even left me a bag with some things I may need as the wedding day progressed. Working with her was an absolute joy and I would highly recommend her for your bridal needs!
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Lindsey Sent on 10/14/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Beauty by Abby

Abby did a wonderful job on making me feel gorgeous on my big day! She came to my friends salon and set up her makeup table early. Abby was ready to go before the bridal party and I arrived! Came down to crunch time and she had to work with my hair stylest to get done in time. She worked her magic in order to complete my "look" by go time. Abby also supplied little beauty kits for the bridal party and myself once completed with our makeup. This kit included the color of lipstick matching what she used and a few other things. That way we could make touch ups throughout the night to match our makeup! Abby did an amazing job! My airbrush make up stayed all night and my pictures came out beautifully! Thank you Abby!
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