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Best Face Forward- Skin, Makeup & Hair Artists
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"I am so incredibly thankful for the beautiful work the BFF team did for my crew on my wedding day!..."
"I had THE BEST experience with BFF not once, not twice, but THREE times! After being a bridesmaid in..."
About this vendor
Best Face Forward- Skin, Makeup & Hair Artists is a wedding hair and makeup company that provides its services with teams throughout several major markets: a) northern Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, DC, b) Hampton Roads, and c) South Texas. We specialize in on-site skin, makeup and hair services for all ethnicities and weddings of all cultures. Our founders are a mother-daughter team who have established an outstanding award-winning group of diverse professionals to serve any size of event, and provide superb service for couples.
Experience
Susie and Kara have been part of the bridal beauty industry since 2011. Susie has almost 40 years experience in the skincare and makeup industries, while Kara has more than 20 years of experience. The company's artists have been recognized by several wedding websites. The artists have also done hair and makeup for Grammy-nominated musicians, heads of states and cabinet officials, TV personalities, and top beauty pageant titleholders.
**All Artists are Barbicide and COVID-19 Sanitation Certified and insured.**
Services Offered
Best Face Forward- Skin, Makeup & Hair Artists provides touchup hours, multiple stylists for large parties, and men's grooming services in addition to the following:
- Blowouts
- Hair extensions
- Hair trial
- On-site hair
- Textured styling
- Updos/styling
- On-site makeup
- Contour, eye, natural, and wedding party makeup
- Fake lashes
- Makeup trial
Experience
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22 years in business
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We speak English and Spanish
Weddings with this vendor
Arthur & Nicole
44 photos
Caroline & Greg
25 photos
Ariel & David
62 photos
Daniel & Emily
17 photos
Trey & Kristina
51 photos
FAQ
Does makeup price include false lashes?
No
Which of the following are included in prices?
Consultation
Trial Service
What beauty services do you offer?
Consultations
Men's Grooming
Skincare
What hair services do you offer?
Blowouts
Extensions
Textured Hair Styling
Updos / Styling
Hair Trial
On-Site Hair
What makeup services do you offer?
Contour Makeup
Eye Makeup
Natural Makeup
On-Site Makeup
Wedding Party Makeup
Makeup Trial
Fake Lashes
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Best Face Forward is consistently praised for being professional, organized, and responsive from planning through the wedding day. They deliver personalized, long-lasting hair and makeup for brides, bridal parties, and family across hair types and ages, and manage large groups smoothly. Many reviewers called the team talented, calming, and worth the cost.
Laura Sent on 11/18/2022
5 out of 5 rating
Dream team!
I am so incredibly thankful for the beautiful work the BFF team did for my crew on my wedding day! From my initial call with Kara, I knew they were the right team. In the months leading up to the big day, communication was good, and I felt like Kara really worked hard to make sure my vision was heard. My hair and makeup trial with Josh and Gina went better than expected, and they were very open to a few minor tweaks I asked for afterward. Josh, Gina, Priscilla, and Leanne were absolutely wonderful to work with on the big day. My group, which included myself, 5 bridesmaids, and my mom and MIL, had a wide variety of styles in mind and different comfort levels when it comes to wearing makeup, and everyone ended up with looks they loved. We added on groom’s services as well and they were able to tame my now husband’s notorious cowlick, lol. And the team was very efficient—we even finished getting everyone ready ahead of schedule! I highly, highly recommend the BFF team!
Emily Sent on 07/02/2026
5 out of 5 rating
5-Star Experience Start to Finish
I had THE BEST experience with BFF not once, not twice, but THREE times! After being a bridesmaid in two previous weddings where they did our hair and makeup, there was absolutely no question who I would trust with my own special day.
From start to finish, their communication was flawless—quick, clear, concise, and completely stress-free. Even when I had a few minor hiccups and last-minute changes, the team was right there to support me every single step of the way.
When I saw my final look in the mirror on my wedding day, I instantly burst into tears. I have never felt more beautiful, confident, or genuinely cared for in my entire life.
I am endlessly grateful to the entire BFF crew—especially Daisy, Heather, Kara, and Meg—for being the perfect mix of professional, fun, and kind throughout the entire process. I would recommend BFF a million times over to absolutely anyone!
From start to finish, their communication was flawless—quick, clear, concise, and completely stress-free. Even when I had a few minor hiccups and last-minute changes, the team was right there to support me every single step of the way.
When I saw my final look in the mirror on my wedding day, I instantly burst into tears. I have never felt more beautiful, confident, or genuinely cared for in my entire life.
I am endlessly grateful to the entire BFF crew—especially Daisy, Heather, Kara, and Meg—for being the perfect mix of professional, fun, and kind throughout the entire process. I would recommend BFF a million times over to absolutely anyone!
Nathalie Sent on 05/16/2026
5 out of 5 rating
Wonderful experience with the whole team!
Kara was outstanding with helping me out at the last minute with my hair and makeup needs for my April 2026 wedding, after I had a tragic trial experience with another vendor back in Jan-Feb. Her and Meg took care of their communication swiftly, and with ease, and are total professionals. They were flexible but firm in their policies, and you can tell they care deeply not only about their brides, but artists as well.
Norma was fantastic to work with for my hair and make up needs. She was professional and kind, easy to talk with, and solicited my feedback through the entire process, with the end goal of making sure we were both happy with the results. Yoana assisted with the makeup of my family members and was getting all the kudos from them throughout the day.
Norma was fantastic to work with for my hair and make up needs. She was professional and kind, easy to talk with, and solicited my feedback through the entire process, with the end goal of making sure we were both happy with the results. Yoana assisted with the makeup of my family members and was getting all the kudos from them throughout the day.
Haylee Sent on 04/24/2026
5 out of 5 rating
2nd time customer!
This is my second time scheduling through Best Face Forward for hair and makeup for my younger son’s bar mitzvah. The first time I scheduled was 2.5 years ago for my older son’s bar mitzvah. I was able to schedule through the Best Face Forward website and scheduling was easy and detailed with what information is needed.
Natalie was the artist assigned to me and met me at the hotel where the event was at to do my hair and makeup. She was on time and was invited into my room. It took her about 10 minutes to set up and she started on my hair and finished with my makeup. Natalie listed to how I wanted my makeup/hair and delivered! I felt like a movie star and received compliments all night long.
Kara is honestly a gem and you should look no where else for your hair and makeup needs!
Natalie was the artist assigned to me and met me at the hotel where the event was at to do my hair and makeup. She was on time and was invited into my room. It took her about 10 minutes to set up and she started on my hair and finished with my makeup. Natalie listed to how I wanted my makeup/hair and delivered! I felt like a movie star and received compliments all night long.
Kara is honestly a gem and you should look no where else for your hair and makeup needs!
Melissa Sent on 04/22/2026
5 out of 5 rating
Absolutely the BEST!
I'm a photographer that offers hair and makeup as an add-on to a session for maternity, newborn, and family sessions, and I have been working with Best Face Forward for a few years now. All of my clients that have worked with BFF have been super happy with the experience. Everything about the process is easy. I love having them in my corner to help my clients have the best all around experience for their photo sessions! I highly recommend BFF to anyone looking for hair and makeup artists!
Paige Sent on 02/12/2026
5 out of 5 rating
Beautifully done!
"I cannot recommend Best Face Forward enough! We had a massive group of 20 women for hair and makeup, and they handled the morning with such professional ease and grace.
What impressed me most was their ability to cater to everyone. Our group included women of all ages, and the team was incredibly flexible in adapting to each person’s unique skin type and personal preferences. They didn't just follow a 'one-size-fits-all' approach; they gave beautiful, personalized ideas that made everyone feel like the best version of themselves.
From the youngest bridesmaids to the mothers and grandmothers, every single woman felt stunning and confident. If you have a large bridal party and want a team that is creative, calming, and exceptionally skilled at working with diverse styles, look no further!".
What impressed me most was their ability to cater to everyone. Our group included women of all ages, and the team was incredibly flexible in adapting to each person’s unique skin type and personal preferences. They didn't just follow a 'one-size-fits-all' approach; they gave beautiful, personalized ideas that made everyone feel like the best version of themselves.
From the youngest bridesmaids to the mothers and grandmothers, every single woman felt stunning and confident. If you have a large bridal party and want a team that is creative, calming, and exceptionally skilled at working with diverse styles, look no further!".
Sonia Sent on 11/02/2025
5 out of 5 rating
Top notch!
I recently had the pleasure to experience the best hair and makeup by a very professional team from Best Face Artists. We all had to fill out a detailed form before the event and when the team arrived, each professional assigned to the Bride to be, bridesmaids, mother of the Bride, aunt, and mother of the groom (me!) knew our preferences and worked with us to make us all look our best! They all were calm and very personable. They did a beautiful job with everyone’s hair and makeup by listening to us and offering great suggestions! It was such a treat to be in the hands of such a talented team!
Jennifer Sent on 10/15/2025
5 out of 5 rating
Best Face Forward saved the day in the nick of time!
My hair and makeup plan fell threw just 5 days before my big event (my husband's 40th with over 100 guests), so after emailing a bunch of makeup and hair companies in the area, only Best Face Forward replied. It was wedding season (October) but they managed to squeeze me in and I made it to my event on time with no stress! Norma came to my house and she worked fast with great results; the pictures speak for themselves! She did exactly what I asked for: a soft glam look that still looked like me. My friends and family were all complimenting me at the party and I felt so beautiful. I was nervous about doing professional makeup but Norma made me look so amazing! Norma really made all the difference for me and I felt so beautiful while celebrating my husband on his 40th.
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We love working with Kara and her seasoned team. A huge factor for me in hiring a vendor is responsiveness and she is amazingly responsive and attentive! Her team does a great job of making our clients feel at ease throughout the entire process which is why I always recommend her!
We LOVED working with Susanne at Best Face Forward! She was so sweet, made everyone look STUNNING and super easy to work with! 100% recommend!
A Fantastic company to work with. I can't recommend the amazing makeup artists here enough!
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