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Epiphany Beauty provides professional makeup artistry services for weddings, special events, proms, film, television, and editorial work in Virginia, the District of Columbia, Maryland and North Carolina. We use top quality cosmetic products to include M.A.C. Cosmetics, Bobbi Brown Cosmetics, Kryolan, Ben Nye, Iwata and Temptu airbrush.

As the Key Makeup Artist and Owner, it is my goal to provide each client with exceptional customer service, professionalism and the fruition of your artistic vision whether it is for a wedding, commercial or fashion show. In order to serve my clients successfully, I combine my educational background in Human Resources and Fashion Merchandising/Marketing with professional makeup training from the Bennett Career Institute, Virginia Makeup Artist Studio and phenomenal celebrity makeup artist Danessa Myricks. I also received training and experience while working for the Estee Lauder Companies and Mary Kay Cosmetics. In short, I am very passionate about makeup and helping women look and feel their absolute best!

Please browse the site for additional information and to view my portfolio. I look forward to working with you to make your event a success!

Sincerely,
Charlene

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Frequently asked questions

What is the base price for blowouts for brides?

$85

What is the price of trial service for blowouts for brides?

$85

What is the base price for blowouts for attendants/family members?

$85

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

$83

What is the base price for updos/styling for brides?

$125

What is the price of trial service for updos/styling for brides?

$85

What beauty services do you offer?

Consultations
Skincare

What hair services do you offer?

Blowouts
Coloring
Extensions
Relaxer
Haircuts
Keratin
Perm
Textured Hair Styling
Updos / Styling
Hair Trial
On-Site Hair

What makeup services do you offer?

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

Reviews of Epiphany Beauty

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Kaili Sent on 03/24/2018
5 out of 5 rating
It was a pleasure working with Charlene to create a perfect wedding look. I wanted to look natural, and even, and fresh for my day; and good for photos in natural light. I did not want to look like I had a makeup face on. It was also important for me to relate to someone who understood my skin tone and could create a personalized foundation (air brush). We communicated by phone and text. Then, we only met once for a trial (as I travelled from Brooklyn NYC to Richmond) and she created a great look. Charlene has an abundance of experience working with with print, and video media and for these reasons she was the perfect choice! She was prompt with communication and kept my bridal party on-time.
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Talia Sent on 07/18/2014
5 out of 5 rating
I am so glad that I found Charlene and Epiphany Beauty! She and her team provided makeup application for me, 7 of my bridesmaids, and my mother on my wedding day. Charlene and her team traveled to my hotel the day of the wedding(located in Richmond), came fully prepared with everything they needed, and were so nice and personable throughout the process. Prior to my wedding day, I had a trial with Charlene to determine my look for the big day. I asked for a few adjustments based on how my makeup held up throughout the day of my trial and she executed these changes flawlessly for my wedding day. Everyone looked beautiful! My girls and I received so many compliments and even at the altar my husband kept whispering how beautiful I looked! Charlene also provided the best price in the Richmond area based on my research and making the deposit and final payment was easy. I was extremely happy with her services and would recommend her to other brides in the future.
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Summer Sent on 09/02/2013
5 out of 5 rating
Charlene and her team provided beautiful makeup for me and four of my bridesmaids. She was prompt, efficient, and well prepared. The area in which we were getting our makeup applied was not very spacious, however she made it work and kept a very positive attitude. This speaks to her flexibility. From my initial consult with Charlene, to my trial run, to my special day, she remained nothing less than professional. As one who doesn't wear a great deal of makeup, she made me feel comfortable and at ease. Our makeup turned out lovely and it was just what I wanted. I would highly recommend her!!
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Joy Sent on 04/15/2013
5 out of 5 rating
Epiphany Beauty is first class! I contracted Epiphany for my engagement photos, bridal portraits and wedding day - everything turned out excellent! Since I had an evening wedding, I wanted a dramatic/high glam look - she nailed it! Charlene worked her magic - I trusted her skill and her vision.

One thing that I really appreciated, it may be small..but it was big to me. I wanted a certain look for my lips...but I was unable to really describe in words what I wanted. Charlene and I sat in her studio until we got it right! I appreciated that so much! She treated my special day as it were hers.

And her personality is so sweet..she has such a contagious smile :) Her staff is very professional and skilled as well.

For any event that I need to look perfect for, I'm going with Epiphany Beauty!
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Mia Sent on 12/05/2012
5 out of 5 rating
Epiphany Beauty provided fabulous makeup services for myself and bridesmaids. Charlene's level of expertise, artistry and professionalism exceeded my expectations. Charlene and her team traveled to my hotel and were extremely flexible and easy going. It was truly a pleasure to work with them. Epiphany Beauty's services are absolutely awesome and well worth the investment!!
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User938216 Sent on 09/18/2012
5 out of 5 rating
Charlene and Epiphany Beauty was a pure joy to work with for my wedding. From the initial consultation to the day of my wedding she was very helpful, responsive, alert, kind and caring. Not only did she do a flawless job on my makeup, but her team did a great job as well on my bridesmaids. In addition to the wonderful makeup services provided, she also brought a serene calmness with her that kept me and the girls at ease. We all felt as if we had known her and her team for years and was very comfortable with them. After an outside mid-June wedding in which I had cake smashed in my face, my makeup was still flawless at the end of the day. Great service AND a great attitude don't come hand in hand very often, but with Epiphany Beauty, you are sure to receive both at the same time. I will definitely be using them in the future for all my makeup needs.
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Chantika Sent on 06/17/2012
5 out of 5 rating
For someone like me that wears no makeup at all......you made me look GORGEOUS!!!! Thanks so much. It was a pleasure working with you.
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Shanita Sent on 06/01/2012
5 out of 5 rating
Charlene and her team did an excellent job on my bridesmaids and I. We received compliments all night on how great our faces looked. My make-up lasted for hours and it looked just as good at the end of the night as it did when she first applied it. Charlene is very friendly and very easy to work with. I would definitely recommend using her services for your wedding!!
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Tiffany Sent on 05/16/2012
5 out of 5 rating
Charlene does an AMAZING job! She did such a great job on both my bridal shoots that my bridesmaids begged me to contract her for their makeup on wedding day. She adjusted her schedule to service me and my wedding party as well as another bride. My makeup was flawless and stayed on ALL day!! Everyone was pleased and looked beautiful in all the pictures. I'll only contact Charlene to do my makeup for any event I have in the future!!!
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Denise Sent on 10/25/2011
5 out of 5 rating
Epiphany Beauty was wonderful. I had never had such an amazing experience with makeup before Charlene. I have hyper-pigmentation and some dark spots, yet she made my skin look flawless. Her services were excellent and reasonably priced. She recommended the best application for my needs. I highly recommend the airbrush makeup. My make up lasted ALL day. I got married at 11:00am with a brunch reception and then a dinner later that night followed by dancing. The day didn't end until midnight and my husband and friends told me I looked like I had just walked down the aisle. I will definitely use Epiphany Beauty again for special occasions or just for me to learn more about makeup, application, and true beauty. Thanks again Charlene!!!!!
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2013 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2012 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

1 Endorsement
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Charlene along with her team & I have worked together on several Occassions, VERY professional, VERY talented,& HIGHLY RECOMMENDED by myself and by others in the Industry. It has always been a pleasure :)

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