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I offer you the luxury and convenience of having a professional beauty service that brings my kit and services right to you, so you can leave all the details of your beauty to me! I have received specialized training in the art of bridal. I use a variety of premium products, including airbrush makeup, giving you a beautiful, flawless finish and long lasting, waterproof, tear-proof result unlike anything you'd receive at a makeup counter. My artistry methods are designed for both beauty and longevity.

I service all of the Northern Virginia area including Washington, DC and Maryland.

  • Hispanic or Latinx-owned
  • Woman-owned
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Frequently asked questions

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

$300

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

$225

What is the base price for updos/styling for attendants/family members?

$150

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

$225

What is the base price for traditional makeup for brides?

$300

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

$225

What is the base price for airbrush makeup for brides?

$300

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

$225

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

$150

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

$225

Does makeup price include false lashes?

Yes

What beauty services do you offer?

Consultations

What hair services do you offer?

Extensions
Textured Hair Styling
Updos / Styling
Hair Trial
On-Site Hair

What makeup services do you offer?

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

Reviews of Hair & Makeup by Yisell Santos

Ali
Ali Sent on 01/10/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Made My Wedding Day Look Perfect

I first met Yisell when she did my hair and makeup for my best friend’s wedding. I immediately loved not only her work but also how comfortable and confident she made me feel. When it came time for my own wedding, I knew without a doubt that she was the one I wanted for my special day.
From my hair and makeup trial through the wedding day itself, she was incredibly professional, attentive, and talented. She made me feel absolutely beautiful and ensured my look was exactly what I had envisioned. On the wedding day, her assistants were just as amazing, doing a fantastic job with the bridesmaids, my mom, and the mother of the groom. They were also so patient and kind while styling the young flower girl's hair, which we truly appreciated. The entire team was wonderful to work with.
I couldn’t recommend Yisell more highly to any bride looking for a hair and makeup artist who is both skilled and genuinely caring.
Christina
Christina Sent on 01/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

So happy Yisell was my HMU artist!!

Yisell is amazing. Yisell is so knowledgeable about makeup and hairstyles and is exceptional at her craft. I absolutely loved the way I looked on my wedding day and she made that happen! I also extended the time that she was there at the venue to do a 2nd hairstyle during cocktail hour. It was SOOO worth it! My wedding on December 10, ended up being rainy, 90% humidity and in the 50’s-60’s. My hair was not having it, so having her there for longer to touch up my hair and makeup a little between my first look and the ceremony made me feel confident and comfortable with my hair and makeup. Having her there to do a 2nd hairstyle (from down to a low pony) felt so good after dealing with the humidity and just being warm from being in a huge wedding dress.
Morgan
Morgan Sent on 05/24/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing H&MU!!

Yisell was incredible. She took excellent care of me, my bridesmaids, and the moms. She was so fun and did such a great job!! Her assistants were no less excellent, everyone was so pleased with how they looked and everyone's hair and make up held up through a long night of dancing. I know at least one of my bridesmaids will be calling Yisell when it's her turn. Thank you Yisell! Rock on!
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Aleyson Sent on 12/15/2022
5 out of 5 rating

A dream come true!

Yisell is easily the most incredibly talented hair and makeup artist I've ever had the pleasure of working with! I worked with her on three occasions -- for my engagement pictures session, bridal hair and makeup trial, and wedding day -- and each occasion was more spectacular than the last. For my wedding, I wanted a 1700s-inspired updo and new that it was a big ask -- Yisell delivered my dream hairstyle with such skill!
My mother and mother-in-law also had their hair and makeup done by Yisell on my wedding day, and they looked absolutely stunning! They were both beyond thrilled with how they looked.
On top of pure talent, Yisell has such a charismatic and fun personality, and she was an absolute joy to work with!
Caroline
Caroline Sent on 08/30/2022
5 out of 5 rating

The first vendor I knew I had to book

Right after the venue was set, Yisell was the first wedding vendor I booked. She has a bold and confident vibe that I felt I could only dream of having on a day that I’d be having my photo taken tons of times, so I knew I had to book her. I can honestly say now that it was the best decision. Not only does she bring expert-level skill to the art of making you look gorgeous, but she is also so easy to talk to and fun to hang out with. By the time your hair and makeup are done, you don’t just look good but you feel good and comfortable and happy and beautiful–exactly what you need to be confident for all those photos. She’s easy to discuss look ideas with and makes great recommendations; I barely knew what I wanted and she guided me in the right direction, helping me to try new things (like two full packs of extensions) without losing my authentic self. She’s also super professional and communicative, so you can relax knowing that your beauty timelines will be right on schedule the day of. Plus, my bridesmaids loved her and the second stylist she brought along (big shout out to Kristin, she also rocks). We had a great time getting all made up, in no small part because they made it fun. I also spent a large portion of my trial session with her puppy in my lap, so as if this was not already a rave review, it certainly is now.
Dezirae
Dezirae Sent on 12/09/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Out of this world

Yisell! I can’t say enough about you! From the very beginning I new your style of hair and make up was everything I wanted. I’ve done boudoir shoots, engagements shoots, milk bath shoots and just recently my wedding with you and each one couldn’t have gone more perfect thanks to you. I’ve trusted you from the beginning and I will continue to trust you for all my future hair and make up needs. Yisell was my first vendor I seen on my wedding day, she was the calm voice I needed to start such an early and busy morning. To say her style and expertise is out of this world is an understatement because she delivers nothing short of perfection. I planned my entire wedding around a date she was available for not once but THREE times ( thanks covid ). Thanks for being simply you, someone to laugh with, someone to cheers with and someone to enjoy each day with.

Elise
Elise Sent on 10/25/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing and more

I love Yisell! She is professional, mega talented, and just plain cool. Her and her team did an outstanding job on my entire bridal party. They took the time to hear the desired looks and then created magic. Yisell was able to create the perfect hair and makeup look for me even with little guidance since I was completely clueless. I am so thankful to have found her!
K
Kim W. Sent on 10/17/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Couldn't be happier

Yisell was absolutely a dream to work with, from preview to day-of execution. I hired her for both hair and make up services and I was so, so happy with her work. We worked together from reference images and I had a few tweaks on the actual day once I saw the fresh floral comb the florist made. She totally nailed the adjustments to my hair and make up. She also did my MIL's make up and her assistant (who was also wonderful) did my mom and aunts' make up and everyone was super happy with their results. Don't hesitate, Yisell's amazing!
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Bianca Sent on 07/12/2021
5 out of 5 rating

A Fancier Version of Myself!

Yisell was an absolute joy and pleasure to work with during all of my key wedding events. Her approach to beauty really resonated with me, and I love how she used my natural beauty, skin tone, and features, to create a more fancier version of myself! I left each appointment feeling stunning and gorgeous, yet still myself, which was very important to me.

As a prospective client, all you have to do is take a quick glance at Yisell’s portfolio, and her talent jumps off the page! Truly beautiful work in every single photo. In addition to being a wonderful hair & make-up artist, however, I think there a few special traits that set Yisell apart from others in her industry, of which (1) her professionalism, (2) welcoming, congenial personality and (3) genuine care for her clients, are just a few.

- Professionalism: Yisell is extremely timely and organized. Every time we worked together she was on time, and we were never rushed with any of the services. In fact, on the wedding day we were about an hour ahead of schedule, which was wonderful. Also, as I went back and forth on which services to purchase for my wedding day, she was very accommodating with all of the changes, did not pressure me in one direction over the other, and was very prompt with ensuring everything was captured in our updated contract. A huge help for any bride trying to stay on top of contracts and finances!
- Positive Personality and Energy: Yisell has this ability to connect with, and make whomever she’s working with, instantly feel at home and comfortable. I was always genuinely excited before each of our beauty appointments because she’s just an absolutely lovely person to be around! On the morning of my wedding she brought the perfect amount of excitement and positivity, which is exactly what a bride wants as they prepare for the big day!
- Care for Clients: I had a few special requests for my wedding day, (i.e., including my young nieces in the getting ready process), and Yisell very graciously and willingly accommodated them without any hesitations or concerns. She understood that having the girls there was important to me, and truly went above and beyond to make them feel extra special and included during the big day. Each of them independently shared that getting ready was one of their favorite parts of the wedding, and Yisell was a key part in shaping those memories for them.

Yisell loves her brides and will go the extra mile to make your day extra special. I would highly recommend her to any bride, and hope to work with her again soon in the future for all the special occasions yet to come! Thank you again, Yisell, for making my day so special!
Ana
Ana L. Sent on 07/08/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Just as expected

We had such a great day with Yisell and her colleague. I hired Yisell before COVID and she was extremely helpful and flexible with all of the postponements. My wedding was on hot day in June and Yisell was very flexible with making changes to reassure we all looked great for the big day.
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

8 Endorsements
ThePoseyDetail ThePoseyDetail Wedding Florists

The sweetest, most caring, & super talented yisell! I just can't say enough amazing things about her! I just LOVE working with her! xo

Jessica Nazarova Photography Jessica Nazarova Photography Wedding Photographers

She does absolutely beautiful work with both hair and makeup. She's fun, my brides love her and I can always count on Yisell to give my brides exactly what they want. She's my most recommend hair and MUA!

ImTheDJ.net ImTheDJ.net Wedding DJs

I have seen Yisell in action many times. She is a fun person to wok with and such a pro. Her talents with makeup and hair are endless. I have seen brides come down the isle glowing and I know it was because of Yisell. I can't say enough good things about her. Her work speaks for itself.

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