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BEST WEDDING MAKEUP ARTIST -- BY: ALLURE MAGAZINE

JEN CAYLE GAUM is a Professional Makeup Artist + Beauty Expert based in NYC who specializes in weddings. Jen has been working in the beauty industry for over 20 years and is the founder of Sam + Maddy Makeup (her own makeup line). She is known for creating radiant, dewey skin and for her GLOW that naturally lights her clients up from the inside out. Her philosophy is that makeup isn't meant to mask or hide; it's a tool for revealing your own natural beauty. Jen will authentically highlight your best features and focus on brightening, texturizing and enhancing so each couple will look and feel like themselves, but BETTER and with more confidence than ever before. — What more can a soon-to-be-wed ask for on their Wedding Day?

Jen will make sure that you will love the way you look and feel on what will be one of the most important and memorable days of your life.You’ll smile with confidence in all those photos knowing you’ll be the most gorgeous that you can be. Let Jen be there for you on this epic day and send you down the aisle looking and feeling naturally stunning!

Wedding Makeup Services --

Jen provides onsite makeup services for couples and their wedding party to prepare in the comfort of their home, hotel, or dressing suite. Her own makeup and skincare line features an array of products formulated with natural ingredients to create a healthy, radiant and dewy appearance. Jen can also accommodate an array of aesthetics and skin types.

Jen is available for Wedding Makeup for the Bride, Groom and Wedding Party, Wedding Trials, Wedding Showers, Wedding Rehearsals and more.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the base price for traditional makeup for brides?

$250

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

$250

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

$200

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

$200

Does makeup price include false lashes?

Yes

What beauty services do you offer?

Consultations
Skincare

What makeup services do you offer?

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

Reviews of Jen Cayle Gaum

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Nikki Sent on 10/31/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing!!!

Jen did my make up for my wedding which was a daytime picnic in central park. I can't rave enough about her . My make up was PERFECT! I felt beautiful all day and received so many compliments. She really listened to what I wanted and gave her honest opinions. We just got the pics back from the photographer and I couldn't be happier with how my make up looked ! Thanks Jen !!
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Katherine Sent on 03/10/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Best experience with Jen Cayle Gaum

Jen was an amazing makeup artist for our wedding and wedding party (held on different days). She is incredibly easy to work with, and brought a very calming and reassuring presence to an otherwise stressful day -- Jen immediately puts you at ease. Most importantly, she did an outstanding job with everyone's makeup. Everyone looked and felt beautiful thanks to Jen's incredible talent and ability to translate a vision into reality.

We could not have been happier with how we looked -- I cannot recommend Jen and her team enough!
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Sarah Sent on 03/02/2022
5 out of 5 rating

The best and highly recommend

Bypassed my expectations. Jen made me feel and look my best on my wedding day. She has such incredible skill of having the makeup look natural and drawing attention to your features. I have since worked with Jen numerous times because I love the looks she creates.
Ariane
Ariane Sent on 01/22/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Jen is the best I have worked with!

Jen did my makeup for my wedding and she was amazing. I had butterflies before she arrived - pre wedding nerves - and she was like a ray of sunshine. She put me at ease immediately! The make up was flawless. I felt like the most gorgeous version of myself - and the makeup was as perfect at the end of the night as it was at the beginning. I have used Jen many times since my wedding for events and business engagements. She is my go-to and I highly recommend her.
Karla
Karla Sent on 01/19/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Simply the BEST!

Jen did my makeup for my wedding & bridal party. Her natural approach to applying make up was so refreshing! The most important outcome was that I looked like myself and felt confident! Jen's calm, confident demeanor made me feel like I was good hands. Her positive energy and fun sense of humor kept us all smiling. I would not hesitate to recommend Jen for your makeup!!! Simply the best!
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Amy S. Sent on 01/18/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Jen is amazing! The best experience!

I had the most incredible experience working with Jen from beginning to end! First of all her incredible energy is contagious to be around and she is a true professional when it comes to what she does. Jen is incredibly passionate about applying makeup and making you glow both inside and out. She made coordinating makeup for myself and a few family members the day of my wedding so seamless. Jen also applied makeup for my engagement pictures, wedding shower and rehearsal dinner. Also my pictures turned out amazing and the best part is I look like myself but better. She was an absolute pleasure to work with and I cannot recommend Jen enough.
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Darah Sent on 01/15/2022
5 out of 5 rating

My wedding with Jen!

I had the pleasure of working with Jen for my wedding.
Jen has the most uplifting fun personality. She made me instantly comfortable. Her energy is infectious!
I absolutely loved my makeup. Jen has a way of bringing out the best in your features in a natural way. I felt so beautiful the whole evening!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner

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