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JL Makeup Studio and Beauty Boutique is a wedding hair and makeup service based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Jae Lee Paredes and Joy Lager, owners and operators of this beauty service, prioritize giving every client a luxury experience that is personalized to make them look and feel their very best. Specializing in hair and makeup for wedding and wedding-related events, this beauty service understands the significance of your wedding day, and thus wants every step of your beautifying experience to be none short of magical.

Experience
Co-owners of JL Makeup Studio and Beauty Boutique Jae Lee Paredes and Joy Lager are seasoned professionals in the wedding industry. Jae Lee Paredes, possessing two lash extension certifications and several publications and commercial achievements to her name, has over five years of experience in the industry. Joy Lager has been in the industry since 2001, when she graduated from the Pittsburgh Beauty Academy. She is licensed as an esthetician and a nail technician.

Services Offered
JL Makeup Studio and Beauty Boutique prioritizes makeup trials, which ensures you will be more than happy with the products being used and your personalized look when the big day arrives. From makeup lessons to customized hair and makeup looks in-studio and on-site, this beauty service offers whatever you need to look your best on your special day. Tattoo coverage, microblading, waxing, and lash or brow tinting are also available.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the base price for blowouts for brides?

$45

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

$85

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

$45

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

$85

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

$115

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

$85

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

$85

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

$130

What is the base price for traditional makeup for brides?

$85

What is the base price for airbrush makeup for brides?

$130

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

$237

Does makeup price include false lashes?

Yes

What beauty services do you offer?

Consultations
Men's Grooming
Skincare

What hair services do you offer?

Blowouts
Extensions
Textured Hair Styling
Updos / Styling
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
Brow/Lash Tinting
Tattoo Coverage

What hair removal services do you offer?

Waxing

Reviews of JL Makeup Studio and Beauty Boutique

Lydia
Lydia Sent on 09/16/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Ashley H is amazing!

I had Ashley H for mine & my bridesmaids hair services. She is an amazing hair stylist, we all looked great. The styles lasted all day! Shes extremely easy to work with. I am a Hairstylist myself so I am a bit particular with how I like my hair and she absolutely nailed both my trial and day of wedding hair. I'd reccomend her to anyone looking to have amazing hair that lasts all day on their Wedding day!
Cady
Cady Sent on 08/14/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Simply, in LOVE!

JL Studios are the picture of professionalism, fun, and care!!

Hiring them to help make my bridesmaids and family members look and feel their best was the best decision ever! They were efficient, caring, and were so on top of their schedule, we got AN HOUR ahead!!! I’ve never seen anything like it, it was incredible! These ladies sure know how to make everyone feel the joy all prep long, and I can’t recommend them enough!

Thank you JL ladies, we appreciate you!!
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Valerie Sent on 11/17/2023
5 out of 5 rating

So amazing!

Jae and Carolynn were absolutely incredible! The hair and makeup looked so beautiful! My entire bridal party and I were so happy with the final result! Also even when I was having bridal jitters and overanalyzing everything, they helped me stay calm and listened to me so well!
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Brianna Sent on 11/08/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Great team!

I was so glad these ladies were in charge of hair and makeup on our day of! Leading up to the wedding I got a couple facials at their physical location and my skin looked amazing for the wedding. They were on time, professional, and had plenty of help to get us all ready. We didn’t have to start until 10am and there were 11 people. They had us ready to go for the first look at 2pm! I was so impressed at how efficiently they moved through everyone. Everyone’s hair and makeup was so pretty! My hair stayed in place and held up to the heat and humidity on a 95 degree day in May. They were bright and positive just as you’d hope everyone would be the morning of your wedding. Highly recommend!
Rachel
Rachel Sent on 06/21/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Best Makeup & Hair!

Jae Lee and Carolynn are always the best to work with. They have done my makeup plenty of times for various events and absolutely NAILED IT on my wedding day. Plus, they are always fun to hang around since you do spend some good time together! I would recommend them to anyone in the Pittsburgh area if you are in need of a makeover for a good event – they make it look so natural too!
Christina
Christina Sent on 05/26/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Sam and Bri were fabulous!

I booked Sam and Bri for my wedding hair/ makeup and they were incredible. Not only are they so talented and easy to work with, but are fun people you want to hang around!

At the trial, they listened attentively to what I wanted. And when I changed my mind for the actual day, they deftly changed gears and made it happen! My mom, bridesmaid and I looked and felt amazing. They also had no issues coming to my getting ready spot on the North side, arriving early and finishing ahead of schedule. Thank you Sam and Bri for your professionalism, fun and beautiful work!
Payge
Payge Sent on 04/18/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Worth every cent

What a freakin' dream it was partnering with JL Makeup Studio & Beauty Boutique.

Jae Lee Paredes led the makeup team, making everyone look truly flawless. She heard every desire I had, and made it come to life. I don't wear any makeup in my day-to-day life, so I wanted a really polished but easy-going makeup look, and WOW. Not to toot my own horn, but DAMN. ;)

Dana led the hair team, and I cannot believe how well everything held up throughout the day. From the first hair appointment until the ceremony, it was about 8 hours. And there was truly not a hair on anyone that fell out of place. I had a floral comb made to fit in with my hair style that we tested out during the trial, and everyone kept telling me how "me" the whole look was. I could not believe how beautiful I looked and felt.

Worth every cent.
Kara
Kara Sent on 12/13/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Flawless and long lasting

Thank you to JL studio for doing my makeup for my wedding. I had Madyson come to the hotel to do the makeup for my wedding. Everyone looked amazing and the makeup looked perfect even 12 hours later when we turned in for the night.
Spenser
Spenser Sent on 05/17/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Flawless, subtle, and long-lasting beauty support for your big day.

As someone who rarely wears makeup, I really didn’t know what to look for in a makeup studio. I reached out to my photographer and she said, “Every time I’ve done a shoot with someone whose makeup was done by Joy, they’ve looked flawless.” Although my thrice postponed wedding ended up being on a date that Joy wasn’t available, the ladies at the studio shared their notes and pictures from my trial with each other, making me feel confident that they would be able to achieve my desired look. The airbrushed makeup felt light and breathable, and stayed on when I shed a few tears during toasts. Jenny (makeup) and Samantha (hair) were professional and fun to hang out with while we got ready. They even had options subtle enough that my husband felt comfortable spending some time in the makeup chair for the big day!
McCall
Mccall Sent on 09/05/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Beauty perfection

Madyson was my makeup artist for my August wedding. At my trial, she took the time to really understand my overall look and help me feel comfortable. I was going for a natural glam look and she perfected it. My makeup lasted my entire wedding day and I love looking at my photos feeling like I really achieved the best version of myself look. She was kind and efficient and made my entire bridal party and my mom look and feel incredible. I am so happy we had Madyson on our wedding team!
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
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