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Key to Beauty by Nora is a wedding hair and makeup business based out of Monterey, California. Boasting over a decade’s worth of experience creating glamorous looks for brides-to-be, they have the expertise to make your fantasy look a wedding-day reality. Their mission is to allow customers to feel positive about their appearance as they get ready to walk down the aisle.

Services Offered

Whether expertly harnessing the airbrushing technique, applying fake eyelashes, contouring makeup, or creating a natural look, Key to Beauty by Nora knows how to empower their clients. They also offer blowouts, extensions, textured hair styling, updos, and more to give you a dazzling hairdo that wows your partner and the wedding party.

Offering onsite hair and makeup, Key to Beauty by Nora likes to travel to you to apply their magic touch. Travel fees and Deposit are non-refundable. This cuts out any hassle of planning a trip, and it allows you to transform your pre-ceremony space into a private salon. Other services available include consultations, trials, and wedding party makeup.


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Frequently asked questions

What is the base price for blowouts for brides?

$90

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

$90

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

$75

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

$75

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

$180

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

$125

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

$95

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

$40

What is the base price for traditional makeup for brides?

$150

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

$125

What is the base price for airbrush makeup for brides?

$200

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

$175

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

$75

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

$30

Does makeup price include false lashes?

Yes

Which of the following are included in prices?

Consultation

What hair services do you offer?

Blowouts
Extensions
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

What is the maximum group size you can accommodate?

15

Reviews of Key to Beauty by Nora

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Nora and her team were highly praised for their exceptional makeup and hair styling services at weddings. Reviewers appreciated her professionalism, attention to detail, and ability to create stunning looks that lasted throughout the day. Clients found Nora to be flexible, easy to work with, and able to accommodate changes based on their preferences. Overall, many brides were delighted with Nora's work and highly recommended her for a stress-free and enjoyable wedding day experience.

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Nora and her team were highly praised for their exceptional makeup and hair styling services at weddings. Reviewers appreciated her professionalism, attention to detail, and ability to create stunning looks that lasted throughout the day. Clients found Nora to be flexible, easy to work with, and able to accommodate changes based on their preferences. Overall, many brides were delighted with Nora's work and highly recommended her for a stress-free and enjoyable wedding day experience.

Dayna
Dayna Sent on 06/22/2024
5 out of 5 rating

She’s a must! Perfect, not only in MUAH for your special day!

Nora did an incredible job from start to finish. She was so patient with me during our trial and day of the wedding- especially because I was an indecisive bride! She was professional, prompt, friendly, and so good at what she does. Her and her team not only did an amazing job on our wedding day, they made it fun and memorable. The morning of your wedding can be nerve wracking, stressful, etc. but she calmed my nerves and her presence calmed my nerves. We had 9 brides maids, and mother of the bride, three flower girls, and a bride and she was ahead of schedule. I fully trusted her. I knew she wouldn’t let me leave without me loving how I looked, and she never once made me feel rushed or uncomfortable. Book Nora for an incredible MUAH artist, and you’ll also get an incredibly kind human that will make you day extra special.
Jamie
Jamie Sent on 10/27/2019
5 out of 5 rating

SAVED the day - beautiful work!

Two hours after my original hair/makeup artist's planned arrival time with no word from them, we sought out plan B. Nora picked up the phone after we called maybe ten local artists and agreed to head straight to our venue after completing another wedding. She arrived and got to work straight away - easily understanding the look I was hoping for and even though we got a late start, our day remained on schedule! She is a true professional, knew we wanted natural looks but also made sure we would look great on camera.

I can't thank or recommend Nora enough. Not just because she did beautiful, natural, elegant work, but because she showed up for me in an even more beautiful way in my time of need. So grateful for her calming presence and beautiful artistry!
Blair
Blair Sent on 04/18/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Bridal Hair and Makeup

Nora did the hair and makeup for myself and 5 other women’s for my wedding. From my trial appointment to the day of the wedding, Nora was always professional. My hair and makeup stayed put all day. I was also on a very tight budget for my wedding and Nora’s prices are great, especially for the awesome jobs she does.
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