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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 is highly praised by multiple reviewers for her exceptional skills in makeup and hair styling for weddings. She is described as patient, professional, friendly, and talented, making the bridal party feel comfortable and beautiful. Nora's attention to detail, ability to understand the bride's vision, and commitment to perfection were highlighted, earning her rave reviews. Clients appreciated her kindness, easy communication, and dedication to ensuring the bride looked and felt her best on the special day. Booking Nora is highly recommended for brides looking for a skilled and thoughtful makeup and hair artist.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Nora is highly praised by multiple reviewers for her exceptional skills in makeup and hair styling for weddings. She is described as patient, professional, friendly, and talented, making the bridal party feel comfortable and beautiful. Nora's attention to detail, ability to understand the bride's vision, and commitment to perfection were highlighted, earning her rave reviews. Clients appreciated her kindness, easy communication, and dedication to ensuring the bride looked and felt her best on the special day. Booking Nora is highly recommended for brides looking for a skilled and thoughtful makeup and hair artist.

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.
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Sarah Sent on 09/11/2023
5 out of 5 rating

An amazing artist and stylist!

Nora is an absolute gem and a true artist when it comes to makeup and hair styling. I had the pleasure of having her as my makeup and hair stylist on my wedding day, and I couldn’t have been happier with the results.

From the moment I met Nora for a trial, I knew I was in expert hands. She took the time to understand my vision and made thoughtful suggestions to enhance it. On the big day, she transformed me into the most beautiful version of myself. I felt like a queen!

Nora’s attention to detail is unmatched. She worked tirelessly to ensure every strand of hair and every brush of makeup was perfect. Not only did she make me look stunning, but she was so wonderful to get to know.

I received so many compliments on my hair and makeup, and I owe it all to Nora. She is not only incredibly talented but also a joy to be around. She made me feel like I was getting ready with a close friend.

I can’t recommend Nora enough to any bride-to-be. If you want to feel and look your best on your special day, Nora is the one to trust. Thank you, Nora, for making me feel like a princess on my wedding day! You’re a true artist and a wonderful person.
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Laura Sent on 01/22/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Nora was wonderful and everyone looked beautiful

Nora was so easy to work with and very flexible. She and her team did a beautiful job with everyone's hair and makeup, arrived early and were a lot of fun the morning of the wedding. She was easily able to make small changes from my trial (which she travelled all the way to me for) and the final look was better than I could have imagined. Everyone was happy with their final looks and the makeup in particular did a great job with lasting in the heat all day as did my hair which was an updo. I would highly recommend Nora!
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Michaela Sent on 06/10/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Nora is AMAZING! Hire her

Nora did an incredible job with my hair and makeup for my wedding day! She was flexible with time and was so sweet. Nora is a true artist and is SO talented. She’ll make you look absolutely stunning for whatever event you hire her for!!
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Carolyn Sent on 11/06/2019
5 out of 5 rating

She is amazing!

I love Nora! She did an amazing job on my wedding day. I asked her to do a trial run a few months before my wedding and it turned out great, so I went ahead and booked her for my wedding day. She did not disappoint! She took her time and made sure I looked great. She was very nice and knows her hair and makeup well.
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!
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Mariam Sent on 09/11/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing artist!!

Nora is amazing! She listened to what I wanted and exceeded my expectations. She is extremely talented with makeup and hair! I will definitely be using her again. She doesn’t disappoint!
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Jeannie Sent on 08/06/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Very talented and professional

Nora is very professional - she replied quickly to my inquiry, provided a reasonable quote, confirmed before the event and showed up on time. She crafted my hair and makeup exactly how I wanted from photos I saved. My skin looked flawless all evening even though I am over 50, which makes her a miracle worker. She was also very calm and pleasant, which helped me feel relaxed. I highly recommend her and will contact her again when I have another event. Thanks Nora!
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Nina Sent on 07/28/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Pacific Grove Wedding 2019

So happy to have Nora as my hair/make-up artist for my wedding! She traveled to my hotel and was there early to set up. She transformed my matron -of-honor and myself efficiently with artistry that lasted into the late evening! Very professional service and cost effective. Highly recommend using her skills.
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Jillian Sent on 07/27/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding at Los Laureles Lodge, Carmel Valley

I had such a great experience with Nora. She was so supportive from my first consultation to my wedding day. Nora worked her magic with my four bridesmaids and myself. She was very time efficient and listened to all our needs. Nora payed attention to all the little details and made sure we were all happy and ready to walk down the aisle.
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