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Hello Beautiful Brides!

My name is Melissa and I am the owner of Make Me Up. I have been a makeup artist for over 20 year and have done hundreds of weddings. I took a short break from wedding makeup while I was focusing on building my Aesthetician business. I started doing weddings again in 2023, I missed it deeply! Please feel free to check out my instagram @makemeup_melissa.

I have also been working as a Medical Aesthetician for over 16 years and provides clients with the best skin care treatments and advise. My goal is to enhance your makeup and skin therapy experience.

*All hair services are done by the beautiful and talented Robin Dunn or Christina Irene. We work together to coordinate the perfect look and package for each individual bride.

Please feel free to email or call Melissa with any questions. Can't wait to be a part of your special day!

Kindly,

Melissa Caufield

melissacaufield@yahoo.com

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Frequently asked questions

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

$150

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

$75

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

$75

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

$75

What is the base price for traditional makeup for brides?

$150

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

$75

What is the base price for airbrush makeup for brides?

$150

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

$75

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?

$75

Does makeup price include false lashes?

Yes

What is the starting price for facials?

$99

Which of the following are included in prices?

Assistant Fee

What beauty services do you offer?

Consultations
Facials
Skincare

What hair services do you offer?

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 is the maximum group size you can accommodate?

15

Reviews of Make Me-Up

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Annel Sent on 07/29/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Melissa is fantastic

I came across Melissa through another wedding vendor. I gave her a call and booked her to do my make up without a trial. She did not disappoint, I loved the look she created on me for my special day. She is now my go to artist!!!
Renee
Renee Sent on 06/13/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely Amazing!!!

Melissa is seriously AMAZING!! She did my wedding makeup so beautifully and it lasted through the entire day! I originally had a different makeup artist scheduled that had a family emergency and had to cancel the day prior to my wedding. Melissa drove all the way to San Diego and did my makeup along with my 6 bridesmaids. I have never felt so beautiful and I couldn't thank Melissa enough for making my wedding day so special. She is so sweet, personable, and talented!
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Rachel Sent on 12/29/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Melissa was the absolute best makeup artist I have ever met. She made me feel so comfortable and confident in every choice I made on our wedding day. I told Melissa up front that I am very particular about my makeup and like it to look a certain way. She completely read my mind and gave me everything and more I could have asked for on my wedding day. I can not explain how TALENTED she is. She knows exactly how to take your color, skin type, and wants and make the perfect look that you are asking for. There is no one else I would have trusted on such a stressful day, other than Melissa. She went above and beyond for me and everyone in my bridal party and I can not thank her enough! Thank you Melissa, I look forward to seeing you in the future! We love you!
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Jessica Sent on 07/01/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Thank you so much to Melissa for being our hair and makeup savior for our wedding! We had previously booked a vendor who became pregnant between booking and the wedding, and could no longer travel to the wedding location. We found Melissa < 3 months before the wedding, and not only did she squeeze me in for a hair and makeup trial before the wedding but did a PHENOMENAL job with our hair and makeup. Her squad was on time the day of the wedding and provided an amazingly relaxed setting for our hair and makeup that also allowed us to all sleep in - a miracle in the land of getting ready for weddings! Beyond that, Melissa's hair team was SO fast it was amazing. Melissa was flexible and made all of us feel comfortable with the various makeup styles we wanted (from natural for my mom to more traditional makeup for me, the bride). I would recommend her to anyone getting married in Southern California - I wish I lived closer so we could work together again! Thank you Melissa!
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Joanna Sent on 06/22/2016
5 out of 5 rating
Melissa did a truly beautiful job with my makeup for my engagement photos and wedding. She listened to exactly what I wanted and made me look the best I ever have while still looking like myself! My bridesmaids were all extremely happy with their makeup, as well – it’s also the best I’ve ever seen any of them look! I was so impressed by Make Me Up’s work!!!!! Plus, Melissa is a total sweetheart and helped make the getting ready process fun for everyone on the day of!
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Mackenzie Sent on 12/01/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Melissa and Robin are the best!! I loved how my makeup and hair turned out for my wedding and would absolutely recommend them!! And they are so sweet!!
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User2440304 Sent on 11/23/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Melissa and Robin and their team were absolutely a dream to work with for my wedding. They were so calm and easy to be around, and they are total rock star stylists. For my hair, I gave Robin a few different ideas, and she was able to bring it together perfectly. During the trial she did a few different styles until we were both in love with it. I didn't have anything specific in mind for makeup, and Melissa just knew what to do to make me look and feel beautiful. My bridesmaids and I were complemented all night.

My SIL decided that morning she wanted her daughter to have her hair done too, and they were able to squeeze her in no problem. Teams I've worked with in the past would have made a big deal about keeping to schedule, but they didn't complain and made it happen.

Seriously, the best team out there, and very reasonably priced. Thank you Melissa and Robin!!
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Jennifer Sent on 11/20/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Melissa did a great job on my wedding day. She was punctual, professional, and has a lot of experience! She did the spray foundation for a flawless look that lasted all day. I would recommend her to anyone. She was able to look at a photo I'd found on Pinterest of my style and duplicate that on me. So easy!
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Danielle Sent on 11/15/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Melissa is amazing! So glad I had her make me beautiful for my bid day!!
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User2283884 Sent on 08/24/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Melissa was a joy to work with. My make-up was flawless and lasted all night. Robin did a great job with hair, I told her the look I wanted and she created a beautiful hairstyle. I would recommend Make Me Up to anyone looking for a fantastic and professional hair and make up team.
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2014 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2013 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2012 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

1 Endorsement
Goddard Studios Photography Goddard Studios Photography Wedding Photographers

Melissa did beautiful make up on a bride I photographed, as well as the bride's mother and bridesmaids. She was pretty fast and did an excellent job; the bride looked like a movie star! The make up wasn't over-done, (which is a problem I see happen often unfortunately), the foundation color on the bride's face matched the rest of her body perfectly- which is very important for me, so I don't have do any photoshop work in post production to make it look all even and matching. I'm looking forward to working with Melissa again soon! Anna-Marie Goddard www.goddardstudios.com

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