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I'm Kristen. With over 25 years of experience in bridal makeup artistry and a license in esthetics, I bring both technical skill and skincare knowledge to every application. My background also includes film, print, and commercial work, but bridal makeup remains my true passion.

My approach centers on hygienic technique and customized application, tailored to each client's features and vision. I value collaboration: listening closely to what you want, while offering professional guidance to help bring your look together. I specialize in airbrush, lash, and long-wear application, using professional products and sealers to make sure everything stays put through the ceremony, the dancing, all of it.

I cover the Bay Area. Redwood City, Palo Alto, San Jose, Napa, Sonoma, SF and I'm always up for destination weddings too.

Please email for more information and to book your date. I look forward to hearing from you!

Kristen 🤍

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Frequently asked questions

What is the base price for traditional makeup for brides?

$300

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

$150

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

$150

Does makeup price include false lashes?

Yes

What makeup services do you offer?

Airbrush Makeup
Contour Makeup
Eye Makeup
Natural Makeup
On-Site Makeup
Wedding Party Makeup
Makeup Trial
Fake Lashes
Tattoo Coverage

Reviews of Makeup by Kristen

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Katie Sent on 08/18/2012
5 out of 5 rating
I was fortunate enough to have Kristen do my makeup for my recent wedding. She was amazing!!! Kristen talked with me about how I wanted my makeup done and made me feel comfortable. She began with airbrushing foundation on my skin and took her time applying all of my makeup, including lashes. My skin and eyes looked beautiful. I truly felt like I glowed on my wedding day and had so many compliments. Kristen also did my sisters' makeup and everyone looked incredible. If could have Kristen do my makeup everyday, I would! She is awesome. If you are getting married or have a special event coming, book Kristen. She is so worth it!
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Roxana Sent on 07/18/2012
5 out of 5 rating
Kristin and Gigi are absolutely amazing!!! She did my make up for my wedding on June 16th and let me just say she made me feel like a mexican cinderella! She is such the perfectionist and listens to what you want done. When she was doing my make up for the wedding she didn't like how my airbrushed looked and instead of trying to fix something she asked me to wash my face so she could reapply. I was so thankful that she was confident enough to be able to ask me to do that versus try to fix something and make it worse. Any other make up artist would just try to "correct it" which in turn would probably make it worse, but not Kristin - she is a complete professional. I highly recommend Kristin to anyone who wants to look beautiful on their wedding day. I had so many people telling me how beautiful I looked that day and I felt beautiful which was what made it even all that much better.

Gigi was great with working with my hair and making sure it was exactly what I wanted. I had a headpiece that I really wanted to wear but was afraid that because of the style of my headband I wouldn't be able too. Gigi was able to make it work the day of the wedding and it was the icing on the cake for my day! I had two other head pieces with me incase I was not able to use the one I really wanted too but she made it happen!

Both Kristin and Gigi have a calm deamenor and their wonderful personality is awesome. The room where we were getting ready was small but they were both so flexible and it all turned out fabulous. Thank you so much Kristin and Gigi for making me feel like a princess! I will definetly be using their services in the future :)
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Angela Sent on 11/16/2010
5 out of 5 rating
Kristen was wonderful. Although we didn't have the most traditional wedding theme - think all out 80's, she did an awesome job getting the right color and look!! She was so flexible. She came and did my make-up at the hair salon. Everyone there was impressed with her techniques and I absolutely adored the finished product. Thank you Kristen. All the pictures were fabulous because of you!
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Marcy Sent on 11/05/2008
5 out of 5 rating
Kristen is a truly talented artist. I not only used her myself several times but I have also attended many weddings where she was always able to make everybody look the best I have ever seen them. She is able to work with all nationalities and ages too. I can't say enough about how fantastic she is!
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Karlene Sent on 11/04/2008
5 out of 5 rating
I had a very large wedding with many challenges. Kristen expertly navigated the schedules and needs of six very different bridesmaids. They all turned out looking fabulous! She also made my skin and especially my pictures really shine (i.e., I have combination skin that is prone to blotchiness and breakouts during stressful or exciting moments). I would recommend her service to anyone! Best $ I spent for our big day!
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Nicole Sent on 10/30/2008
5 out of 5 rating
Kristen we great! She was flexible on meeting with me and what I wanted but would also make suggestions to make sure I looked great on my wedding day!
I recommend her to anyone I know getting married and have talked about doing make-up parties with kristen just for fun!
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Brandi Sent on 03/08/2008
5 out of 5 rating
Did exactly what I had asked for. Made myself and my bridesmaids beautiful, but very natural!
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Pamela Sent on 10/30/2008
4.8 out of 5 rating
Kristen did an awesome job on my wedding day! We all looked fabulous and the make-up stayed fresh all day/evening! Absolutely wonderful! Thanks Kristen, you're the best!
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Renee Sent on 11/18/2008
4.3 out of 5 rating
I booked Kristen to do my bridal makeup as well as makeup for 6 attendants. I couldn't have been happier with the job she did. I really liked my makeup during the trial run, but the job she did on the wedding day was exceptional. I felt beautiful and received so many compliments at my wedding! My bridesmaids and Mom also had their makeup done and looked amazing. She had to do makeup for 7 girls and she finished everyone with plenty of time to spare. She definitely knows how to manage her time and the quality of her work is wonderful. To make things even better, she's very cool, totally personable and sweet. She was a pleasure to work with and I would definitely recommend her to anyone.
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I highly recommend Kristen & Gigi for hair/make-up for the bride and bridal party. They are a great team. They are fun, reliable, hard-working, warm and creative. They make you look beautiful and natural!

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