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Samara Perchick
Samara Perchick
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Woman-owned

We speak English

MakeupxSamara is a natural glow wedding makeup company located in Raleigh, North Carolina. What is a natural glow, you might ask? After looking through the images on this page, you might notice a theme of natural, radiant, glowy, NEVER CAKEY makeup. And that's not a coincidence. After 4.5 years in the industry, owner Samara Perchick has become known for her effortless, soft-glam style that is recognizable and sought after throughout the Triangle. Her main goal is for clients to look in the mirror, recognize their reflection, and feel like an elevated but natural glowy version of themselves.

Introduction

Hi! I'm Samara, and I'm so excited you're here! A little background: I have my Bachelor of Fine Arts degree and take color matching VERY seriously. Everything else, not so much. I'm a dog mom to the sweetest 17-year-old pup you'll ever meet and a lover of Bravo, the beach, local news (my last name is a hint), and a skincare and makeup product junkie.

Services Offered

I offer natural glow makeup applications for all types of clients, nearlyweds, wedding parties, engagements, family pictures, special events, wedding guests, etc. In addition, I offer one-on-one lessons to teach and empower people (of ALL ages) to learn how to create a natural glow look themselves.

The MakeupxSamara Difference

One of the first things you'll notice about makeupxsamara isn't anything tangible; it's a feeling. After nearly 15 years in customer relations, I take pride in providing exceptional service and attention to every single client. I am known for my friendly and warm personality and believe in always leading with kindness and honesty. I am an excellent communicator. I respond quickly to emails and texts and deeply care about making each client feel comfortable and taken care of before, during, and after sitting in my chair.

The pricing structure is one of the most unique things about my business model. I charge the same for EVERY client because I put the same amount of care and focus into each face I have the privilege of working on. This also means that I am equally grateful and excited to glam wedding guests as I am the wedding party. Oh, and I also don't charge extra for lashes :).

Another thing that sets my business apart from others you might encounter is that I never edit or use filters on ANY pictures of myself or clients.

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FAQ

Does makeup price include false lashes?

Yes

What makeup services do you offer?

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

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Samara from Glow Academy received glowing reviews for her exceptional talent in wedding makeup. Reviewers appreciated her personalized and empowering approach, flexibility in coordinating details, and ability to cater to different makeup preferences while making each person feel comfortable and beautiful. Her professionalism, communication skills, and talent for creating natural, radiant looks were highly praised, making her a top recommendation for bridal makeup needs.

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Samara from Glow Academy received glowing reviews for her exceptional talent in wedding makeup. Reviewers appreciated her personalized and empowering approach, flexibility in coordinating details, and ability to cater to different makeup preferences while making each person feel comfortable and beautiful. Her professionalism, communication skills, and talent for creating natural, radiant looks were highly praised, making her a top recommendation for bridal makeup needs.

Trish
Trish Sent on 09/30/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Best makeup artist ever- but for real!

I hired Samara last minute after my original plan for makeup for my rehearsal dinner fell through. I could not have asked for a better, more talented makeup artist. Samara made me feel instantly at ease with her friendliness and professionalism. More importantly, she made me feel the most beautiful I’ve ever felt in my entire life. If I had known how skilled and professional Samara was, I would have hired her to do the makeup for me and my bridal party on my wedding day. She has a lot of experience with different types of makeup and is used to working on all ages and skin types, which I found out after I later hired her to do makeup for another event with my mom and grandmother (it goes without saying that everyone was thrilled with their makeup and the party guests were gushing about how great we all looked). I’ve had my makeup done by dozens of people, but no one makes me look as gorgeous as Samara does.
Allie
Allie Sent on 05/19/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Fun & Educational!

Samara makes you feel right at home the second she gets started! I used Samara for her makeup lessons and left feeling empowered and like I could actually accomplish what it took for a beautiful face rather than overwhelmed and intimidated. Her process makes it so easy to order products and layer them in over time. I would definitely recommend Glow Academy to anyone looking to up their makeup game!
Molly
Molly Sent on 01/27/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Thank you, Samara!!

Samara's professionalism and exceptional talent made planning my wedding makeup a breeze. The trial went perfectly, helping me find a 'glam' level that felt right for me as a makeup minimalist. Working with her was delightful, and I was thrilled with the results on my wedding day. She made me feel confident and radiant, extending the same magic to my bridal party by tailoring her approach to each person's skin type and concerns. Samara's expertise is unparalleled, and I'm incredibly grateful for her care and consideration. Don't miss the chance to work with her!
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