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Welcome to Melissa Barra Makeup! As professional makeup artists, Melissa and her team understand how important it is to bring out your natural features for your wedding day!

Melissa and her team, are dedicated creatives and award winning experienced stylists. We specialize in providing luxury on-location or in our studio bridal makeup services. We offer both airbrush and traditional makeup and false lashes. Our HD high quality makeup will last from the beginning of the day, until the end of your wedding day!

We travel throughout New England, providing on-location luxury makeup services for any event or occasion! We travel to your home, salon, bridal suite or hotel to provide exceptional makeup services, giving you a smooth and stress free day! We offer trials/client appointments at our studio in North Providence, RI. Contact us for rates and availability!

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Frequently asked questions

What is the base price for traditional makeup for brides?

$100

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

$65

What is the base price for airbrush makeup for brides?

$150

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

$65

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

$100

Does makeup price include false lashes?

Yes

Which of the following are included in prices?

Assistant Fee

What beauty services do you offer?

Consultations

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

What is the maximum group size you can accommodate?

20

Reviews of Melissa Barra Makeup

Sarah
Sarah Sent on 11/07/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Soft Glam

Melissa is the best! From the get-go, Melissa knew the soft glam vision I was going for. I have always been hesitant about airbrush makeup and how it can look cakey, but Melissa reassured me during my makeup trial that the oil-based airbrush is the way to go. I had my trial 3 months prior to my makeup and loved how it looked so natural. I only had a few minor tweaks from the trial to change for the wedding. Melissa took photos of the makeup look from the trial and used those photos as the basis for the wedding makeup look with my small changes. She also provided makeup services for my 4 girls, my mom, and my mother-in-law. Each one of them loved their makeup look and said it fit their style. We all looked so beautiful and the makeup lasted throughout the night. Highly recommend Melissa!
Krista
Krista Sent on 05/06/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Airbrush makeup applied perfectly!

Melissa uses air brush makeup, which is a HUGE bonus. Makeup artists who still apply foundation directly to the face with brushes are behind the times.

Melissa's communication is STELLAR! I reached out to a few makeup vendors when I first started wedding planning over a year ago. She got back to me immediately .. and even with an accurate pricing quote .. all in the same afternoon. On the day of my wedding, she made my makeup look and feel absolutely flawless. I received infinite compliments and felt so special. Melissa understands the exact amount of makeup one should have on her face so that the camera captures your "look" perfectly. Excellent!
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Tracy Sent on 09/09/2020
5 out of 5 rating

If you want to feel straight out of a bridal magazine, Melissa is your girl.

If you want to feel straight out of a bridal magazine, Melissa is your girl. I had the pleasure of meeting Melissa years back through a side job we both did. Through the years I’ve watched her career grow and her makeup skills flourish!! When I was finally engaged, I knew I had to have Melissa on my special day! I had my “trial” before my engagement photos so I could insure I liked the way I looked. Melissa blew it out of the water! The airbrush was flawless, natural & not caked on. As someone who doesn’t usually wear heavy foundation- this was key for me. The makeup lasted in 90 degree heat, hours of sweat and even in the ocean!!! How crazy is that!?! Melissa was wonderful through the pandemic. She always answered quickly, dealt with our changing counts & traveled three hours to Vermont for our wedding! She’s professional, super sweet & incredibly talented. When my original hair stylist gracefully bowed out due to COVID related issues, I turned to Melissa for help. She recommended her colleague Lexie Kelly. I didn’t even ask any questions or info- I just booked her! Alone Melissa is amazing. Together they are a beauty dream team. I felt like the picture perfect bride. My mother, grandmother and sister also all LOVED their makeup / hair too. My sister cried because she said it was the first time in years she actually felt pretty. Thank you Melissa (and Lexie!) for everything.
Cat
Cat S. Sent on 09/11/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful, Elegant, Classy! That's How Melissa Made Me Feel!

Melissa has the creative touch, the professional approach, and the beautiful colors and tools to make you feel and look AMAZING! She recently did my make-up for my niece's wedding and all I and others can say is WOW! The make-up application was flawless and looked so natural and....FUN! I would strongly recommend using Melissa for your next event. 5-stars all the way. :)
C
Christina Sent on 08/25/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Great experience

Melissa did an awesome job doing both traditional and airbrush make up for myself, 4 bridesmaids and 2 moms on our wedding day. She is very thorough with her work and puts in a lot of attention to detail to ensure everyone looks great. Throughout the planning process she was very quick to respond and answer any questions I had. She also coordinated very well with my hair stylist Cori Alexandra who she works with frequently and I also highly recommend. I highly recommend working with her!
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Tara Sent on 08/02/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Very professional and quality artistry!

Melissa did a fantastic job on my makeup for my wedding. She was willing to work with me on where and when I needed her and her price was very reasonable. I would definitely recommend her to anyone!
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Jess Sent on 05/30/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Simply amazing !!!

I just got married on 05/18/19 & Melissa did my makeup as well as my bridal party’s and mother / mother in laws. She did such an amazing job and nailed it ! .. everyone looked so beautiful and natural ! I received so many compliments, and it still looked perfect by the end of the night! Not to mention she is just the sweetest; she really helped me stay calm during the day while getting ready when things started to go wrong .. Plus her prices are very reasonable! I highly recommend Melissa she is very talented !
Julia
Julia Sent on 11/13/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Engagement Shoot Make-Up

Let me start by telling you that Melissa is fabulous!!! I reached out to a few make-up artists in my area before an engagement photoshoot and she was the first to respond. She was so easy to talk to and flexible as the shoot was on a Sunday and I needed my make-up done early. She was so fun to talk to and made me feel so comfortable. She shared tips about make-up application and taught me a lot about skincare, too! I would recommend Melissa for her responsiveness, fun personality, high quality work, and value! I will continue to recommend her to my family & friends and hope they choose Melissa because I know they will look and feel beautiful! :)
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Amanda Sent on 06/14/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Melissa was great! I couldn’t have asked for someone better to make me look even more beautiful on my wedding day.
She did my mothers and sisters makeup and they looked so beautiful. I will definitely recommend Melissa for a wedding, prom anything she was perfect. I wish I could give 10 stars!!
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Melissa Sent on 10/07/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Melissa was awesome! I am a hairdresser and very picky and she new exactly what I wanted. She made me and my girls feel beautiful ! I would recommend her with 5 stars!
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