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Sara Dodson is a 5 star, multi-award winning, and published professional hair and makeup artist. She is dedicated to cultivating a luxury experience for each and every one of her clients. Her mission is to humbly serve her clients by enhancing their natural beauty, leaving them feeling pampered, relaxed and, most importantly, like themselves. As a Virginia Bride Magazine featured artist, Sara prioritizes a high quality, luxury, and a convenient client experience. She uses only the top rated, professional products and techniques, as well as stays up to date on current trends with continued education courses. All you have to do is sit back, relax, and we will do the rest!

Join our loyal following of over 45, 5 star-satisfied clients for all your beauty service needs!

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Frequently asked questions

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

$90

Does makeup price include false lashes?

No

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?

Blowouts
Coloring
Extensions
Haircuts
Keratin
Perm
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
Brow/Lash Tinting
Tattoo Coverage

What hair removal services do you offer?

Shaving
Tweezing
Waxing

Reviews of Sara Dodson Makeup Artistry

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Sara received glowing reviews for her hair and makeup services for weddings. Reviewers praised her for her talent, professionalism, punctuality, and ability to recreate desired looks. Sara's versatility in working with different individuals, skin tones, and last-minute changes was highly appreciated. Many highlighted her calming presence and ability to put clients at ease, making her a highly recommended choice for bridal beauty services.

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Sara received glowing reviews for her hair and makeup services for weddings. Reviewers praised her for her talent, professionalism, punctuality, and ability to recreate desired looks. Sara's versatility in working with different individuals, skin tones, and last-minute changes was highly appreciated. Many highlighted her calming presence and ability to put clients at ease, making her a highly recommended choice for bridal beauty services.

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Lauren Sent on 12/16/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding hair and make-up

Sara came to do the hair and make up for me and my bridesmaids for my wedding. She is fantastic! She listens to your concerns and will make the look work for you based on what feedback you give her. She flawlessly recreated the inspiration pictures we all showed her and was by far our most punctual vendor. I would highly recommend her!
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Kate Sent on 01/29/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect wedding day with perfect makeup!

Highly recommend working with Sara! My makeup looked incredible and lasted the whole day! And so did my bridesmaids! She had makeup for all skin tones which was awesome and took away a lot of worry
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Stephanie Sent on 12/13/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Hair and Makeup!

Sara did an amazing job with my hair and makeup on my wedding day - and it lasted all night!
Emily
Emily Sent on 11/22/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Hair/Makeup Experience

After a mishap with my originally planned hair/makeup artist, I was apprehensive about things going well for my wedding. I am SO happy I stumbled upon Sara who was an absolute pleasure to work with. She offered a trial run for me to see how my hair and makeup would turn out before the event which was lovely and helped to ease my nerves.

I have genuinely never felt more beautiful (and photogenic) than I did on my wedding day and it's all thanks to Sara. I cannot recommend her enough. She's such a sweet person and has such talent. 5/5 would recommend.
Laura
Laura Sent on 11/19/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Great experience with Sara

I cannot say enough good things about Sara. She drove up a mountain during a tropical storm to help us get ready before the wedding, and she rolled with the punches when my bridal party requested different styles the day of the wedding. My mother and my MIL both loved her makeup and styling, and Sara was able to change my styling day based on the weather. In the end, she was able to do exactly what I wanted with a different look from the trial.
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Ashley Sent on 11/17/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Great experience!

Sarah was amazing to work with! She was so efficient, 9 ladies hair & make up - all by herself! And we stayed on our timeline! We were so happy with the outcome of everyone's look. Plus, Sarah is so personable and friendly! Sitting in her chair was so comfortable and she makes sure you are happy with your look before letting you get up!
Can't recommend using Sarah enough!!!
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Ashley Sent on 08/24/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Great Experience

Sara is very talented at what she does! She works efficiently and is very easy to get along with. I would recommend her to anyone needing a hair and makeup artist for their big day!
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Korissa Sent on 08/17/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Talented and Professional

Sara was wonderful to work with and really helped make myself and all the ladies in the wedding party feel beautiful! She is friendly, communicates effectively, and works efficiently! I'm very glad I chose Sara for my big day.
Jessica
Jessica Sent on 12/31/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Couldn't be better!

Sara did such an incredible job doing my hair and makeup and my bridesmaids' hair for my wedding! I don't usually wear makeup, even for special occasions, so I was worried that professional makeup would make me not feel like myself. I told Sara I didn't want anything over the top and she did a fantastic job giving me a look that made me feel like a glammed up version of myself. She worked really quickly and got each bridesmaid's hair done in under half an hour. The makeup she used was super high quality and lasted through the sweat and happy tears of the day (lasting from 1pm until past midnight when I took it off!) Because I'm from out of town, I couldn't find time to travel in for a hair and makeup trial, but I trusted Sara and she went above and beyond my expectations! Photos included in the review are from the photography smiths.
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Samantha Sent on 12/29/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Pretty & Quick

Sara did a great job on my wedding makeup and hair! She was very quick and made sure to meet everybody's expectations. She was also friendly and helpful!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

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