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About SAY MAKEUP ARTIST

SAY MAKEUP ARTIST is a professional hair and makeup studio based in Germantown, Maryland, specializing in Asian bridal beauty with a natural, refined finish inspired by Korean beauty aesthetics. The name SAY is derived from the initials of Sung Ah Yoo, reflecting the personal artistry and philosophy behind the brand. Founded and led by Sung ah Yoo (also known as Elly), a Korean makeup artist and certified hairstylist, SAY MAKEUP ARTIST has been creating timeless and elegant bridal looks since 2006.

Elly is especially known for her expertise in Asian natural makeup, with a strong focus on enhancing each bride’s natural features. Her style is soft, clean, and polished—never heavy—while ensuring the makeup photographs beautifully and lasts throughout the wedding day. With professional training and extensive work experience in the United States, Elly is also highly experienced working with Caucasian and Black clients, making SAY MAKEUP ARTIST an excellent choice for multicultural weddings and diverse bridal parties.

Each bride receives a personalized, detail-focused approach. Elly carefully considers the bride’s preferences, wedding atmosphere, and overall balance to create a customized look that feels comfortable, confident, and true to the bride. SAY MAKEUP ARTIST has provided services for engagement sessions, weddings, galas, red carpet events, editorial shoots, and commercial projects, and is known for professionalism, reliability, and a calm presence on wedding days.

SAY MAKEUP ARTIST는 메릴랜드 저먼타운에 위치한 브라이덜 헤어 & 메이크업 전문 스튜디오로, **한국인 메이크업 아티스트 Elly(Sung ah Yoo)**가 2006년부터 운영하고 있습니다. SAY는 Sung Ah Yoo의 이니셜에서 따온 브랜드명으로, 아티스트의 철학과 스타일을 그대로 담고 있습니다. K-Beauty 특유의 내추럴하고 깨끗한 표현을 바탕으로, 아시안 피부톤과 얼굴형, 이목구비에 가장 잘 어울리는 브라이덜 메이크업을 완성합니다. 미국에서의 오랜 교육과 실무 경험을 통해 다양한 인종과 피부톤, 헤어 텍스처를 아우르는 테크닉을 보유하고 있으며, 다인종 웨딩과 국제 결혼 커플에게도 신뢰받고 있습니다. 결혼식 당일에는 차분하고 안정적인 진행으로 신부님이 가장 빛나는 순간에 집중할 수 있도록 돕습니다.

Services include:

Bridal hair & makeup

  • Natural & soft glam makeup
  • Bridal updos & textured hairstyling
  • Hair styling & extensions
  • Eye makeup & contouring
  • Men’s grooming
  • Group & on-site services
  • Ceremony & reception look changes

Additional services:

  • False lashes
  • Tattoo coverage
  • Skin care preparation
  • Hair removal
  • Travel services
  • Touch-ups

  • Asian-owned
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Frequently asked questions

What is the base price for blowouts for brides?

$400

What is the price of trial service for blowouts for brides?

$400

What is the base price for blowouts for attendants/family members?

$260

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

$500

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

$400

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

$260

What is the base price for traditional makeup for brides?

$500

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

$400

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

$260

Does makeup price include false lashes?

Yes

What hair services do you offer?

Blowouts
Extensions
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
Tattoo Coverage

Reviews of Say Makeup Artist

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Elly, a talented makeup and hair artist, received glowing reviews for her exceptional skills, professionalism, and dedication in creating natural, stunning looks for brides and their parties. Reviewers praised Elly for her flexibility, communication, and ability to cater to various skin tones and hair textures. Her attention to detail, ability to ease pre-wedding anxiety, and flawless execution of makeup and hair services garnered high recommendations. Clients highlighted Elly's commitment to accommodating unique needs, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience, making her a highly recommended choice for weddings and special events.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Elly, a talented makeup and hair artist, received glowing reviews for her exceptional skills, professionalism, and dedication in creating natural, stunning looks for brides and their parties. Reviewers praised Elly for her flexibility, communication, and ability to cater to various skin tones and hair textures. Her attention to detail, ability to ease pre-wedding anxiety, and flawless execution of makeup and hair services garnered high recommendations. Clients highlighted Elly's commitment to accommodating unique needs, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience, making her a highly recommended choice for weddings and special events.

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Sung Sent on 01/26/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent Makeup Artist

I did 2 trials from different makeup artists before coming to Elly (they all looked too heavy and somewhat off) and she was wonderful everyone told me how my makeup was so natural and pretty on my wedding day - she was always trying hard to be flexible and gave great advice as well. My groom did not want to do makeup at first but his makeup was so natural and beautiful as well. I highly recommend Elly and you will not regret. Finding a good makeup artist is so important and she did an excellent job finding the best look and hair for my wedding gown.
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Amanda Sent on 09/16/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The Best Makeup Artist!

I found Elly years ago one day scrolling on Instagram, even before I was engaged. Looking through her work, every single bride looked stunning-- and I knew she was who I wanted to do my hair and makeup when I got married. And I was fortunate enough to be able to have my dream come true.

Elly was a dream to work with. I did a trial with her almost a year before my wedding, but we stayed in frequent communication leading up the day. Elly was highly responsive and always flexible when I asked for modifications to my hair or makeup. We ran into a scheduling issue two weeks before my wedding and she worked tirelessly with me to resolve it ASAP to make sure my wedding day ran smoothly.

Elly is truly the best makeup artist I've ever worked with, and I would highly, highly recommend you to book her for your wedding. She was kind, professional, and overall such a wonderful person. I cannot say enough kind things about her. I hope every bride can experience Elly's magic touch, and maybe you'll look as good as I did on my wedding day :)
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Agnes Sent on 05/12/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful hair and makeup services!

It was a wonderful experience getting our hair and makeup done for me, bridesmaids, mother, and mother-in-law! We had a diversity in ages, cultures, hair texture, and skin types but they both had no problem executing smoothly and according to timeline! I’d also like to comment on just how organized all of the makeup supplies were!

It was also so fun getting to chat in the morning with the wedding party and definitely helped to ease a lot of my pre-wedding anxiety.

I’m always pretty shy about how make up looks on me but I seriously felt so comfortable and confident as I was getting ready - all thanks to you! I know Hair and makeup is an art that is super hard to master and each service should be catered to the person - that is exactly what was provided.
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H Lee Sent on 05/11/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing make up and hair

Elly made my wedding so special. She was very quick and efficient and made my make up and hair flawless. Thank you so much!! I would highly recommend Elly if you’re looking for a classic yet gorgeous look.
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Chan Sent on 10/23/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Magician!! Absolutely the BEST ARTIST!!

My husband and I had the most incredible experience with Ella for our trial makeup and wedding day! She is an absolute magician with makeup and hair. Her skills are top-notch professional!! She understood our vision perfectly and made us feel like the most beautiful bride and groom! Her attention to detail and talent are truly exceptional. Not only is she talented, but she is also so accommodating and friendly. We couldn’t have asked for a better artist for our big day who goes above and beyond! Our hair and makeup stayed flawless throughout the entire day and night. I highly recommend Ella! 5/5 stars⭐️
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Ju Park Sent on 10/18/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Best of the best!!

If you’re looking for a reliable, talented makeup/hair artist for your wedding day, no look further than Elly! I am so happy that I had Elly on my big day. She listened to my requests and carried them out so well, making me feel gorgeous and natural. My whole party really LOVED working with her. Elly also made the process as easy as possible, organizing and communicating effectively. Her planning made the wedding day run smoothly and predictably. I highly recommend Elly for your events!!!
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Sunghye Sent on 12/31/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent Hair and Make Up Service

Elly has great communication, is extremely professional, and is very talented at what she does. At the outset, Elly was great at answering all my questions about what services I should book, when I should book it, what other brides do, what she recommends, etc. Ex: she recommended that should I book a trial makeup/hair session, to try and line it up with my engagement shoot to get the most bang for my buck (thank you!).

I recommend booking the trial session - it really helps alleviate any concerns / questions you may have about what style you want (and minimizes additional stress on your wedding day). Elly provided HMU services for myself and the mothers on the wedding day, and also did the makeup for my bridesmaids as well. She was very attentive and gentle, especially with the mothers - she went above and beyond! Thanks to her, HMU was something I crossed off my list and didn't have to worry about once I booked - 10/10 recommend.
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Susan Sent on 11/18/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Simply the best!

Elly made me and my bridesmaids look natural yet beautiful! I got makeup and hair done for my engagement session and wedding, and she did a fabulous job for both! I highly recommend her. I definitely think she's the best Korean makeup artist in the area, if you're looking for subtle/natural makeup that is popular in Korea. She's also extremely personable and sweet and makes the time fly by!
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Gloria Sent on 10/25/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Your face is in good hands!

So thankful and lucky that I had Saymakeupartist (Elly) available especially with less than 6 months to the wedding date AND she was able to execute not just me but the 4 bridesmaids +groom for our 11 AM wedding ON TIME! Very responsive, attentive, and professional to my questions and concerns. Because my eyes are difficult to work with and I care about what products I put on my face, I was pretty picky and particular. Elly was the perfect makeup/hair artist for me and was able to achieve what I wanted. She did such an amazing job and made me look and feel beautiful! Your face is in good hands!
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Min Y. Sent on 10/22/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Just Choose Elly!!!

You won't regret it, I promise.
From the moment we met for my bridal makeup trial Elly has been so wonderful to work with. She is responsive, passionate, and knows how to make you look beautiful (instead of using same styles on everyone).
In addition to the talent that she has she is so personable and pleasant to be around. All of my bridesmaids, mom and mother in law had a great time while getting ready with Elly. My hair and make up was PERFECT, and I almost cried when I saw my mom's make up because it was GORGEOUS.
She was super flexible, even when my venue was being demanding about certain requirements.
Elly will make your day magical!
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