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Melissa Oliveira Artistry

Melissa Oliveira Artistry

San Francisco, CA
4.9 out of 5 rating, 101 reviews
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    Absolutely beautiful!!

    I can’t say enough amazing things about Melissa! I was looking for a makeup artist for my engagement session, and ended up finding Melissa with a tight turn around to our photoshoot day. Luckily, she was available and I felt so beautiful! From then on, I knew I wanted her to do my makeup for my wedding and all of my bridesmaids. All of her makeup products are very high quality and lasted the entire day. So many guests complemented me and my bridesmaids on our makeup, and it truly was because of Melissa. Not only did she make us all feel beautiful, but she truly is so sweet and kind, and very accommodating. Beyond our bridesmaids, we had moms, grandmas and aunts all get their makeup done; and she handled it all with such grace. I would highly recommend Melissa!
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    Thena Sent on 07/11/2024
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    Best Makeup experience

    I am in the beauty business and needed my makeup done for a photo shoot.
    I have had my makeup done professionally by several artists and spent large amounts per session.
    Her excellence in understanding what I needed for a photo shoot and the quality of her result far surpasses anything I previously experienced.
    Excellence at its best I highly recommend her for any event or makeup need.
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    Sophie Sent on 07/09/2024
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    Fabulous experience!

    Melissa was outstanding! We loved her and her artistry. She was responsive, creative, and made us look and feel beautiful.
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    Maggie Sent on 10/24/2023
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    Happy I hired Melissa!

    After a long makeup artist search that is reasonably priced, I hired Melissa and was super happy with her makeup expertise! She is a very focused professional who took the time to get to know what I wanted and did an amazing job. I feel like I looked natural (which I wanted) and not overly done and still elegant and polished! Definitely would hire Melissa again anytime I need professional makeup!
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    Wyoni Sent on 10/16/2023
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    Makeup so flawless, it looked like a filter

    Melissa was so great to work with! She was super quick & responsive upon first booking her, and I felt I could trust her right off the bat. I hired her to do my makeup, my mom's, and 3 of my bridesmaids, and they all came out beautifully! She even recommended hair stylists, one which I actually chose to book. What I loved most about Melissa is how she enhanced our natural beauty rather than making us look like completely different people. Per my bridesmaids, my face looked like a filter because of how flawless it was 😍 all of our makeup lasted all night through all the sweat and tears. She even provided a little makeup touch-up kit to use throughout the day. I didn't end up needing it, but it was nice to have just in case! Melissa has many years of experience under her belt, and we could tell! 10 out of 10 recommend 😊
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    Ashley Sent on 01/19/2022
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    So talented!

    It was such an amazing day and Melissa made that happen! I had to find someone last minute due to the fact that I really didn’t like my first initial trial but was going to settle, but then my friend introduced me to Melissa and she was able to schedule me a trial and had availability for my special day! It all fell into place so perfect! She’s so professional, patient, and pays attention to detail. Thank you for making me so beautiful Melissa!!
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    Rebecca Sent on 01/19/2022
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    Amazing!!!!!!!

    Melissa was fantastic with my wedding makeup! She was super responsive to my feedback about the look I was going for! Her work was high quality, and her prices were extremely reasonable. She was also very careful about Covid protocol and took all the proper precautions. She made me feel beautiful!!!!
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    Amazing!! Beautiful bridal makeup

    Melissa did a wonderful job with my bridal makeup for my traditional Tamil Hindu wedding. She is extremely professional, and warm. She understood what I was looking for. I felt so beautiful and felt like myself on my wedding day… Thank you so much Melissa for your stunning work!
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    Excellent Melissa

    Melissa is very professional and super easy to work with. I had no problem communicating with her before and during the actual date of the service. She asked me what look I want and she gave me her thoughts on what will look best. Overall, i was very happy with my make up on my wedding day.
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    Thank you Melissa!

    Melissa did a beautiful job on my makeup for my event. I showed her a picture of what I wanted, she looked at it for 10 seconds and completely nailed it!!!! I was blown away!! My skin was flawless, the colors were gorgeous, and Melissa was awesome!! Great experience definitely recommend her!!!!!!!!!!!!
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    Grace Sent on 11/10/2021
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    Loved my event makeup!!

    Melissa is wonderful! She arrived right on time, was communicative and highly skilled with the best products. She literally nailed the look I wanted and I felt like a million bucks at my gala event!

    Thank you Melissa!!
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    Milan Sent on 11/10/2021
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    My exact vision!!

    I am truly grateful and honored to have had Melissa do my bridal makeup for my special day. I wanted something dramatic while also being on the more natural side and Melissa nailed it! She gave me beautiful Smokey eyes with just enough color on the lips. The Airbrush foundation was also very light, letting my face breath while still providing beautiful coverage. From day 1 she was extremely responsive, informative, and flexible. I was so anxious the morning of my wedding but Melissa was on time and so wonderful that it made the day so much more relaxing and fun! She was truly a joy to have and I absolutely loved my wedding day look! I highly recommend Melissa for any makeup needs. She has the vision and technique to make any look come to life!!!
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    Truly talented!!

    Melissa was excellent at communication from the booking to the day of my photo shoot. She’s very punctual and professional. I love her work and she did exactly what I wanted! Our pictures came out so nice and I highly recommend her to anyone who wants stress free, fun, and beautiful makeup on your special day!! Thank you again!
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    Most beautiful makeup!!

    I was given Melissa’s contact info through a friend of mine that got married in 2019. I don’t usually wear makeup so I’m always skeptical about wearing any but I wanted to make sure I was dolled up for my special day. Melissa totally changed my mind about makeup and how it can be worn. She made me look and feel so gorgeous and natural, I couldn’t believe it. I still looked like myself but so much more polished! I would hire her again in a second!! Highly highly recommend her!!!
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    Ahhhmazing!

    Covid has been tough and with my wedding being postponed numerous times I was thrilled when we were given the green light from our venue. I Hired Melissa over a year ago and she’s been so great with all the crazy changes and cancellations. When our day finally came it was all that I had ever dreamed of. I usually hate makeup but Melissa made me feel so beautiful and she did it so effortlessly. All my bridesmaids looked stunning as well!! Thank you Melissa for everything!! You’re a Gem!!
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    Christine Sent on 10/15/2021
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    I’ve never felt more beautiful

    After some last minute cancellations I was searching & searching for an artist. I’m so happy I found Melissa just in time for my big day. She did an amazing job with my trial and I looked like a princess on the day of. My makeup was flawlessly beautiful and lasted all night. I highly recommend her for any events or weddings!!!!!!
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    Gabby Sent on 10/14/2021
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    Gorgeous!!

    My previous makeup artist had backed out last minute, I was scrambling :( I found Melissa through wedding wire and thankfully she was still available for my wedding. Her work and pictures were stunning so I knew I didn’t need to schedule a trial. On the day of she arrived early and ready to work. I had 8 bridesmaids and she literally got us ALL done in a timely manner with touch ups at the end! I have never seen anyone do that before. Not only did she get us all done on time but we looked AMAZING! Ahhhhh Melissa, thank you so much for everything xoxo
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    Marical Sent on 10/13/2021
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    Melissa is amazing!

    I was looking for a makeup person at the last minute because the person I originally booked backed out two months before my wedding. One of my friends suggested Melissa and sent me her Instagram page. Melissa also did my friend's makeup for her wedding and I remembered how great she looked. I reached out to Melissa and asked her if she was available... and thank goodness she was! We exchanged numbers and conversed via text message. She was very responsive even while being busy with her 7 month old baby. Once we got the logistics down, we scheduled a makeup consultation two weeks before my wedding. She took the time to make sure that the colors complimented my skin tone. The foundation she used was perfect, the eyeshadows she used were great and the lipstick color was gorgeous. I couldn't be more happier with the outcome (and that was only the consultation). and felt confident that my makeup was going to look great on my wedding day.

    On my wedding day she brought her makeup station and went to work.. first on my bridesmaid and MOH and my little flower girl. They all looked stunning and the makeup looked so natural on them. My bridesmaid, who never wears makeup, was so impressed at how her makeup looked and that it didn't looked caked on. Both my girls' makeup stayed on all night! When it was my turn, Melissa again took the time to make sure that everything was perfect... and yes my makeup stayed on all night too!

    I can't thank Melissa enough- she helped with making my day so special. If you guys decide to go with her, you will no be disappointed!
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    Cristina Sent on 09/11/2021
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    My face was glowing!

    I booked Melissa a year ahead of time but unfortunately with Covid we had to delay things for a while. Melissa was so understanding and patient with me, even when I was a bridezilla at times. When we finally had the wedding, I couldn’t of been happier with how everything turned out. Especially my makeup! I looked and felt so beautiful on my special day. Thank you for all your hard work Melissa, you’re extremely good at what you do!!
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    Flawless perfection!

    Me and my husband finally got to have our dream wedding and it was beautiful! Melissa did such a gorgeous job on me and my bridal party. She was professional, efficient, patient, and so so sweet :-) everyone kept telling us how fabulous I looked even after all the crying, and hot weather I was able to master through lol

    Thanks a million Melissa!!
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    Makeup in 105 Degrees LASTED

    It was an especially hot weekend in Livermore. Over 100 degrees to be exact. Melissa was the makeup artist for my friend's outdoor wedding. I was the first bridesmaid in Melissa's chair. At 8am, she did my makeup BEAUTIFULLY. I loved it. When I realized I would be outside in the hellish heat for the next 10 plus hours, I was sad to see all of her work go to waste. But guess what? When I arrived back at the hotel at 10pm, I still looked amazing! I felt and smelled pretty bad, but my face was on fleek. Thank you, Melissa! You worked magic!
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    I Felt Like A Dream

    Melissa is amazing. We had to move our wedding 4 times because of COVID and she was always sweet, communicative, friendly, kind, just really really great.

    When it came to the actual makeup, I felt like a dream. She made all of us look stunning. And our makeup lasted all day in 100+ degree heat. She is quick, attentive and skilled.
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    Beautiful bridal makeup

    It’s been a rough year and a half, with a long postponement of my wedding I was so happy to finally have my day. Melissa did my makeup as well as my 6 bridesmaids and were all glowing! She uses the best products and even have us mini facials :-) I would highly recommend her, she’s beyond awesome!! Xoxo
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    Best makeup experience

    I had to put my wedding off for a long time because of Covid :( Melissa was so patient with us and it made the process with my vendors run so smoothly. Me and my bridesmaids looked like movie stars and Melissa does it so effortlessly. Couldn’t of been happier!! Thank you Melissa!!
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    Perfection!

    Melissa was so sweet and did my makeup exactly what I wanted! I learned a lot from her as well....she had so much knowledge with her 20 years of makeup experience. I will be using her again when needing makeup.
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    Wedding Makeup

    Melissa was professional and punctual! She arrived on time ready to begin. She was understanding when I could not find a MOH and would be the only one getting makeup.

    Thank you for making me feel beautiful!
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    Talented Artist

    Melissa is amazing!! From her bubbly personality to her awesome ability to do stunning bridal makeup, we were impressed to say the least :-) Thank you Miss Melissa!!! Xoxo
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    Thrilled with my experience!

    Melissa did my makeup for my July 2019 wedding and made me look incredible. She’s sweet, professional, has awesome rates, & knows her stuff!! She used the absolute best products on us and did exactly what I asked for. Thanks again Melissa!!!!!
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    Best makeup EVER!

    My friend recommended Melissa for my wedding makeup and let me just say WOW!! Her whole makeup style and technique was exactly what I was looking for! She did makeup for me and all 8 of my bridesmaids BY HERSELF! We all looked impeccable and the makeup lasted all day. I have to say I was really impressed with her skill and professionalism and highly recommend her to other brides in search of an artist!!!!!! :)
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    My trial was amazing with her, so comfortable and patient with me through this whole experience. She had so many recommendations for my makeup, I was a bit nervous since this is my big day. She met all my expectations and more.
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    It was such a pleasure having Melissa as my make up stylist for my wedding. She had impeccable work ethic, and flawless execution. Thank you!
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    I highly recommend Melissa! If you want long-lasting, natural-looking makeup for an event, Melissa is your girl! My friend had hired Melissa to do her bridal party makeup in 2017. I recalled how great I felt and looked as a bridesmaid for that 12+ hour wedding day, that I had to hire her for my own wedding. My photographer and videographer were amazed at how natural the finished looks were. They mentioned that other MUAs typically pile on the makeup, so their end result is caked-on and synthetic, but Melissa’s makeup art looked naturally great in person and on film. Melissa uses only the highest quality makeup and it shows. She is a true professional who knows her craft and what looks best for every face/person. Working with Melissa was a breeze in terms of scheduling and communitaction. She was always super friendly, flexible, responsive, organized, and punctual. I would hire her again with hesitation.
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    I was more than pleased with Melissa’s work! Being Asian and having difficult eyes to work with, I was so impressed with Melissa’s skill and ability to work and create beautiful looks on me and my bridal party. My traditional Chinese wedding was a dream and I received compliments all day and night. Thank you Melissa!!!!! Xoxo
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    I absolutely loved working with Melissa. I chose her based on her positive reviews, and I am incredibly glad I did. Melissa did the makeup for me and ten others, and all looked perfect. She used high quality products (eg la mer) and all of our faces looked goegeous. Melissa was a pleasure to work with, and very responsive. Thanks so much, Melissa!
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    Molly Sent on 11/19/2017
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    I cannot say enough good things about Melissa Oliveira! As someone who was planning my wedding from across the country, I did not know who to select. I booked Melissa based on the amazing reviews that she had, and the before/after pictures of her work. I am so glad that I did! The excellent reviews and the pictures were 100% accurate. Melissa was very personable and easy to work with, and very talented!!!! She did the makeup of my mother, my maid of honor and myself (the bride). All three of us were thrilled with the job that she did! She completely nailed the natural beauty look, and the makeup lasted throughout the ceremony and reception, with no touchups needed throughout the whole night! In addition, the makeup photographed beautifully in pictures! I am not someone who typically leaves reviews, but I am so happy that I chose Melissa to do the makeup for my wedding, that I would not hesitate to recommend her for future weddings and events.
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    Melissa is a must for your wedding day makeup! She was simply wonderful throughout all of my wedding planning process and on the day of the wedding. I had a trial beforehand and when I went she was even able to recommend a hairstylist to me that she works with. I ended up booking the hairstylist for my wedding as well. Not only did Melissa handle 10 women's makeup on the day of my wedding flawlessly, but their makeup looked elegant, sophisticated, and bridal. No one looked like their makeup was "overdone"..instead she enhanced everyone's features, hid any discoloration/blemishes, and brought a more flirty, youthful look to my wedding party. She also listened to everything I wanted as the bride (even when I changed my desired look last minute), was kind to everyone in my party, arrived on time, and kept on schedule (which is hard to do on a wedding day!). Melissa's talent and skill level are amazing. I highly recommend her if you are looking for someone to do beautiful wedding makeup, reduce your stress on the day of, and handle all sorts of personalities. Her prices are also reasonable and fair, especially for everything you get with her service. I would definitely book Melissa again for an event and recommend her to brides. Can't speak highly enough of her professionalism and helpfulness. Thank you Melissa for making me a stunning bride and my special day everything I wanted!
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    Nicole Sent on 10/16/2017
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    Melissa Oliveira was absolutely amazing. When selecting your vendors you want someone who is professional, prompt, and flexible. She made the day relaxing and fun, even with all the extra stress that comes with a wedding day. Make up lasted all night and everyone looked absolutely stunning. My mother looked especially beautiful, and we received compliments all night. Thank you very much for helping make my wedding day so beautiful.
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    Rachael Sent on 10/10/2017
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    Melissa did an amazing job for my wedding. I had 6 bridesmaids and myself and we all loved our makeup and felt absolutely beautiful! Also she uses high quality products and they lasted all night ... I didn't Need to touch up once. I would highly recommend her for any event and you won't be disappointed.
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    Christine Sent on 09/25/2017
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    Melissa is amazing!!!!! Skilled, funny and very clean. She is professional and made my day perfect.
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    Melissa did makeup for my wedding, including three bridesmaid and two mothers. For starters, I couldn't believe I managed to snag her. My makeup artist backed out a month before the wedding and in panic mode I emailed Melissa because I loved the style of makeup she did on brides, and was honestly hoping since there was no way I could imagine her having availability for just a few weeks out that she could recommend someone else with similar style. Miraculously she was available since another wedding she'd had planned for my day had moved dates.

    From start to finish she was warm, professional and a perfectionist (just my style). My trial went great and afterward, I decided to make some slight changes for the day of based on how my dress turned out, which she gladly welcomed. I was nervous about having the perfect makeup look for the wedding and she reassured me multiple times making me feel 100% comfortable.

    Two days before the wedding, I got a massage that left a huge dark bruise on the back on my neck. In full panic mode again, I reached out and she was not concerned, she'd have no problem covering it up, phew!

    The day of was a dream. She did makeup for the two mothers that was appropriate, gorgeous and you could tell they were feeling all kinds of glamorous. My bridesmaids were floored with how their makeup turned out, they looked beautiful and as for me, my makeup was flawless. There were many many happy tears and a ton of sweaty dance moves but my makeup never budged.
    I looked perfect from start to finish. I can't thank Melissa enough for her AMAAAAZING makeup skills, always keeping me calm and confident leading up to the wedding, and making me feel gorgeous (with so so so many compliments from my guests) on my big day.
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    Aimee Sent on 07/11/2017
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    Having my makeup done by Melissa has been an awesome experience! Melissa was definitely within my budget and her prices were reasonable for myself (the bride) and 5 bridesmaids. We started off with a makeup-trial at the Neiman Marcus - Dior in San Francisco and I wanted a neutral look and Melissa exceeded my expectations! (she even gave my bridesmaid who came to watch get my makeup trial done and I a small sample Dior goodie bag! Super cute). Anyway, I had engagement photos right after my make-up trial so I pretty much tested out the water proof makeup hiking through San Francisco, I even cried and my makeup was still on FLEEK the entire day! Not a smudge came off! So I was extremely satisfied! On my wedding day, Melissa came right on time 6:30a and started working on the bridesmaids. She was really good at timing each girls and finished by noon. I LOVE the makeup she used on myself and my bridesmaids. She basically enhanced our natural beauty with the right type of make up! We all felt good and confident in the makeup she used. FLAWLESS and BEAUTIFUL is all I have to say. Melissa is the Queen of MUA in the BAY AREA ;) Thank you soooo much for making this part of my wedding the least stressful! I recommend Melissa to all the soon to be brides because girl, she will make you look GORGEOUS ;) Ps. You'll love taking selfies ;)
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    Brittany Sent on 07/09/2017
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    Melissa is outstanding! Not only did she make myself, my bridesmaids, and my mom look absolutley stunning, she is the perfect calm to a stressful wedding day full of nerves. I am so thankful to have found Melissa. She truly made my wedding day perfect. If you are considering a make-up artist for a special event or wedding, don't think twice!! Melissa exceeded my expectations and I would love to hire her again in the future.
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    Edna Sent on 06/14/2017
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    Absolutely LOVE Melissa! Professional, courteous, and punctual. She made my 5 bridesmaids and most importantly myself look breath taking for my wedding in Sonoma.
    My five bridesmaids including MOH had all different dresses with various blush to taupe shades and she was able to personalize each look.
    For me, we decided on a classic soft smokey muted brown with an exaggerated wing and full lashes. A bright pinky coral lip (which I would of never picked, thanks Melissa!!!!) was the perfect choice to compliment my bouqet and warmer skin tone!
    I wanted to cry when I saw myself, but luckily I did not! Makeup lasted through the entire day! We started at 8am, wedding was at 3pm, pictures at 2pm. Melissa was done promptly and with enough time to relax before the big show!
    Can't say enough about this lovely lady. She's a makeup genius and an even better person! You will NOT be disappointed!!!
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    Monica Sent on 06/11/2017
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    She did a beautiful job!! My skin looked healthy and radiant:) best makeup service I've ever received?
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    Christina Sent on 12/02/2016
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    Melissa was amazing. She came by herself did I think it was 7 or 8 girls she did. And the girls were a little worried at first that only one girl would be doing everyone's makeup. But once she got started everyone was perfectly fine. She was amazing. She just did one right after the other. No one complained or asked to have things changed. And it last all night long. She was professional and stayed till the very end to get us all ready or touch up if needed. She did an amazing job!!! She was amazing and professional and everyone had their own unique makeup. It was beautiful!!!!!!
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    Andrea Sent on 10/05/2016
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    After scouring the internet for reviews and 3 makeup trials later (ouch $$!) I booked Melissa. As someone who works on-camera on a regular basis, I was pretty picky with what I wanted and Melissa gave me exactly what I was looking for. The quality of the products she used were fantastic, and my girls raved about her!

    Most importantly: the makeup lasted all night no creasing, streaking, or fading, through all kinds of tears, and even 1 ugly cry. (It's a wedding after all!)

    She worked all day tirelessly to make me look beautiful and to make the women in my bridal party feel like princesses. I fully intend to book her again for any other photo shoots I do, and cannot recommend her enough.

    Stop looking at other reviews and just meet with Melissa already! You won't be disappointed :)
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    User2796993 Sent on 10/02/2016
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    Had Melissa do my makeup for my engagement photos recently and it was amazing. She really listened to what I wanted whether they were which colors to use, areas I wanted to bring out and those that I had wanted to cover. She also had a wide range of products to choose from.

    She had recommended an excellent hair stylist Lynn. Although I did not hire Lynn for touch ups during the photoshoot, she walked over how to use hair accessories during the shoot to change up the looks.

    Both Melissa and Lynn were very professional and punctual too. I would recommend them to my friends.
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    User2988278 Sent on 10/02/2016
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    Melissa was a pleasure to work with from the moment I contacted her until the wedding day. She left such a great impression on my maid of honor, my maid of honor booked her shortly after for her wedding. I was looking for a whimsical, effortless glam look and she nailed the look on every one of my bridesmaid regardless of skin tone.
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    Isabella Sent on 09/21/2016
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    I was more than pleased with Melissa's beautiful bridal work she did on me, my bridesmaids, and my family! We all looked like movie stars, not to mention the endless compliments we all received throughout the day and night. Melissa is a true makeup artist and takes pride in her work. I would highly recommended her and will be using her for all my events in the future!!!!!!!!!!
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    Eleanor Sent on 09/19/2016
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    Melissa did an amazing job with the make-up for myself and 5 bridesmaids and my wedding! She came to the salon that was doing put hair and was super flexible with all the chaos of a wedding day :) Everyone looked INCREDIBLE!! She really listened to what we each wanted, even when we were super vague (some are more comfortable with make-up than others!). She gave me (the bride) false lashes that looked AMAZING and the make-up wore really well - you couldn't ever tell when I had been crying (even after a maid of honor toast that really put my make-up to the test!) despite no touch ups. Couldn't recommend Melissa highly enough!
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    Jenn Sent on 06/25/2016
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    Melissa did a wonderful job. My makeup was beautiful. I couldn't have been more happy with the results.
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    Polly Sent on 06/24/2016
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    Melissa is an awesome make up artist. Super flexible with scheduling the trial and did an incredible job, and even more amazing job with my make up on my actual wedding day. She did make up on my bridesmaids in a timely manner and all of them were so happy with the results and looked great! She really listens to what you want and caters to what you want. We got so many compliments! Highly recommend .
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    Gio Sent on 06/08/2016
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    Melissa was recommended to me by others makeup artist. I'm so happy I met her and ending doing my makeup for my girlfriend wedding! She made me look incredible beautiful an impeccable.
    No doubt she is top ten!
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    Nicole Sent on 06/04/2016
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    I loved working with Melissa, she was so easy to get in contact with and responded really quickly to everything! Not to mention she is amazing at what she does! If I did it all over again, I would definitely still use her!! My bridesmaids also all loved their makeup!
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    Patricia Sent on 01/16/2016
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    If you have the chance, book Melissa for your wedding! She is AMAZING!! :-)
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    Loris Sent on 01/16/2016
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    I was in search for a makeup artist for my wedding, then I came across Melissa's website on wedding wire. I immediately contacted her and setup a consultation. She did the most beautiful soft smoky eye on me and my skin looked flawless! Melissa was so sweet and very flexible with my bridal party, she made us all look like models! I would highly recommend Melissa to anyone looking for a makeup artist, she's the BEST!!!
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    Daniella Sent on 01/15/2016
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    Melissa did mine and 5 of my co-workers makeup for our Holiday party we had. She was so sweet, professional, and creatively talented. She is Fabulous!!
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    Michelle Sent on 01/14/2016
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    Mellissa did my makeup for a holiday party and I knew how talented she was and I had to have her and I was blown away with how professional she was and her work is amaziing!!!
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    Lourdes Sent on 01/14/2016
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    I had a winter wonderland wedding in December. With 10 bridesmaids, over 250 guests, and Christmas around the corner, I was so overwhelmed! A friend of mine recommended Melissa from wedding wire for bridal makeup. I was so impressed with her website I had to book a consultation with her. Boy, am I glad I did! Her makeup skills and technique was exactly what I was looking for. She listened to my concerns and made me look like a queen on the most important day of my life. I would definitely recommend Melissa to any and everybody who is looking for a naturally talented makeup artist. Thank you Melissa, your awesome!
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    Michelle Sent on 01/14/2016
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    Melissa did my makeup for an event and I was just blown away of how professional and pleasant she was, she made me look like a movie star! Amazing work!!!
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    Liz Sent on 11/04/2015
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    I was so lucky to have Melissa for my big day! I really appreciate the fact that she travelled on-site, several hours drive to Sea Ranch.
    She listened carefully to my ideas and came up with a look which perfectly suited the theme of my wedding. I looked like an absolute goddess, and the look was flawless all afternoon and all night.
    Both the trial session and the bridal session were enjoyable and relaxed, and I would have no hesitation in recommending her!

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    User2408687 Sent on 11/03/2015
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    Melissa was wonderful! I was incredibly happy with how my makeup turned out for my wedding, as well as how beautiful my bridesmaids' makeup turned out!

    After my makeup trial with Melissa, I found that I needed a little bit more mattifying coverage and she was great in shipping me samples of different foundations to try. i loved how communicative she was and how she just "got" my vision.

    I'll definitely use her again in the future!
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    Courtney Sent on 10/26/2015
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    I was so lucky to find Melissa for my wedding! She did an absolutely amazing job! For starters she was very easy to communicate with from day one and was beyond flexible and willing to meet me for a trial before my big day. She took her time with the trial and was very bubbly and personable during the trial appointment. She even gave me a very thoughtful goody bag!

    Melissa was also very organized in helping me create a timeline for makeup and hair on my big day and made sure we allocated enough time for my bridesmaids, my mother and myself to get all dolled up. Everyone looked phenomenal! I was beyond happy and pleased with her work.

    I will recommend her to everyone I know and I will use her again for future special events. If you go with Melissa, you will be in great hands!
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    Trinity Sent on 09/17/2015
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    Oh goodness, where do I begin with Melissa. I was introduced to her by a close friend of mine two years ago when she did makeup for her daughters quince. I was so impressed with her skill & professionalism, I hired her to do makeup for my engagement photos. The photos came out more beautiful then I anticipated so without a doubt I hired her to do my makeup for my wedding! She made me, my mother, my mother in law, and all 7 of my bridesmaids look like superstars out of a bridal magazine! She is super talented and her work is perfection :) Melissa is awesome and I highly recommend her to ANYONE seeking a pro makeup artist with skills!!!
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    User2321308 Sent on 09/17/2015
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    Melissa is amazing. She took care of my makeup plus 4 bridesmaids!
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    Olivia Sent on 09/17/2015
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    Melissa is so very talented and you can tell she considers her work an art form! She pays attention to the details and makes you feel comfortable when doing your makeup. Additionally, I appreciate her positive attitude and flexibility. Book her now! Don't miss out!
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    Sylvia Sent on 09/16/2015
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    Melissa did an amazing job on my wedding day. I looked fabulous & stunning ! She took time & patience to prep my face. I will definitely have her do my makeup when I have events.
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    Candice Sent on 08/30/2015
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    I love Melissa 's work, her work is amazing... Her work was consistent with the trial and the day of the wedding. I had a picture that I showed her and she nailed it; just the way that I had pictured it. Thanks, Mel!
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    Angelina Sent on 08/10/2015
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    I absolutely loved working with Melissa and definitely would recommend for any other occasion. She was very nice responsive to my needs, and very professional. All of my wedding party including myself loved the make up.
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    Patricia Sent on 07/06/2015
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    Melissa did all the makeup for my wedding & it came out fabulous! She's so incredibly talented & sweet. She made us all look like we were on the cover of a bridal magazine! :) love love love her work! I will definitely be recommending her to everyone I know.
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    On time friendly and wonderful work. Every one of my bridesmaids couldn't stop talking about how much they loved their make up. If I could do it all over again I wouldn't change a thing.
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    Lendy Sent on 07/06/2015
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    She was wonderful, very knowledgeable of trends and listen to what I was looking for my special day. She was a pleasure and professional. I highly recommend her for your upcoming events. :-)
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    Carlyn Sent on 07/06/2015
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    Melissa arrived at our wedding venue on time, prepared, and ready to work her magic. Not only did she make me look like a movie star, but she made all 8 of bridesmaids look absolutely stunning! I would highly recommend Melissa to ANYONE looking for a makeup artist. Thank you Melissa for making me feel so beautiful on such a special day.
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    Melissa did an amazing job with my makeup... she's very talented and professional. I'll be using her again.
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    Katie Sent on 07/06/2015
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    Stunning and beautiful work. Melissa was on time, professional and highly recommended!
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    I am from east Africa and had a very traditional engagement party and my culture is very eclectic and we love colorful traditional clothes and Melissa was not short of amazing and patient with my whole tribe she is very talented and meticulous with her work and as a bride is suck relief to know someone is taking some of the burden off of you.i would recommend her to any bride who wants to feel like a million dollars .
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    Zizi Sent on 06/02/2015
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    I hired Melissa to do my makeup for my wedding because her portfolio was impressive. She setup a consultation/trial for me in San Francisco FREE because I traveled to her, I was amazed! Nobody's trials are free. I loved loved loved my trial makeup & day of the wedding makeup! Melissa did an incredibly flawless job on me & my bridal party. Everyone was complimenting me all day, & well into the reception. I'm so thankful to have found Melissa, she is a Gem! I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a talented professional makeup artist!!!
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    Semi Sent on 05/26/2015
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    Melissa is one of the funniest and charming artist. She does beautiful work. She listens to what you want and definitely makes you look and feel a million bucks.
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    Andrea Sent on 05/25/2015
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    I was recommended to Melissa by a friend who had used her services for her wedding a few years ago. I did a trial with Melissa and I was blown away by her amazing work! My skin looked flawless! She ended up doing myself and my entire bridal party for my wedding last year and we looked fabulous. I've never received so many wonderful compliments on my makeup before. She was extremely professional as well as so incredibly sweet and warm and definitely listened to our needs as well as voicing her professional advice. Love love love Melissa and her work and wish I could get married everyday so she could do my makeup!
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    Michelle Sent on 05/25/2015
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    Melissa made me look and feel gorgeous for my anniversary. I couldn't have asked for anything more! She listened to my desire to look natural but elegant and play up my best feature- my round eyes. I felt amazing. Received a lot of compliments. This is the second time I've booked her services and I will be back. I recommend her to everyone and have sent many referrals her way. She is wonderfully talented and accommodating and a great artist!
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    Marley Sent on 05/24/2015
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    Mel has been an amazing make up artist. She knows well how to find perfect match of foundation and overall look to compliment and enhance my beauty. Highly recommend her talent and skill to everyone who value and appreciate amazing makeup artistry.
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    User2143223 Sent on 05/22/2015
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    Melissa was exceptional! She did my make up for my wedding. She is knowledgeable on color trends which is very important for me.
    Was able to match my tone of skin with the right tone of concealer and foundation. Melissa has an eye to bring the glamour and beauty in me, I looked vibrant!!!
    Extremely professional and uses high quality products. She values my wishes and opinions and that makes me feel special along with her suggestions to enhance the look for wedding photos and still feel natural and comfortable.
    I highly recommend Melissa!!!
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    Rachel Sent on 05/21/2015
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    Mel did my wedding, and I couldn't have asked for a better experience! She is a true professional with amazing talent.
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    Madeline Sent on 05/21/2015
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    I could not even say enough good things about Melissa, my daughter had a high school event and she looked flawless when Melissa was done and Melissa made her feel so comfortable and Beautiful. I would send all my family and friends to her
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    Ferial Sent on 05/21/2015
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    She did a phenomenal job! I could not stop looking in the mirror, when it was time for me to walk down the aisle. Her makeup was flawless, very professional, and fun. Everyone asked about my make up later on .What I loved most was her sense of humor!! Usually before the big time comes you get nervous and what not, but her humor made me forget all about it.. Thank you so much Melissa.
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    Melissa is the best! I needed a bridal makeup artist for my wedding and a friend recommended her, she's even more fabulous than described! She's attentive, fast, listened to my wishes, and made me look beautiful! She has a really light hand, the makeup looked so natural. I highly recommend Melissa for any makeup occasion, she's worth her weight in gold! The BEST out there!!!
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    Alexandria Sent on 05/21/2015
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    Melissa is super professional and knows how to make someone look and feel beautiful!!! She did makeup for 6 women the day of my wedding and it lasted all day and night for all of us. I didnt have to touch up once and felt as beautiful as a Bride should! Flawless indeed!!!
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    Destiny Sent on 05/21/2015
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    Melissa did an amazing job!!! I would recommend her to anyone seeking professionalism and a glamorous look for a special occasion. Two thumbs up!
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    Lupe Sent on 05/20/2015
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    Melissa was so awesome! She did makeup for my engagement party. She did myself and 3 members of my bridal party. Everyone commented on how much fun it was for her to get us glammed up! She customized looks for all of us and left us looking flawless! I can't wait for my makeup for my big day!
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    Olga Sent on 05/20/2015
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    I searched everywhere you can imagine to find the perfect makeup artist for my wedding in December of 2014. I am so blessed to have been introduced to Melissa from a friend who has used her services in her wedding. The way she made my makeup look perfectly blended and my skin looked airbrushed with a radiant glow, it was phenomenal. There was no need to explain to her how I wanted my makeup application executed, she knows exactly what she's doing! With beautifully blended bridal shadows and flawless eyelash application, my look was timeless with pure elegance. She explained to me the types of foundation she uses for camera ready photos, the results were incredible. I'm truly grateful for Melissa, and I highly recommended this beauty makeup queen!
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    Alexis Sent on 05/18/2015
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    I am a fan of Melissa's make up artistry skills along with her sense of humor. Melissa listened and interpreted beautifully what I was looking for on my Valentine Day wedding at The Ritz Carlton in Halfmoon Bay. My makeup was sheer perfection! I received compliments left and right and most importantly my wedding pictures Came out amazing!!! Thanks, Melissa!!!
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    Jessica Sent on 05/18/2015
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    Melissa was a wonderful makeup artist for my wedding! She did me & my bridesmaids makeup. The outcome was just beautiful. She has a great heart, professional, and definitely listens to all your questions and concerns. At the same time, I can trust her judgement because she knows what type of look I want & how to achieve it. Thank you, Melissa! Will definitely recommend you to my friends and family!
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    User2716936 Sent on 04/08/2016
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    Melissa is amazing. If you don't believe me, just look at her instagram and see her before and after. She does miracles! She makes your skin look flawless! I went to her for a trial and the results had me hire on the spot. I knew right away that she got exactly what I wanted and showed me more that I didn't know I can look like! I LOVED my trial and LOVED her even more on my wedding day. ALL of my bridesmaids, mom, and mother in law thought she was great! It's RARE for everyone in the bridal party to like their makeup and like is an understatement. They all wished they could bring Melissa everywhere they go. She's quick, very punctual, professional, and obviously talented. She came at like 6:30am all the way to almost 1:30pm and didn't take one break. She worked through without stopping and got everyone of us to the venue on time. I HIGHLY recommend her. If not, at least contact her to get a trial. I promise you'll absolutely love the results. Good luck!
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    Ria L. Sent on 08/29/2021
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    Melissa did a fabulous job!

    I hired Melissa for my small wedding on July 3rd. She did tasteful and elegant makeup for me, my mother and two bridesmaids. I would recommend Melissa to any bride who is looking for a professional talented makeup artist. Thank you wedding wire !!
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    Jessica Sent on 12/01/2016
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    Melissa did AMAZING makeup for me and my bridesmaids on my wedding day. We all looked phenomenal; I've honestly had my makeup done dozens of times for other weddings and events and she made me look the best I have ever looked. She's great at making people look their best in photos - her looks really pop. She was punctual, sweet, and worked efficiently to keep us all on track through the day. She even powered through 8 ladies without losing steam; the last bridesmaid looked just as fresh as the first! I would highly, highly recommend her to any bride looking for day-of services.
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    User2775619 Sent on 09/20/2016
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    Melissa was awesome and all my girls loved their look! She worked with a very large wedding party and made everyone look beautiful!
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    Tina Sent on 09/20/2015
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    Melissa is an awesome makeup artist. I met her at Neiman's where we had our meet and greet and she did my trial makeup. Melissa knows what she's doing and will transform you into the most beautiful version of yourself.
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    Junette Sent on 08/11/2015
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    I hired Melissa for my wedding day! And Ioved how I looked today day! I was truly glowing but still looked like my self! The work that she did highlighted my features and what I liked about it was the make up felt really light and not cakey. I received so many compliments! And the makeup lasted all today! And the makeup looked really good in pictures as well!! My Maid of honor was so happy with her work, she also hired her for her wedding! I would defitnitly recommend Melissa!
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    Kimberley Sent on 09/28/2022
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    Not worth it

    It started out good BUT....I wish I can give a 0 star...I'm not usually the one to write a bad review. Usually I just leave things as is and move on because there's no reason to make anyone look bad/feel bad. But Melissa made me feel very bad for wanting the services that I need.

    Initially, I was interested in hiring her because of her experience and her quick responses. It seems like she's a good person until I decided to go forward with another artist.

    I needed 11 services to be done and she can only do 6 services max due to time restraint, which is understandable, but I found an artist who can fulfill my 11 service request so I'm not going to pay double the travel fee/early start time for 2 artists when I can go with one.

    After I thanked Melissa for her time in helping me but that I've chosen to move forward with another artist. She sent me "Wow. Thank you for completely wasting my time! Best of luck to you!"

    I'm so thankful I didn't go forward with her...so brides, don't waste your time with her.
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