The Best Wedding Hair & Makeup Artists in Delaware

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153 Wedding Beauty Professionals in Delaware

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The Art of Beauty 
Rating: 5.0 (27 reviews)
Wilmington, DE
  • Team of 8
  • Serves Delaware

Experience unparalleled artistry with our award-winning team, dedicated to serving Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, DC, Virginia, New York, and beyond. Discover the celebrity experience that sets us apart. When choosing The Art of Beauty as your beauty artists, WE ENSURE YOU RECEIVE THE FULL RED CARPET TREATMENT! No heavy layers, no flashback, no harsh lines, no cake face and no mismatched tones. Get ready to look flawlessly blended from every angle, in every photo. Invest in your forever memories for an unforgettable experience and never look back with regret!

Awarded Best of Zola
Ne'Kea with The Art Of Beauty is an amazing hair stylist and makeup artist. I first met with her a week before my wedding for a trial, which she knocked out of the park. On the day of my wedding, she arrived early to set up all her supplies. She did hair and makeup for myself, my mom, and my aunt - and she made us all look fantastic. I've never looked so good in my life! Plus, my makeup stayed strong all day and night long, I never once needed a touch up. I strongly recommend Ne'Kea to anyone else. She is prompt and responsive with communication, great to interact with, and most importantly, extremely talented at her job.
Ashley, 2 years ago
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Beauty & Bridal Philly 
Rating: 5.0 (39 reviews)
  • Team of 12
  • Starts at $700
  • Serves Delaware

It’s always an honor to be a part of the creative process that is a wedding. We feel incredibly blessed to be a part of yours, to have the honor to befriend and beautify you and your loved ones on this very special day!!! If you're looking for effortless texture, shape, and elegance, we are the team for you!

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Kelsey and her team did an amazing job with me, my mom, and my ten bridesmaids! We felt like a million bucks on my wedding day. I had an inspo pic for my big day and Kelsey nailed it. The makeup was still looking good at the end of the night!
Stefanie D., 2 years ago
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Lauren Dean Studio 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • Team of 3
  • Starts at $125
  • Serves Delaware

Since 2018, I’ve been passionate about helping clients look and feel their best through makeup artistry. Currently, I work as a freelancer for Trish McEvoy and as a makeup artist at Blue Mercury. I specialize in weddings, proms, birthday parties, and other special events, delivering customized looks that enhance natural beauty. For larger wedding parties, I have a talented team ready to provide seamless, professional services to ensure everyone shines on the big day.

I cannot recommend Lauren enough! She responded to every message quickly and was always friendly and attentive to what we needed. She took my natural look vision and brought it to life in a way that made me feel truly beautiful. The whole process was simple and stress free. Thank you Lauren!
Madison M., 20 days ago
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Luxy Locks 
Rating: 5.0 (13 reviews)
  • Team of 4
  • Starts at $600
  • Serves Delaware

Luxy Locks provides wedding day hair services for brides, bridal parties, family members, and friends! Owner, Stephanie, offers on-location services in and around Chester County, PA. Your Wedding Day can be hectic, so we strive to provide quality and timely services! Stephanie has over 18 years of formal hairstyling experience. She is passionate about her craft and loves the wedding day atmosphere! Making you feel beautiful and comfortable is her number one priority! Stephanie provides hair services only. She is happy to refer you to a makeup artist.

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Simply the best! Stephanie and her team made sure my bridal party and I had an incredible experience from start to finish. Our hair and makeup looked absolutely flawless and stayed in place all day and night, despite all the excitement and chaos of a wedding day. Stephanie was incredibly flexible and accommodating, both when scheduling my trial and when last-minute changes came up with my bridal party's hair and makeup services. Her professionalism, communication ,talent, and attention to detail made the entire process stress-free and enjoyable. I can't recommend Luxy Locks enough to any bride looking for beautiful, long-lasting hair and makeup. Thank you for helping me feel my best on such a special day!
Caitlyn W., a month ago
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CT Artistry 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
New Castle, DE
  • Serves Delaware
  • Offer

We’re actively involved in the DE, PA, & MD beauty scene, and have been helping locals look and feel their best since 2017. We go above and beyond the typical beauty services to ensure that all of our clients are satisfied with what we have to offer.

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CT Artistry was a wonderful beauty professional for my wedding day. Communication with them was great - they were down to earth and enjoyable to chat with, always having an answer for my questions. The quality of their work and value was awesome - all my bridesmaids loved the style and application. CT Artistry brought a happy, fun vibe while making us look naturally beautiful. Their talents contributed smiles and confidence as we commemorated the special day.
Jazmine O., 2 years ago
Selina G beauty 
Rating: 5.0 (7 reviews)
Newark, DE
  • Team of 1
  • Starts at $130
  • Serves Delaware

Hello! I am a professional makeup artist with over 9 years of experience in the beauty industry. Through my life’s work at multiple high end salons and nearly one hundred happy wedding parties, I have developed the skills and knowledge to bring out your beauty on your wedding day! I pride myself on giving every bride the makeup of their dreams. I communicate and work with each individual to meet their specific requests and a look based on their personal preferences. I have a calming and friendly personality, and would love to hear from you! I absolutely love what I do and can’t wait to be a part of your wedding day!

I had my photo taken that day and she did my make up and I think she did a great job! She was gentle, she was very communicative about if I was OK with certain product being used and it was pretty quick, but it still came out very good.
Joslie F., 4 months ago
Dani Gaudiosi Mua & Licensed Esthetician 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
Lewes, DE
  • Team of 1
  • Serves Delaware

I absolutely love what I do! It brings me joy to see my clients smile when I had them the mirror! Professional, easy going, fun, reliable and licensed. I am here to make your big day a breeze. I have been so lucky to been able to train with incredible National and Global makeup artists around the world while working for companies like NARS, Lancome, Bare Minerals, Chanel and more. Education is extremely important to me and I attend one or two classes a year to better serve my clients.

Dani Gaudiosi Mua & Licensed Esthetician was a true professional throughout the entire process of preparing me for my wedding day. She was extremely knowledgeable about makeup and skincare, and took the time to really listen to my preferences and desired look. Dani's work was exquisite - she has a deep understanding of how to enhance one's natural features in the most flattering way. Her services were also very reasonably priced, especially considering the high quality of her work. Dani made sure that I felt absolutely beautiful on my wedding day by taking my input into account and tailoring the look exactly to my liking. Honestly, I will recommend her to anyone who asks - she is simply the best in the business.
Stephanie M., a year ago
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HONEY Bridal 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
DELAWARE CITY, DE
  • Team of 25
  • Starts at $135
  • Serves Delaware
  • Offer

Voted Best of Delaware Bridal hairstyling 2026 ! Sophisticated Bridal Makeup and Hair Artistry on location. At Honey Bridal, we are a mobile bridal glam squad dedicated to making every bride feel beautiful and confident on her special day. Our team of professional stylists and makeup artists will ensure that you look and feel your best as you walk down the aisle. We specialize in creating stunning bridal looks that enhance your natural beauty and compliment your individual style. Let us take care of all your bridal beauty needs, so you can relax and enjoy the magical moments of your wedding day.

HONEY Bridal was an absolute joy to work with for our wedding day. Their communication style was incredibly accommodating, responsive and kind throughout the entire process. The quality of their work and overall value was amazing - they were efficient, talented, and truly made us all feel gorgeous. Nicole and Ashley were the best, and able to make everyone's hair exactly as they had envisioned. Will was a magician with makeup and helped all of us feel our absolute best. They enabled us to get ready together and have so much fun, especially with the kiddos having their first glam experiences. We couldn't have asked for a better beauty team to be a part of our special day.
Jessica M., 2 years ago
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Ty Glamz Makeup Artistry 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
Dover, DE
  • Team of 1
  • Starts at $580
  • Serves Delaware

Tyler-Danae is the Founder and Artist behind Ty Glamz Makeup Artistry, a brand built on a lifelong passion that began at the age of twelve. Originally born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, she moved to Delaware to complete college and has since established her professional business within the local community. With over six years of experience, Tyler-Danae prides herself on mastering the art of a flawless full glam, specializing in high-stakes environments like weddings and editorial photoshoots. She focuses on the power of beauty through an intentional experience that prioritizes client confidence.

I was blown away by Ty Glamz Makeup Artistry. she completed the make up for me and four of my bridesmaids on a tight schedule and without any delays. Some of my bridesmaids opted not to get their make up done, and it was a clear difference because her work was SO impeccable. When I met her in 2024, I had no idea she was just a senior in college - her level of maturity and professionalism was well beyond her years. By the time she finished my makeup, I was in awe of her skills. I can only imagine how much she has grown as a professional since then. Ty clearly has a true passion for this work, as she has now also obtained her esthetician license. I felt completely comfortable with her, and absolutely loved the final look she created. Her talent is undeniable, and I highly recommend Ty Glamz Makeup Artistry to any bride-to-be.
Jael H., 6 months ago
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JNP BEAUTY LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
Delaware City, DE
  • Team of 3
  • Starts at $155
  • Serves Delaware

Hello my name is Jesie! I am a Professional Traveling Makeup Artist based in Delaware who specialize in beauty & bridal makeup. I have been in the makeup industry for 6 years as a self-taught MUA.  Our passion lies within making your vision come to life. JNP BEAUTY is a dynamic company which focuses on growth, artistry and authenticity. I fell in love with makeup because it allows us to enhance our natural beauty. We believe beauty is diverse and pride ourselves on having a vast range of knowledge about various complexions.  We are so excited to be apart of your special day!

Jesie did my makeup and wedding party's makeup as well with the help of her assistant! She did a wonderful job and made us all feel so beautiful! Jesie is very organized and was very accommodating with all my needs! I highly recommend her!
Kelly C., 4 years ago
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The Riley Brow LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
Bear, DE
  • Team of 5
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Delaware

Welcome. The Riley Brow & Beauty is an experience! As a professional makeup artist of 16 years and a licensed esthetician 11 years, I know what it takes to create a memorable moment in time. I help women not only achieve their desired makeup looks, but their desired healthy skin as well. Booking with The Riley Brow & Beauty, you are guaranteed to leave happy, educated, and confident!

Our experience with The Riley Brow LLC was absolutely incredible. From Kiyana's consistent, efficient, and friendly communication style, to the gorgeous, long-lasting, durable, and high quality of work, this team truly went above and beyond to make me feel special on my wedding day. Kiyana and Tracina brought the most amazing energy to the bridal suite, and everyone was so happy with their final look - it didn't budge ALL DAY. We all looked the same way we did stepping out of the bridal suite come 2am at the after party. We loved our experience with this beautiful duo and we felt so lucky to find such a fantastic team. I would highly recommend them to any future brides looking for a luxurious and high-quality beauty experience, especially if you're like me and NEED a team of black women artists to be a part of the day.
Michaela D., a year ago
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1Makeupman 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
New Castle, DE
  • Starts at $175 per person
  • Serves Delaware

My passion has been, and always will be, to serve others. I’m passionately married to my wife of 18 years and truly love the art of marriage! To be chosen for a couples special day is an honor and a privilege, which I am incredibly grateful for. I love building community and am proud of the relationships that I have built throughout my life journey.

If you would like to look and feel your absolute best, look no further than Russell! He will go above and beyond to make your make up dreams a reality. He is kind, patient, professional, and extremely talented. Not only that, his hair team (shout out Andrea) is also incredible! They are truly a special group of people who bring such a positive and amazing energy to the day. They care about what they do and will do anything needed to make everyone look and feel their best! I can’t say enough good things! I hope to work with Russell again one day!!
Jessica W., a year ago
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LOKA Beauty Studio 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
Wilmington, DE
  • Starts at $250
  • Serves Delaware

At LOKA Beauty Studio, we believe every bride deserves to look and feel radiant on her wedding day—with beauty that’s as clean as it is timeless. Our team specializes in effortless, natural glam and flawless hair styling, all while using professional, clean beauty products that are free of harsh chemicals. As a sustainable salon, we are committed to creating looks that not only photograph beautifully but also honor your health and the environment. From romantic updos to glowing, skin-first makeup, our artists tailor every detail to your vision so you can feel confident walking down the aisle.

Booking LOKA Beauty Studio for your wedding day is a must! They are reliable, professional, and such a fun team to work with! Everything went by smoothly. 10 out of 10 would recommend to any bride!
Selina, 10 months ago
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Fusion Salon 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
Wilmington, DE
  • Team of 10
  • Starts at $85 per person
  • Serves Delaware

Fusion Hair Salon is a salon located in Wilmington, Delaware. We specialize in providing hair and makeup services that will synergize with the attire of our couples Our amazing staff present their energy, knowledge, and skills to provide top-notch services in a light and lovely manner. Our company has been serving the wedding industry for more than 14 years, and the owner, Lori, has been in the industry for more than 30 years.

Fusion Salon made my wedding day a breeze! I really wanted an Old Hollywood glam look and my hair was STUNNING! All the stylists were so laid back and kept us feeling relaxed all day despite servicing 20 people in a short amount of time. Can't wait for our anniversary so I can see Lindsay for my complimentary blowout!
Kayla & T., 5 years ago
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Beauty by Cass 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
Milford, DE
  • Starts at $400
  • Serves Delaware

Hello gorgeous! My name is Cassie. Every client I meet is beautiful, and my job is to make them feel that way. I have been a professional makeup artist since 2013, and my work is fresh and flawless. I've worked in many different types of beauty jobs. In 2020, I decided I was tired of working for other people, and decided to open my own beauty business. I am also a Licensed Esthetician. Get in touch with me today to discuss your look, and how together we can make your beauty shine through with a look you desire.

Cass was such a nice lady, she came to my home twice. One for a trial and the final wedding look! I wanted to stay natural looking but have great pictures with the makeup she applied! She went above and beyond. Cass did my wedding party of 4 and my mom's makeup!! We all looked stunning.. highly recommend. Thank you Cass!!
Jessica M., 2 years ago
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Willow Magnolia Beauty 
Rating: 4.9 (51 reviews)
Chesapeake City, MD
  • Team of 10
  • Starts at $85
  • Serves Delaware

Congrats Wifey!! My name is Cheryl, Owner of Willow Magnolia Beauty LLC. I am a Licensed Cosmetologist and Certified Makeup Artist. Hair and makeup is my passion. We offer services up the east coast including MD, GA, PA & Destination weddings around the globe. With years of experience in the industry, I have had the pleasure of working with countless Brides. I have teamed up with some amazing artists doing Editorial Runway & Fashion Shoots. I absolutely love working with Brides helping them feel confident and beautiful on their way to say I do. 💍I would love to help you check Hair & Makeup off your list!

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Cheryl was the BEST. She makes me want to have another wedding just to get my hair and make up done all over again. It was like sitting with your best friend and just having a girl’s day. She is skilled in different skin tones and hair textures, she made me really feel like a bride! My girls and mom adored her and her work is beyond phenomenal.
Nancy K., 2 years ago
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Shimmer For You LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (48 reviews)
Williamstown, NJ
  • Starts at $400
  • Serves Delaware
  • Offer

Award-Winning Bridal Hair & Makeup Artist With over 18 years of experience as a licensed cosmetologist and educator, I’ve chosen to focus exclusively on bridal hair and makeup artistry. I am passionate about helping brides feel confident and radiant on their wedding day. I truly enjoy connecting with each client, hearing their unique stories, and adding special touches that make their day even more memorable.

Awarded Best of Zola
Jaime was such a great person to work with the entire process along the way. She was super helpful with any questions I had and was also very accommodating to some changes that needed to be made last minute. Me and my girls all loved our hair and makeup and Jaime made me feel so confident and beautiful the day of. She is a total rockstar at what she does!
Chrissy H., 2 years ago
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Makeup with Amber Helverson 
Rating: 5.0 (46 reviews)
Malvern, PA
  • Team of 5
  • Serves Delaware

My name is Amber Helverson, and I have been in this industry for twelve years. My absolute passion is doing makeup, and making my clients feel their most beautiful. As a little kid I was always playing with my friends hair, and makeup, and just always wanted people to feel good about themselves. Being apart of someone’s big day is always such an honor because they’re trusting you to make them look, and feel their best, and that’s all I’ve ever wanted! Please note, we only offer makeup services, but can send referrals for hair stylists!

Awarded Best of Zola
Amber was so amazing to work with and she did the perfect soft glam for me and all my bridesmaids!! Everyone was so happy and it was such an easy morning!
Julie K., a year ago
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Bridal by Becki 
Rating: 5.0 (46 reviews)
Skippack, PA
  • Team of 7
  • Serves Delaware

(Previously BeeBee Bridal Hair & Makeup) Hi, I’m Becki! I’m a passionate bridal hair and makeup artist, and I’m so proud to run this business doing what I love most — creating timeless, glowy, photo-ready beauty for brides on their best day ever. I’m lucky to have a team of talented, loyal artists by my side, and together we’ll bring your dream bridal vision to life. From romantic updos to natural glam makeup, my goal is to help you feel like you — just the most elevated, glowing, confident version of you.

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After going through dozens of hair and makeup artists, I'm thrilled to have found Becki! Her Enchanted Package was perfect for my small wedding party, and her pricing was right on point! Her style is so lovely, light, and romantic. She was incredibly helpful leading up to the wedding, sending tips and planning information regularly so I always knew what I needed to do. As someone who really doesn't wear makeup, I'm glad I decided to add a hair and makeup trial. It was a great opprotunity to meet Becki before my wedding, and she really helped make me feel so comfortable with my styling choices at the trial so I knew more of what to expect on my wedding day. Day of the wedding, Becki arrived bright and early at 6am to get us started! It was so fun to work with her, she really helped keep the mood light and is just such an amazing person! My hair and makeup didn't budge all day, even in some lovely humidity. I can't recommend Becki enough, she truly is a wonderful person and incredible artist!
Sarah J., a year ago
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Daneene Jensen & Associates 
Rating: 5.0 (33 reviews)
Doylestown, PA
  • Team of 15
  • Serves Delaware

Voted Best in Philly 12 years in a row! Professional on site hair and makeup by an experienced, dedicated and committed team of artists. We come to you to make your wedding or special event day as stress-free as possible! We offer hair styling and makeup services, manually applied or waterproof airbrush makeup, false eyelashes and hair extensions for women of all ages and ethnicities. Daneene owns and manages the business and is extremely responsive.

Awarded Best of Zola
Daneene Jensen & Associates was a true pleasure to work with for our wedding day beauty needs. From the very first interaction, their communication was quick, detailed, and extremely accommodating to all of our requests. The team's talent and perceptiveness was evident in the stunning hair and makeup looks they created for me and my bridal party - we all felt beautiful, confident, and photo-ready. Throughout the process, Daneene and the other artists were kind, fun, and easygoing, helping to keep the morning relaxed and enjoyable. I would highly recommend Daneene Jensen & Associates to any bride looking for a talented, professional, and affordable beauty team to be part of their wedding day.
Carly T., 8 months ago
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Style Society 
Rating: 5.0 (32 reviews)
Hazlet, NJ
  • Team of 6
  • Starts at $135
  • Serves Delaware

✨ Affordable luxury bridal hair & makeup with a professional touch. At Style Society, we bring a background in bridal, media, and editorial beauty —  our team takes pride in making your glam the easiest part of your day. Whether you’re dreaming of soft and natural or bold and glamorous, we specialize in a full range of looks tailored just for you. 💍 Because when you look good, you feel unstoppable — and that’s how every bride deserves to feel- their best! We have a studio in Matawan, NJ and Brooklyn, NY as well as bringing glam straight to your door.

Awarded Best of Zola
Style Society was an absolute pleasure to work with for my rehearsal dinner needs. Their communication was fast and friendly, which put me at ease during the planning process. Jenn, the lead stylist, made me feel so beautiful and was incredibly responsive when I reached out to her last minute about hair and makeup for my rehearsal dinner. I was obsessed with how my hair and makeup turned out, and the amount of compliments I received was unreal. The look lasted all night long. I highly recommend Style Society, especially Jenn, for any couple's wedding beauty services!
Verina, 5 months ago
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Red Carpet Ready Beauty 
Rating: 5.0 (31 reviews)
Wyomissing, PA
  • Starts at $175
  • Serves Delaware

Hi Beautiful! I'm Erin, a professional, cinemagraphic makeup artist with over 15 years of experience in the beauty industry. As a licensed esthetician and bridal makeup pro I'm passionate about helping every bride step into her bridal era feeling confident, radiant, and truly herself...I'm a girls' girl through and through--supportive, encouraging, and always ready to hype you up! My specialty is enhancing your natural beauty, so you look and feel like the best version of yourself -both in person and on camera. Whether you're dreaming of a soft, romantic look or something bold and editorial, I'm here to make your vision come to life🩷

Awarded Best of Zola
Erin was fantastic!! She took the time to prep my skin so my makeup looked amazing all day. Even after some happy tears, my makeup didn’t budge at all! Her style leans towards natural/soft glam which was exactly what I was looking for. We made a couple adjustments on my wedding day based on my trial, and I thought my final look was perfect. All my bridesmaids were really happy as well!
Alyssa B., 9 months ago
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Updos For I Dos 
Rating: 5.0 (31 reviews)
Columbia, MD
  • Team of 35
  • Starts at $396
  • Serves Delaware

Feel confident in looking your best on your big day! Updos For I Dos offers award-winning, on-site hair and makeup services. Our professional, licensed, and insured artists are committed to providing you and your bridal party with a stress-free beauty experience.

Awarded Best of Zola
Updos for I Dos provided incredible hair and makeup services for my wedding. Tara and Kelly made everyone feel so beautiful and were incredibly receptive to feedback throughout the entire process. We couldn't have been happier with how radiant they made us all feel! I would highly recommend booking Updos for I Dos for your wedding.
Kelly T., a year ago
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Dylan Michael Cosmetics 
Rating: 5.0 (25 reviews)
Jenkintown, PA
  • Team of 5
  • Serves Delaware

Dylan Michael Cosmetics was created in honor of owner Cindy Singer's sons, Dylan and Brandon. Dylan lost his battle with familial dysautonomia (FD) at just 19 years old. His strength and spirit continue to be the inspiration for everything they do in the wedding industry. In Dylan’s memory, a portion of the net proceeds is donated to Pixie Dust Wishes, a nonprofit that creates unforgettable Disney experiences for individuals with disabilities and their families. To date, more than 30 children and their loved ones have experienced the magic of Disney.

Awarded Best of Zola
I used DMC for my June wedding and everything could not have come out better. I did do two trials to help alleviate any stress morning of and this was no problem at all for DMC. They made every effort to make sure I would be confident and comfortable in my makeup look. As a bride you may worry to be a bridezilla in order to achieve what you want be rest assured that DMC is ready to listen and make your vision a reality. Can’t thank you guys enough!
Morgan L., a month ago
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Jessie V Glams LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (24 reviews)
Merchantville, NJ
  • Starts at $120
  • Serves Delaware

Welcome. Im Jessie, a dedicated Artist with a passion for make-up that drives me to create versatile looks that take your natural beauty to the next level. My priority remains for you feel and look how you always dreamt you would on your big day.

Awarded Best of Zola
Jessie came onsite to our wedding in Philadelphia. From my initial trial with her I knew everything would be awesome. She is so easy to work with and helped me figure out what I wanted since I often have a hard time putting that into words that make sense to anyone other than me! She was accommodating and willing to work with a small event, only two ladies needing services. On our wedding day, not only did she make me and my bonus daughter look incredibly beautiful, she threw in baby glam for my two elementary school daughters. They will never forget that experience!! Additionally, we had an almost catastrophic situation and she saved the day. My veil was returned “steamed” by the cleaners with a rip at the top. Jessie swooped in and tag teamed with my hair stylist to use glue from her toolkit and temporarily mend it so it would look normal for our wedding. They literally saved the day. Jessie was above and beyond and our family will continue to name drop her and use her for formal events! Thank you SO MUCH!
Dana M., 2 years ago