The Best Wedding Hair & Makeup Artists in Essex, IL

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102 Wedding Beauty Professionals in Essex, IL

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Makeup By Jacquee 
Rating: 5.0 (40 reviews)
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Essex, IL

Hi there! I’m Jacquee. I am a licensed esthetician and freelance makeup artist. I was trained in makeup artistry and hair design at Make Up First in Chicago. My esthetics training was completed at the Universal Spa Training Academy in Downers Grove. So now that we’ve got that out of the way let’s talk about what I can help you with! I’m well versed in all areas of makeup from beauty and bridal to commercial, theatrical, and even special effects. I’m just as comfortable working on a film set as I am working with my brides. I enjoy making people feel good about themselves and I put my all into everything I do.

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Makeup By Jacquee was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding day. From the moment I reached out, Jacquee was kind, respectful and fun to communicate with. She took the time to understand my vision and preferences, and her professionalism put me at ease throughout the process. On the day of, Jacquee's work was nothing short of amazing - she created a beautiful, natural look that made me feel so confident and beautiful. I loved how natural the makeup appeared, and it lasted perfectly throughout the entire event. Jacquee truly helped make our special day even more perfect, and I cannot recommend her highly enough!
Madison, a year ago
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Kiss This Makeup 
Rating: 4.8 (50 reviews)
  • Team of 85
  • Starts at $600
  • Serves Essex, IL

At Kiss This Makeup, we believe in the transformative power of beauty. Whether you’re preparing for your wedding day or a special occasion, our goal is to enhance your natural beauty and create a look that reflects your unique style and personality. From timeless classics to modern trends, our talented and passionate beauticians are here to bring your vision to life. We offer makeup artistry, hair styling, and beauty assistance with a specialized team for all special events covering South & Central Florida, Dallas, along with Chicago and surrounding suburbs.

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I had a great experience with Kiss this Makeup for my wedding day glam! Jenna Marie did my hair & makeup and I couldn't have been happier with the results. She eased my stresses during the planning process, fitting me in for 2 trials as I tried out different looks. She and her team kept me well informed on timeline & details for the wedding day and were super on top of scheduling and answering any questions I had. On wedding day, she delivered exactly the look I was going for. I felt so beautiful and my hair & makeup lasted perfectly throughout the entire day/night. I would highly recommend using Kiss this Makeup for your special occasions! They truly care about making their client happy & comfortable, and putting their best looks out there!
Madison H., a year ago
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The Bridal Beauty Team 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
  • Team of 37
  • Starts at $625
  • Serves Essex, IL

You deserve to feel like the most beautiful version of yourself on your wedding day. The Bridal Beauty Team offers luxury, on-location hair and makeup services designed to be calm, personalized, and truly unforgettable. With award-winning artistry, years of experience, and a genuine love for celebrating every unique story, our team creates timeless looks that feel effortless, radiant, and completely you. From your first getting-ready moments to your walk down the aisle, we’re honored to be part of it all.

I had such an amazing experience with the bridal beauty team!! The team was responsive, professional, and easy to work with. I went in to their Chicago studio for my makeup trial. Jeanette was fantastic - she looked at my inspo pics and asked me some questions and ended up giving me the natural, soft glam look I was envisioning! The day of experience was also great. I had two artists doing make-up for ten total women. They stuck to our schedule perfectly and were very professional when one of my ladies had very specific requests for her makeup. Everyone looked gorgeous! I highly recommend!!
Gaby, a month ago
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Chicago Makeup and Hair Professionals 
Rating: 4.9 (14 reviews)
  • Starts at $650
  • Serves Essex, IL

All of our stylists are active in the beauty industry, and hand picked for our amazing team. With years of experience, they are constantly updating their skills and keeping up with the latest trends. We make sure you achieve your best look possible for your special day.

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I have hired Audrey and her team for years. Their skills and professionalism are unmatched. They truly listen to what you want. I have hired them for weddings, Gala events, professional family photos, and even Halloween events. My hair and make up always look absolutely stunning and I receive a ton of compliments. I highly recommend these women for any event that you have where you want to look and feel gorgeous!
Megan W., a year ago
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Kate K Beauty 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Essex, IL

I often tell people that when you get to do what you love, you never feel like you're actually working. I started my journey in Makeup Artistry in 2017 and since then I couldn't imagine doing anything else. My brides and other clients mean the world to me. I want to create an experience that is both personal, exciting, and FUN. It is an absolute honor to get to be a part of your wedding day and I look forward to working with you!

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Kate K Beauty was an absolute DREAM to work with. Through every step of the process Katlyn was by my side and communicated quickly and efficiently. It was like my best friend was doing my hair and makeup on my special day. I loved doing a trail beforehand so I got to meet Katlyn and Natalie (hair) ahead of time and visualize the look. They were both so helpful on unifying my vision and open to changes too! I wanted a natural look with a lip color change halfway through the day and they nailed it!! They were on time and handled last minute schedule changes with grace. It was the absolute best way to start my magical day. They helped calm my nerves and sang along with my epic 'getting ready' playlist hahah. I've used Katlyn for multiple events now and each time she makes me look and feel beautiful and like my true authentic self. I cant recommend her enough!
Casey, 5 years ago
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Feeling Pretty Inc 
Rating: 5.0 (7 reviews)
  • Serves Essex, IL

We have a team of highly trained professionals that take the time to listen to you. We collaborate with your vision, style, and create the custom look to revealing your most beautiful confident self.

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Feeling Pretty Inc. was an absolute dream to work with for my wedding day beauty needs. Their communication style was attentive, reassuring, personable, approachable and clear from start to finish. The quality of their work was truly flawless - they had my whole bridal party looking absolutely beautiful, with makeup that was consistently perfect and long-lasting all evening. Not only did they perfect my look, but they also provided me with an emergency makeup bag filled with all the goodies I would need for touchups. The team was professional, organized, and incredibly talented, listening closely to what each of us wanted to ensure we all looked and felt our absolute best, completely confident and like the best versions of ourselves. I cannot recommend Feeling Pretty Inc. highly enough!
Jordan A., 5 months ago
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Glam by Stefanie 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • Serves Essex, IL

My name is Stefanie Lynne Tyrrell and my passion is makeup. I have worked in the beauty industry for 10 years and there is nothing else that I would rather do. To me, changing someone's appearance is more than just changing the way they look, it is changing the way they feel. To be able to give someone more self-confidence is like giving someone a new outlook on life. I can absolutely say that I have one of the most rewarding jobs out there and that I love what I do!

Awarded Best of Zola
Stefanie did our makeup for my wedding! She was absolutely amazing! She always responded back to me pretty much right away (even if I sent her a message or inquiry at random hours of the day or on the weekend). She was professional but yet personable. You can tell that she truly loves what she does and her passion shows through her work! I don’t wear makeup very often so I loved that she was able to give me a more natural look but at the same time allowed me to shine and look beautiful on my wedding day! She has the best attitude and positive energy! She’s the person you want with you, laughing and singing along to your pre wedding playlist helping you get ready and look stunning on your big day! 100% recommend!
Kara Z., a year ago
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MADEYABLUSH Bridal 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Serves Essex, IL

For over a decade, I’ve been the Lead Bridal Stylist at MADEYABLUSH, styling more than 60 weddings each year throughout South Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana. With 15 years in the beauty industry, I’ve had the joy of creating romantic hairstyles and soft glam makeup looks that help brides feel calm, confident, and beautiful on one of the most important days of their lives. Every bride I work with becomes part of the MADEYABLUSH family—and that’s what makes this work so meaningful to me.

Jessica and the team at MadeYaBlush were a dream to work with for my wedding day. Jessica is so on top of communication - she answered any and all questions quickly and efficiently. I would 110% recommend MadeYaBlush to any couple. They have amazing work - from the trial to the day of, any notes or feedback I had she took positively and was amazing to work with. The hair and makeup lasted all day, and the team was so kind to everyone. Jessica made me feel so special and I'm grateful for the role they played in making our wedding day perfect.
Holly R., a year ago
Victoria’s Beauty Glam 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Team of 1
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Essex, IL

Victoria’s Beauty Glam™ specializes in Signature Bridal Concierge Beauty Experiences designed for brides who value calm, intention, and elevated beauty. My approach goes far beyond makeup application. Each experience is thoughtfully curated to enhance your natural features with wearable, camera-ready glam while providing a relaxing, luxury environment on one of the most meaningful days of your life. Each bride who books Victoria’s Beauty Glam™ becomes a Signature Bride™ — receiving intentional beauty, luxury care, and a calm, concierge experience from start to finish.

Victoria's Beauty Glam was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding day. From the very first interaction, Victoria was incredibly responsive, friendly, and positive. The quality of her work was truly exceptional - her team created a beautiful, professional, and personalized look for my bridal party and myself. Their warm energy and attentiveness during the getting ready process was so appreciated, and they were very responsive to any feedback we had. She also styled my hair as an add on and did such a great job. I highly recommend Victoria's Beauty Glam to any couple looking for a talented and dedicated beauty team to help make their special day perfect. As a dark skinned bride, it was really important to me to work with someone who could do makeup well on a variety of complexions and Victoria and her team fit the bill! Would recommend to any Chicago land bride.
Esther C., a year ago
Diva Me Bella LLC 
Rating: 4.7 (3 reviews)
  • Team of 30
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Essex, IL

Hi, I'm Danielle, I have been doing makeup for over 20 years! We are traveling, licensed and insured, professional makeup artists servicing Illinois and Indiana with prices starting at $80! Traveling Makeup Artists Specializing in Regular/Airbrushing, Bridal, and FX/Tattoo Coverage Makeup.

Diva Me Bella LLC was an absolute pleasure to work with for my wedding day beauty needs. From our first interaction, the communication with Danielle and KC was thorough, clear, and easy. They were extremely talented, knowledgeable, and flexible in helping my bridal party and I look our absolute best. Danielle and KC were the best team, ensuring my girls and I looked fabulous for my big day. I would highly recommend Diva Me Bella to any couple looking for top-notch hair and makeup services for their wedding.
Rebecca G., 7 months ago
Blushing Reflections 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Serves Essex, IL

My name is Kylee Ann Przysucha or better know as "KP". For the last 13 years, I have had the honor of doing work for so many amazing clients through repeat business or by past client recommendations. As a fully licensed Cosmetologist, I specialize in hair and Makeup for numerous events including Prom/ dances, girls night out, Bachelorette parties, weddings, date night, or just a weekend pampering. Having gone through many special events myself, I know how important it is to look just right. My passion truly lies in the overall satisfaction of each and every client, which is why I make house calls for your special event. My highest priority is exceeding all expectations and leaving all clients with results so stunningly beautiful that are sure to get you plenty of double takes!

Blushing Reflections was the perfect choice for our wedding beauty needs. Their communication throughout the planning process was amazing, and they were always great at responding to our questions and requests. The quality of their work was truly beautiful, with makeup and hair that was precise and perfect. They paid close attention to every detail, ensuring we looked and felt our absolute best on our special day. Blushing Reflections was also incredibly friendly and accommodating, making the whole experience a pleasure from start to finish. We couldn't have asked for a better beauty team to help us look and feel our most confident and beautiful.
Lina, 7 months ago
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Hairs 2 the Bride, LTD 
Rating: 5.0 (97 reviews)
  • Team of 21
  • Starts at $100
  • Serves Essex, IL

Hairs 2 the Bride, LTD, in Arlington Heights, Illinois, will bring the salon to you on your wedding day. They create beautiful hair and makeup styling, offer facials, and do manicures and pedicures for a complete experience. With multiple licensed stylists available, Hairs 2 the Bride will work with groups of up to 50+ people.

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My wedding was on Oct 2nd, 2025 and Hairs 2 the Bride absolutely killed it!! I absolutely loved having Eva, Lisa and Michelle for our stylists. They were so professional but also just so fun to have the morning of. The energy was amazing and the work that was done will never be forgotten. My girls loved each and every step and I have never felt more beautiful in my entire life. Thank you sooo much Hairs 2 the Bride for making this day so very special a one to remember for a life time!!
Sydney, 6 months ago
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Anomalie Beauty Agency 
Rating: 5.0 (44 reviews)
  • Team of 30
  • Starts at $280
  • Serves Essex, IL

We offer our services exclusively on site, offering a convenience unlike any other to our clients. Since the very beginning, our team has focused and specialized in Bridal Makeup & Hair Artistry. Thanks to our previous brides, we now collectively have over 1,000 Weddings under our belt! You can expect us to listen, ask questions, and provide you with our professional expertise to help customize a look that's just right for you. We want you to feel comfortable, beautiful, and confident! Because of our extensive team, full service planning & scheduling offered complimentary to our brides, we are able to accommodate large parties and groups.

Awarded Best of Zola
I had a great experience with anomalie from start to finish! They were very friendly, professional, and communicative. They made our wedding morning go so smoothly and everyone loved their hair and makeup!
Kaitlyn D., 3 months ago
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One Salon & Bridal Co. 
Rating: 5.0 (43 reviews)
  • Team of 30
  • Starts at $325
  • Serves Essex, IL

One Salon & Bridal Co. is a luxury on-location beauty team serving Chicago and the surrounding suburbs, specializing in soft, radiant bridal hair and makeup. We believe your wedding morning should feel calm, joyful, and deeply supported. Our experienced artists create timeless, camera-ready looks that enhance your natural beauty and reflect your unique style. From your trial to the final touch-up, we provide a seamless, stress-free experience so you can relax, feel confident, and fully savor every moment of your day.

Awarded Best of Zola
Ami and her team are absolutely amazing! We had the whole salon to ourselves, and were able to feel right at home. The entire team was phenomenal. All the ladies loved the hair and makeup and felt absolutely beautiful. The hair and makeup lasted all night even after all the dancing. I can’t say enough how wonderful the morning was with this team. I would 1000% recommend over and over!
Courtney W., a year ago
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Erin Smith Beauty Creations 
Rating: 4.8 (33 reviews)
  • Team of 35
  • Serves Essex, IL

We have years of experience creating wedding art for each bridal group on their special day on site. Our bridal services are considered a creative luxury and our rates are based on the day, time of year, location, our experience, products used, and the number of ladies in the party.

Awarded Best of Zola
Erin Smith Beauty Creations was an absolute dream to work with for my wedding day! From the very first interaction, their communication was prompt, considerate, and genuinely enthusiastic about making my vision come to life. The quality of their work was nothing short of perfection - their team of stylists, Erica, Mimi, and Leyli, demonstrated their masterful, adaptive skills by tailoring each look to enhance the individual features and natural beauty of myself, my bridesmaids, and even my young nieces. They were so efficient in getting us all camera-ready on time, and their collaborative approach put us all at ease. I have never been to a wedding where every woman was so pleased with her hair and makeup, with no one needing to "fix" anything afterwards. I cannot recommend Erin Smith Beauty Creations highly enough, and will be sending every future bride their way!
Lisa U., 8 months ago
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Beautyhood 
Rating: 5.0 (32 reviews)
  • Starts at $650
  • Serves Essex, IL

Meet Noemi, or Mimi as friends call her, a beauty lover whose passion started with playing around with Mary Kay samples on her little vanity as a kid, all thanks to her mom's fun spirit. ​ After graduating from Pivot Point in 2008, Mimi jumped headfirst into the beauty world. She's all about making eyes pop with lashes and glamming up brides with her magic touch. In 2019, she made her salon dream a reality with Beautyhood! ​ At Beautyhood, Mimi's all about creating a chill vibe while giving top-notch beauty treatments. Come join her for a journey where every client leaves feeling like the best version of themselves, one makeover at a time!

Awarded Best of Zola
Thank you so much to Noemi for making me feel like the most beautiful bride. Not only is she a skilled makeup artist, but she is friendly and beyond personable. She listened to everything i asked for and was so easy to work with. She kept up with all of my changes/wants and honestly made me look and feel better than i could have imagined. She did my makeup for my engagement shoot, trial, and wedding day. Each look was better than the last
Aminah B., 8 months ago
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Blush And Braids Beauty Bar 
Rating: 5.0 (28 reviews)
  • Team of 56
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Essex, IL

Our specialties are sultry and natural glam makeup, as well boho chic hair, and gorgeous sleek and elevated styles! We have experience with a range of skin and hair types and tones, as well as a wide range of products, including airbrush makeup and hair extensions. We provide in-studio and on-site beauty services in Chicago and surrounding suburbs, Wisconsin, Indiana, and Michigan. We also have a new location in Tacoma, WA, and have artists in the greater PNW area. We specialize in services for weddings and special events.

Awarded Best of Zola
I could not recommend Blush and Braids more highly! They were on time, very kind to work with, and did INCREDIBLE work with my bridal services and for all my bridesmaids. My curls and extensions lasted all night throughout dancing and warm temps, and I got tons of compliments on my makeup even through the afterparty. I highly recommend them!
Rachel S., 2 years ago
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The Pretty Committee 
Rating: 4.8 (26 reviews)
  • Starts at $1,250
  • Serves Essex, IL

Our Wedding hair and makeup Glam Squad is a carefully cultivated crew of the best stylists in Michigan. We all have several years of experience in the wedding industry and are devoted to bringing you confidence on your wedding day with your perfect style of hair and makeup.

Awarded Best of Zola
Rachel from the Pretty Committee was a delight to work with for my wedding. When I reached out, they were incredibly helpful, kind, and adaptive in understanding our unique needs. She provided exceptional service, creating beautiful and thoughtful looks that made me feel confident and radiant on my special day. She went above and beyond, even driving far to come to our venue, to ensure we looked and felt our very best. Im so grateful for her contribution!
Hailey, 2 years ago
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Melanie's Makeup Artistry 
Rating: 5.0 (24 reviews)
  • Serves Essex, IL

Certified makeup artist Melanie Penera’s love for makeup started young when she was introduced to stage makeup at the Visual Performing Art academy located in the suburbs of Chicago. Her love of makeup soon grew into a passion that helped push her through schooling at The New Age Spa Institute to successfully earning her graduate certifications in makeup artistry, eyelash extensions and airbrush tanning. If you’re looking for someone who wants to make your big day as beautiful as you imagine then look no further, Melanie will show you how her passion for makeup with transform you into the bride you want to be.

Awarded Best of Zola
I had the BEST experience with Melanie! Not only did she do my makeup, but she also completed makeup for 8 other people—and somehow still finished early while doing a truly stellar job on everyone. She was incredibly sweet, quick, and efficient, while still paying close attention to what I wanted. She really listened and tailored everything to my needs, which made me feel so comfortable and confident. The final look was flawless and lasted perfectly. I felt amazing, and everyone looked incredible. She even helped calm my nerves. Would 100% book again! I couldn’t recommend her more!
Ayah M., 2 months ago
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Bella Bridal Artistry, LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (20 reviews)
  • Team of 10
  • Starts at $600
  • Serves Essex, IL

Bella Bridal Artistry is a premier on-location bridal beauty company servicing Asheville, Chicago and our up and coming new location in sunny Arizona! Each artist enjoys the intimate experience of brides on the most exciting day in their life. We bring the expert skill, professionalism and reliability you need when choosing a beauty team for your special day. Bella Bridal Artistry strives to provide a stress free, memorable experience to ensure you can truly enjoy the last few hours before your wedding day begins!

Awarded Best of Zola
I cannot recommend Ms. Melissa and her company enough! They made me feel and look like the absolute best version of myself. The makeup was flawless, lasted all night, and looked stunning both in person and in photos. My hair was exactly what I envisioned — elegant and perfectly styled. They were not only incredibly talented, but also on time, professional, and such a joy to be around on such an emotional day. They worked seamlessly with my mother and mother-in-law as well, making everyone look and feel beautiful. I got so many compliments!
Jana (Owens) W., a year ago
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CampBride 
Rating: 4.9 (19 reviews)
  • Team of 25
  • Serves Essex, IL

CampBride, an onsite hair and makeup agency, provides highly skilled artists for luxury weddings. Kasha Bonnell, founder and owner, has over 30 years experience of hair and makeup artistry in advertising, celebrity, and fashion industries. CampBride utilizes fashion industry artists for high-end wedding parties across the Midwest.

Awarded Best of Zola
CampBride was an absolute dream to work with for my wedding makeup. From the moment I reached out, Kasha was thoughtful, caring, and incredibly talented. She listened intently to exactly what I wanted for my look and delivered stunning and beautiful results. I am somewhat picky when it comes to my makeup, but Kasha nailed it - I couldn't imagine my wedding day makeup looking any other way. I highly recommend CampBride to any bride-to-be looking for a true professional who will make you feel and look your absolute best on your big day.
Taylor B., a year ago
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Joyful Brides 
Rating: 5.0 (16 reviews)
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Essex, IL

With over 20 years in the beauty industry I am blessed to still love what I do! I am versatile in executing pretty much any hairstyle that is shown to me. I have great attention to detail, patience, and a very calming demeanor that brides love to have on their big day. My fabulous team of artists are all experienced and established in the bridal industry. We are LGBTQ Friendly and keep up with the latest trends! Upon booking you will be provided a custom timeline for the day of your wedding so you don’t have to stress about a thing! We hope you can become one of our next “Joyful Brides”!

Awarded Best of Zola
My wife and I hired Kimberly for our wedding day, and we were so happy with the way it turned out! Within the first message with her we knew we liked her, she is personable, punctual, and funny. We enjoyed every conversation we had with her and even felt like we had made a new friend from her! We had a vague idea of the hair styles we wanted for the wedding and sent her 2 pictures and she immediately had a vision for us. We did a trial with her and absolutely loved what she came up with! On our wedding day we loved our hair even more than the first time! Both of our hair had tremendous hold and never gave out all night! Kimberly is a joy to talk to and get to know and you’d be lucky to work with her!!
Darcy A., a year ago