The Best Wedding Hair & Makeup Artists in Santa Cruz, CA

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143 Wedding Beauty Professionals in Santa Cruz, CA

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Beauty On Location Studio 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Team of 13
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA

Beauty on Location Studio, based in San Francisco, CA and Denver, CO, is an award-winning mobile hair and makeup studio specializing in on-location services for weddings, events, TV, and corporate photoshoots. Our licensed professionals use top-quality products and offer hair and makeup trials, traditional or airbrush makeup, false lashes, clip-in extensions, and touch-ups. With a large, experienced team, we can travel anywhere to provide on-site services that help you look and feel stunning while enjoying a calm, stress-free experience.

I had the best experience with the California team! From start to finish, they took such great care of me and my bridal party. Everyone felt comfortable, listened to and totally pampered. We all left feeling beautiful, confident and so well taken care of, it was the perfect start to such a special day!
Haley C., 9 months ago
Amanda Jenelle Makeup and Hair 
Rating: 5.0 (15 reviews)
  • Starts at $350
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA
  • Offer

I've been a HMUA for a little over 14 years, worked in the big city (LA) and now back in my hometown raising our 2 littles doing what I love most! I've worked all over the industry! I'm a licensed esthetician and really have found my happy place here with all my beautiful brides! I still love working on sets, all sorts of events but there's just something about being there for someone on their big day that never gets old. I've been a bride myself and can attest to the overwhelming mix of emotions that come with planning such an important day. SO I'm here to ease a bit of that for you as your day of artist! xoxo Amanda

Awarded Best of Zola
Amanda and her team (Laura) made my wedding day and whole experience beyond special. She is one of the sweetest people I’ve ever met and was such a calming presence on a day where nerves were high. For both my trial and day-of, she pulled off exactly that I described and I have never felt more beautiful in my life. She absolutely killed it for me and all of my bridesmaids and our makeup was still looking fabulous until 2 AM. I highly recommend trusting Amanda with your wedding day hair and makeup.
Macie W., a year ago
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Bridal Hair by Kelsey 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • Team of 1
  • Starts at $250
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA

Welcome. Bridal Hair by Kelsey is a wedding hair styling service based in Monterey, tailored to you. With 9 years of experience, Kelsey is able to give you the elegant, modern, or trendy style you are looking for. Kelsey’s goal is to make every client feel their best and enhance their own natural beauty. If you’re not sure what you want, Kelsey will help you create a custom look that fits your style, personality, and wedding theme. With confidence book Kelsey today, and feel your absolute best on your special day.

Kelsey was such an amazing artist to work with! From the trial, to wedding day, she listened to what I wanted to create and superseded my expectations. I LOVED my hair. It held up all night and looked perfect!
Traci B., 2 years ago
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Polished Looks - Zayra Martinez 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Team of 4
  • Starts at $800
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA

With over 7 years of experience in bridal artistry, Zayra specializes in creating timeless, radiant looks that enhance your natural beauty as well as elevated and polished looks that makes you uniquely you. My approach lies in understanding each client/bride’s unique vision.

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From the moment Zayra arrived, she was incredibly sweet, calming, and so in tune with every detail of what I had envisioned for my look. I was definitely feeling some nerves that morning, especially since our wedding was an intimate elopement and it was just the two of us, but she created such a peaceful, supportive energy that made it easy for me to relax and really enjoy the moment. She took such thoughtful care with every step, checking in, listening closely, and adjusting anything until it felt just right. The final result was everything I had hoped for: timeless, effortless, and totally me. I’m so grateful to have had her by my side on such a special day.
Sydney, a year ago
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MUAH makeup and hair 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Starts at $350
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA

Welcome. Bianca and Katie are a freelance hair and makeup team specializing in weddings and special events. They have been friends for several years and business partners for 12 years. They offer classic and creative hair and makeup looks and the most affordable rates on the Central Coast. They continue their hair and makeup education to bring you the very best and latest beauty trends!

Katie and Bianca were an absolute dream to work with!! Your hair and makeup team truly set the tone for your wedding day, and you cannot choose better than these two gorgeous woman. Everyone felt so beautiful with their hair and makeup, and even though I had changed nearly everything from my trial, they were able to accommodate my requests day of the wedding! I am so happy I chose Katie and Bianca, they made the whole experience so easy and fun, and they are the absolute sweetest to work with. I have never felt more beautiful!!
Emily C., a year ago
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Spa Bella On Location Bridal Beauty Services 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Team of 8
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA

Spa Bella proudly offers an array of on location bridal beauty services to ease the stress on your once in a lifetime, memorable day. Choose from wedding makeup, bridal hair styles such as beach waves, braids, and updos. Whether you're local or this is your dream destination wedding, we'll be there to help you feel beautiful for your special day Servicing the Monterey, Carmel, Big Sur, and Santa Cruz area, Spa Bella conveniently offers on location bridal hairstyling, wedding makeup artistry, and relaxing massages in the comfort of your home, venue or hotel.

I absolutely loved working with Sps Bella! I asked for the exact opposite of what is trending, I wanted big wing, colors, matte, and gothic Viking for my hair. They were able to make my vision real! Also, they were able to use only vegan products which was important to me.
Aly D., 10 months ago
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Esm Beauty 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Starts at $750
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA

My name is Evelin, and I am a licensed cosmetologist who has specialized in professional bridal hairstyling since 2012. I create romantic, polished designs—from soft, modern glam waves to intricately braided updos adorned. Every look is crafted with intention, blending sophistication, and a touch of timeless romance. My approach is deeply personal; I work closely with each bride to design a style that enhances her natural beauty, complements her gown, and lasts from the first look to the final dance. My heart is in making every bride feel beautiful as a whole, not just in the hair, but in the way she carries her entire moment.

Evelin and her team got me through my special, yet chaotic, wedding. They were super efficient, fast, and super detailed. Evelin made me feel like a movie star, executing the vision I had not only for my hair and makeup, but also for my bridesmaids. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for an experienced hair and makeup artist for their wedding. You won't regret it! She takes great pride in what she does and ensures you won't be dissatisfied. A
Noemi F., 4 months ago
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Makeup by Santana 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Starts at $200
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA

Makeup artistry is a passion for me. I love being a part of such a special day! With years of experience, I love working with my clients to create their desired look that will leave them feeling beautiful and confident. I am an on location MUA which means I go to you! I believe all brides should feel pampered and worry free on their big day!

I felt the most beautiful I have ever felt on my wedding day! Santana worked with me to achieve a look that was glamorous enough for a wedding, but also felt natural and true to my style. She found a lip color that I wanted to use for every special occasion afterward and my makeup lasted through the events and dinner without any issues.
Aleen, a year ago
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Rich Beauty Studio 
Rating: 5.0 (119 reviews)
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  • Team of 4
  • Starts at $225
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA

Hi , I am Katya —International Award-Winning Makeup Artist makeup and hair artist, founder of a beauty team with a private studio in San Francisco. If you’re looking for sophisticated, timeless beauty without heavy or cakey finishes, you’re in the right place. My team is renowned for impeccable quality and exceptional punctuality. Congratulations on your upcoming wedding! Our rates: • Bridal Hair and Makeup (including trial) – $680 • Guest Hair or Makeup – $200 per service • Travel fee depends on your location Please feel free to reach out to schedule a complimentary consultation — I look forward to bringing your bridal vision to life.

Awarded Best of Zola
I want to sincerely thank Katya and her team for the amazing work they did on my wedding day! The hair and makeup for me and my bridesmaids were absolutely beautiful: elegant, polished, and long-lasting. Our makeup stayed perfect all evening, and we didn’t even need the touch-up kits we were given. I truly appreciated their professionalism and attention to hygiene: clean brushes, sanitized hands and surfaces after each client, which made us feel completely comfortable. They also listened carefully to all our requests, and each of us felt special and heard. Even more importantly, everything was finished ahead of schedule, which meant no stress and no rushing on such an important day. Thank you for the beautiful start to my wedding day!
Mina K., 7 months ago
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Beauty by Hazel Skye and Co 
Rating: 5.0 (97 reviews)
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  • Team of 6
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA
  • Offer

I’m Hazel Skye, a certified Pro Makeup Artist trained at Makeup Forever Academy New York. Based in Knoxville, TN and the San Francisco Bay Area, I serve brides across Coastal California, Wine Country, and the Smoky Mountains, with a network of seasoned artists who work alongside me. I specialize in timeless, radiant bridal beauty — from soft and natural to bold and sculpted — with expertise in color correction, flawless skin, and tattoo cover. My passion is creating a calm, joyful getting-ready experience that leaves every bride feeling confident and unforgettable.

Awarded Best of Zola
My experience with Hazel was absolutely amazing! She did an excellent job on my hair. I was given so many compliments about my hair. Hazel and her team was very professional and we didn’t have any awkward moments that sometimes you have while getting your hair and makeup done. They were on time and they actually had to wait on me and the bridal party. If I could do it all over again, I absolutely would!
Alexis, 2 years ago
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Melissa Oliveira Artistry 
Rating: 4.9 (68 reviews)
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  • Starts at $125
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA

Melissa Oliveira Artistry is a wedding and beauty business located in the Bay Area, CA. Owner, Melissa Oliveira is a professional makeup artist that specializes in Bridal, photoshoots, special occasion & complexion perfection. She has the ability to enhance the natural beauty of her clients no matter their gender, ethnicity, or character portrayal. With more than 22 years of luxury cosmetics and artistry background experience, you can ensure a personal, attentive, and fun service experience!

Awarded Best of Zola
Melissa is amazing and her skills really shined through. She made us look beautiful and the make up lasted the entire night.
Larissa b., 2 years ago
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MakeOver Mantra 
Rating: 4.8 (47 reviews)
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  • Starts at $200
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA

I am a freelance hair and makeup artist. Active in the beauty industry from almost 14 years. Worked as a MUA in Indian films and music videos and also provided services for the brides and other for other wedding and party ocassions. I am passionate about makeup and love creating natural yet trendy looks for my clients. I am based in Hayward but I do provide mobile services all across CA.

I called Meena to do my bridal makeup & bridesmaids makeup in January. Loved the way she coordinated everything between my makeup and other girls. Her kit and brushes were all clean. My makeup stayed till evening. Literally got so many compliments. She actually made my day. Gave her contact to other relatives as well. She is the best ever decision I made to hire. And that too she is not that much expensive. The best service in the budget.
Meeka, 2 years ago
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MakeYourselfUp 
Rating: 5.0 (31 reviews)
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  • Team of 5
  • Starts at $700
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA

Professional Hair and Makeup Services for Bridal, Beauty, Editorial, Fashion, Photoshoots, Ads, Television and Media and Special Occasions. Since I began my career in makeup artistry, I have honed my skills and knowledge to provide the best possible services to my clients. As a veteran makeup artist, I take the time to understand each client's needs and preferences, providing individualized makeup recommendations that cater to their unique features and styles. Whether it's for editorial shoots, bridal looks, or avant-garde creations, I draw from a rich tapestry of global inspirations to craft makeup designs that resonate on a personal level.

Awarded Best of Zola
I truly never felt more beautiful than I did on my wedding day, thanks to Annaliza. From the moment I discovered her profile and had my trial, I knew I was in the best hands. She is incredibly talented, professional, and attentive to every detail. She really listened to what I wanted and created a look that felt natural, elegant, and perfectly suited for me. She and her team also did hair and makeup for my bridesmaids and Maid of Honor, and everyone looked absolutely stunning! Each of us had a look that matched our personal style while perfectly fitting the summer garden theme of my wedding. She made the entire experience calm, enjoyable, and stress-free. I’m so grateful I found her and would highly recommend Annaliza to any bride who wants to feel confident and radiant on her special day. Thank you so much, Annaliza, and to the MakeYourselfUp team!
Sophie A., 7 months ago
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The Pretty Committee 
Rating: 4.8 (29 reviews)
  • Starts at $1,250
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA

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
Alexis was absolutely amazing!! She was our hair and makeup artist for my wedding this Saturday and when I say she KILLED it!! Aside from her AMAZING hair and makeup skills… We had a few bumps in the road so my mom and I weren’t able to make it to the venue until after my scheduled time for both hair and makeup. As you can imagine, I was definitely panicking about our ceremony starting in less than two hours from the time of my arrival. When I finally made it, I felt SO much better as I realized that Alexis made sure that all of my bridesmaids were on track as far as hair and makeup while I was gone. She completed my hair and makeup beautifully with time to spare for my mom’s hair and makeup. She even managed to squeeze in another makeup service for one of my guests. I will definitely be recommending her to anyone that I know who may be needing a hair or makeup service. She is absolutely amazing at what she does and she is so SO sweet!! I could not thank her enough for everything she helped with the morning of our wedding
Mckayla H., 2 years ago
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Nataly Lopez Artistry 
Rating: 4.8 (29 reviews)
  • Team of 4
  • Starts at $250
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA

Welcome, and congratulations on your engagement! I’m Natalie Lopez, a hair and makeup artist with over 10 years of experience. Over the years, I’ve refined my craft, but what hasn’t changed is the joy and excitement I feel for every wedding and special event. I’m deeply passionate about my work, and my mission is to help each client not only look beautiful but also feel radiant and confident by enhancing their natural beauty. I love celebrating love in all its forms, and every client receives my full, undivided attention to ensure their experience feels as special as their day!

Awarded Best of Zola
Nataly was incredible to work with! She was helpful and skilled and easy to chat with! She turned my vague ideas into an absolute dream! All of my crew looked gorgeous, and she even helped me manage a tricky “mom wants to be matchy matchy with the bride” dilemma with poise. Her partner Lupita really took her time to make us all feel comfortable with the level of makeup and glam, and made us all feel gorgeous! Highly HIGHLY recommend!
Andrea A., 2 years ago
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City Lights Hair and Makeup 
Rating: 5.0 (27 reviews)
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  • Team of 30
  • Starts at $700
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA

City Lights stands apart by delivering award-winning, production-level bridal artistry with the calm, seamless energy Florida brides crave. Our vetted team is trained for real heat, real timelines, and real emotion — creating custom, camera-ready looks that last from coastal humidity to sunset portraits. No rushing, no chaos. Just elevated, iconic beauty supported by a concierge experience Tv producers and brides alike, trust.

Awarded Best of Zola
I have worked with City Lights Beauty Agency and Paula for several years now and they are the best. I have never been disappointed in my hair and makeup when they are finished. They listen to exactly what I want each time and they adjust to each of my events and attire and give me the look that best fits it. They ask in advance for inspo picture and my attire for the event so they can come prepared the day of. They always take their time and explain what they are doing and aak if it is acceptable to me or if I want any changes. I am always blown away by the final results.
Shawn N., 9 months ago
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Hair By Days 
Rating: 5.0 (21 reviews)
  • Starts at $350
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA

Love is in the hair. The genuine smiles I see when taking a first glance in the mirror is music to my heart. I am a freelance artist born and raised in the Bay Area. Enjoy meeting and gaining new people in my circle of hair.

Awarded Best of Zola
I cannot recommend enough! She did the hair for me (the bride) and all of my bridesmaids, and every single one of us looked absolutely stunning. She truly brought everyone’s vision to life with such ease and talent. Not only is she incredibly skilled, but she was also punctual, professional, and such a calming presence on a busy wedding morning. She made us all feel beautiful and confident, and her positive energy set the tone for the entire day. Thank you for being such an important part of our wedding — you were amazing!
Ashley G., a year ago
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Mobile Beauty Society 
Rating: 5.0 (17 reviews)
  • Team of 50
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA

The Mobile Beauty Society team has been achieving brides dream looks for 12 years through our expert team of makeup artists, hairstylists, and spray tan artists. We specializes in looks such as natural glam for those wanting a more elevated version of themselves and full glam for those who want to bring on the glitz and glamour. Our team not only delivers exceptional high caliper beauty services right to your door, but makes the entire beauty process stress free. Through out your time as MBS Bride, we will ensure your getting ready process is coordinated and that you feel like the best version of yourself when walking down the aisle.

Awarded Best of Zola
I’ve worked with Mobile Beauty Services LLC twice now, and both times were amazing! Their communication was always quick, super friendly, and they were happy to answer any questions I had. The hair and makeup they did on our models were absolutely gorgeous. They collaborated well on the vision and provided the looks I was hoping for! I’d definitely recommend Mobile Beauty Services to any couple looking for HMUAs!
Megan Dix P., 2 years ago
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Beauty Goes Everywhere 
Rating: 5.0 (16 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Team of 1
  • Starts at $175
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA

With over 18 years of experience, I specialize in refined, timeless makeup that enhances your natural beauty while still feeling like you. Inspired by vintage icons and cinematic muses, my approach blends artistry with licensed esthetician expertise to create polished, radiant results that photograph beautifully and wear effortlessly. Now based on California’s Central Coast, I’m honored to help my brides feel confident, cared for, and truly their best on one of the most meaningful days of their lives.

Beauty Goes Everywhere was an absolute pleasure to work with for my wedding. They communicated well throughout the entire process, making sure all of my questions were answered promptly. Their team of professionals did a fantastic job on everyone's makeup, making us all look and feel beautiful. Adelita in particular made me look and feel my absolute best, and all of the bridesmaids were thrilled with their looks as well. I would highly recommend Beauty Goes Everywhere for your next wedding - they helped make our special day that much more memorable!
Lena K., 2 years ago
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Adrianne Artistry 
Rating: 5.0 (16 reviews)
  • Team of 1
  • Starts at $125
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA

For over a decade, I’ve been a trusted bridal and special occasion makeup artist serving the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond. I specialize in natural, timeless, and elevated makeup that enhances your features without feeling heavy or overdone. As an on-location artist, I travel to you and bring everything needed to create a calm, seamless getting-ready experience. I work with clients of all ages, skin types, and comfort levels with makeup, using high-quality, professional products that photograph beautifully and wear comfortably throughout the day. My goal is for you to feel confident, radiant and completely yourself on your wedding day!

Awarded Best of Zola
As someone with a darker skin tone, it's often difficult to find MUAs who are experienced with my complexion. Adrianne did an amazing job matching both mine, my husband's and my wedding party's skin tones. She was incredibly accommodating with all my requests and delivered a flawless look.
Niru R., a year ago
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JHM Beauty 
Rating: 4.4 (14 reviews)
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA

Your wedding day deserves effortless beauty and a calm, elevated experience. With over eight years in the industry and 60+ weddings each year, I specialize in timeless soft glam that enhances your natural features and photographs beautifully. Every look is customized so you feel confident, radiant, and completely yourself. Traveling throughout California, I provide a luxury, on-location experience designed to be seamless and stress-free. From start to finish, I create a polished, relaxed atmosphere—and with my trusted team, I can accommodate bridal parties of any size while maintaining a personalized touch.

Awarded Best of Zola
Julie was absolutely amazing! She helped glam me, my bridesmaids, and my moms. Everyone looked so beautiful and Julie listened to what the ladies wanted. Would recommend Julie!
Jenny Z., 2 years ago
Tiffany Purdy | Bridal Makeup + Hair Artist 
Rating: 4.9 (12 reviews)
  • Starts at $750
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA

Hi, I’m Tiffany a SF Bay Area Bridal Makeup & Hair Artist creating elevated, modern beauty for brides who want to feel effortlessly stunning on their wedding day. My approach is all about enhancing your natural beauty so you still feel like yourself, just the most confident version. From soft glam to timeless bridal styling, every look is curated to feel polished, authentic, and camera-ready. Creating a calm, personalized, and fully supportive experience for my brides is incredibly important to me from start to finish.

Awarded Best of Zola
Tiffany was an absolute pleasure to work with on my wedding day! From the very beginning, her communication was on point, she took the time to understand my vision and preferences, and worked with me every step of the way to ensure I feel my absolute best! She has an amazing craft with makeup and truly tailored the look to my needs as a bride. She was with me the whole time to provide touch-ups during our first look and before the ceremony, to make sure I still look beautiful. Tiffany's work is top-notch and the value she provides is unbeatable. I highly recommend her services to any couple/bride/bridesmaids looking for a professional, talented hair and makeup artist for their wedding day!
Alyssa Barlaan P., a year ago
Gabismbeauty 
Rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Team of 1
  • Starts at $400
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA

Hello ! I'm Gabriela Spode Machado, a Brazilian makeup artist and hairstylist specializing in casual, photoshoot, and bridal makeup. I've been living in the San Francisco Bay Area for the last 7 years, and I'm thrilled to bring my services directly to you. My passion for makeup blossomed when I was young, spending countless hours practicing on friends and family. This early dedication evolved into a lifelong commitment to understanding and mastering the art of beauty. What I love most about makeup and hair is the power it has to enhance natural beauty, helping women feel more confident and beautiful in their own skin.

I had such a great experience with Gabriela! She’s not only highly professional but also warm, attentive, and truly focused on details. She arrived on time, completely prepared, and made me feel relaxed and comfortable from start to finish. The fact that I could have everything done at home made things so much easier, and the results were fantastic. She really took the time to understand what I wanted and gave helpful recommendations to make sure I was happy with the outcome. I’ll definitely be booking with Gabriela again and can confidently recommend her to anyone looking for high-quality service.
Bruna, a year ago
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Makeup by Leahness 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • Starts at $599
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA

Hi, and thank you for stopping by! I specialize in creating soft, glowy bridal makeup that highlights your natural beauty and gives you an elegant, radiant look for your special day. My goal is to ensure you feel confident, timeless, and truly yourself as you walk down the aisle. For hairstyling, I focus exclusively on Hollywood waves and soft curls—classic, effortless styles that perfectly complement your bridal vision. Every detail matters to me, and I take pride in making your experience as warm and joyful as it is beautiful. It would be such an honor to be part of your big day. Instagram: xo_blushingbeauty_xo

I hired Leahness for my wedding immediately after meeting her at a Photo Shoot I did for my soon to be husband. I have never felt so beautiful! I had done a couple of bridal trials with other artists and I didn't look like myself and felt horrible. She made me look glowing, beautiful and confident on my Wedding Day. Her easy personality was so fun and make the morning stress free. I recommend her to all of my Brides (I am also a Wedding Planner) that want to look radiant on their Big day. I can't say enough good things about her!!!
Janelle G., 2 years ago
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LA Native Beauty 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Team of 4
  • Starts at $750
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA

Hi! We are Veronica and Dominque, makeup artist and hairstylist at LA Native Beauty. We are a bridal beauty team based in Southern California + Lake Tahoe. With our expertise in Bridal and red carpet styling, we are known for creating looks that are elevated + effortless. Fresh skin, clean and luxury products, and hairstyles that last all night are all things you can expect from LA Native Beauty. Collaborating for more than 10 years, we work together seamlessly and create a relaxing vibe so that you can fully enjoy your day.

Awarded Best of Zola
Dominique is genuinely the best wedding hair stylist I’ve ever had. She was game to do something different and I got compliments literally all night.
Josie, a year ago
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Raven Reed | Makeup + Hair 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Team of 6
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA

Raven Reed | Makeup & Hair is a San Francisco–based luxury bridal styling company serving Napa Valley, Carmel, and destinations worldwide. Led by founder Raven Reed, our team is known for refined, skin-forward artistry that photographs flawlessly and feels effortless in real life. Every experience is calm, intentional, and tailored to the woman in the chair—elevating her natural beauty rather than masking it. Whether preparing for an intimate elopement or a multi-day celebration, Raven and her artists bring an editorial eye and a deep respect for the moment, creating looks that are modern, timeless, and unmistakably you.

For those of you planning a wedding, or any event for that matter, there are countless difficult decisions that need to be made. And, a lot of the times you worry about whether you’ll make the right choice. Well with Raven, it was one of the easiest choices that I made during my wedding planning. Raven was an absolute pleasure to work with. She was professional, communicative, helpful, and a complete sweetheart! I had her booked to just do the makeup for me and one of my bridesmaids. So I truly appreciated the fact that she made time to do my mother-in-law’s makeup last minute as well, and she was extremely gracious about it. Trust me when I say this: you will not regret choosing Raven for your makeup/beauty needs.
Leni, 6 years ago
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Kim Baker Beauty 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Team of 5
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA

Kim Baker Beauty is all about helping people feel like their best self, inside and out. This is so much more than makeup. We don't take it lightly that we are the first people you are with on your wedding day. How we make you feel is our top priority.

Awarded Best of Zola
If I could give Kim Baker Beauty more than 5 stars, I would!! My wife and I got married in Saratoga, California a couple of weeks ago and we couldn't have been more thrilled with Kim, Lupe, and Steven. We got hair and makeup for ourselves and our bridesmaids, junior bridesmaids, and even a little kid makeup for our flower girls. Our priorities were to feel present on our wedding day and to feel like ourselves, just a little more polished. We don't wear makeup on a day to day basis, and so we didn't want fake lashes or extensions. Kim worked with us to help us achieve our vision for our hair and makeup and encouraged us to give her extensive notes about what we didn't like at our preview (SO hard to do as a people pleaser, but Kim created a safe space where we were able to do so). My wife Ali thought she wanted a glowy look, but ended up going completely non-glowy on wedding day and LOVED it. She struggles to have her hair hold a curl for more than an hour, and Kim did such a good job her hair was still wavy the morning after the wedding after sleeping on it all night! I found out at our preview how particular I am about having my makeup done, and Kim let me do my eyeliner and eyebrows myself on our wedding day. It was the perfect balance of feeling pampered by Kim but still feeling in control of the things I am very picky about! Both of us have very sensitive scalps, and Kim made sure each and every pin felt comfortable and wasn't pinching. It made a HUGE difference in our stamina throughout our long crazy wedding to not have the added sensory nightmare of pins buried in our heads. Full disclosure, Kim is a dear friend of mine. But she and her team also hit it off with the rest of our bridal party! They're in selfies taken while getting ready, and they even got our shy junior bridesmaids chatting and laughing. We are so grateful for how they made our wedding morning feel organized, calm, and fun! If you're not sure whether to book Kim Baker Beauty, take it from me - there's none better.
Jenni C., 3 years ago
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Veil Agency 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
  • Team of 12
  • Starts at $975
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA

Founded by internationally published makeup artist Taylor Latham, Veil Agency was created to bring a luxury, editorial standard of beauty to the bridal world. With over 15 years of experience in the makeup industry in Los Angeles, Taylor is passionate about ensuring every bride feels radiant, confident, and timeless on her wedding day. At Veil Agency, we pair flawless artistry with an elevated getting-ready experience, so you can fully enjoy the moments leading up to "I do".

Awarded Best of Zola
I had four (yes, four!) bridal makeup trials and I’m so grateful to have found Taylor! I was looking for a natural makeup look but it seemed impossible to find. The other trials left me with cakey foundation that actually made my skin texture look worse than it normally does without makeup. Taylor suggested that I look up celebrity reference photos as opposed to your typical bridal Pinterest pics. This was a game changer — great advice! Taylor paid close attention to my skin tone, skin type, and bone structure to help accentuate my features. She was so kind, professional, on time, and made the experience so effortless for my bridal party and I. I felt so beautiful thanks to Taylor. I wish I could have her do my makeup every day!
Naseem, 9 months ago
April May Hair - Bridal Hairstyling Specialist 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA

I'm new to Zola, but not to Bridal Hair! With 17 years dedicated to crafting beautiful hair, and 8 of those in Bridal styling. My experience aids to specializing in varying styles - from vintage, to boho, to a modern esthetic. Recently, my partner and I made the exciting move to Portland from San Francisco. I can’t wait to discover all the stunning wedding venues the PNW has to offer! When I'm not doing hair, you can find me trying a new coffee shop, making kombucha, or hiking with my husband and our dog, Livia. I look forward to the opportunity to work with you!

Awarded Best of Zola
Booking with April was by far one of the best decisions I made for my big day! She took the vision I had for my hair and exceeded all expectations. I've never felt prettier! All of my bridesmaids and my mom were also super happy with their hair. April has such a calming and fun energy that did not go unnoticed! BOOK WITH HER! 3
Rebecca, 10 months ago