Question 1

When should I book for my makeup?

Accepted Answer

I advise booking 2 months before for occasion makeup as this is when my in studio diary and booking system opens, but register your interest as soon as possible for the date using my online booking system and adding your details to the waitlist for your desired date.

For bridal bookings I advise booking your wedding makeup as early as you can! Some brides will even choose their date depending on my availability.

My 2026 diary is almost full, my 2027 diary is now open for wedding makeup and many key dates have already been secured.

Question 2

Will my makeup last if I have it done early?

Accepted Answer

Yes! I tailor my makeup to suit your skin type and to make sure it lasts as long as possible. Some of my clients have even made their makeup last 2 days! For bridal I offer touch ups and packages with touch ups included if this is something you have concerns about! I will always reccomend the best products to touch up throughout the day if I feel you may need to.

Question 3

If I have a large bridal party that need to be ready fairly early will you be able to do us all?

Accepted Answer

Yes! I have a support artists that I work with on a regular basis, who have been trained by me. They can do the bridal party I won't have time to do, as I focus on the bride and a few other key members of your party.  This saves you from having to source and pay for two separate makeup artists to complete your bridal party and ensures that everyone looks and feels their best.

This is an additional £125 and can be added to your booking when I can not complete everyone myself, minimum numbers may be needed to book one to your package. Generally this is required when there are more than 6/7 people total.

Question 4

Do you travel?

Accepted Answer

I usually work in my studio in Hemel Hempstead however, I am mobile Tuesday-Thursday for makeup bookings for an additional travel fee.  I can also do mobile on weekends, but I do require a minimum of the bride and 3 others to travel Friday-Sundays due to demand.

I also offer destination wedding makeup, for any destination weddings my base package includes the bride and up to 4 others for more information on this please visit my destination weddings page.
 
Please get in touch for a mobile occasion makeup quote.

Question 5

Are you qualified or self taught?

Accepted Answer

I am fully qualified and have a Level 3 Diploma in Makeup Artistry. I have also undergone training with the very best in the makeup industry like Mario Dedivanovic, Melly Sophia, Alisha Heap, Laura Carroll, Kristina Gasperas and many more!

Question 6

Do you offer lessons?

Accepted Answer

Yes! I offer 1:1 lessons for makeup artists of all skill levels, team training for makeup teams and also for people looking to perfect their own makeup and product recommendations for their personal makeup bag.

Question 7

Why is bridal a different price to an occassion makeup?

Accepted Answer

There are so many reasons why bridal makeup is more expensive and also why different artist charge different rates. My prices reflect my luxury kit, extensive experience and the service I offer all of my brides as well as the demand for my services, I commit my entire day to my brides and turn all other bookings away sometimes over 2 years in advance.

Please read my recently updated blog post on this topic!

Question 8

How do I book my wedding?

Accepted Answer

Fill out the bridal enquiries form on my contact section on my website, I will then send over a quote for your wedding if I am available. Once you have chosen your package you can then sign your contract and pay the retainer to secure the date - this is 50% as I only take 1 wedding per day so I will turn any other enquiries away once your date is secured.

If you want to book a trial before securing your date please do so as soon as possible as I am unable to hold the date without the retainer.

Question 9

How do I book for occasion makeup/lessons?

Accepted Answer

Visit my online booking system for in studio bookings, this opens 2 months in advance so if your desired date is not showing as available please feel free to register for my waitlist and once my diary opens I can get in touch, or if I am not available I can send you any of my team members details who are available for your date to book. If you require mobile makeup please enquire using my contact page.

Question 10

Do you do hairstyling too?

Accepted Answer

I can do basic hairstyling like curls, I only do this in studio when I have time between my bookings. For weddings I can recommend a few fantastic hairdressers and will send these in your quote. For in studio bookings please enquire for hair via my teams various contact options - find these here.

Ethereal Bridal MAKEUP specialist
HERTFORDSHIRE, UK & destination

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