+ How did you get started in makeup?

When I was in high school I did some modeling and there were girls at the shoots who did makeup. I found it so fascinating! When I started playing around with makeup I got more and more people asking me to do theirs. I began to offering makeup services during college as a side business. Once I began working in my field after graduating from OSU with my bachelor's, I realized that I wasn't fully happy working in an office and I chose to quit and pursue a makeup career which I now do full time!

+ Where are you located?

I'm currently located at Excitation Salon, 358 Lincoln Ave, Lancaster OH 43130. You can see a map below and on the scheduling page as well.

+ Do you offer hair services as well?

I do not. I only offer makeup services ranging from wedding makeup to halloween makeup. Trust me, you don't want me doing your hair!

+ How long have you been doing makeup?

I've been doing makeup professionally since 2012 averaging 66 weddings per year.

+ Is there anything you want me to know?

I am SO excited about your big day or special event and I'm truly honored that you chose me to help enhance your natural beauty. This means that I want you to be 100% honest with me. Please tell me exactly what you have in mind and if there's something you don't like please let me know! After all, it is just makeup. It wipes off :)
I want you to want to be here. Don't feel pressured to get your makeup done if you truly don't want it to be. That is no fun for either one of us.
Please remember that I'm human. I'm a self-employed mom and there's just one of me. Sometimes things happen outside of my control and I'm at the mercy of every other client I have the day of your appointment. This means that sometimes if someone else is late, it can put me behind. I will of course do my best to ensure your appointment is as close to perfect as possible but things can happen.
You can relax. Don't feel concerned about your crows feet or blackheads. Don't worry about your dry skin or sparse brows. I do this ALL the time and I've worked on thousands of faces. No one is perfect and I'm not here to judge you.

+ Information about COVID-19 and getting your makeup done.

I know things are really scary during this pandemic. I want to ensure you that your safety and health is the most important to me. I am following all protocols that are recommended by the state board, the health department and the CDC at this time. I do not frequent public spaces unless necessary, and I always wear a mask unless interacting with my immediate family/those living with me. I also take temperature checks for 48 hours prior to any appointment I have and I follow strict guidelines for working with the public. To view all of this information please click here!

+ Do I need to bring my own products?

Nope! I provide every single product including lashes for every appointment! Of course, if there is a special product that you want me to use I'm happy to do so.

+ I've never gotten my makeup done before. What should I expect?

I will walk you through everything! I'll let you know when to close your eyes or look up or when I need you to move. I provide everything and you don't need to provide me with any ideas or photos of how you want it done if you don't have something in mind. I will do every step from primer to setting spray so be prepared to sit in the chair for about an hour. I'm totally down to chat the whole time (that is until I do your lip stick ha ha). If there are ANY questions I don't answer here, please reach out to me here. I want you to have a perfect experience!

+ Are lashes extra?

Nope! False eyelashes are included in every appointment (unless listed otherwise). You are welcome to opt out of lashes if you'd prefer not to wear them but I always recommend trying them first and then if you really don't want to wear them, then we can take them off. (Clients under 15 must have parent/guardian permission)

+ Pricing?

You can view all of my pricing and the services that I offer HERE!

+ What payment methods do you take?

The retainer can only be paid with a debit/credit card. On the day of, the remainder can be paid via cash, card, Venmo, CashApp, PayPal, Chase QuickPay, Facebook Messenger, or check.

+ What is your availability?

You can view all of my availability HERE!

+ How many people can you accommodate?

Typically, I can do up to 11 people in a single bridal party. It takes me roughly 45 min per person however, so please take that into account when booking. I'm happy to start as early as needed!

+ How long does the makeup take to do?

It takes me roughly 45 min per person. However, this means that it could take only 30 min or it could take an hour. It all depends on your specific look.

+ How long does the makeup last?

This is my favorite question! It lasts a minimum of 16 hours under normal wear. "Normal wear" means your not rubbing your face into a pillow or running a marathon. Here are a few examples of how long it lasts. This is an Instagram video. This is a full YouTube tutorial. I occasionally will do someone's makeup the night before an event if I'm unavaible the day of and as long as you sleep face up it still looks great the next day! I even have some clients who swear by being able to wear the makeup the following day!

+ Will the lipstick stay on?

Yes! I use primarily Jeffree Star Velour Liquid Lipsticks which are matte and long-wearing. However, it is wise to avoid oily food as oils remove the lip color.(Remember, oil is what is in makeup remover) Also, you should probably brush your teeth prior to application as it can wear the lipstick off a bit as well.

+ What do I need to do to prepare for my appointment?

The best thing to do is to be sure your skin is freshly washed before your appointment. Try to exfoliate the night before as well because I'm powerless to flakes on the skin. You can exfoliate by either using a pre-packaged scrub in any skincare section of a store or you can make your own by mixing sugar and oil together (olive oil or coconut oil are best) and massaging it into your skin. It's also a good idea to wear a button-down shirt so that if you are planning to change you don't have to pull a tight collar over your head.

+ Are trials included? Should I do a trial before my wedding?

Trials are not included with your wedding appointment booking. These are considered separate appointments so that you can use the opportunity to use the makeup for a bridal shower, bachelorette party, etc. This is 100% up to you! If you feel like you'd like to see how your makeup will look before your wedding you can book a trial here. It's a good idea to come with a few photos of what you think you might like and I'll cater those to look the best on you! If we need to make any changes for the wedding day, I come fully equipped and capable!

+ Do I have to come to you or do you come to me?

For all appointments that are single appointments, you will come to me. Any group wedding appointments with 2 or more people I will be happy to come to you! Please try to have a table or flat surface and a window (for natural light) available for me when I come to you.

+ What do you bring with you to a wedding appointment?

I bring a director's chair, an anti-fatigue mat to stand on, a ring light, and a fully stocked kit! No need to provide any chairs or anything like that but it is helpful to be near a table and an outlet.

+ Should I get my hair done first?

This is personal choice and totally up to your stylist. As a makeup artist, as long as you don't have straight across bangs your hair doesn't really affect my ability to work.

+ What if I have allergies or sensitive skin?

Please disclose any allergies in advance so that I can accommodate. The majority, if not all, of my products are geared to avoid major allergens as well as not irritate sensitive skin. However, if you don't feel comfortable with any of the products I have or would rather not risk it I'm happy to use your products if needed. If you're not sure what ingredients cause you to have a reaction it's best to book a trial or a lesson so that I can teach you how to apply the makeup. Please keep in mind that I do not accept any liability for allergic reactions and all allergies should be disclosed in advance.

+ How early can we start?

Don't forget above where I discussed how long the makeup lasts! I'm happy to start as early at 7 a.m. and if you feel you need earlier go ahead and request it on my contact page here! I will do anything I can to accommodate!

+ How much is travel?

You can calculate your travel costs here! Scroll to the bottom of the page to view the interactive travel calculator!

+ Am I supposed to show up a little early?

Please show up on time or within 5 minutes of scheduled appointment time. I ask this because I book back-to-back and I clean my products between clients so I won't be able to accommodate you if you're too early. However, Starbucks is only a 5 minute drive from me ;) ha ha

+ Is it cheaper if I just do a natural look?

This is a common misconception. Since all of the looks I do involve high end products the price doesn't really change. Also, even a more natural look likely involves more than just some mascara and lip gloss. If you feel that you want an extremely minimal look I do have specific options available on my page. Keep in mind that minimal looks are not recommended for any event where photos will be taken.

+ What if I'm late?

I will do my best to accommodate you, if you're going to be late please contact me as soon as possible. To respect other clients, if you're more than 20 minutes late I won't be able to accommodate you and you'll be charged for the appointment unless you've made prior arrangements with me.

+ Is tip included in the price?

I do not include tips into my pricing. It is completely up to you if you choose to tip! My pricing is determined using a special algorithm of my experience, product costs, and business costs. If you've had a good experience, tips are greatly appreciated!

+ Coupons, discounts, and specials?

Coupons are posted during holidays and are offered privately for repeat clients. Discounts that are available are included already in the price. Any specials I'm currently running are on the booking page!

+ What brand/s do you use?

This is a great question! I do not work for any single brand or company therefore I offer a large variety of brands. Every product that I use is tested thoroughly for 3-4 months before it earns a spot in my kit. Most of the brands I use are considered high end with a few exceptions. If you're wanting to know a specific product that I've used in a photo of myself, I link them all on my instagram. Here is a working list of brands I use and I use a wide variety of the products within those brands.

+ Do you sell any of the products you use?

At this time the only product I sell are the Skindinavia setting sprays. These make perfect add ons to your appointment to keep the longevity of your look!

+ Are the products you use cruelty free/vegan?

At the moment, all of my products I use are cruelty free however brands have the capability of changing this at any time. If this is something that is important to you, please leave that in the "concerns" section when booking your appointment.

+ How much will I owe on the day of my appointment?

When booking your appointment there is a final total price next to the duration of the appointment. To book your appointment you must put down a 30% retainer to hold the time slot. On the day of, you'll owe the remainder. For example: if your appointment total is $100 you'll pay $30 on the day you book and $70 on the day of the appointment.

+ How does the waitlist option work?

When booking your appointment if you don't see your desired date/time available you may book the wait list option. This is directly below your desired appointment choice. This will take your credit card informaiton and save it on file (via Stripe, I do not have personal access to this information) and in the event the appointment becomes available or I'm able to accept it I'll contact you to verify. Once confirmed it will charge the card the 30% retainer (which I'll confirm with you) and then you'll be booked! If you are not contacted within 2 hours of the appointment, please assume I'm unable to accept it.

+ What if I have to cancel?

If you are cancelling a wedding appointment, you must do so at least 30 days or more in advance. After the 30 day mark you will be charged the remainder on the day of your appointment. If you're cancelling any single, non-wedding appointments you must do so within 48hrs of the appointment. Otherwise you will be charged the remainder. On average I turn down 3 weddings per wedding I book. After 30 days I rarely, if ever, can fill the cancelled spot. Here is a link to all the terms and conditions.

+ Can I get my retainer back?

Unfortunately, retainers, tickets, and payments are non-refundable. There are many reasons in which this is the case and I'm happy to discuss these with you if you find yourself in a situation where you need to cancel.

+ Can I use my retainer towards another appointment?

Unfortunately, retainers are also non-transferable to other appointments. There are many reasons this is the case and I'm happy to discuss these with you in detail if you would like to contact me.

+ What if I have to reschedule?

As long as you're rescheduling before the cancellation time limit you are free to do so as many times as needed!

+ What if I paid for a certain number in my bridal party and someone drops out?

This is considered a cancellation. If you change the total number of people getting makeup before the 30 day mark you won't be charged for that person. However, the retainer is non-transferable and non-refundable once it is paid so I recommend double checking with those getting makeup prior to putting down the retainer. You do have the option however to chose someone else to get their makeup done as long as you have the original number of people, it doesn't make a difference to me! Here's a link to all the terms and conditions.

+ What if I don't want my picture taken?

That's totally ok! Just click that option when booking and let me know on the day of (in case I forget) and that's no problem!

+ Do you offer client privilege?

Your information is never shared with anyone or any third parties. If you do not wish for anyone to know that you are getting your makeup done please contact me here so we can make arrangement.

+ Can I pay in advance?

Yes! You have the option to pay in advance either by contacting me or clicking the link in the confirmation email. You can also pay in full when you go to book!

+ When do you charge for travel?

Travel charges are due on the day of, if you pay in full for your appointment you will be required to pay the additional travel charges on the day of the appointment. Travel is only extra past 25 miles. Click here to calculate your travel cost!