Question 1

Can I have a makeup preview before I book you for my wedding date?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can.
But booking a makeup preview by itself will not hold your wedding date. Bookings are on a first-come-first-served basis, and my dates are limited, so you will unfortunately run the risk of someone else booking in. 
I recommend having a makeup preview one to three months before your wedding date when all the other elements are in place: your dress, the colours your bridal party is wearing, the flowers, your hairstyle and your jewellery. These elements will have a connection to your makeup design.
If you are interested in booking me for a makeup preview only please fill in the contact form and mention it in the notes section. 
A makeup preview alone (without a wedding booking) is $400.

Question 2

Can you explain your travel fees? Will you require accommodation?

Accepted Answer

All of my packages include travel to any town in the Blue Mountains region located along the Great Western Highway between Glenbrook and Mount Victoria. For locations outside this radius, there will be an additional charge of $1.50 per kilometer, as calculated by Google Maps. 
If the location is 150 kilometers or more from my home, I will likely need accommodation the night before the wedding and possibly the night after, depending on the start and finish times. 
For early morning starts that require a wake-up before 5:00 AM, accommodation the night before will also likely be necessary. This is important for managing fatigue and ensuring safe travel. 
If your bridal party is large and I have booked another makeup artist, they will also require accommodation.

Question 3

Do you charge any other fees?

Accepted Answer

In addition to the extended travel costs mentioned above, I may charge an Early Start Fee. If I am required to begin at your event before 8 a.m., the fee is $50 for each hour or part thereof (including travel time). However, since I typically bring an additional makeup artist for larger groups, early starts are uncommon!

Question 4

How long will the makeup take on the wedding day?

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I allow 1.5 hrs for the bride and 1 hr each for the bridal party/guests. There will be an additional 30 min setup time and another 30 min for packing up. Depending on the size of the bridal party, I also include one or two 15-minute breaks/buffers.  These timings ensure there is enough time for skin prep, makeup application, and a tidy-up between each person. 
I aim to finish 1.5 hours before your ceremony begins, allowing enough time for getting dressed and taking photos. I also stay for touch-ups and final checks after you are dressed. 
Together, we will discuss the timings for your wedding day, and I will provide a makeup run sheet for you, your bridal party, and relevant vendors.

Question 5

Why do you need to bring a second makeup artist?

Accepted Answer

I prefer not to rush my work and don't want people sitting around in their makeup for more than five hours before the ceremony. Therefore, the maximum number of people I will personally make up is four. For larger bridal parties with more than four people, I will arrange a second makeup artist. This ensures that everyone's makeup is applied with care and attention and that the atmosphere is as relaxed as possible.

Question 6

Do you offer hair services?

Accepted Answer

I am a makeup specialist, but I know several local hairstylists whom I can recommend. If you're interested, please let me know in the comments section of the contact form, and I will send you some recommendations.

Question 7

Do I need a fake tan?

Accepted Answer

No! I love natural skin tones.
If you have your heart set on a fake tan, please only go one or two shades darker than your natural skin tone with preferably no tan or just a very light mist on your face, and also, prepare to have one before your makeup preview.

Question 8

What brands do you have in your kit?

Accepted Answer

I use what works, not what’s in fashion. Often makeup products come out of the same manufacturing plant with a different label on the front. Meaning some less expensive products perform just as well as high end.
https://fashionedits.com/do-all-major-fashion-and-beauty-brands-get-their-products-from-the-same-manufacturer/ 
I currently use skincare from Clemence, First Aid Beauty, Go-To, Gressa, La Mav and QED.
My makeup kit includes Armani, Charlotte Tilbury, Chanel, Danessa Myricks, Ere Perez, Eye of Horus, Face Atelier, Jane Iredale, Natasha Denona, Kryolan, MAC, Makeup Atelier, RCMA, The Balm, Viseart, and more!

Question 9

Are your products cruelty-free?

Accepted Answer

No, not all of them, and it’s an ongoing dilemma of mine.
I believe in cruelty-free products. No animal needs to be harmed for beauty or any purpose.
I have been a vegetarian for 30 years and am appalled by how prevalent animal abuse is in our society. Unfortunately, not everyone feels the same, and the lure of the almighty dollar is more potent than ethics.
Most makeup companies do not test on animals during their manufacturing process; however, if they want to sell their products in China, they are bound by Chinese law, which requires some finished products to be tested on animals.
https://crueltyfree.peta.org/ 
When I work on a film, I am sometimes supplied with makeup products necessary for the actors I work with. At the end of the job, the products are in my kit. After much thought and deliberation, I decided that throwing them out would be irresponsible and wasteful, so the best thing I can do is use them until they are finished or expire.
My commitment is that all new products I buy are cruelty-free.
https://animalsaustralia.org/our-work/animal-testing/pledge-animal-testing/ 
Here is a great resource to have if you are interested in supporting cruelty-free brands.
https://www.crueltyfreekitty.com/list-of-cruelty-free-brands/

Question 10

What are your terms and conditions?

Accepted Answer

If you've been researching different makeup artists, you may have already seen some standard terms and conditions on their websites. However, it's important to note that DIY or template T&Cs, not tailored specifically for a business by legal professionals, may not offer the best protection for the business or the client. I made a significant investment and put in a lot of effort to have my terms and conditions prepared by a reputable business lawyer. 
My current practice is that when you submit my contact form, I will send you a quote for the services you're interested in, along with my terms and conditions. This allows you to review the terms before making any commitments.

Question 11

Can I talk with you before making a booking?

Accepted Answer

Yes! I’d love to have a chat with you!
Please fill in the contact form, and I will send you a no-obligation quote and a link to book a free phone call.

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