Dez was an integral part of our wedding experience. From the get-go, she was communicative and informative. She answered all our questions in a timely and thoughtful way. At my makeup trial, she was open to collaboration, and she worked with me to create a fantasy updo and a fun gemstone-inspired makeup look that still left me feeling like my natural self (which was the goal!) On the day of our wedding, she showed up on time, brought great morning energy, and worked fast to get everyone done in time. She re-created our trial look perfectly, even adding fancier gemstones than I had expected. I absolutely loved the look (and I do NOT always like how I look after getting my makeup done!) Her makeup application feels light and airy, and remains on all day without flaws. She provided me with a little touch-up bag, but I did not even need it. In addition, I am in a throuple, and she was very thoughtful and supportive of our non-traditional wedding and relationship. We all felt very comfortable with her and would hire her again in an instant. She did makeup for all three of us, and was very understanding as to our different needs and wants. Definitely hire Dez if you want your wedding morning to go super smoothly and your makeup to look fun and free. :)
Dez Peñaloza Hair + Makeup
Dez Peñaloza Hair + Makeup at a glance
Google reviewers rate this Rosemead makeup artist 4.9 out of 5 based on 54 reviews. Clients frequently highlight her punctuality, clear communication, and ability to execute specific hair and makeup styles for weddings and photo shoots while making customers feel comfortable. Recurring themes include flexible scheduling for last-minute service additions and long-lasting results. One common criticism involves a failure to review pre-trial questionnaires or reference photos, leading to a mismatch with the client's desired look.
- Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 54 reviews (98% five-star).
- Reviews on this page: 54 Google reviews (54 with written comments, 24 with photos).
- Owner responses: the business replied to 4% of reviews.
- Most recent review: October 30, 2026.
- Service: Wedding Hair Stylist serving Rosemead, California.
Data from Google, last updated November 11, 2026.
Star ratings
54 Google reviews we collected
- 5 stars5398%
- 4 stars00%
- 3 stars00%
- 2 stars00%
- 1 star12%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 54 written reviews
- Praise10296%
- Complaints44%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
- Staff & attitude3028%
- Would recommend2423%
- Quality & results1413%
- Speed & response1413%
- Communication1413%
- Honesty & trust88%
- Price & value22%
What customers talk about
We read 54 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“She was fun yet professional, with no detail too small for her to address, and turned me into the boho jungle princess I hoped to be on my wedding day.”
“I’m so grateful she was part of my wedding morning and would recommend her to any bride who wants to look like the best version of themselves while fe…”
“I hired Dez to do the makeup for my wedding (myself, bridesmaids, and some family) and could not recommend her enough!”
“Her technique and attention to detail were outstanding.”
“She answered all our questions in a timely and thoughtful way.”
“From the get-go, she was communicative and informative.”
“You can trust Dez whole heartily to make you feel like a bridal beauty!”
“And honestly, it would have been worth every penny just for the neck/shoulder/arm massage she gave me before doing my makeup ;)”
People customers mention
- Desiree 8 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
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Customer reviews
4.9 ★★★★★ 54 reviews on Google · rating breakdown
Reviews from Google, shown as published (original wording, unedited).
I'm so glad I had Dez as my wedding HMUA! She was fun yet professional, with no detail too small for her to address, and turned me into the boho jungle princess I hoped to be on my wedding day. Also, no other stylist has ever used so few bobby pins in my hair 😆
Dez is so sweet and such a wonderful presence to have on your wedding day. She did such a beautiful job with my hair and make up and made me feel so comfortable and supported. She was organized and responsive to email as well. Dez can also help you navigate conversations with indecisive bridesmaids/family members which is a huge weigh off your shoulders!
Incredible work! Dez absolutely SLAYED my headshot makeup. I had a tall order, too, and she absolutely delivered. And then some. I will hire her again in a heartbeat!
Dez is incredible. Not only will she give you the vintage-inspired glam look of your dreams--she'll make sure you still look like you. And? She's got the sweetest soul. She grounded me on my wedding day and I feel so grateful we got to work together.
Desi has a great eye, is super skilled and exactly what you want in a wedding HMU artist: a pleasure to be around. She was flexible since i wanted to do my own makeup- she did my hair and both HMU for my mom and mil. We all looked stunning. My parents could not stop talking about what a delight she is! Hire her!
I couldn’t have asked for a better hair and makeup artist for my wedding day. She brought my vision to life perfectly — my hair turned out exactly how I wanted, but somehow even better than I imagined. My makeup was flawless and enhanced my natural features so beautifully that I still felt completely like myself, just a more polished and bridal version. What truly stood out was how calm, caring, and attentive she was throughout the entire getting-ready process. She went above and beyond to make sure I felt comfortable, relaxed, and taken care of during such an emotional and busy part of the day. And the fact that she delivered this level of talent, professionalism, and energy while pregnant makes it even more impressive! She has such a special ability to make you feel confident, supported, and beautiful all at once. I’m so grateful she was part of my wedding morning and would recommend her to any bride who wants to look like the best version of themselves while feeling completely at ease.
I can’t speak highly enough of Dez - she’s so receptive, funny and warm, and that’s not even getting to the makeup and hair she did on my wedding day! It was the perfect mix of Old Hollywood glam waves with naturalistic makeup that highlighted glowing, poreless skin (courtesy of her careful airbrush skills!) I felt radiant, like a silver screen siren, but also like I looked like myself - exactly what I wanted! Everyone complimented me on how luminous I looked - a combo of true happiness, love & Dez’s deft hand. A true artist in every sense of the word, and a world class creative collaborator.
I truly cannot recommend Desiree enough! Her technique and attention to detail were outstanding. Both my bridesmaids and I felt really confident with her work. She did all of our hair (myself + 6 bridesmaids) flawlessly and executed multiple styles with varying hair types. All of our hair (and my makeup which she did) held throughout the night and I didn’t even need to use the touch up kit she provided! After our initial trial I only had only minor notes which already gave me great confidence in her. On the day of she listened carefully to my feedback and made adjustments seamlessly, ensuring everything was exactly how I envisioned it. She knew what would look best on me and how to achieve it. I felt completely heard and confident throughout the entire process. On top of eveything she was also so fun, warm, and comfortable to be around. She brought such a calming and positive energy to the day, which made the whole experience even better. If you are looking for someone who is not only highly skilled but also professional, adaptable, and a joy to work with, I highly recommend Desiree! She exceeded all expectations and truly did an outstanding job—I would give her more than five stars if I could! (I also never write reviews but I HAD to write this!)
I had a such a lovely makeup lesson with Dez! I learned so much and my makeup looked great. She gave me great skin prep tips, and explained each step clearly. I loved the colors she chose for me, and I left feeling excited and ready to recreate the look on my own. Highly recommend.
Business details
- Phone: (415) 519-8715
- Website: dezpenaloza.com
- Service area: Rosemead, CA