Laura Ferris1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Laura has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleExactly what I was looking for, can't wait to work with again next year!
Makeup by Mel KC
How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 69%100+69.2Reliability 31%98+30.2Experts Score= 99Not enough data for value, replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.99SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#12 of 117 makeup artistsPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 91%
5.0 ★★★★★ 88 Google reviews · 24 photos
100%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
0%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2026latest review
Makeup by Mel KC at a glance
Customers consistently praise the makeup artist for providing natural, long-lasting results suitable for weddings, maternity shoots, and other events. Reviewers highlight her professional communication, flexibility with scheduling, and ability to accommodate specific client visions without hiding natural features. The service is described as comfortable and stress-free, with no recurring criticisms noted in the provided excerpts.
- Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 88 reviews (100% five-star).
- Reviews on this page: 88 Google reviews (86 with written comments, 11 with photos).
- Owner responses: the business replied to 0% of reviews.
- Most recent review: October 25, 2026.
- Service: Makeup Artist serving Blue Springs, Missouri.
Data from Google, last updated November 2, 2026.
Score profile vs other makeup artists
Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: satisfaction and momentum; weakest: reliability.
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Makeup by Mel KC: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 96.A
100
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Makeup by Mel KC: 98/100 on this factor. Category median: 95.A
98
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 99.–
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ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 100.–
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MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Makeup by Mel KC: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
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Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 54.–
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Star ratings
88 Google reviews we collected
- 5 stars88100%
- 4 stars00%
- 3 stars00%
- 2 stars00%
- 1 star00%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 86 written reviews
- Praise10297%
- Complaints33%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
- Would recommend3130%
- Staff & attitude2423%
- Quality & results2019%
- Communication1615%
- Speed & response88%
- Price & value33%
- Honesty & trust33%
What customers talk about
We read 86 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“I will definitely recommend her to others for sessions or events!”
“I've used her for my engagement photos, wedding and recently my maternity shoot and cannot recommend her enough.”
“She was professional, kind and flexible with my scheduling.”
“During my bridal consultation, she was so thorough and intentional—she really took her time to make sure everything was perfect and exactly how I wanted it.”
“She walked me through everything and made sure I felt 100% confident, which honestly took so much stress off me knowing I won’t have to worry about a…”
“I felt like we clicked right away and she made everything so easy and comfortable.”
“I got so many compliments and well worth the money spent to be totally stress free and know it was going to be perfectly done.”
“lked me through everything and made sure I felt 100% confident, which honestly took so much stress off me knowing I won’t have to worry about a thing…”
People customers mention
- Melise 3 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired Makeup by Mel KC for 4 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
Recent reviews
Ippany4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a week ago★★★★★
Traveled to Kansas City for a wedding, and so happy I found Mel to do my makeup! She was flexible and open to my ideas and new trends for my appointment. My makeup was on point. Looking forward to booking another service with her!
Sydney1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 weeks ago★★★★★
My experience with Mel was wonderful. She was kind and professional. Throughout the whole process she asked what I liked in regards to my makeup wants and she delivered. I will definitely recommend her to others for sessions or events! Thank you Mel!
AshleyLocal Guide · 12 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 weeks ago★★★★★
The best experience! The most beautiful makeup I’ve had done since my wedding! Mel curled my hair and made me feel so beautiful for our big fundraiser event. I got so many compliments and well worth the money spent to be totally stress free and know it was going to be perfectly done. Would 1000% recommend and will book again.
YvetteLocal Guide · 20 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★
I highly recommend Mel for her beautiful and natural make up application! She was professional, kind and flexible with my scheduling.
Jessica8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 months ago★★★★★
Mel did my makeup for my wedding shower and my makeup and hair was beautiful 😍 I felt amazing and had a great time! Definitely would have her to my makeup again 💕
Taylor6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 7 months ago★★★★★
Mel was seriously the best. I felt like we clicked right away and she made everything so easy and comfortable. During my bridal consultation, she was so thorough and intentional—she really took her time to make sure everything was perfect and exactly how I wanted it. She walked me through everything and made sure I…
Jobs customers hired them for
| Job | Reviews | Category typical |
|---|---|---|
| Special occasion makeup | 8 | — |
| Photography makeup | 7 | — |
| Bridal makeup | 6 | — |
| Private makeup lessons | 2 | — |
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Customer reviews
5.0 ★★★★★ 88 reviews on Google · rating breakdown
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Jobs customers hired them for — from Google's service tags and the review text
Ippany Parsons4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Ippany has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleTraveled to Kansas City for a wedding, and so happy I found Mel to do my makeup! She was flexible and open to my ideas and new trends for my appointment. My makeup was on point. Looking forward to booking another service with her!
Sydney Trussell1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Sydney has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleMy experience with Mel was wonderful. She was kind and professional. Throughout the whole process she asked what I liked in regards to my makeup wants and she delivered. I will definitely recommend her to others for sessions or events! Thank you Mel!
Ashley DiederichLocal Guide · 12 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Ashley has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleThe best experience! The most beautiful makeup I’ve had done since my wedding! Mel curled my hair and made me feel so beautiful for our big fundraiser event. I got so many compliments and well worth the money spent to be totally stress free and know it was going to be perfectly done. Would 1000% recommend and will book again.
Yvette SmithLocal Guide · 20 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Yvette has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleI highly recommend Mel for her beautiful and natural make up application! She was professional, kind and flexible with my scheduling.
Jessica h8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jessica has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleMel did my makeup for my wedding shower and my makeup and hair was beautiful 😍 I felt amazing and had a great time! Definitely would have her to my makeup again 💕
Taylor Powell6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Taylor has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleMel was seriously the best. I felt like we clicked right away and she made everything so easy and comfortable. During my bridal consultation, she was so thorough and intentional—she really took her time to make sure everything was perfect and exactly how I wanted it. She walked me through everything and made sure I felt 100% confident, which honestly took so much stress off me knowing I won’t have to worry about a thing on my wedding day. I never felt rushed and felt so listened to the whole time. Couldn’t recommend her enough!!
Ashle Olivas12 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Ashle has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleMelise is the best. Not only incredible at makeup but the easiest to talk to, the most fun to hang with while she makes you look like a star and the sweetest human.
Claire Hutcheson6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Claire has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleMel was absolutely amazing. On time, professional, so kind and so much fun. She listened to your vision and has a gift of bringing it to life. I have never felt more beautiful than I did yesterday on my wedding day. Thank you for absolutely everything!!!
Nicolette Mense3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Nicolette has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleMel was AMAZING. So easy to talk to and her work was stunning. I didn’t want anything over the top, just enhanced beauty and WOW did she deliver. I didn’t want to take my makeup off!!
Business details
- Address: 409 Grand Blvd Suit 200B, Kansas City, MO 64106
- Website: makeupbymelkc.com
- Service area: Blue Springs, MO