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Tamara Makeup + Hair Artistry logoHow 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%99+30.5Experts Score= 100Not 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.100SCORE

Tamara Makeup + Hair Artistry

Chicago, IL · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #4Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 127 makeup artists · 5.0★ from 188 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other makeup artists (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.Tamara Makeup + Hair Artistry is better than 100% of makeup artists.A
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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.Tamara Makeup + Hair Artistry is better than 99% of makeup artists.A
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Craft & serviceCraft & service · 0% of the scoreGoogle 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.Tamara Makeup + Hair Artistry is better than —% of makeup artists.–
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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.Tamara Makeup + Hair Artistry is better than —% of makeup artists.–
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MomentumMomentum · 0% of the scorePenalises 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.Tamara Makeup + Hair Artistry is better than 100% of makeup artists.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.Tamara Makeup + Hair Artistry is better than —% of makeup artists.–
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Customers hired Tamara Makeup + Hair Artistry for 6 kinds of job.

Tamara Makeup + Hair Artistry for makeup services

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.28
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).5.00
Usually paidThe price range customers picked most often for this job.$200+
Category typicalWhat the middle half of customers paid for this job across all companies in the category.$121–$187
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 91/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Makeup services”:Stars on this job 55%Number of such jobs 25%Overall Experts Score 20%Stars are pulled toward the category average when a company has few tagged jobs, so 3 perfect reviews don’t beat 80 great ones. 4.3★ scores 0, 5.0★ scores full. Volume is compared with the busiest company for this job.#3 / 23

All 28 Google reviews tagged “Makeup services”

Penelope1 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. · a year ago★★★★★

An amazing team! Great job with both hair by Alexis and makeup by Tamara. Will definitely use them again in the future.

Makeup servicesHairstyling
Linda6 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. · 2 years ago★★★★★

Tamara Makeup & Hair did an incredible job for my wedding! From the initial phone call through the wedding day, Adriana, Alexis, Jessica, and Janette made everything feel seamless. I had a large bridal party (14 including flower girls) with a variety of ages, hair types, and skin tones, and everyone felt beautiful…

Makeup servicesHairstyling
GenieLocal Guide · 17 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. · 2 years ago★★★★★

I cannot say about good things about my experience! Natalie did makeup for my wedding and Tiffany did our hair. I felt super comfortable and heard at the trial and it came out perfect. Day of the wedding everyone was very impressed with how their styles came out. Hair and makeup stayed all night. Will recommend for sure ❤️

Bridal servicesMakeup servicesHairstyling
Lauren6 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. · 2 years ago★★★★★

Sabrina and Noemi were the absolute best. I did my hair and makeup trial with them in July for my wedding in September. I loved the trial hair and makeup so much, that I was ecstatic they were able to be my team for the big day. They were timely, professional, and made me feel great. I loved my hair and makeup so…

Makeup servicesHairstyling
lilian3 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. · 2 years ago★★★★★

I git my hair and makeup done for a family photo shoot. My experience with adriana and Judy was wonderful! I fell so beautiful leaving the salon and ready for our family photo shoot

Makeup servicesHairstyling
Claudia6 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. · 2 years ago★★★★★

I had the best experience with this team! They literally brought my Pinterest picture to life and I felt like a princess on my wedding day. They also were very organized, paid attention to detail, and had a great timeline. The most important thing to me is that my mom came up to me the next day and told me she has…

Bridal servicesMakeup servicesHairstyling
Joey4 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. · 2 years ago★★★★★

Had a fantastic experience with Tamara Makeup on 3 separate occasions! They are prompt, friendly, hilarious, professional and so talented! I would recommend to anyone attending a special event or headshots!

Paid $80–100Makeup servicesHairstyling
Rachael3 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. · 2 years ago★★★★★

Adriana and Jodi were great to work with! They’re absolute pros. They made the trial fun and they were wonderful on the actual day too!! My bridal party really loved them <3 Thank you for everything!!

Paid $200+Makeup servicesHairstyling
LynnLocal Guide · 39 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. · 2 years ago★★★★★

Loved loved loved getting my hair and makeup done here for my bridal shower. It was a chance I took and did not regret it in anyway. I had so many compliments. My up-do did not move or get messy. My makeup stood on from 9am to midnight. It was in tact the whole time! I loved it I would recommend and will definitely…

Paid $200+Makeup servicesHairstyling
Danielle4 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. · 2 years ago★★★★★

Best experience ever! Kindest ladies who did my hair and makeup for my baby shower, I’m one happy mamma to be!

Paid $200+Makeup servicesHairstylingEyelash extensions
SamanthaLocal Guide · 11 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. · 3 years ago★★★★★

I just got married this past Saturday and I cannot say enough wonderful things about Tamara Makeup + Hair Artistry!!! From the day I reached out until my actual wedding day the communication was quick, easy and so professional. Tamara and her team do an amazing job of making you feel so special on your big day and…

Bridal servicesHairstylingMakeup services
Rebecca4 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. · 3 years ago★★★★★

I can’t say enough about Noemi! She has done my hair + makeup a few times now. She always listens to the look I’m going for, works her magic, and brings my vision to life every time! She is so sweet and professional. I highly recommend Noemi if you’re looking for amazing hair and makeup for a wedding or event!

BlowoutsBridal servicesHairstyling
Lindsey4 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. · 3 years ago★★★★★

Jodi (for hair) and Neomi (for makeup) completely made my glam dreams come true for my Barbie Party!! They are the ultimate hype girls and fun humans to be around!! Tamara & her team never disappoints!!

HairstylingMakeup services
Brianna2 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. · 3 years ago★★★★★

I have now booked with Tamara Makeup + Hair Artistry on 4 separate occasions and they are amazing! I have loved every single hair and makeup look that Noemi, Alexis and Jody have done for me. Tamara and her team handled my wedding day AMAZINGLY, especially with my 10+ ladies needing hair and makeup. I could not…

Bridal servicesHairstylingMakeup services
Tiffany6 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. · 3 years ago★★★★★

The team at Tamara Makeup & Hair Artistry is great! Noemi did an amazing job with my makeup and my ladies’ makeup as well! We all looked stunning!! Noemi was very professional and helped guide me to the perfect look for my wedding day! She was super sweet and did an overall excellent job. Highly recommend!

Bridal servicesMakeup services
Lauren3 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. · 3 years ago★★★★★

Tamara makeup and hair made all my dreams come true!! I am very picky about my hair and makeup and took a long time researching and deciding on a company for my big day. They did NOT disappoint! From the trial to the wedding to seeing them again for my maternity photoshoot, each visit was exactly what anyone would…

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Taylor1 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 years ago★★★★★

The best of the best!!! I won’t use anyone else for my hair & makeup!! I have used Tamara Hair & Makeup for my engagement photos, my wedding (including all my bridesmaids), my maternity shoot, our newborn shoot, my second maternity shoot this year being pregnant with twins, & will be using them again for our…

BraidsBridal servicesEyelash extensions
AishwaryaLocal 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. · 3 years ago★★★★★

Jody and Noemi made all my dreams come true with each and every one of my wedding looks! Jody did an incredible job working with my naturally curly hair. Noemi picked the perfect color palette for my skin tone. Would 100% high recommend them to anyone who is trying to create their perfect wedding look! Thank you both so much!

Hair extensionsHairstylingMakeup services
Genesis9 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. · 3 years ago★★★★★

I had the pleasure of having Noemi do my makeup for my wedding. I was very thankful that she was able to do exactly what I wanted. I showed her my inspo pics and she did just that. She made sure to talk through the steps and made me feel very comfortable. Also gave me tips to be able to ensure my makeup lasted the…

Makeup services
Trudi4 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. · 3 years ago★★★★★

Flawless hair and makeup! The talent within this company surpasses expectations. They really make you look and feel your best all while having fun at a location of choice. Tamara hair and makeup has my 5 star vote! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Hair extensionsHairstylingMakeup services
Kati3 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. · 3 years ago★★★★★

Tamara and Sabrina were amazing! I loved my makeup, it stayed all day and night with no touch ups. I loved my hair, I am very picky when it comes to styles and Sabrina is so nice and asks a lot of questions and listens which was refreshing. My makeup literally didn’t move, I bought my lip color from the studio and…

HairstylingMakeup services
Alexa2 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. · 3 years ago★★★★★

Jody and Kayla are amazing!! I got so many compliments on my glam from everyone at my baby shower. Thank you babes for making this Momma to be feel like a QUEEN 💗

HairstylingMakeup services
PattyLocal Guide · 6 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. · 3 years ago★★★★★

I was lucky enough to take part in a event as a grateful witness, which was so heart warming and which demonstrated not only the talent of Tamara and her team but the kindness, generosity and the joy of spirit and celebration she brings with her along with her makeup and lighting. It was such a joy to watch and to…

Makeup services
Zory2 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. · 3 years ago★★★★★

I love Tamara hair & makeup!! Adriana and Alexis did our hair and makeup for my sisters wedding and it was flawless!! I have never worked with more knowledgeable and intuitive makeup artists! I didn’t have an exact picture of how I wanted to do my makeup and hair, just a collection of ideas, and they were able to…

HairstylingMakeup services
Tiffany2 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. · 3 years ago★★★★★

I had Tamara Makeup and Hair services for my wedding and was so pleased. Tamara knew exactly what I wanted and my makeup didn’t move and never had to touch it up. I had Jody for my hair and showed multiple pictures and she combined them and created the perfect style. Amazing!! They were a great crew and so easy to…

BraidsBridal servicesHairstyling
Hafsa10 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. · 3 years ago★★★★★

Jody and Alina were my hair stylist and makeup artist for my wedding, respectively. Hands down could not have asked for more talented or nicer people. They were my ultimate hype women and they made everything on my wedding day absolute perfection. I’ve honestly never received so many comments on my makeup and hair.…

HairstylingMakeup services
Margaret6 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. · 3 years ago★★★★★

I worked with Tamara Makeup + Hair Artistry for my 4/1/2023 wedding and I must say I couldn't have been happier with the results. I was interested in finding a hair and makeup team that could make my diverse bridal party, mother, and mother in law feel fabulous. Working with Sabrina and Atina they listened to me and…

Bridal servicesHairstylingMakeup services
JankiLocal Guide · 14 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 years ago★★★★★

Jody and Noemi did such a beautiful job with my wedding hair and makeup. I was crying (so much), I was sweating, I was dancing and NOTHING moved. I stayed flawless alllll day!

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Price

$135+57% vs typical makeup artists

Bar = middle half of what customers paid · gold mark = category median.

Price verdictsGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.

Great price 0%Reasonable 0%Overpriced 0%Not sure 0%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
Bridal services37$124–$282
Makeup services28$121–$187
Hairstyling28$41–$73
Hair extensions5—
Eyelash extensions3$99–$151
Braids2—

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