How much do makeup artists cost?
Most customers pay around $131 per job. The most common job, hairstyling, usually runs $130–$282. 99% of customers who rated the price called it fair or great.
Best makeup artists for updos
Clear ✕- One10 Beauty House (Nashville) — 9 customers reviewed a updos job here and gave it 5.00★ on average; 100% were 5★ and none were 1–2★. Most paid $200+.
- Pink Mantis Beauty (Nashville) — 6 customers reviewed a updos job here and gave it 5.00★ on average; 100% were 5★ and none were 1–2★.
- Berry Hill Beauty (Nashville) — 6 customers reviewed a updos job here and gave it 5.00★ on average; 100% were 5★ and none were 1–2★. Most paid $200+.
- Ankerman Artistry (Hemet) — 4 customers reviewed a updos job here and gave it 5.00★ on average; 100% were 5★ and none were 1–2★.
Job match = this company’s ★ on reviews Google tagged “Updos” (shrunk toward the category average when there are few), how many such jobs it has done, and its overall Experts Score.
What customers said about updos
On my wedding day, they listened to exactly what each of us wanted and made us all feel beautiful while still looking like ourselves. My hair and makeup stayed flawless through hours of photos, the ceremony, the reception, and plenty of dancing! I truly couldn't have asked for a better team (Skylar, Naomi, Rebecca,…
We used Berry Hill Beauty for our wedding and loved our experience with them. We could pick which services we wanted and it was very customizable. The stylists and artists did great work and everyone loved the hair and makeup they got done! I did a bridal hair and makeup trial and the artist who did my makeup was…
I got my hair done as a bridesmaid and I loved my hair!! Definitely the best style I’ve ever had. I got compliments all night!! You will not be disappointed!!! All the other bridesmaids hair looked just as stunning. She did so well with all types of hair…. Thick, thin, short, long…. We literally had it all. 10/10…
I needed last minute hair and makeup for an event in town. I was able to get an appointment quickly and communication was great. I love the way my hair and makeup turned out fantastic. It stayed on all night even in the heat. Thank you for making me feel special. Darla Wilson
I had a fabulous experience working with the team, my wedding stylist was Kati and she did such an amazing job on my wedding hair & makeup. From the trail session to the big day I could not of been more satisfied. Anytime I meet a future Bride I always recommend her and the team.
I had the most amazing wedding experience thanks to Berry Hill Beauty! The team was easy to work with and helped glam 15 girls within 4 hours. Everything went so smoothly, and all of my bridesmaids were happy with their hair and makeup!
Price list: what each job costs
Low = 25th percentile, high = 75th. Tap a job for the best companies for it.
| Job | Low | Typical | High | Fair |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hairstyling | $130 | $170 | $282 | 0% |
| Haircut | $41 | $61 | $76 | 0% |
Best makeup artists by what matters to you
Winners per factor among companies with 20+ reviews.
Questions people ask
How much does a makeup artist cost?
Customers reported a typical bill of $131 (middle half $103–$187 last month). The cheapest common job is haircut at about $61; the priciest is hairstyling at about $170.
Is my quote fair?
Pick the job and enter your quote above. We place it on what real customers paid: inside the middle half is normal, above the top quarter deserves a second quote.
How do I pick a good makeup artist?
Look past the star average — almost everyone listed is 4.5★+. What separates them: the share of 1–2★ jobs in the last two years (category average 2.3%), whether the owner answers complaints (65% do), and how customers rated the specific job you need.
Where do these numbers come from?
3,198 Google reviews of 30 companies, using the price, price verdict and service fields Google collects with each review. No paid placements.
From 3,198 Google reviews of 30 top-rated makeup artists nationwide. Updated October 25, 2026.