The Best Makeup Artists
We graded 30 companies on seven things customers actually report: satisfaction, reliability, workmanship, value, momentum, track record and how owners handle complaints.
From 3,198 Google reviews of 30 top-rated makeup artists nationwide. Updated October 25, 2026.
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Best makeup artists for blowouts
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One10 Beauty House832
Michael William Salon823
Berry Hill Beauty724
Claudia’s Magic Beauty Salon685
Melissa Marie Salon & Spa67Job match = this company’s ★ on reviews Google tagged “Blowouts” (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 blowouts
Amazing experience! From the trial, to a complementary hair blowout for the rehearsal dinner, to the wedding hair and makeup, everything was perfect! So attentive and very talented! Hannah M and Hannah B were the best!!
I go to this salon for three different services. I receive haircuts, coloring, highlights, pedicures, and massages. Each and every service provided is top notch. Bottom line, you get what you pay for!!
I met Karlissa at a Mexican restaurant & that’s how she became my hair girl ❤️ she’s so personal & comfortable to be around! Going into the salon & seeing her, it’s a huge relief from the world for me! As crazy as that sounds! Everything comes out perfectly, & I’m always satisfied!!! Thank you for being a part of…
I have been trusting Melissa with my hair for years and she has never let me down. I came to her about 8 years ago and she took the time got to get to know my “hair personality”. She knows I am a low maintenance gal and my cut and colors are second to none. I have recently added a facial every other month and look…
I get my hair done with Claudia ALL THE TIME. I am always satisfied! She really is the best!!! Even if you’re just getting a haircut i would suggest to go. She always takes care of hair and knows whats best for it. On top of her amazing outcome and service she is so nice and easy going. If i could rate higher than 5…
If you’re looking for a great salon with stylists who are experts in everything from, cut, color, hair treatments & blow-outs to nail services and even a massage therapist, then Michael William Salon is exactly what you’re looking for!
Overall ratings
Experts Score 0–100 and a letter grade per factor (A = top 20% of makeup artists).
| # | Company | Grade | Satis · Relia · Craft · Value · Momen · Track · Accou | ★ | Typical bill |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Glam UpNashville, TN | A 82 | AA––CDC | 5.00 | $140 |
| 2 |  Jeanette Wirz Permanent Cosmetics & MicrobladingNashville, TN | A 81 | AACBBAA | 4.96 | — |
| 3 |  Beauty By K2Nashville, TN | B 77 | AA––BDC | 4.99 | — |
| 4 |  Creations Art and BeautyHemet, CA | B 74 | AA––DCC | 4.99 | — |
| 5 |  Indigo Beauty CollectiveNashville, TN | B 68 | BBACBAF | 4.97 | — |
| 6 |  XtheticsWeston, WI | B 68 | AA––CFC | 5.00 | $126 |
| 7 |  Leanna Marie ArtistryHemet, CA | B 65 | BCACCBC | 5.00 | — |
| 8 |  Maven Beauty Co.Weston, WI | B 62 | BB––CFC | 5.00 | — |
| 9 |  Modern Mamacita Cosmetic TattooHemet, CA | B 62 | AADDCCC | 5.00 | — |
| 10 |  Perfect Little Lashes & Beauty EnhancementsHemet, CA | B 61 | BB––CDC | 5.00 | — |
| 11 |  Beautiful Now EstheticsWeston, WI | B 60 | BB–FCDC | 5.00 | — |
| 12 |  Pink Mantis BeautyNashville, TN | C 52 | CC––FCA | 4.96 | — |
What jobs cost
What customers paid, from the price Google asks reviewers to report.
| Job | Low | Typical | High | Fair |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hairstyling | $130 | $170 | $282 | 0% |
| Haircut | $41 | $61 | $76 | 0% |
Was the price fair?
All price verdicts left with reviews.
Price verdicts by year
Share calling it great / reasonable / overpriced.
How we grade
Satisfaction (35%) — Recency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume.
Reliability (15%) — How rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months (fewer = better).
Craft & service (20%) — Google review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — net praise per review.
Value (10%) — Customers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights.
Momentum (8%) — Last 12 months vs lifetime average — improving or slipping.
Track record (7%) — Review volume and years with reviews.
Accountability (5%) — Owner replies to 1–3★ reviews.