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 hair extensions
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Job match = this company’s ★ on reviews Google tagged “Hair extensions” (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 hair extensions
For 30 years I had never found a hair salon or stylist that felt like home. Until I found Sapphire salon. Kelsey (owner and my stylist) is the type of person who just radiates warmth and light, the type of person you gravitate towards. She’s friendly, funny, professional, easy to talk to, and an absolute magician…
I have been going to Melissa for over 3 years and she has repaired my hair unbelievably.!! She is wonderful as far as asking what you want, how you want it done. Cut and Color is exceptional. And heathy!! The Head Spa is amazing. I will go nowhere else!
I cannot recommend Julia enough! She is truly amazing - so talented, kind, and professional. I recently got extensions done with her and I’m absolutely obsessed with the results. She took the time to really understand what I wanted and made sure everything looked natural, blended beautifully, and felt comfortable.…
This is the best salon I have ever went to. Amy is hands down the best at truly listening to what you want and making it happen! Always walk out with a smile!
Melissa is excellent, friendly and listens to what you want/need. Offers a good variety of services and relaxing environment!
I’ve been to the salon twice now and have had great experiences both times! Rebekah and Madi are so nice and easy to talk to! Can’t wait to come back!
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.