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 makeup services
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One10 Beauty House882
Glam Up853
Pink Mantis Beauty814
V Beauty House Skin & Makeup Studio785
Xthetics766
Berry Hill Beauty737
Euphoria Salon Nashville68Job match = this company’s ★ on reviews Google tagged “Makeup services” (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 makeup services
Mikki did an amazing job on my wedding day makeup! She was very organized, friendly, and focused. She made me and all my girls look incredible. I highly recommend her to any bride!
Hivi did an amazing trial run with me and was very open to my feedback while also providing the direction that I needed. Because of that, I couldn’t have been happier with my hair and makeup on my wedding day! She and her team showed up on time and were a calming presence for me, my family, and bridesmaids while…
Xammie was absolutely amazing to work with! I am so grateful she was able to do my makeup and my bridesmaids’ makeup. From the moment I reached out to her, she was kind, professional, and informative. As someone who had never had my makeup done before but is also particular about how my makeup looks, Xammie made the…
Hannah did my hair and makeup for a business photoshoot I had recently, and it came out absolutely perfect — exactly how I envisioned it! She was so sweet, personable, and truly listened to everything I wanted, as well as what I didn’t want. I highly recommend booking with her for any of your hair and makeup needs,…
I absolutely love this little gem of a place. I scheduled a makeup lesson with Maggie, and she did such an amazing job teaching what works for me. She paid great attention to detail and provided helpful tips when applying. After only one lesson I feel confident that I can do my own makeup for engagement photos now!…
I always have such a great experience at One10! My stylist does an amazing job with my color and cut — my hair has never been healthier since coming to see her. I’ve also had skin services, and the estheticians are phenomenal! The custom facial leaves my skin looking so fresh and glowy — I absolutely love it.…
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?
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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.