It can be hard, but the right MUA will find you!

We know how stressful it can be to decide on one person to do your wedding makeup. This is the most special day of your life and you can’t pick just anybody to glam you up! You need to find someone that will serve your exact expectations and make you look flawless for your big day! Here are the 8 steps to follow when deciding on the perfect MUA for your Indian wedding.

Research Keywords

A lot of brides throw themselves at their computer eagerly googling who the best makeup artist and hairstylist is that they can hire. You need to make sure that you are searching for the right artist and not just a random list of artists that may not even offer services in your location or may be too expensive. The best words to search are “Indian Bridal MUA near me” or “Indian Bridal Hairstylist near me,” and include your location within the search. This will narrow down the list of artists that will pop up on your search engine. Don’t just look at a variety of hopeless options when you can be searching for people you are actually willing to hire.

Check If They Have A Website To View Portfolios.

If a makeup artist or hairstylist has a website it showcases their level of professionalism and ability to market their business. Make sure to explore the entire site to see what services they offer and actual pictures or content that they post on there. This can give you an idea of what their personality is like and you can see if their aesthetic will match your energy. You definitely want to make sure you are hiring a professional that can also be fun and will make sure you are enjoying every step of the makeup and hair process for your big day. Do not hire a makeup artist or hairstylist just by basing your judgments on their Instagram or other social media pages. A website is required for even the most prestigious brands to qualify as a professional. Websites are a critical step!

Explore Their Social Media Pages

Similar to the website, social media pages show a lot about how people run their businesses. By viewing a makeup artist and hairstylist’s Instagram account you can see their work in photos and determine if you genuinely like their makeup and the variety of hairstyles they can pull off. You can also see the comments and how they engage with their potential clients. Your decision should definitely be based on other people’s interactions with this MUA and the services that other people have had done. Many MUAs posts before and after pictures of their clients to show their followers the makeup transformations they are skilled at creating. This is a great way to decide whether or not this is the right MUA for you, however, do not hire a makeup artist or hairstylist solely on the basis of their social media pages. As previously stated, keep in mind that they must have a website for you to even consider them for your wedding.

Check Reviews

Reviews are the best source for determining how good a business is. You should look up your various makeup artist and hairstylist options on Google Reviews, WeddingWire, TheKnot, and any other review site to see their ratings. This allows you to see the many different perspectives of various clients when working with these artists and you can evaluate their experiences. You definitely want to decide on an artist that will have a 5-star rating and the majority of positive reviews. By looking at reviews on sites like WeddingWire and TheKnot, you can narrow down the events these MUAs have works and if they are as good as they claim to be for brides.

Determine Your Budget

Determining your budget is critical before making your final decision. You should evaluate the variety of makeup artists and hairstylists you want to choose from and see how much they all charge for specific services. You also need to keep in mind that your bridal party also needs to get their hair and makeup done and there are going to be additional charges for each person. You want to find an artist that is within your budget or someone that you are willing to pay extra for depending on how good they are at their job. You do not want to book someone that is labeled as the best artist in the world without even seeing if you can afford them.

Determine The Locations Of Service

When choosing a makeup artist and hairstylist you need to be considerate of the location that they need to be available in. If you are having a wedding locally nearby where you live or anywhere near you then you should search for an artist who works within your region. However, if you are having a destination wedding or going somewhere just outside of your living proximity you should search for artists that are willing to travel with you. You also must keep in mind that these artists are not going to pay for their own travel arrangements. You need to be mindful and make sure they will have a place to stay like a hotel and that they will be fed.

Make Sure They Comply With COVID-19 Safety Guidelines

Due to the rising COVID-19 cases, we want you to be extra careful when choosing any vendors for your weddings. Your makeup artist must have a set of rules and guidelines to follow that state how they will do their job safely. Make sure that the artist does not use dirty brushes on you or double dips anything into products that they will use on other clients. The MUA should be constantly washing their hands and wearing a mask at all times. You can also check to see in their reviews if people state how comfortable they were hiring someone like them for their COVID-19 wedding. Be safe and choose wisely!

Do A Makeup Trial

The best way to see if any makeup artist or hairstylist is right for you is by getting a trial makeup session done. A lot of makeup artists offer this as a way to make their clients feel comfortable with them and not doubt their skills or worry if they are not going to perform their best work on their wedding day. By doing this, you will get to see all aspects of your makeup artist and hairstylist. You can see their personality and check if they match your vibe and will keep you calm and comfortable on your special day. You will also be able to determine if their work is truly the best and that they can be trusted to do your makeup for the most memorable day of your life. A perfect time to book a trial could be three to four months before your wedding day. You do not want to book one too close to your special day because you might not have time to find another artist in time, in case you do not like your trial. 

Some additional things to keep in mind when choosing a makeup artist and hairstylist for your wedding day is sari draping and jewelry. Your bridal makeup artist must make sure that you are looking your best for your special day. Find a makeup artist and hairstylist who is skilled in sari draping so that your outfit is perfect to the touch and you are looking absolutely flawless. You want an MUA that can give you the best tips and advice on picking the perfect jewelry that matches your outfit and makeup. Some Indian jewelry is also incorporated into the hair so you want to make sure your hairstylist can do that for you.

Finding the perfect makeup artist is not going to be easy so we want you to be patient and start early! Trust the process and you will find the right MUA for an Indian wedding.