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Stephanie R.

I found Serena on Instagram and am so glad I did! My whole experience with her was amazing. She was so prompt in responding anytime I emailed her or text her. She was flexible with setting up my trial since I lived far from her and work late hours. We had a total of 8 girls to get done in 3 hours and Serena and her assistant knocked all the services out without a problem. She was so professional and so relaxed and fun to talk to and took my change requests from the trial and nailed them on my wedding day! My girls, mom and mother in law and myself all looked and felt beautiful!! Thank you so much, Serena!!

Caitlin V.

I couldn't have asked for a better makeup artist for my wedding. From the beginning to the very end and beyond, Serena was amazing, friendly, and a pleasure! She responds in a timely manner, answers all your questions, and is very knowledgeable in cosmetics. I absolutely LOVED my makeup; it was perfectly done. She not only did my makeup, but my entire bridal party as well. I wanted a natural look, and she delivered. She exceeded my expectations. Everyone complimented us on our makeup and how beautiful we looked. I was also pleasantly surprised that the makeup lasted all night. My now husband was very specific on how he wanted my makeup to look. I don't usually wear a lot of makeup, and he was concerned that a makeup artist would cake on makeup and make me look unnatural. He was very vocal and wasn't shy to put his two cents in, and she was great the entire time. When he saw our makeup, he loved it!!! If you're in Temecula or close to that area, I would definitely recommend Serena. She's professional and made me feel at ease the entire time.

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Lauren O.

Serena did my makeup for my rehearsal dinner as well as the makeup for my bridal party the day of my wedding. She is professional and so talented and did a wonderful job of making me feel a little extra fancy but also still looking like myself. She is also so sweet and fun and such a joy to be around. I can't say enough good things about her!

Lexi K.

Couldn't be more pleased with how my bridal make-up turned out from Serena! She absolutely nailed my vision and was one of my fave wedding vendors that I worked with! I've gotten my make-up done twice as a bridesmaid from her and loved her work so when it was my turn as the bride, it was a no-brainer to go with her! She is so sweet and easy to work with and really brings a fun vibe to the getting ready portion of the day. Plus my wedding day weather was 80 degrees and humid and the make-up stayed ALL DAY!! Everyone commented how good it looked, even 12 hours later at the after party. My bridesmaids all loved their make-up too which is not always typical with other wedding MUA's - usually all the effort is on the bride and bridesmaids get a generic application. But not with Serena! She truly takes pride in her work and wants the whole bridal party to feel and look their best and listened to each individual bridesmaid's vision and tailored the make-up to them. You can't go wrong with Serena for your wedding day make-up; I highly recommend booking her!

Serena is absolutely amazing! She made me feel 100% confident on the most important day of my life. She is so kind, and gives you exactly what you want. I have gotten my make up done a few times before, and always have to make adjustments but with her it was absolutely perfect. It lasted all night, and I received so many compliments. I can't wait for another big event so she can do my make up again.

Steph D.

Serena is the BEST. I met her back in the beginning of 2020 for my wedding make up trial and immediately booked her. Sadly we had to postpone 3 times, thankfully Serena was available for all my new dates. We finally got to have our wedding and the day could not have gone better. I feel like Serena wasn't just my make up artist, she became my friend this last 2 years. My wedding day make up was 10/10 and all my bridesmaids said "this is the best I've ever felt" after seeing their make up in the mirror. We got compliments all night and I would recommend Serena to anyone who is getting married! We actually just booked her again for my cousins wedding in May and I can't wait to get my make up done again by her :)

Tiffany L.

Serena was awesome and so sweet ! She did my makeup for my wedding, She was super easy to talk to and she made time to make sure that I was happy with everything. Before the big day I had a pimple crisis and she made sure to tell me that everything would be ok and she would still be able to cover it if it was still there on the day of. She recommended a great hairstylist for my girls. The makeup felt light and stayed put for the whole day / night even the next day with out smudging ! The only thing i reapplied was my lip gloss. Mind you my wedding was in Temecula in September so it was around 95- 100 degrees that day. When I washed my face It was easy to take off and I didn't break out after in the days to come. This was huge for me because every time I got my makeup done previously by other places I would always break out for the next couple weeks. Next time I need makeup I will def. be calling her. Thank you !

Alyssa P.

I have to start off this review by saying (1) Serena is AMAZING, (2) Serena is the sweetest and so talented, and (3) Serena is the ONLY person that has ever done my makeup where I didn't have to run and touch something up or make small tweaks afterwards. I am sooo particular about my brows and she did them PERFECT on the first try. (P.S. she also uses the best products and even influenced me to buy a few!!!) She was so patient and understanding when we had to postpone multiple times due to COVID. When our day finally came she was punctual and made me feel so calm and at ease despite so much craziness and anticipation. Between her and her assistant, she did MUA for me, 9 bridesmaids, and 4 moms ALL before 11:30AM. My wedding makeup was beyond gorgeous. I looked like an enhanced version of myself and I've never felt more beautiful in my entire life. My makeup and lashes lasted allll day until I peeled them off at 3AM. I will MOST definitely be using Serena in the future when I want to look beautiful!!

Brooke A.

Serena did my make up for my wedding and she made me look and feel like a goddess! We did a trial session to work out the kinks of how we wanted the final product to look and she even ordered special products upon my request to make sure everything was perfect. The day of the wedding she was so calming, patient, understanding and just an all out super star! She made everyone feel so comfortable in her chair and everyone felt so confident in their make up after having visited her. I would 100% recommend her and use her again for any big event I needed make up done for! Thanks for making me feel and look my best on my big day!

Hailey D.

Amazing, talented, sweet, professional... Serena made me feel like the most beautiful bride ever. She listened to everyone of us about what we wanted for our makeup and she went over and beyond. If you want to be able to trust someone to help make your special day stress free and amazing I would definitely go with Serena!! She will NOT DISAPPOINT! Cause I know you're going to book an appointment with her for your wedding day makeup ask her about Chloe!! Chloe did my wedding hair and all of my bridesmaids and did not discount either! They are an amazing team and work great together!

Serena was amazing! I had to postpone my wedding due to Covid, and my original MU wasn't available for my rescheduled date. She recommended Serena and I'm so glad she did! She is so sweet and was so flexible with everything going on. I was so glad to have her on my wedding day!

Mony S.

Love the makeup that Serena did for my family photos! I flew down to Temecula from San Francisco to visit family and take our family photos. I was concerned I couldn't find a makeup artist last minute but Serena was luckily available that weekend despite her busy schedule. Thanks Serena!! Love how my makeup was done and how it looked in our family photos!

Kelsey D.

I can not say enough positive things about Serena! She's been doing my make up for every special occasion over the last 3 years, from showers to weddings she's made me feel beautiful every time! If your looking for someone who takes pride in their work and makes you feel comfortable and beautiful she is definitely your girl!

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Blushing Bellas Beauty

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I cannot say enough amazing things about Alex and her incredible team of stylists! I'm a planner by…read morenature, so I booked most of my wedding vendors more than a year in advance and finding a great hair and makeup team was one of my top priorities!! I reached out to a few stylists, but Alex was one of the first to respond, and from the very beginning, she stood out to me. Not only was her work stunning, she patiently educated me about the process, was fully transparent and gracious with her pricing, and made sure I knew exactly what to expect! Her communication was absolutely top-notch, she was always quick to respond, and even answered random bridal questions I threw her way (like asking for a wedding planner recs -- shoutout to Cassie @ClassyKayEvents!) Alex was truly there for me every step of the way and made the entire process so easy and stress-free. Beyond Alex herself, her team was just as wonderful! From my bridal preview to the wedding day, they were my ultimate hype women. Kaitlyn (makeup) and Jesica (hair) were both so talented, kind, and professional. They not only made me look amazing, but also made me feel so supported and confident. I should mention -- I'm not a hair and makeup girl at all. I usually only wear makeup for special occasions, and even then it's pretty minimal. But these ladies made me feel so beautiful that I actually wish I did my hair and makeup more often! Also my skin can be temperamental but after their application, I had zero issues. On the day of the wedding, the team was early, organized, and ready to go. Alex had created an incredible timeline for all 11 of my bridesmaids, and her team (Kaitlyn, Jesica, Kari, and Karina) worked seamlessly together to keep everything running smoothly. They were not only efficient but also so sweet and willing to help with anything that popped up. I'm unbelievably impressed and beyond grateful to Alex and her amazing team! They made me feel so beautiful, calm, and special on one of the most important days of my life. My only regret is that I can't relive it all again!

I called to book hair and makeup for a masquerade event. Alex quickly responded "happily to inform…read moreme" that the time and date I requested were available...only I never heard from her again!!! For weeks I called, texted, emailed, commented on posts trying to confirm. Nothing. Two days before my event, I desperately reached out. Again, no response! Not a word from Alex and no explanation why she completely ghosted me. I definitely would NOT recommend Blushing Bella's, absolute lack of professionalism and common courtesy. If I could leave zero stars, I would.

Alyssa Nicole Make-up - Wedding Makeup :)

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I found a microblading god!!! So just to be clear, I was incredibly nervous for this appointment,…read morethis is permanent tattooing on my face... it's a big deal! A friend had recommended Alyssa and I looked at her instagram page and loved the results from her previous clients and my friends results. When I arrived I almost instantly felt at ease. Alyssa was so sweet and reassuring and walked me through all the steps! She is quite the perfectionist on sketching out your brows- BUT WE LOVE THAT! After a few different sketches of both brows we were both pleased with the blue print she sketched! So, it is going to hurt when she first starts... But hold on!! The beginning is the worst part! Alyssa was ready to stop if I needed a break and was so calming and soothing. She made conversation to help distract me too! In no time the worst part was over and she applied the numbing cream and I was instantly numb. The rest of the session was a breeze! I am so in love with my results and it's only been 24 hours. If you're tired of doing your brows everyday please do yourself a favor and schedule with this brow queen! You will not regret it, I PROMISE! Can't wait for my touch up! :)

I am so glad we chose Alyssa for our special day. She did an incredible job on my bridesmaids and…read moremade us all feel like we were besties since forever. Her talent is unmatched and she kept our party on time for the wedding. She was professional and her knowledge of the industry really shows in the work she does and how she professionally handles the day. I was nervous that we were going to run behind, but Alyssa was on top of it and suggested the right amount of time so we were not rushed and can truly enjoy the best day of my life. I would recommend her 100 times over anyone in the industry because I trust her completely. If you book with Alyssa you will be the happiest bride enjoying the most special day ever and she will make sure of that. Thank you Alyssa!

Knight & Veil Hair and Makeup

Knight & Veil Hair and Makeup

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I had Knight and Veil do the hair and makeup for me, my bridesmaids, my mom, and my husband's mom…read morethis past weekend for our wedding. They were fantastic. I had messaged a ton of different hair and makeup artists when I was first looking to book a team for our wedding. It was shocking to me how many never responded or failed to answer even basic questions. Kelly (the owner of this business) was quick to respond and answered all of my questions from the beginning. She always responded within a day or so when I sent her an email and made sure to address all the questions I sent her. She made the process and easy one. I had three girls do our hair and makeup - Jami did makeup, Chelsea did hair, and Rosy did both (including mine). They were all fantastic and made everyone look gorgeous. They showed up on time and worked quickly, so even with 8 people getting services, we stayed on schedule. They also were so much fun to hang out with and chat with. Their prices were reasonable ($240 for hair and makeup including airbrushing and eyelashes) and I was so happy with how everyone looked. I highly recommend Knight and Veil for your wedding!

Kelly and the Knight and Veil team were phenomenal to work with for my wedding. Kelly was very…read morecommunicative leading up to the wedding so I knew exactly what the morning would look like. Laura and Jami arrived early on my wedding day and completed all of our hair and make-up with plenty of time to spare! Laura completed each hair style perfectly and Jami was able to provide beautiful to each girl, matching pictures flawlessly. I could not recommend this team more for your wedding day. Everyone was relaxed, laughing and enjoying the morning before the chaos begins! I could not have asked for a better team

Thomas Edward Salon & Dry Bar - Stylist, Harold specializing in Ethnic Hair

Thomas Edward Salon & Dry Bar

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Hands down one of the BEST hair and makeup experiences we've ever had!…read more From start to finish, our experience at Thomas Edwards Salon in Temecula was flawless. We shared our inspiration photos for both hair and makeup, and Alena and Mercedes absolutely brought our vision to life--with a level of care, artistry, and professionalism that exceeded all expectations. Alena, who did our hair, was simply phenomenal. She carefully walked through the inspo photos we provided and made thoughtful suggestions based on our face shapes and event needs. I told her I wanted volume at the crown, but still needed a style that would hold all night long--and wow, did she deliver. My hair stayed perfectly in place for 12+ hours, with lightweight hairspray that didn't feel stiff and a secure yet gentle hold using bobby pins. Alena's approach was kind, open, and collaborative, and her execution was perfection. I truly felt beautiful and comfortable the entire night. Mercedes, who did our makeup, was equally amazing. She matched our references exactly--giving my daughter a fresh, natural glow, and giving me a smoky glam look with a subtle shadow wing that was elegant and dramatic without being overdone. She even added a touch of body oil on exposed areas for that extra touch of radiance! Her attention to detail and commitment to making us feel confident and camera-ready was incredible. The reviews were right--these ladies are magic. I live in San Diego, and I will happily make the drive back to Temecula for my next event. Yes--even if it means going all the way back to downtown SD. They are that good. And a big thank you to Brenda for setting us up with these two gems! You've got a dream team at Thomas Edwards Salon, and we're already looking forward to our next visit.

I guess they are out of business. They will not respond to my multiple attempts to contact them,…read moreand I have several prepaid blowouts.

Leah Ting Makeup & Hair Design - Makeup by Leah Hair By Mariah Photo Credit AMD Photography

Leah Ting Makeup & Hair Design

(33 reviews)

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I do not even know where to begin with how wonderful Leah and Brittany are…read more I hired Leah to do hair & makeup for myself and my bridal party, and from start to finish, she was an absolute joy. My trial went flawlessly, and Leah made me feel so unbelievably comfortable right from the start (she is also a perfectionist - which is something you will appreciate on your wedding day). I can honestly say that her and her co-worker, Brittany, were one of the biggest reasons my wedding day was as special as it was. Not only did they make us LOOK beautiful, but they made us FEEL beautiful. My advice for brides-to-be is DO NOT SKIMP ON THIS SERVICE! Leah and her team are more than worth the cost (also, splurge and get the airbrush, it's amazing). Even before the day of, Leah was such a huge support and I don't know how many times she talked me off the ledge or out of my stress (which wasn't even her responsibility) about the wedding. She gave me a list of "nice to haves" which came in SO MUCH handy the day of. Leah and Brittany listened to our every want and need, and completely brought each of our hair and makeup visions to life on my wedding day. I changed and added things (like a true bridezilla) up until the very last minute and Leah accommodated me, no questions asked. Not to mention they stayed for extra time to make sure we were all touched up for photos. If I could recommend her 1,000x a day, I would. An absolute 10/10 experience, from start to finish. I can't thank Leah and Brittany enough for all they did. Don't even think or blink twice about hiring them!

This review is way overdue! But I had the pleasure of working with Leah last summer for my mother's…read morewedding anniversary. She did the make up for myself and two other girls, while her partner/friend (I can't remember her name but she was also very nice) did our hair! I had my initial contacts with her through yelp and she was always able to respond and answer my questions very quickly. There were a few times I waffled on some stuff (as the communication with the two other girls I was trying to book for would change) but she was very patient and professional. I was able to book her for a Saturday morning. Leah traveled to our hotel room and was very prompt and arrived on the dot of our agreed time. I have to admit, I was kind of hungover from the festivities that took place the night before, but she was just very pleasant and really nice. Normally I wouldn't like being around people when I have those type of mornings, but she was just super chill. She listened to my makeup preference and did a great job with the airbrush application. She even recommended some makeup products and techniques. It was a very good experience and Leah and her hairdresser were so personable that it was like getting your prep done by a close friend! She would even show us funny videos on her phone. We felt really comfortable with her. The results were worth every penny and I am so glad we got the opportunity to work with her. I absolutely can't believe I forgot to yelp about this but I wish I could give them six stars! We were getting compliments left and right. Thanks Leah for the awesome experience and results! We definitely have you in mind for any upcoming events in the future!

Makeup by Serena - makeupartists - Updated May 2026

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