Grace and her team were exceptional for my bridal party and me during my wedding last June. I was…read morelucky to work with Olivia from the studio, who helped me during my trial session and during my wedding day. She was communicative throughout both processes, always checking in to make sure that I was happy with the results. She also gave me great make up and skincare tips during my trial to help me feel my best during the wedding day. Grace's team's aesthetic is focused on a soft glam look, which made my bridal party and me feel like a done up version of ourselves. The looks also held up well despite having our wedding be on a hot June day in SoCal. Would absolutely go back to Grace's team for future makeup needs!

I came across Grace Lin through Yelp and noticed a few of my friends follow her on Instagram. Her…read moreportfolio photos looked absolutely flawless, so when I wanted to refresh my own hair and makeup skills with a private lesson, she was the obvious choice. I emailed her, and she got back to me super quickly. On the day of the lesson, she showed up right on time. I liked her personality too, she was very personable and friendly. You can tell how experienced she is from the way she demonstrates her techniques. We went through everything from full makeup to hair, and we recorded the whole session. I've been rewatching the videos over the last few days to practice. I picked up so many helpful tips I hadn't thought about before, like better ways to shape and enhance my eyebrows, better bronzer application, and little tricks for both hair and makeup. She also mentioned she'd send over a list of recommended tools afterward (I definitely realized I'm missing a few things, like stuff for crimping hair). It was valuable to go back to the basics with her guidance and see exactly how to level up my everyday techniques. Highly recommend if you're looking to improve your skills!

I cannot rave enough about Cynthia! She did makeup for my mom and I the morning of my wedding, and…read moreshe absolutely exceeded our expectations! My makeup was flawless, with the perfect balance of glam and natural. I felt so beautiful and confident the entire day. My makeup also lasted all night long without a single touch-up needed. Cynthia made my mom look stunning as well; we both felt like the best versions of ourselves. Beyond her artistry, she was warm, patient, and such a calming presence on my wedding morning. Cynthia is also an excellent communicator and responsive to questions and discussing ideas for various looks. If you're looking for someone who listens, delivers, and truly elevates your whole experience, she's the one. I couldn't recommend her more!

Florist here! I had to write a review on Cynthia's beautiful work on one of my brides whose wedding…read morewas this weekend at Anaheim Hills Country Club. Our shared bride, Caitie, as well as all her bridesmaids, looked absolutely stunning! I've worked many weddings but was very taken aback at how glowy and seamless all of their hair and makeup was at this event. Normally after standing in the sun and dancing, the wedding party begins to look a bit weathered with natural wear and tear on the overall look, especially with eye shadow smearing, etc. Cynthia and her team, on the other hand, did FANTASTIC work, with everyone looking flawless until the very end of the night! Her and her team have such a beautiful talent of accentuating each woman's natural beauty and features while still keeping everthing natural, but elevated. The blush, the highlight, and more specifically the EYES were all just perfect throughout the entire day. I wish I'd known about this team before my own wedding in 2024, and I will absolutely be referring her to all our future clients.

I scheduled a month ago for my nieces party. Two sisters for hair and makeup and 11:00. One would…read morebe getting hair while the other makeup and then switch. I text Liz to ask if they can add my sister at 10:00 for hair and makeup and she confirmed yes. I have all the proof on my text. Then a few days before I asked if they could do my hair at 9:30 no makeup and they were nice enough to accommodate me (or so I thought) fast forward to day of our big event. Yes I was running late and they moved it down that was my fault. But when my sister got there at 10:00 they started asking for one of my nieces saying one of them was suppose to be at 10:15. My sister called me on speaker and Liz was very rude and unprofessional. She totally made my sister feel so uncomfortable on a very important day for her and her daughters. It made me so upset that the start of their big day was ruined by how rude they were being treated and how Liz was yelling at me on the phone. I sent screenshots to my sister so she can show them proof of all our conversations. Liz dismissed it still blaming me. I told my sister here is the text she sent me with prices because I have a feeling she's going to try to charge you more. Sure enough my sister said she tried to charge her more. Upon seeing my nieces to get them in their quinceñera dress I could not believe the makeup that was done on them. I could have done a better job. They slapped sloppy glitter on top of their eyelids and put on cheap eyelashes. Their makeup looked lfar from special and the girls were so disappointed they almost cried. This "beauty bar" is not for a special occasion! Avoid at all cost. You will be disappointed. The makeup artist is nicer than Liz that's for sure but does not do quality work. Pay more for makeup because a cheap price comes with cheap makeup and hair . Update! The business intended to clarify but they are wrong. The attitude of Liz ruined what was suppose to be a special moment for my sister and nieces! There was no need to be rude and yell at me on the phone!

If you're looking for a spa, check this place out. This spa is clean and centrally located in…read morePasadena with reasonably comparable prices. I love coming here for facials and to touch up my brows. I utilize the services of Julie, who is very attentive to detail and your personal skin care needs - this is your go to person. For my facials, I let her take the lead and go with what she feels my skin needs. I have never had any issues from the products used and I have always been satisfied with the outcome. I'm not going to lie, the extractions hurt but they're necessary so just grit your teeth and the process will be over before you know it. This spa is located in a plaza with a very ample parking lot. It is monitored so make sure you pay for your parking (I believe the first 30 or 90 mins are free...forgot the deets on that) or you will come back to a ticket. If you're in a need of a snack before your appointment, there are several coffee shops you will pass before reaching the spa. Appointments are required as is a deposit for services.

I had a really great experience at NS Secret Salon! Everyone there is so nice and welcoming, it…read morehonestly made the whole experience even better. My mom and I got our makeup and hair done, and we were both super happy with how everything turned out. Armine did our makeup and she did such an amazing job--she really listened to what we wanted and made us feel so pretty. The makeup looked flawless and lasted all day. Vard did our hair and it came out perfect! It matched the makeup so nicely and stayed in place the whole time. Also, Nune was so kind and such a nice person--she made us feel really comfortable and taken care of. You can tell the people there really care about what they do and their clients. We felt so comfortable the whole time. Definitely recommend this place--we'll for sure be back!

Have been getting my services done at this salon for many years, the staff is very professional and…read moreso welcoming. Truly one of a kind salon, highly recommended by me!! Thank you to every single member

I found Isabella on Yelp and reached out through Yelp search! She is quick and timely with her…read moreresponses! I admire her passion and effort put into her work and suggestions on how to enhance your features! I went to her first for bridesmaid hair and makeup, loved her work and ended up going back to her for hair toner and another bridesmaid hair session 2 months later!

I've been seeing Isabella since 2019, back when she was in Old Town Pasadena. She has an incredible…read moreeye for color and truly knows what suits you. I've tried other stylists who attempted to replicate the same looks, but no one has ever nailed it the way Isabella does. She takes her time to explain her process, gives honest feedback about what's realistic, and always makes sure the end result complements you. I've never received this many compliments on my hair until I started seeing her. I love her work so much that I even had her do my makeup for a work photoshoot. I highly recommend Isabella, you won't regret it!

Kristie and her team provided hair and makeup services for my wedding, including bride, bridemaids,…read moregroom, and the mothers of the bride and groom. Before the wedding, I had a trial with Kristie at her salon. I really liked the high quality products she used, and she was very careful and took her time to do a good job. She was collaborative, receiving feedback and trying different things. Her makeup style is natural and polished, highlighted with shimmer and feminine colors. She has an eye for what will look nice when photographed. After the trial, Kristie remained responsive, and I mostly communicated with her over text and email. Her pricing was competitive with or even more affordable than other HMUAs of similar style. We had a large group needing hair and makeup, but she assembled a team of experienced professionals and created a schedule to stagger everyone. My party's hair and makeup looked beautiful; everyone still looked very much like themselves, just enhanced. My groom has a perm, and he was pleased with Kristie's styling which made his hair look full and neat in photos. My hair style was an elegant up-do and the face framing curls were gorgeous. My makeup stayed on all night, even after a lot of dancing. I am so pleased to have found Kristie for my wedding. We look so timeless in photos and felt great because of her and her team!

I found Kristie on Yelp, but I communicated with her via email at first. Then leading up to the…read morewedding date, we were texting. I helped plan a wedding, and the bride decided to hire Kristie to take care of the mothers and the bridesmaids. Kristie courteously agreed even though she did mention she handles mostly brides. The location was outside of Temple City, so there was a travel fee. Leading up to the wedding, there was one hiccup that caused me so much anxiety. All the girls were asking me what time to show up, but I literally didn't have an answer because Kristie didn't tell me. She was busy and didn't give me the schedule until the night before the wedding. We were scheduled to start at 7 AM because there were 6 of us, but only two people are getting worked on at a time. Some girls showed up at 6:50 AM super tired but didn't get worked on until 9 AM. I felt so bad. They could have slept in. The results though were good. The girls felt their requests were handled. One girl needed to use her own make up due to sensitive skin, and Kristie obliged. Kristie had one assistant (Amy?), and they even used the hair pieces that the bride provided. Thank you, Kristie and assistant!

I've had two experiences with Kelly Zhang Studio- one as a bridesmaid and one as the bride, and I…read morewas so happy with both experiences! Booking and communication was easy and seamless- shout out to Caroline for making the whole process smooth and stress-free! I communicated with Caroline through email to select an artist, schedule a trial and the wedding day, and etc.! She was so patient with me when I didn't have specific details, and never made me feel rushed or frazzled. The artist I ended up going with was Kirsten, and I could not be happier! She was so kind and warm, and she's so good at what she does. Seriously, no notes because the end results made me feel the most beautiful I've ever felt :') 1000% recommend Kelly Zhang Studio for your hair and make up needs!

I have never felt more beautiful in my entire life than on the day of my wedding. Valarie did an…read moreAMAZING job on my hair and makeup. Booking: booking with Kelly Zhang studios was very easy and straightforward. The packet that they send you is very transparent on the cost of service. My communication with Nancy was punctual and professional. It was also very easy to pay for my services, with reminders of deadlines. Pre-wedding: I did do a makeup and hair trial with Valarie a few months prior to the wedding. It isn't included in the wedding packages, however, I am so grateful I did it because it gave me time to discuss with Val what makeup and hair looks I wanted/liked and how they'd compliment the vibe of my wedding/wedding dress. And also a second day in my life where I felt absolutely gorgeous. Would highly recommend spending some extra money for this. Val was receptive to my feedback and accepted the fact that I was not very adept at makeup/not used to it. She took that in stride and somehow created the vision I wanted, but way better. I teared up the day of my trial imagining self walking down the aisle. Val was also so friendly, it was easy to open up to her and we just talked for 3 hours about everything!! It made it so non-awkward and I really appreciated that. Day of: Val did hair and makeup for myself and 2 other people, one being my mom. My mom, who does not normally wear makeup and is picky about her makeup, could not stop gushing about how beautiful she felt and how flawless her skin looked. Val absolutely nailed it. My sister, who often does her own makeup and was nervous about having someone else do it, was also stunned by Val's makeup and hair. For me, I literally tell my husband everyday that I'll never be that beautiful again. My skin was flawless, and I have a few scars from prior acne, but my base didn't feel caked on. It felt light and natural. My makeup lasted all night, with a few touch ups of powder and lipstick that Val provided me. I definitely cried the waterworks and my makeup did not smudge at all!! My updo lasted until the very end after I had been on my dance floor for 2.5 hours straight. Post wedding: no breakouts! My initial pictures taken by guests made me look stunning (and these aren't even the professional ones!) Would highly recommend Val and Kelly Zhang studios. They are professional, listen to your desires, but also are willing to take some creative direction if you aren't a pro in makeup or hair. If you want to feel absolutely gorgeous, stunning, beautiful, radiant, and beyond satisfied with your hair and makeup, go with Val & Kelly Zhang studios! Will absolutely be asking Val for all my professional makeup needs in the future!

I've been seeing Candice for yearss and she helped me achieve the most beautiful color when I was…read moreblonde. Even now that I'm not the color I used to be I still love seeing her for my color and cuts. I definitely recommend booking with her, she's the most patience, understanding and talented person there.

I've been going to my hairstylist Candice (Candy) for over 10 years, and I honestly can't imagine…read moretrusting anyone else with my hair. She always gives me the BEST haircuts and color -- everything looks natural, flattering, and grows out beautifully every time Not only is she incredibly talented, but she's also one of the sweetest and most professional people ever. She truly listens to what you want, gives honest recommendations, and always makes the whole experience feel relaxing and enjoyable. After 10 years, she still exceeds my expectations every single visit. Highly recommend to anyone looking for someone talented, trustworthy, and genuinely passionate about what she does!

I have followed Kazuyo over the past few years and she's always been great! Love that she cuts my…read morehair perfectly and knows the best hair length and style for my face shape. She's very efficient and the washes are great. Love that she carries Milbon products as well. Parking is super easy and the salon is very clean.

I made an appointment for the 50-minute head spa with the added on blow dry and it was so relaxing!…read moreMy hair feels so light and my scalp all feels so clean! Love that I got to choose the essential oils that would be infused in the jojoba oil for the head massage. The jasmine and sweet orange smelled so good! I definitely fell asleep in the relaxing chair with the constant massage, flowing waterfall, and eye steam mask!

I cannot recommend this makeup artist and hairstylist enough! From the moment we started…read morecommunicating, everything felt professional and well organized. She really listened to what I wanted and offered helpful suggestions based on my face shape and style. The makeup was flawless, lightweight, and photographed beautifully. The hairstyle held perfectly all day and still looked great at night. I also had permanent makeup done and I'm beyond happy with the results. The process was clean, gentle, and explained step-by-step so I felt very comfortable. The final look is natural and enhances my features without looking overdone.

I really enjoyed working with Angela and her team. When I first met Angela for my trial session, I…read morewas incredibly nervous because make up is not my forte, but once I started talking to her I felt instantly at ease. She has such a sweet and fun presence where you didn't feel intimidated. It felt like chatting with a really close friend. And even though we had such great conversations going, she kept it very professional and made sure we got the look I was going for. I gave her some inspiration photos and she nailed it. I felt so elegant and beautiful after she finished. (Pics attached) I also really appreciated that she was so open to feedback and did not make me feel like 'she knew better.' She was also able to work with the hair accessories I brought and made it fit perfectly with the hair style I envisioned. Though I only went for a trial, right after the session, I immediately knew I wanted her for my wedding. And on the wedding day, she and her team did a stellar job. They came on time, got right to work, and there were 0 hiccups. My entire bridal team loved their look and I am so grateful for choosing this team. Thank you so much Angela/Beauty in Motion for everything!!