Cancel

Open app

Search

Urban Beauty Loft-Millbrae

4.8 (27 reviews)
ModerateMakeup Artists
Open 7:00 am - 5:00 pm

By appointment only

Services - Urban Beauty Loft-Millbrae

Makeovers

Makeup application

Urban Beauty Loft-Millbrae Photos

You might also consider

More like Urban Beauty Loft-Millbrae

Recommended Reviews - Urban Beauty Loft-Millbrae

Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
Yelp app icon
Browse more easily on the app
Review Feed Illustration

Reviews With Photos

Closer shot of the hairstyle Joey created for my wedding! Flower provided by our florist, Tanjeeryn Designs.
Pearl L.

Joey is AMAZING. She knows how to bring out a person's natural beauty, creating a look for you where you'll come out still looking like you, but like the best version of you that you could have ever imagined, with all your best features played up yet in perfect harmony with the rest of your face. I worked with her for hair and makeup for my wedding this past April and oh my goodness, I have never looked so beautiful in my entire life!! The makeup looked fresh and timeless - perfect for our springtime wedding and for our location. The hairstyle she created was beautifully detailed, elegant and sweet... and she had to adapt a bit since my hair had grown out in the months since our initial trial. She also created a second look that built on the first and was stunning for the evening, that was just a touch of glamorous without being too "much." And to top it all off, the makeup and hair LASTED through the entire day, with the morning hair/makeup somehow still looking amazing through a tearful first look, an outdoor ceremony in windy Half Moon Bay, an emotional tea ceremony, and an afternoon of traipsing around Half Moon Bay taking photos. The evening look she created lasted through the dozens of table toasts, more tearing up through parts of the reception, and lots of dancing, and somehow at the end of the night, I still looked gorgeous. Beyond the core styling skills, it was just great having her be a part of our day - Joey is so sweet and has such a relaxing presence and soothing personality so it was really nice starting the day with her and having her calm some nerves the morning of! Joey, I cannot thank you enough. Thanks to you, I truly felt like a bride that day.

Natural / sultry bridal makeup!
Jennifer L.

I am seriously so grateful that I found Joey for my wedding day hair and makeup. I went through at least 15 different bridal hair stylists/makeup artists and feel so lucky that I stumbled across Joey. I was looking for someone who was experienced with asian makeup and braided updo's and her portfolio had the best of both worlds. I knew that I didn't want to waste time (and money) going in for trials at multiple places so I wanted to be sure that whoever I picked for my trial would eventually be my makeup artist/hair stylist on the day of my wedding. After looking at her portfolio, and then reaching out to her with questions, I knew that she was everything I was looking for. Her price is pretty reasonable especially compared to other places in the SF area. I needed hair and makeup for myself, and then just hair for my 7 bridesmaids and then my mom, so I was able to get a package deal from her. I really appreciated her patience during our trial(s). Her trial session for the package I bought included 1 makeup trial and 2 hair trials, but the first time I went in for the trial I accidentally got there later than anticipated so we only had time to do 1 hair trial. That was probably a blessing in disguise because turns out the hair I originally envisioned (and had all over my Pinterest) was not suitable for my face. I voiced my concern and she told me that it was not a problem, and we can schedule to get my second hair trial done on a later day, and in the meantime I can continue to look for hair inspiration photos. I did just that, and went in way more prepared for my second trial. I showed her the look that I was going for and she tried to replicate the photos, but then when I looked at the final updo, I didn't really like how it turned out (it looked kind of messy and unnatural, and didn't fit my face at all). I communicated my thoughts and she immediately understood and spent another 30 minutes adjusting the look until I was satisfied to say "okay, I'm comfortable with this being my wedding look." On the morning of the wedding, I was super confident in Joey's makeup since I loved how it turned out during our trial, but I was a little nervous about my hair. Turns out, I didn't have to be because Joey went above and beyond and everything turned out so unbelievably perfect and amazing! She took all of my concerns during our trial session to heart and I was just so impressed and overwhelmingly pleased with how it turned out! I definitely recommend Joey to anyone looking for bridal makeup and hair! She's super friendly, patient, and professional, and not to mention extremely experienced. Thank you Joey and Mac (her assistant hair stylist) for both of your amazing work! I loved my hair & makeup, and everyone else loved their hair!

I normally would never post my own photo on Yelp, but I felt so beautiful thanks to Joey that I just HAVE to share
Elly L.

I had an opportunity to work with super talented Joey during a photo-shoot. When I first met Joey I was blown away by how sweet, kind and down to earth she was. Joey was very professional, knowledgeable, and skillful when it comes to make up and hair. I ended up booking her for my up coming wedding!!! I can't wait for her to doll me up again :)

Best makeup artist/hair stylist in Cali! Joey did my makeup and hair for my San Francisco City Hall wedding and it was perfect! She did exactly what I asked for and I loved both Hair and makeup. I would highly recommend her for your most special day...she's wonderful! :)

Christine S.

I can't thank Joey and her team enough for all the great work they did with the hair and make up of myself, my bridesmaids, my mom, and my mother-in-law for my wedding day. Joey also did my hair and make up for my engagement photos and really did a wonderful job for those photos as well. Joey does a great job listening to what you want and makes tweaks accordingly. By the time the wedding came around, she had my complete trust. On my wedding day, Joey and her team were on-time and even finished beautifying everyone a little early, which was great since it gave my bridal party a chance for a breather before photos Even better, Joey stayed with me until the end of the wedding ceremony, which made a huge difference since it was fairly windy that day and we had been spent 2 hours before the ceremony taking outdoor photos. Since our ceremony was also outdoors, it was great that Joey was there to freshen my hair and make up before the reception.

Wedding day hair & makeup by Joey (Photography: Airyka Rockefeller Photography http://www.airykarockefeller.com/weddings/)

See all

7 years ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

5 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

8 years ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

8 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Pearl L.
232
17
9

14 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

8 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

14 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

10 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Lee L.
9
107
78

14 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

15 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Emily L.
135
321
166

16 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Dao N.
0
10
1

15 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Cat U.
0
14
0

12 years ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 0
Love this 2
Oh no 0

8 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

15 years ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

12 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

11 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

9 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

10 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

12 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Sara Y.
50
36
0

15 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

16 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

15 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Amy S.
0
16
18

11 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

11 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

15 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

10 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

Ask the Community - Urban Beauty Loft-Millbrae

Review Highlights - Urban Beauty Loft-Millbrae

Originally JBeautique, I found Joey while perusing Instagram/Yelp and saw she was now a part of Urban Beauty Loft.

Mentioned in 26 reviews

Read more highlights

You might also consider

Verify this business for free

People searched for Makeup Artists 3,637 times last month within 15 miles of this business.

Verify this business

Aimee Makeup Artistry - Final bridal look

Aimee Makeup Artistry

4.9(148 reviews)
11.1 km
$$

I am truly, truly grateful for Aimee! From my trial for our engagement photos to my actual wedding…read moreday, she worked her magic and made me look and feel amazing. Her skill and artistry are incredible--she knows exactly how to enhance your natural beauty while making you feel completely at ease. On my wedding day, I was feeling under the weather, but Aimee worked her magic and made me look so fresh and radiant. I can't thank her enough for being so sweet, thoughtful, and caring throughout the entire process. She wasn't just my makeup artist--she was my fairy godmother!

Aimee is AMAZING! I am not that comfortable with makeup as I'm not very good at doing my own, but I…read morestill like to get done up. This creates a tricky balance of not feeling comfortable in a ton of makeup but still want enough to feel done up and special. Aimee absolutely nailed it! I felt SO truly beautiful allllll day on my wedding day and still 100% myself. I cannot thank her enough for helping me feel so beautiful on my special day. I did not know much that would be helpful going into our trial and she was able to find the perfect process for my makeup and deal with my mind changing on hair style with extensions seamlessly. Aimee is so so talented and was also such a joy to just be around! Whether hair and makeup makes you nervous like me or if you feel good in that space but are looking for the right person, I know Aimee can provide an excellent service! I recommend her so much that I'm going back to her for a lesson to try and learn from her expertise. So talented and a wonderful, positive person to start your wedding day with! Miss you already, Aimee!

Photos
Aimee Makeup Artistry - Trial hair

Trial hair

Aimee Makeup Artistry - From my trial !

From my trial !

Aimee Makeup Artistry

See all

Makeup By Bianca - Love the natural look

Makeup By Bianca

5.0(30 reviews)
3.5 km
$$

MY QUEEN B. My…read morerelationship with Bianca goes back to when my girlfriend recommended me to get some color at Sun Trenz for the summer (http://www.yelp.com/biz/sun-trenz-san-bruno-2#hrid:5DkqcF5VGFhHsGsvQqHTTA) To summarize, since day one, Bianca has given me nothing but honest recommendations in terms of how long to go into tanning, how to prevent burning, what lotions to try, etc. and I trust her with all beauty questions. I've seen photos of the make up she's done on others but I've never had an opportunity to go to anything special to get my makeup done. Well, lucky me. I had a last minute invite to a wedding and Bianca was down to do my make-up, schedule the day before. Can you say AMAZING? I was super excited and nervous at the same time because it's so hard to find a non-Asian MUA to do Asian make-up. You think I'm kidding but I'm not. I've had my make-up done by many make-up artists who I've seen do a great job on other faces but not on Asians. WELL, I AM VERY HAPPY WITH THE RESULTS. Bianca was well-prepared for the make up session, I didn't have to bring anything at all. And let me tell you, she made my face flawless and the way she contoured and worked with my facial structure -- I was very impressed. I couldn't stop staring at myself for the longest time :DDD We also did a spray tan the day before which gave me a nice summer bronze for the evening. We actually forgot a spot during my session but she recalled later and told me to come back and get it done again. Uhhhh-mazing, right? Who does that? And another client who had come in before me was asking to do a spray tan right after a regular tan and Bianca told her it wasn't a good idea because of the lotion and all and I just appreciate great customer service like B's. She could've made extra money there and then but she had the customer's interest at heart. Oh, and I got so many compliments on my make-up, you don't even know. Bianca is for sure my go-to gal for any future events. Love her!

Bianca was extremely talented and patient . As you all know , wedding makeup can be the most…read moreimportant part of your day and she did above and beyond. I was so stressed the day of and her calm demeanor put me at ease . She does beautiful work , so glad I had her for my wedding day.

Photos
Makeup By Bianca - Bridal Makeup

Bridal Makeup

Makeup By Bianca - Bridal Makeup By Bianca

Bridal Makeup By Bianca

Makeup By Bianca - Bridal Makeup

See all

Bridal Makeup

Glamour by Kary Li

Glamour by Kary Li

4.9(178 reviews)
15.1 kmIngleside Terraces
$$
Luxury
13 years in business

Working with Kary was one of the best decisions I made for my wedding. She and her assistant did…read moreabsolutely beautiful hair and makeup looks for me and three other women. She really brings out the best of your natural beauty in her makeup, and she can do such a wide variety of hairstyles well. My hair and makeup held up all night. Beyond that, Kary and her assistant were extremely caring and professional. Somehow I managed to give them the wrong address, but they figured out the right address and still arrived early. They also went out of their way to make me feel comfortable and relaxed on my wedding day. I highly recommend Kary!

I loved working with Kary and her husband, Eugene! She was incredibly patient throughout the…read moreprocess on the day of the wedding, especially since I'm pretty particular and not used to wearing a lot of makeup (she redid my lashes atleast 3 times, haha). My inspo also changed a lot from the trial to the wedding day, and she handled it so gracefully. The way she does skin is so dropdead gorgeous. I wanted you-but-better, flushed, fresh, dewy. She delivered on all aspects. She made me feel so beautiful, and the full-day service was absolutely worth it. I really appreciated the little videos she took throughout the day, and she took care of things I didn't think of-like holding my veil off my lipstick until it was Go Time, carrying my dress train on the long march to the ceremony area, assisting with photo posing (things like throwing the veil onto me). I highly recommend her services! Eugene was very responsive with scheduling and made everything easy!

Photos
Glamour by Kary Li
Glamour by Kary Li
Glamour by Kary Li

See all

Emily Wu Makeup & Hair Studio

Emily Wu Makeup & Hair Studio

5.0(58 reviews)
29.1 km
$$
Women-owned & operated
Established in 2006

I can't recommend Emily Wu enough! She was such a joy to collaborate with for my special day. I had…read morea general vision in my head, but I gave her a lot of artistic freedom and truly trusted her to create what would make me look my absolute best. She stayed within the lines of what I wanted while elevating it with her own expertise--and I was beyond thrilled with the outcome. I have somewhat difficult hair to style, and she worked with it as much as she could, never forcing it into something unrealistic. The final look came together beautifully. The winds picked up a lot throughout the day (way more than we expected!), and somehow my veil clip stayed perfectly secure the entire time. That alone felt like magic. I had so many people complimenting me on the street, and I can honestly say I've never felt more beautiful. I really appreciated how upfront she was about her needs and expectations ahead of time--there were no surprises on the day of. She was communicative and professional throughout the entire process, had me ready on time, and I never once felt rushed. She consistently checked in to make sure I felt good about the direction we were heading, which made the experience feel collaborative and reassuring. She was kind, personable, incredibly talented, and affordable. The only thing I was particularly specific about was my eyebrows--and we absolutely got them right! Thank you so much, Emily, for helping make my day so special. I'm so grateful! I can't wait to share my photos with her.

Emily is an excellent stylist who knows which makeup looks best on you and helps you with your…read morehairstyle, making your whole look perfect for your important day.

Photos
Emily Wu Makeup & Hair Studio
Emily Wu Makeup & Hair Studio
Emily Wu Makeup & Hair Studio

See all

Bun Bun Bridal Lab By Felicia Chang

Bun Bun Bridal Lab By Felicia Chang

5.0(385 reviews)
20.3 kmHayes Valley
$$

I would highly recommend Felicia to anyone looking for a wedding makeup artist. Felicia was…read moreprofessional, responsive, and wonderful to work with from start to finish. The trial session was incredibly helpful--Felicia took the time to understand my preferences and helped me feel confident and comfortable with the final look. On the wedding day, she was very responsible, well-organized, and calm, which made the morning run smoothly. The makeup turned out beautiful, natural, and camera-ready, and it held up perfectly throughout the city hall ceremony and photos. My family was extremely happy with the results and truly appreciated her attention to detail. Highly recommend Bun Bun Bridal for wedding makeup!

From the very first conversation to the final touch-ups on my wedding day, working with Felicia was…read morean absolute dream. She is incredibly talented, professional, calming, and truly understands how to enhance your natural beauty while still making you feel like the most elevated version of yourself. On such an emotional and important day, she brought a sense of calm, confidence, and warmth that made the entire experience feel effortless. My hair and makeup held beautifully all day and night, photographed flawlessly, and most importantly, I felt like me--just more radiant than I ever imagined. If you are looking for someone who is not only exceptionally skilled but also kind, reassuring, and genuinely invested in your happiness, look no further. I cannot recommend her enough. She played such a meaningful role in making my wedding day perfect, and I am forever grateful.

Photos
Bun Bun Bridal Lab By Felicia Chang
Bun Bun Bridal Lab By Felicia Chang
Bun Bun Bridal Lab By Felicia Chang

See all

Brides By Lydia - Details of the hair is flawless

Brides By Lydia

5.0(100 reviews)
20.3 kmCivic Center, Hayes Valley
Certified professionals
Speaks Mandarin

It was a pleasure working with Lydia. She is communicative, holds high standards for her craft, and…read moretruly enjoys what she does. She delivers results that reflect her clients' needs and personalities. I didn't have too many requirements for her and allowed her to work her magic. She did an excellent job. Her makeup enhanced my features without looking like a mask on my face. I felt beautiful while still feeling like myself. I also appreciated that she incorporated my feedback and made improvements to the makeup after the trial. On the day of the wedding, she arrived on time and provided me with many great tips for preserving the makeup. I also loved the hair she did -- it looked effortless, elegant, and fun.

Working with Lydia was one of the most calming and reassuring parts of my wedding day. From the…read morevery beginning, she brought such a warm and empathetic energy that immediately put me at ease. Weddings can be emotional and a little overwhelming, but Lydia was incredibly patient and supportive throughout the entire process. On the morning of the wedding, when nerves naturally kicked in, she didn't just do my makeup beautifully--she actually helped me calm down. Her presence was grounding, thoughtful, and genuinely caring. She took the time to listen, moved at a pace that felt comfortable, and made sure I felt confident and like myself. Beyond her obvious talent, what stood out most was her kindness and emotional intelligence. She understands that the day is about more than makeup--it's about how a bride feels. Thanks to Lydia, I felt relaxed, cared for, and truly ready to enjoy one of the most important days of my life. I couldn't recommend her more highly.

Photos
Brides By Lydia
Brides By Lydia
Brides By Lydia - Finished!

See all

Finished!

Urban Beauty Loft-Millbrae - makeupartists - Updated May 2026

Loading...
Loading...
Loading...