Top tips for choosing a Vancouver makeup artist and hair stylist in 2026
How do you choose your makeup artist and hair stylist for your wedding day? There are so many options in Vancouver and sometimes it’s hard to know where to start!
Here are some tips for choosing your Vancouver makeup artist and hair stylist team for your wedding day:
Look and portfolios and reviews!
Starting your search by taking a look at different artists work (on Instagram, tiktok or their website!). Type in Vancouver makeup artists in the search bar and see what comes up! If you are looking for a specific look (natural makeup, glam makeup or something in between) make sure you are looking at that specific style!
Reviews are SO important! Do you have love an artists work but see no or minimal reviews? This is not always the best sign. It’s important to check reviews and see what other brides have said about the artists/company.
Make sure you book early, especially for weddings!
Vancouver makeup artists and hair stylists book up quickly (especially top bridal pros) books months (or even a year) in advance. Reach out as soon as you know your date! Peak wedding season is April-October.
Schedule a trial run
A trial lets you test the look you are wanting to see how the hair and makeup holds up in photos and natural light. It’s also a chance to meet you artist! It’s important to have reference photos prior to the trial.
Make sure the Vancouver makeup artist and hair stylist is professional and that you feel comfortable
A great hair and makeup artist should make you feel comfortable and listen your ideas, they should be able to adapt to your hair and makeup and not just replicate a photo.
Communicate what you are wanting clearly to the arist
Share any images, skin concerns or sensitivities that you may have. It’s important that you say your preferences with the look you are wanting!
If you are looking for a hair and makeup artist in Surrey, Vancouver and surrounding areas who specialize in soft, radiant and effortless glam, we got you!
