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Recent Makeup Artist reviews in Sydney

Maria is so lovely did an amazing job will defo be using again

Make up and lashes

$80

Absolutely amazing artist!! The looks Leora did well exceeded me and my friends expectations. Will definitely be booking her again!!

Make up artist for halloween party 29th October

$200

Maria did an incredible job! I'm glad we got to work together. The makeup look she done was exactly what i was after. definitely recommend!

Mobile makeup artist

$45

Leora was wonderful, had so much fun getting ready for my event and amazing makeup and hair

Hair and makeup

$200

Katherine is absolutely gorgeous and was absolutely amazing, she did such a good job. Thank you sooo much sweet heart. All the success for you my Darling. 😘

Makeup Artist

$150

What's the average cost of a makeup artist in Sydney

$125 - $300

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$125

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$170

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$300

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What do makeup artists do?

Hiring a makeup artist is the best way to reduce your stress and enjoy the lead-up to an event. They’ll meet you at your chosen location, whether it’s your home or a venue, and talk about the look you want to achieve. But the exact inclusions and process you can expect will depend on the type of makeup service you need. Here are some of the makeup artist jobs that you can expect from Taskers:

Bridal makeup

Most brides want bridal makeup that looks natural, is long-lasting, and photographs well. Your wedding makeup artist will use cosmetic products that are specially designed for this purpose. They’ll start with using a primer on your skin to provide a smooth surface for your foundation. Airbrush foundation is often used in bridal makeup to ensure full and even coverage without looking or feeling heavy. Your makeup artist will apply a long-wearing lipstick that complements your look. Finally, they’ll use a natural eyeshadow palette to enhance your eye colour, along with false eyelashes and waterproof mascara to frame your eyes.

Special occasion makeup

The biggest difference between special occasion makeup and bridal makeup is in style. While bridal makeup is often kept classic or natural, you can opt for a more glamorous or dramatic look for a special occasion. If you're attending a costume party, you can request special effects for a complete makeover. Your mobile makeup artist will still ensure a flawless finish that’s long-lasting so you can look great all day and night, whether you’re at your high school formal, awards night, or a special date. 

Hair styling

Many mobile makeup artists also have a hairdressing background and can help you with mobile hair styling as well. It’s a great way to save time and money, and keep things simple while you get ready for your special event. Your makeup artist will be able to create a cohesive look, with a hairstyle that matches your your dress, accessories, and your jewellery. They’ll discuss your preferred hairstyles, then use a range of products and tools to create your look, including a hair straightener, hair curler, hair pins, hair elastics, and hairspray.

Recent Makeup Artist tasks in Sydney

Makeup & Hairdo for 7AM Prewed Photoshoot

$150

Zetland NSW, Australia

15th Jun 2025

Hi All! I’m looking for a make up artist to do my make up & hairdo for an early 7am photoshoot this Saturday 21 June. I have Asian oriental face. Would like a versatile look to suit my formal gown & casual outfit. As for the hair, simple up do for the formal look and for the casual look i want to let the hair down. Will leave it to your creativity. I live in Zetland and will need to be at the Opera House at 7am, so the start time can be worked backwards from that depending on how long is needed. Happy to drive to your studio, if that helps make your offering more competitive. Note: photos attached are for reference, the models are not actually me

Fashion and hair stylist

$500

Sydney, New South Wales

8th Jun 2025

Task Title: Fashion Stylist/Barber Direction for Male Actor – Style Overhaul Description: Seeking a fashion stylist (preferably male or someone who styles male clients) to help create a strong, edgy look for a 20-year-old emerging actor. This includes: • In-person session week commencing 23rd June (Sydney – central or Northern Beaches) • Wardrobe styling (shopping budget of up to $1000) • Hair direction, including advising barber on cut and recommended styling products (e.g., hair powders, texture creams) • Lookbook or mood board including accessory direction (e.g., piercings, jewellery) • Style must suit both auditions and casting photos – polished but with edge Stylist can use images for their portfolio. NB … Please include a link to your styling portfolio or Instagram with your response. Budget: $500 for up to half a day (includes shopping and prep)

Hair styling

$150

Pyrmont NSW, Australia

23rd May 2025

Prepare hair for formal event.

Absolutely terrific!

Wanting a curly hair stylist / hairdresser ongoing - curly (dry) cut

$100

Rosebery, New South Wales

16th May 2025

Wanting to find a regular hairdresser who specialises in curly (dry) haircuts and styling. And ideally someone who can do foils. Happy to pay extra on the first appt for consultation and education on how to style and maintain curly hair. I have medium length, dark blonde and fine hair which is about medium curly. I usually have it coloured every 3-4 months with a half head of foils to brighten it up. Preference would be home salon due to budget, and local to inner Sydney. I live in Rosebery, so close by would be ideal.

Make up artist

$200

Marrickville NSW, Australia

14th May 2025

Need a Make up artist for an Event I have on that Evening

Was very good and helpful

Natural makeup for professional photo for African woman

$150

Ultimo NSW, Australia

7th May 2025

Professional photo for brown skinned African woman . Simple natural looking.

Hair and makeup artist

$150

Darlinghurst NSW, Australia

29th Apr 2025

Hair and makeup for an event

Makeup artist required

$200

Sydney NSW, Australia

21st Mar 2025

Makeup artist required for Monday 24 March 2025 in the city at 2pm who can do production makeup for three people who are doing a corporate style video / photo shoot.

Erica was great. Came on time and did job as expected!

Mobile hair style blow dry

$90

Botany NSW, Australia

18th Mar 2025

Need an experienced hair stylist to blow dry my hair for an event this upcoming Saturday. Have added images for what it needs to look like :)

Makeup/hair for wedding

$250

Surry Hills NSW, Australia

18th Mar 2025

Hi I’m getting married on 1st of May and I’m looking to get my hair and makeup done (photos added for reference) My wedding is at 2:30pm so will probably need someone to come to my house around midday! I’m also hoping to have a trial beforehand

Makeup for a special occasion

$150

Darlinghurst NSW 2011, Australia

11th Mar 2025

I need a natural but polished look, with false eyelashes, to be done around 10-11 am at Luana Marin Salon on Victoria Street Potts point where I will be having my hair done. I have a special function on that day and will need the makeup to last for the entire day until the evening.

when you work with Leora, she taps into your inner beauty and delivers a nuanced and beautiful result bespoke to you. She is all about subtle enhancement of beauty, exciting new products, vegan where possible and you can trust her to deliver on your vision. Will be recommending her to everyone. thank you for making me feel beautiful, XXX Klaudia

Make up services - fancy dress

$70

Surry Hills NSW, Australia

7th Mar 2025

Goth make up required for concert

Mobile Makeup Artist Needed for Thursday 27th 4am for 2 people.

$165

Sydney NSW, Australia

21st Feb 2025

Mobile Makeup Artist needed for 2 people, at 4am on Thursday 27th February. Location: Marriot Hotel Sydney CBD. I have attached a sample photo. Thanks Domi

Kavisha, such a pleasure to work with. Did an amazing job with our make up. Will recommend her. Thank you so much. 😊

Makeup artist for tomorrow

$100

Surry Hills NSW, Australia

19th Feb 2025

I need a makeup artist for tomorrow around 2 pm if someone can help me please 🙏🏼

Hair styled

$40

Waterloo NSW, Australia

19th Feb 2025

Needing hair styled like this for a wedding around 10am .

Drag makeup for Mardi Gras

$80

Darlington NSW, Australia

17th Feb 2025

Looking for a talented makeup artist to create a glamorous look for Mardi Gras! If you have experience with bold makeup and can help me bring to life a character for the parade please get in touch. I'll need you to bring makeup with you. Apply with an overview of your portfolio.

Drag Makeup

$500

Darlinghurst NSW, Australia

15th Feb 2025

My partner and I are looking for a drag hair and makeup artist for this years Mardi Gras Parade on the 1st of March

Make Up Artist for a party

$120

Forest Lodge NSW 2037, Australia

13th Feb 2025

I would like someone to come to my house to do my make up for a fancy dress party - theme is Vivienne Westwood from anarchy to elegance!! So all just a bit of fun. Want some big colour pinks and blues fancy eyes! Would need to be about 4.15 pm in forest lodge. 1 hour max.

KellyAnn is a real make up professional - she has studied it and worked in makeup for quite a few years. She is really lovely and very skilled and did a fantastic job for my party make up. I got lots of comments at the party about how great it looked! It was a total pleasure having her to do this task for me! Thanks KellyAnn!

$ BIG CASH $ 2NITE FOR HAIR STYLIST IN TAPE HAIR EXTEND INSTALL

$140

Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia

13th Feb 2025

**URGENT ASSISTANCE REQUIRED** 💰 I need a hair professional to install my brand new tape-in hair extensions tonight, ASAP. This is a last-minute request as I have a VIP event tomorrow morning. This is an easy job—there is no need for removal or retaping, as my hair is washed, fresh, and ready for application. **Application time: 30 minutes** I understand it’s short notice, so I’m offering an optional additional generous payment if you have time to blow-dry or style my hair afterward. This is entirely up to you if you're interested in making some extra income. I just need the extensions installed ASAP. I am located in the Surry Hills area, but I'm willing to travel to you. Please feel free to contact me anytime this evening until late. I look forward to discussing this with you soon! Thank you!

Hair Styling for Friday, 24 Jan 2025

$100

Potts Point NSW, Australia

15th Jan 2025

Looking for a professional hair stylist to help with an elegant up-do for an event on 24 January 2025. I have clip-in hair extensions to add volume and some pearl pins for a soft, classy look. My hair is quite thin and wispy, so I’m looking for someone experienced with fine hair and extensions to create a natural and polished style. Please bring your own styling tools (e.g., curling iron, brushes, hair spray, etc.). If you’re available and have examples of your work, please let me know your experience and quote. Location: Kings Cross, NSW Time and Date: Noon, Friday 24 January 2025 Visitor’s parking available in the building. Thanks in advance!

Michelle was amazing! She styled my hair beautifully for my wedding, achieving the exact look I wanted with volume and elegance, even with my fine, wispy hair. She worked seamlessly with my clip-in extensions, and the result was flawless. Beyond her talent, Michelle was also lovely to chat with, making the experience so enjoyable. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a professional, skilled, and friendly hairstylist.

Recent Mobile Makeup Artist tasks in Sydney

Mobile Makeup Artist Needed for Thursday 27th 4am for 2 people.

$165

Sydney NSW, Australia

21st Feb 2025

Mobile Makeup Artist needed for 2 people, at 4am on Thursday 27th February. Location: Marriot Hotel Sydney CBD. I have attached a sample photo. Thanks Domi

Kavisha, such a pleasure to work with. Did an amazing job with our make up. Will recommend her. Thank you so much. 😊

Mobile makeup artist

$45

Sydney NSW, Australia

10th Jan 2022

Looking for a mobile makeup artist for a fashion shoot. WHEN: 11:30am this Friday. WHERE: CBD (Sydney) If interested please insert your work below. - Due date: Needs to be done on Friday, 14th Jan 2022

Maria did an incredible job! I'm glad we got to work together. The makeup look she done was exactly what i was after. definitely recommend!

Mobile Makeup artist for full glam X 2

$220

Haymarket NSW 2000, Australia

16th Nov 2021

Looking for a make up artist for full glam make-up with false lashes and open hair for 2 women on Nov 27th between 3 and 5 pm at Sydney 2000 - Due date: Needs to be done on Saturday, 27th Nov 2021

Recent Wedding Makeup Artist tasks in Sydney

Wedding makeup

$45

Newtown NSW 2042, Australia

11th Nov 2022

Need my makeup done for my sisters wedding in Newtown by 3pm today Some kind of dewy look like shown

Wedding Makeup & Hair

$150

Sydney NSW, Australia

16th Mar 2022

Makeup & Hair Artist needed for Wedding on Sunday 17th April 2022. Ceremony starting 2:30pm. I am looking for an experienced wedding makeup & hair artist who is willing to accept less than the usual cost for job as we are on a strict budget. Simple, classic, natural look - (please see photo examples). - Due date: Needs to be done on Sunday, 17 April 2022

Wedding makeup and hair for me, mum and sister

$600

Mascot NSW 2020, Australia

4th Feb 2022

We are having a small registry wedding, but want to look nice (but natural). It will add to the special-ness of the day to have a professional help us to get ready! - Due date: Needs to be done on Saturday, 19th Feb 2022

Juli was an absolute star - she did a knock out job getting me, my sister and Mum ready for my wedding, with her amazing skills, kindness, patience and good humour. Highly recommend!