The Best Makeup Artists in Auckland

Updated 14 Sept 2021

Choosing a makeup artist for your wedding – or indeed for any occasion – can mean looking at hundreds of options in Auckland alone. Ultimately, you need to find someone you trust and get along with, and who can provide you with assurances of experience that you need.

Our guide to makeup artists available in the Auckland area has been put together so you can make a fully-informed decision.

Our Auckland Makeup Artist Guide Includes:

How Much Does a Makeup Artist Charge?

A make-up artist will charge different rates depending upon many factors including experience, location, and the level and what you require from them. Many will offer a package including a pre-wedding or event trial, which will be paid, while others offer this as a separate option. You will also need to factor in the cost of having your hair done. This is a general guide to rates for Auckland Makeup Artists that should help you.

Wedding Makeup Bride - $200 to $400 (includes trial)
Wedding Hair Bride - $250 to $400 (includes trial)
The above prices are general, and if you need bridesmaids included half the above rate will generally apply

How Can I Get the Best Price for Auckland Makeup Artist Services?

Book for All – If you ask the makeup artist to work with the bride, bridesmaids, mother of the bride and any other parties, you may find there is a discount involved.
Use Your Regular – Your regular hairdresser may be able to offer you a great price on wedding hair, and if you use a beauty salon, ask them for help too.
Stay Local – Local or mobile is the most economical way to go.

What to Ask a Makeup Artist in the First Instance:

There are a number questions to ask a makeup artist you have your eyes on. In the first instance, they should have an Instagram account which profiles all their recent client photos. Instagram is arguably the best way to decide if you like what you see. Beyond that, there'a few question you can ask:

How long will they take to do all you require? This is essential to plan your wedding day or other event with precision
Is everything included in the price, or are there extra charges? Find out what you're paying for and what makeup brands are used

Further Questions to Ask When Choosing an Auckland Makeup Artist
Now that you have narrowed down your options, there are a few further factors to think about:

Always ensure they offer a trial – and perhaps a pre-trial – as part of the deal, as it is the deal-breaker in some cases.
Ask for customer testimonies and talk to the brides who have used their services.
Make sure the makeup artist understands what you need and want, and when.
Share with them the outfit you will be wearing on the day, so they get a feel for the look you require.
Ask yourself, do you find the person easy to get on with, and do you feel you can trust them?
Do they do both hair and makeup or are they part of a team?
Are they available on that day and willing to commit to it?

Ultimately, this is your big day and you want everything to be right, so choosing a makeup artist who you trust and believe in is essential. Take care and time to select the right one.

10 Experienced Auckland Makeup Artists Available Right Now

Our list of Auckland makeup artists below, which is no particular order, covers professionals in Central, East, West, North and South Auckland. We have selected these based on their history of longstanding service within Auckland, location and data extracted from internet reviews on Google Business, Facebook, TradeMe Services and others.

No makeup artist company has paid to appear on this list, and MoneyHub.co.nz has no relationship with anyone below.

Melinda Makeup Artist

Melinda Makeup Artist is run by a freelance professional makeup artist that provides special occasions makeup to Auckland area. The business operates for more than nine years catering for weddings, TV, NZ fashion, fashion Editorials and catwalk.
Google Rating: 5.0/5
Base: Mobile only
Website: Melinda Makeup Artist
Facebook page: Melinda Makeup Artist
Email address: [email protected]
Phone: 021 949 090

What customers like:

Provides professional makeup tips
Patient and understanding artist
Has a positive attitude and is easy to get along with
Creates beautiful look using high-quality products
Efficient and talented makeup artist