Question 1

How do I schedule an appointment?

Accepted Answer

You can book an appointment with our team by filling out the inquiry form on our contact page. Please provide your wedding date, getting-ready location, and the time you would like to be ready by. From there, we can set up our appointment time and send over the appropriate documents to secure your appointment. Click the link to take you there.

Question 2

I’ve done other bridal makeup trials and HATED it. 
What makes you different?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, a lot of makeup artists charge a hefty fee for a makeup trial and don’t really listen to what the bride wants, leaving them worried about how they’ll look on their wedding day.  We don’t do your typical “makeup trial.”  Instead, we do a strategy session. We talk about your skin type, your skincare routine, your makeup likes and dislikes, your bridal inspiration, and more. We then have a bridal preview. We consider everything to do a test run for your wedding day makeup. We take many photos so we can recreate it perfectly on your wedding day.

Question 3

Can I add on services day of?

Accepted Answer

We are always happy to accommodate add-ons on day of if time permits. All we ask is that the women who are contracted and scheduled be serviced first.

Question 4

I love your services, but still need a hairstylist. 
Can you recommend someone?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely, we have been doing do both hair and makeup for over 15 years.

Question 5

COVID Handling​

Accepted Answer

I will be taking Covid precautions extremely serious.  Please review this link to all the information that will be included in how we will be handling makeup sanitation​ and standards that my team and I will be following.   https://themakeupstandard.org/index.php/service/makeup-artist-sanitation-standard()

Question 6

What if people in my Bridal party have different lifestyles?

Accepted Answer

We will always accommodate and makeup sure to include everyone.  Without judgement.  I don't call it a marriage between same sex couples, I call it a marriage. Period!

Question 7

My friends and family need to look amazing too. 
Can you do my whole bridal party?

Accepted Answer

We specialize in cohesive bridal party makeup looks that compliment the bride and the whole vibe of the wedding. You can either choose a cohesive look for the entire party or let them have their own style.  This is completely up to you.

Question 8

Can you do my bridal shower/engagement shoot/rehearsal dinner makeup also?

Accepted Answer

Our brides are beauty-obsessed and want to look their best at every milestone event. With our Full Service Collection, you get a bridal preview, an additional makeup session with us for any of your other wedding events, and your wedding day makeup. Brides usually opt to do our strategy session/bridal preview on the day of their engagement party or engagement shoot, and the additional session before their bridal shower or bachelorette party.

Question 9

Do you do airbrush makeup and what is the difference between airbrush and regular foundation?

Accepted Answer

We offer airbrush makeup to all of our clients and cannot say enough about it. Seattle weather is always changing.  It can go from being hot, to humid, to torrential downpour and often this means conventional makeup can easily melt off.  We find airbrush makeup to be very effective for long-lasting, sweat-proof, transfer resistant, semi-matte finish. It is also effective in covering pigmentation and scarring with medium to full coverage without a heavy application. Some brides have had bad experience with airbrush in the past and are turned off thinking they will have a thick face of makeup made for TV Reporters. This is simply not the case in how we apply our product. In fact, most brides agree that airbrush makeup is actually less thick than what they wear on a daily basis and are pleasantly surprised with its durability and natural skin-like appearance. Airbrush makeup is a great choice for almost every bride and we highly recommend it for the best results.

Question 10

Can you handle everyone in my Bridal party if they're all different nationalities?

Accepted Answer

With years of experience and a keen eye for subtleties, we confidently approach any skin tone and ethnicity. Brides often choose Hawaii for their destination wedding, this means as Maui makeup artists we have to be diverse in our style skillsets. Read our reviews, we come highly recommended by Asian brides, African American Brides, Latina Brides, Filipina Brides, Indian Brides, and all women of color from every continent!

Question 11

I have frizzy, curly, and/or African American hair. How should I prep my hair?

Accepted Answer

For frizzy or curly hair types, we recommend a blow out prior to styling. This will help smooth and seal the cuticle for a long lasting style. Please let our team know if you will be needing this service prior to styling. For African American hair, we may recommend a silk press or press and curl prior to styling. Although we don't provide either of these services, we can definitely refer you to some amazing hairstylist that you can go to prior.

Question 12

What about cancellation?

Accepted Answer

Cancellations within one month will still be subjected to a 50% cancellation charge. Cancellations within one week will be charged in full.Changes to contracted services can be made up to a month prior.

Question 13

Do you come to my bridal suite, or do I need to drive to a salon?

Accepted Answer

For all our services, from the glam strategy session and bridal makeup preview to the morning of your wedding day, we come to you.

Question 14

What if I cry my eyes out at the altar? Or if it’s 100 degrees and humid? Or if my lips get a little  dry from chatting so much at cocktail hour? Or if I get really sweaty on the dance floor?

Accepted Answer

With our signature Bridal Beauty Collections, we’re with you the whole time to take care of any touch-ups or last minute issues. Just like a celebrity would have her glam squad with her to fix her makeup at the Oscars, we’ll be there to make sure you look your best the entire day.

Question 15

My mom wants me to have a classic look for church, but I’m dying for a sexy smoky eye look. What should I do?

Accepted Answer

With our Full Service Gold Collection, we’re able to give two unique makeup looks for your wedding day. Want to keep the same look all day? No worries - we do a major touch-up before the reception starts to refresh that morning’s initial application.

Question 16

What products do you have in your kits?

Accepted Answer

Let us first start this conversation by admitting that we have a problem. 
We are cosmetic junkies, addicts, hoarders, call it what you will, we are obsessed with all things beauty. This means that our kits are overflowing with products from every cosmetic line. We have what you would call ‘hero’ products which could mean a highlighter pen from Yves St. Laurent, or a certain pigment from NARS. What we can say is that all of our products are high-end, tried and true, and are used for the very specific purpose of creating a long-lasting beauty. Since we do have significant training and experience by MAC cosmetics, we do carry a lot of their eyeshadows and powder products and love their lipsticks. Other favorite brands we use are Tom Ford, Natasha Denona, Fenty, Charlotte Tilbury, Temptu, Urban Decay, Anastasia Beverly Hills, Bite, Laura Mercier, Becca, NARS, YSL, Benefit, Hourglass, Makeup Forever, Too-Faced, Tarte, and Marc Jacobs to name a few.

Question 17

Do you work out of a salon or do you provide in-room service?  Do you have travel fees?

Accepted Answer

We are a on-location style team which means that we travel to you! The last thing you want to be doing on your wedding day is to fight traffic, get lost driving around, and feel rushed and stressed.  That is why we take all the anxiety out of your day by showing up on location with all the tools and product so that you can relax and enjoy a day of pampering and feeling like a celebrity. Our mandatory standard 15 miles for free and then we charge .90/cents per mile. There may also be additional early morning fees and holiday fees.

Question 18

How do I pay and when are my payments due?

Accepted Answer

Upon signing the contract you will be asked to pay a small deposit to secure your date. The remainder is due 30 days before the event date. We accept Credit cards, PayPal and Venmo and Zelle. 
Please note that using a credit card will add another 3% service charge

TRACY SAUNDERS MAKEUP

On-Location Makeup and Hair Team

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