Makeup near Orinda

“She is very professional and experienced. She did exactly what I was asking for. Awesome haircut.“

“Natalie is hands-down one of the best lash artists I’ve ever been to. You can tell immediately she’s highly experienced- she’s incredibly knowledgeable about lash health, styling, and what will actually look flattering in your eyes (not just whatever is trending). She took the time to assess my natural lashes, explained what would work best, and the set came out flawless- clean, lightweight, and perfectly balanced.

Her pricing is a bit higher than some places, but it’s absolutely worth it for the level of skill, precision, and the long-lasting results. My lashes look beautiful without feeling heavy, and retention has been amazing. If you want lashes that look luxe, feel comfortable, and are done by someone who truly knows what she’s doing, book with Natalie“

“Chris has now been apart of my wellness journey for over 15 years! She is kind and professional. Her facials are amazing and I love taking Pilates at her new studio!! Overall 5+ stars! ?“

“Miss Jae offers professional services at her salon starting with her website that gives you upfront pricing and available appointment times. If you’re new, before your appointment she inquires by text the condition of your hair. Once you arrive, she escorts you to her private salon styling room where she provides an additional consultation and recommended services. I thoroughly enjoyed having my hair done by Miss Jae.“

“Taj is great. She made me feel right at home. It was like talking to a cousin. Her place was nice and clean. It also smelled so good. She did my hair my quickly and efficiently. I got a cut and bleach. Doing this in stages. First bleach with virgin hair. It looks so good! She is knowledgeable and wants your hair to be healthy. Will definitely being going back and have already recommended her to friends. Black hair is before.Services: Curly hair“

“Maricela is great at what she does! I have been looking for a good hairdresser for a long time and I am glad I found her✨ She understands what you want and is completely honest about realistic results without sacrificing the health of your hair. I will definitely come back?“

“been here three times,happy with the results each time.leslie is a wonderful hair dresser!“

“Glamour! Seriously, come here and buy the most glamorous cosmetics. I found a lip gloss shade I have been wanting since my teens. I always loved and wanted black gloss. The closest I could come to it was at Party City! It was not cute... but this is. Parking was easy for downtown Walnut Creek! Get your foundations et cetera here, too!“

“Rania is absolutely amazing. She's kind, caring and very professional. Definitely coming back. She made my bleached hair shine again“

“Consuelo is incredibly skilled at her craft! I was preparing for my wedding day and after a miserable makeup trial with someone else, stumbling upon Consuelo's portfolio made me hopeful. Despite the short notice, she graciously squeezed me into her schedule and worked her magic. She helped me look and feel my best for my wedding day. On top of that, she's not just talented; she's also super friendly, totally professional, and actually listens to what you want. Consuelo is awesome, and if you want someone who'll make you feel gorgeous on your big day, please contact her -- TODAY! I highly recommend her!“

“I had a haircut with Krista and she was amazing!! She asked all the right questions and listened to what I wanted and my concerns. My hair is fine and we took it from long with grown out bangs to about collar bone length with a new-to-me style of bangs that I loved. I already have my bang trim and next cut appointments booked.“

“Petra is an amazing hair colorist, she's worth every $, I highly recommend her.“

“I went in yesterday for the first time and had a great experience. It's cute and clean and Delmy made me feel very comfortable. It is also reasonably priced. Will be back!“

“I’ve been coming to this salon for over 10 years, and I truly can’t say enough good things about it. The staff is incredibly friendly, welcoming, and professional it always feels like visiting family. The service is consistently top-notch, whether it’s a simple haircut or something more involved. They really take the time to listen to what you want and make sure you leave happy every single time.

The salon is always clean, comfortable, and well-run, which makes every visit relaxing and enjoyable. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a reliable, skilled, and genuinely warm salon experience. It’s rare to find a business that maintains such high standards year after year, and this one absolutely does.“

“I saw Ellie yesterday after lunch at Comelones Tacos. Her prices are 75 dollars for a haircut. She was prompt and was serving two people when I saw her. My appointment was at 12 noon and that is when I sat in her chair. The salon itself is very small with one chair for waiting clients. There were three stations and all three ladies including Ellie looked like true professionals. I didn't see any chatting or joking but complete attention to their clients except for Ellie who checked her cellphone several times and also talked on her cellphone while cutting my hair. Since I paid 90 (after a 15 dollar tip) for a 22 minute service, I felt a little cheated. Ellie washed my hair for five minutes from 12:00 to 12:05. At 12:22, I was outside getting into my car which meant that my haircut was 17 minutes. 90 dollars for a 17 minute haircut just doesn't feel right. My haircut was very basic, a few layers in the back and I didn't really see much layers framing my face which she promised. I would have liked a little more detailed framing. I will see how my hair grows out but I am unsure I will come back. Also, Ellie doesn't take credit cards so I had to pay her cash which she appreciated.“

“Best hair cut! I go to see Mozgani. She is awesome. I get a pretty short hair cut and she is able to work around my cowlicks and makes it look great. They also have really good quality hair products for sale in-house. Highly recommend.“

“I've been going to Salon Cartier more than 10 years (15??--it's been a while). It's always been the best experience and I look forward to it every time. It goes without saying, Robin and her crew do an amazing job on my hair, but they also make it feel like the most welcoming and friendly environment, almost like hanging out with friends who happen to be extremely serious about making you look good.

I had pretty long hair when I started going there--and I used to think long hair was kind of self-sustaining and didn't require much attention, but I was amazed at how much they were able to do with it to really make me look great--more rock-and-roll and less barbarian hippie (which is where I think I was at when I started with them). Eventually my hair got a bit thin and my hairline was giving me trouble, and I decided to go with a shorter look, that I've stuck with now for years, and it's a great look that downplays any struggles I've had with my quality and quantity of hair. They also do an amazing job on the color--it looks totally natural, though they can make your gray hair look awesome, too, if you decide to go that route.

Anyway, Salon Cartier is highly recommended by me--some men feel weird about going to a premium salon, but you'll feel right at home and it's totally worth it.“

“Highly highly recommend!! Brittany is so kind, knowledgeable, and gentle. I got a facial as a birthday present to myself, and it’s the best present I could have received! I thought I had somewhat problematic skin by nature but a decent skincare routine. Brittany clearly explained that my routine was causing the issues I was having and provided me with targeted treatment. And let me tell you, she did me so right!! I immediately implemented her recommendations, and my skin is already noticeably softer, smoother, more even in color, less greasy at the end of the day, and feeling healthier in just a week. I will definitely be back!“

“Catie is DARLING!!! Hands down a 50 out of 10. Not only did she bring my hair back to life with the perfect cut, but she was so warm and welcoming. I can’t wait to go back and see her again soon!!!“

“My appointments with Narissa have always been very pleasant and have received excellent coloring jobs. She is an artist.“

“I had seen Missy before for facial skin care but have now discovered the full body wellness of lymphatic care. I was actually recommended by my physical therapist to explore lymphatic care after some mobility issues with a locked elbow and painful toe. Not only has the care package helped my physical health, the environment Missy creates to meditate/rest does wonders for my mental health too.“

“Loved my cut. Stylist actually listened and didn’t do “whatever they wanted instead.” That alone deserves five stars.“

“I love my new eyebrows, very natural looking. The whole experience was painless and comfortable. The staff were attentive and skillful. Highly recommended!“

“As a planner, Rebecca at ShineForth is an absolute joy to work with. She is kind, professional, accommodating and more than willing to work with you to make sure your client feels taken care of, beyond expectations. She worked with our bride to ensure she was happy with her hair and makeup well in advance of her wedding day so that come the day of it was the last thing she had to worry about. Instead of this being a stress point, as it is at times, the hair and makeup portion of the evening became the time for our bride to relax, breathe and reset before walking down the aisle. I cannot recommend her enough!“

“Tamra’s makeup clean-up session was such a game changer for me! She not only helped me sort through all my products, but she also took the time to explain why certain shades didn’t work for my undertone, how pigment payoff really matters, and what to look out for when choosing products in the future. She guided me toward makeup that actually complements me and tossed out the things that were holding my routine back.

What I loved most is that it wasn’t just a clean-up—it was a lesson. Tamra broke everything down in a way that made sense and really stuck with me. Now I’m much more intentional when I shop for makeup, and I feel so much more confident knowing what truly works for me. Highly recommend her if you want to elevate your makeup bag and your knowledge at the same time!“

“We had a great experience with Abhilasha's bridal and groom hair-and-makeup services for our sangeet, ceremony, and reception. Each of the looks she crafted for the bride were unique and top-notch, and the styling she provided to the groom made him look his best during each event. She also did a wonderful job with bridal saree draping and jewelry setting. If you are looking for a high-end hair-and-makeup artist that brings out natural beauty and creates looks that work well with your outfits, then you should definitely go with Abhilasha for your wedding. One of the first things that stood out to us when meeting with hair-and-makeup artists during the early stages of wedding planning was the fact that Abhilasha had a ton of experience with South Indian brides, which is not the case for many artists. Her Instagram also features a wide variety of looks, complexions, and face types that showcases the strength of her artistry and skills. Based on this portfolio of work and the fact that her pricing was fair (i.e., comparable to other leading hair-and-makeup artists in the Bay Area), we felt comfortable that Abhilasha was the right artist for our South Indian wedding. In advance of the wedding weekend, we exchanged stylistic ideas with Abhilasha to ensure that we were aligned on what types of looks we wanted to achieve. During the hair and makeup trial, we tried a look for our sangeet that didn't quite work. Over the next few days, we discussed different options, and she ultimately helped select a look that turned out great for the sangeet. We really appreciated that Abhilasha listened to our feedback and worked with us to arrive at great looks for the different events. Additionally, Abhilasha provided us with great feedback on the jewelry that we were considering for the ceremony. For example, she noticed an inconsistency in style between two elements of the bride's ceremony outfit. Because she flagged this about a month in advance of the wedding, it gave us enough time to find a better alternative. Based on our experience, we highly recommend scheduling a bridal trial if you want to test out a unique look so that you avoid any surprises on wedding day. We were very happy we did this as it made us feel more comfortable entering the wedding weekend. During the wedding weekend, Abhilasha was on-time, organized, and professional. She told us to block off 2.5-3 hours for each hair-and-makeup session, which was an accurate estimate. She paid very close attention to detail and made sure that every look was as close to perfection as could be. She also was thoughtful - she made sure there was not too much commotion in the bridal suite during the pre-reception hair-and-makeup session, which allowed the bride to take a nap while getting her hair done. Abhilasha is a fun, sassy, and honest person, which means you will not be bored during your hair and makeup sessions. Abhilasha also did the groom's makeup for each of the events (it took about 10-15 minutes per event). While some people may not think this is necessary, we found that her makeup made sure the groom looked his best during the wedding photoshoots. Ultimately, if you are planning an Indian wedding in the Bay Area or Napa and want an elevated look for your bridal and groom hair-and-makeup, then you should strongly consider Abhilasha. Her work is top-notch and you will walk away feeling extremely satisfied with your looks for your wedding events.“

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