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Hi! I'm Desiree, or Dez for short. I've been doing makeup for over a decade, and hair styling for 5+ years, and I truly love what I do! I have a background in fashion, and believe that makeup and hair help complete a look. I am passionate about helping create a look that feels like YOU, and helps compliment everything from your dress and accessories, to the environment that your wedding will be taking place in.

Weddings are my favorite type of work to do in my field- but I have also done hair and makeup for red carpet events, commercials, photo shoots, and more. I specialize in airbrush makeup! It feels so lightweight, and can range from light-full coverage. The best thing about it is that it is waterproof and will withstand any wedding happy tears. All makeup services with me include airbrush makeup, and a custom individual lash application. My favorite hair styles to create range from glam hollywood waves to boho updos.

I've been working in the wedding industry for nearly 8 years. I moved to LA in 2023, but had worked hundreds of weddings back in the Bay Area with D+A Bridal (https://www.theknot.com/marketplace/d+a-bridal-san-francisco-ca-984926) View my portfolio and learn more at www.dezdoesmakeup.com

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Frequently asked questions

What is the base price for updos/styling for brides?

$250

What is the price of trial service for updos/styling for brides?

$250

What is the base price for updos/styling for attendants/family members?

$150

What is the price of trial service for updos/styling for attendants/family members?

$150

What is the base price for airbrush makeup for brides?

$250

What is the price of trial service for airbrush makeup for brides?

$250

What is the price of trial service for traditional makeup for attendants/family members?

$150

Does makeup price include false lashes?

Yes

Which of the following are included in prices?

Consultation
Trial Service

What hair services do you offer?

Updos / Styling
Hair Trial
On-Site Hair

What makeup services do you offer?

Airbrush Makeup
Eye Makeup
On-Site Makeup
Wedding Party Makeup
Makeup Trial
Fake Lashes
Tattoo Coverage

What is the maximum group size you can accommodate?

14
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Reviews of Dez Penaloza Makeup

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
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Dez, a highly recommended makeup artist, is praised for her talent, professionalism, and ability to create custom looks that enhance each individual's features and personal taste. She is described as a rockstar and a joy to have around during the wedding preparations. Clients appreciate Dez's energy, ability to work with diverse skin tones, and her calm and fun demeanor. They highlight her communication skills, dependability, and the flawless and long-lasting results of her makeup. Overall, clients highly recommend Dez for her exceptional skills and positive impact on their wedding day.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Dez, a highly recommended makeup artist, is praised for her talent, professionalism, and ability to create custom looks that enhance each individual's features and personal taste. She is described as a rockstar and a joy to have around during the wedding preparations. Clients appreciate Dez's energy, ability to work with diverse skin tones, and her calm and fun demeanor. They highlight her communication skills, dependability, and the flawless and long-lasting results of her makeup. Overall, clients highly recommend Dez for her exceptional skills and positive impact on their wedding day.

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Marina Sent on 03/19/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Desi Penaloza

Desi was an absolute pleasure to work with. She’s incredibly professional and really listens to you about what you want. She executed my vision and what all my sisters (bridesmaids) wanted. Also, she’s just an awesome person to have around. I would recommended her over and over again.
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Taryn Sent on 01/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Dez is a rockstar!

Dez is fantastic! I can’t recommend her highly enough.

Dez did a stellar job interpreting my loose idea of what I wanted into a total vision, something that felt like me but elevated. I loved everything, and I was especially impressed by what she did with my hair, because it can be a little difficult and heavy to work with. Dez didn’t even break a sweat, and my hair has never looked better.

On the day of, she did an informal consultation with everyone before beginning. She’s very talented, and she’s also a great listener. Everyone got a custom look that beautifully complemented their features, complexion, outfit, and personal taste.

Dez did both my hair and makeup, but I booked makeup only for everybody else. Still, when Dez put the finishing touches on everyone’s looks, she very generously added some volume to my mother-in-law’s hair, a soft curl to my mom’s, and a little wave to my sister’s.

In short, Dez is a rockstar! She’s so talented, and I really appreciated that she took the time to consider everyone’s look from head to toe. She’s easy-going and incredibly fun to have in the room with you, too!
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Sasha R. Sent on 03/22/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing hair/MU experience with Dez

Dez was my favorite vendor to work with on my wedding day. She was warm, kinda, flexible, and SO talented. My friends and I loved our looks, but also just genuinely loved the overall vibe of getting ready with Dez. She was super flexible around changing the schedule / adding additional people, but also just had a calm and warm demeanor the entire duration of our time together. I would recommend her to anyone, and truly believe her talents can make anyone look/feel beautiful!
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