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KaLa Ketchum Makeup & Hair is a wedding hair and makeup business based out of Santa Cruz, California. Owned and operated by KaLa , this Artist has been glamming Brides and Bridal parties for 21 years! Kala takes pride in doing Beautiful glowing Makeup and appropriate Hair styles that work Best on The Brides Most Important Day! She is Also able to accommodate larger Parties with her Amazing and Talented Team. KaLa is able to travel to surrounding locations such as Carmel ,San Jose, Monterey, and more.

Services Offered

Owing to her many years of experience, KaLa is a well seasoned Artist, able to produce beautiful looks that are worthy of big celebrations at an affordable price.

Some of the hair services offered by Kala Ketchum Makeup & Hair include All Styles , textured, curls, waves and updos.

She provides her Unique signature Style of Natural and Soft Glam Makeup , including contouring, highlighting and long wearing Makeup.

Her onsite services would be ideal for customers who would like KaLa to work her magic at a private residence, a hotel suite, or a get-ready room. Other available services include:

  • Wedding party makeup and Hair
  • Faux lashes & adding in Hair extensions
  • Natural and Glam makeup
  • Consultations and trials
  • Woman-owned

Frequently asked questions

What is the base price for blowouts for brides?

$80

What is the price of trial service for blowouts for brides?

$65

What is the base price for blowouts for attendants/family members?

$65

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

$65

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

$175

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

$80

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

$80

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

$80

What is the base price for traditional makeup for brides?

$175

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

$80

What is the base price for airbrush makeup for brides?

$15

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

$15

What is the base price for traditional makeup for attendants/family members?

$80

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

$80

Does makeup price include false lashes?

Yes

What beauty services do you offer?

Consultations

What hair services do you offer?

Blowouts
Textured Hair Styling
Updos / Styling
Hair Trial
On-Site Hair

What makeup services do you offer?

Contour Makeup
Eye Makeup
Natural Makeup
On-Site Makeup
Wedding Party Makeup
Makeup Trial
Fake Lashes
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Reviews of Kala Ketchum Makeup & Hair

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23 Reviews
96% recommend it
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Kala is highly recommended by multiple reviewers for wedding hair and makeup services. Reviewers rave about her talent and creativity, making them feel glamorous and beautiful on their special day. Kala's flexibility, professionalism, and ability to listen to client preferences are also commended. Her services are described as long-lasting and natural-looking. Overall, reviewers highly recommend Kala for any upcoming weddings or big events.

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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.

Kala is highly recommended by multiple reviewers for wedding hair and makeup services. Reviewers rave about her talent and creativity, making them feel glamorous and beautiful on their special day. Kala's flexibility, professionalism, and ability to listen to client preferences are also commended. Her services are described as long-lasting and natural-looking. Overall, reviewers highly recommend Kala for any upcoming weddings or big events.

Amanda
Amanda T. Sent on 03/02/2024
5 out of 5 rating

10s across the board for KaLa Ketchum Makeup & Hair

If we could go back in time and plan our wedding all over again, I would continue to choose to work with KaLa Ketchum Makeup & Hair – without hesitation! KaLa and her team are an absolute delight to work with. Prioritizing the bride’s vision for the wedding day look, KaLa offers a hair/makeup trial session during which she works closely with you to provide consultation, offer suggestions, and experiment with different styles to get your desired look just right! KaLa was graciously open and receptive to my feedback/notes, and she was consistently responsive while we stayed in touch via email during the planning process – all of which I very much appreciated! I truly felt valued while working with KaLa. On the day of the wedding, while getting ready, KaLa’s team flawlessly stayed on schedule for myself and my 4 bridesmaids. KaLa and her team also just very down-to-earth people and so comfortable to hang out with for the numerous hours we all spent getting ready! Friends and family continue to praise how beautiful the bridal party’s hair and makeup looked on the day-of and in photos, with which we wholeheartedly agree! I’m so grateful to KaLa Ketchum Makeup & Hair!!
Kaitlyn
Kaitlyn G. Sent on 08/21/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Stellar Experience

Kala made my wedding day dream come true! I felt the most beautiful I have ever felt thanks to Kala! It was such a pleasure to spend the morning and early afternoon with her on my wedding day, laughing and sharing together, and making me feel my best I have ever felt. She knocked it out of the park with both my hair and makeup I cannot thank her enough
Carly
Carly M. Sent on 08/08/2023
5 out of 5 rating

KaLa is a great choice for your wedding hair and makeup!


I used KaLa for my wedding makeup and hair and I cannot have been more pleased. We started with a trial in the months leading up, I had a general idea of what I wanted but couldn’t articulate it well at the time. During the trial we were able to figure out my style and make a plan. KaLa is extremely knowledgeable and knew just how to tweak what I wanted when we were in the planning stages. I felt extremely confident in what we decided on and her humor, kindness and flexibility made me ready for the day. On the day of, everything went smoothly and my makeup lasted all through the night, it was just the right amount of coverage I wanted without feeling like I was wearing a ton of product. I have a lot of hair, so getting the right level of wave without me looking like Shirley Temple was big for me, KaLa was able to get my hair exactly how I wanted- and having the trial first definitely ensured that. KaLa is such a vibrant person, who is a professional at this MUA/Hair stuff! I highly recommend her services for your upcoming wedding or big event.
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Nataly & Rayn
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Professional Network & Endorsements

1 Endorsement
Jana Johnston Photography Jana Johnston Photography Wedding Photographers

As a photographer, I have worked with many, many makeup artists and I can tell you Kala is fantastic! It is so important for a brides makeup to be not only flattering, but reflect light correctly. Kala not only did a wonderful job initially, but even spent time with touch ups between photos to insure my bride was flawless! She made my job so easy since editing was completely unnecessary. I would be honored to work with this amazing artist again. You will love her!

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