Answers to your beauty wonderings
FAQs
How Should I prepare for our appointment?
Please have clean dry hair free from heavy conditioners or hair masks. If receiving a blow out, have towel dried hair. Have a makeup free face (lightly moisturized is ok). The night before please do a gentle exfoliation and moisturize well.
How do I prep my skin leading up to the wedding day?
Beautiful makeup starts with beautiful skin. Professional facials and a good home care ritual are the key to having the best and brightest skin on your wedding day. If you are local to Missoula please come see me at Thesis Skincare to begin your bridal beauty journey. There I can cater your treatment to your skin's needs.If Montana is a destination for you, I will recommend products and treatment leading up to your date with my Wedding Skin 101 Guide. I can also see you for relaxing facial the week of your wedding!
What can I expect from our bridal preview appointment?
During a preview we get to know each other and discuss the vibe of your wedding and your beauty visions, and if you don’t have a vision we will create one together. I will execute your look while having an open conversation to achieve a look that celebrates your unique beauty. This appointment is 3 hours for both hair and makeup.
What if I forgo a bridal preview?
I recommend a preview appointment as it gives you an assured feeling that you will be in the upmost comfort on your wedding day. However I know that doing a preview may not be always possible nor required to get the job done. In lieu of an in person meeting we will have a phone or zoom consultation to discuss your beauty desires and concerns as well as any notes you might have on your bridal party. A preview should be scheduled ideally 1-4 months before your wedding date.
Do you beautify large wedding parties ?
My services are BRIDE focused
I’ve intentionally shifted to smaller, more intimate bookings with all my energy going towards creating a thoughtfully designed experience from the minute we sign to the moment you leave my chair. This allows for me to focus on my artistry and give you my full attention.
In addition to the bride, I offer 2 additional services whether this be hair and makeup for 1 special person OR hair or makeup for 2 special people or the groom.
If your Bridal Party is larger, you are welcome to bring in another artist or stylist to accommodate more services. I am happy to make recommendations!
How should I plan my wedding day timeline for Beauty services?
On the morning of, I will arrive 30 min before the start time to settle in and set up my station. To determine the "start” time, I count backwards from your "makeup completion" time, which tends to be determined with the help of your photographer or wedding planner.
For brides, I ask for 2.5 hours for hair and makeup. Add one more hour + 15 minuted clean up for The Blessed Bride.
For any additional services, please allow 1 hour per service. Hair and Makeup = 2 services. I find that a 1 hour window makes for a relaxed time frame and provides a cushion in case of late arrivals (up to 15 mins).
How do I Book?
To book, a signed contract and deposit are required.
Payments are split into three installments:
1) 25% at the time of booking
2) $300 at our preview appointment or 4 months before wedding date
3) Balance due 1 week before wedding date
Payments can be made by credit card or e-transfer.
Policies
Deposit:
A 25% non-refundable deposit along with a signed contract are required to secure your wedding date. Please be advised, dates and scheduled appointments will only be reserved when a signed service agreement and deposit are received. All booking is first come, first serve.
Travel:
A travel fee of $100 per hour of driving will be assessed if travel time exceeds what is quoted in the package. Please inquire for a custom quote.
Early Arrival & Parking:
A $75 fee for a start time before 8:00 am will be added to the final amount due. If the destination is more than 2 hours with an early start time, lodging is requested. For hotel appointments, valet or parking fees are added on the day of service.
Payment:
The final balance is due one week prior to the event date. The person responsible for the entire balance of payment is the person who has signed the contract. Payments made with HoneyBook are subject to the processing fee. If you wish to avoid this fee, payment can be made via Zelle or Check.
Cancellation Policy:
Cancellations must be made 1 month prior to your reserved date or you will be responsible for 50% of the due balance. I hold this policy as I turn away other inquiries and might not be able to fill said date in any shorter of notice.
Thank you!
Health Protocol
I am taking the necessary precautions to keep my clients and myself safe. As always, I am upholding the highest level of sanitation practices to ensure a clean and safe experience and I wear a mask while working closely on your face.
Please be advised to the structure in which makeup and hair services are completed in order to ensure safety both for client and artist:
-All services will be completed in a ventilated room with access to fresh air, no smaller than 12’x12 ft.
-Please keep the number of people in the room to a minimum.
-If a client is having symptoms of cold or flu please do not keep your hair or makeup appointment.
-If a late cancellation occurs, 50% of the service rate due will be paid.