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The 10 best makeup artists in Leeds

Choosing event make-up is easier when the artist understands your style, timing and preparation needs. In Leeds, look for a properly planned trial and check whether you need hair and make-up together, a studio appointment or mobile bridal cover. Allergy details, lashes, vegan products and wedding-morning scheduling may also matter.

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Diana Parum MUA, Leeds#1
What it has going for it
  • Bridal hair and make-up

  • Studio and mobile appointments

  • Make-up and styling packages

Diana Parum MUA

5.0113 reviews
Wykebeck Mount, Leeds LS9 0AU, United Kingdom
Well suited to
Brides, wedding parties and clients booking coordinated hair and make-up

Diana Parum MUA combines make-up and hairstyling for weddings, proms and festivals. Bridal bookings cover the bride, bridesmaids, mothers and guests, with trials available for both make-up and hair. The studio also offers soft glam, full glam and children’s make-up or hairstyling.

Appointments take place at the Wykebeck home studio in Leeds, while bridal hair and make-up can be mobile across Yorkshire and surrounding areas. The menu includes straightening, curling and up-do styles, plus combination packages. Bridal services can be planned around a trial, and the business also works with models for free content sessions under stated conditions. Make-up and hair can therefore be coordinated for events or studio appointments.

Rosie Roberts Beauty - Alternative Wedding Makeup Artist, Leeds#2
What it has going for it
  • Alternative wedding makeup specialist

  • 90-minute pre-wedding trial

  • Vegan makeup packages available

Rosie Roberts Beauty - Alternative Wedding Makeup Artist

5.091 reviews
Kilkenny House, York Pl, Leeds LS1 2HH, United Kingdom
Well suited to
Nearly-weds wanting alternative or highly individual makeup

Alternative wedding makeup, soft glam and bold event looks are created by Rosie Roberts Beauty for clients who want their makeup to reflect their own style. Rosie works with nearly-weds, wedding parties and event clients, offering a trial, planning support and makeup on the wedding day.

The process includes mood-board discussions, a 90-minute trial, feedback within 24 to 48 hours and a running order for the wedding morning. Looks can include vibrant colour, gothic or alternative styling, soft glam, false lashes and individual adjustments for comfort. Rosie is based in Leeds, travels for weddings and offers one-to-one makeup lessons as well as vegan makeup packages.

Lorna Wright Makeup, Leeds#3
What it has going for it
  • Pre-wedding make-up trials

  • Bridal-party make-up

Lorna Wright Makeup

5.080 reviews
9-13 Commercial St, Rothwell, Leeds LS26 0AX, United Kingdom
Well suited to
Brides and wedding parties

Lorna Wright Makeup specialises in bridal make-up, from an initial trial to the wedding morning itself. She can work with the bride and bridal party, including bridesmaids and family members, and can travel for weddings outside the UK when arranged.

Her service is suited to ceremonies where the make-up needs to last through the day and photograph well. Bridal preparation can include make-up for bridesmaids and family alongside the bride, with touch-ups available before the ceremony.

Amber Louise Make Up, Leeds#4
What it has going for it
  • On-location bridal preparation

  • Professional bride dressing

  • Makeup masterclasses

Amber Louise Make Up

5.057 reviews
2A Rodley Ln, Rodley, Leeds LS13 1HU, United Kingdom
Well suited to
Brides and wedding parties planning hair, makeup and dressing

Bridal hair and makeup for weddings and special occasions is the central service at Amber Louise Make Up. The artist creates looks for brides, bridesmaids and mothers of the bride, with makeup, lashes and styled hair included in bridal packages. A makeup trial and time-managed wedding-morning programme can also be arranged.

Amber Louise provides professional bride dressing for headdresses and button-back or corset-back gowns. Services include skin preparation, long-lasting makeup and one-to-one makeup masterclasses. The artist travels to the client on the special day and offers telephone or face-to-face consultations before booking.

Be Beautiful by Simran, Leeds#5
What it has going for it
  • Bridal hair and makeup

  • Threading and advanced skincare

  • Laser and IPL treatments

Be Beautiful by Simran

4.958 reviews
158 Roundhay Rd, Harehills, Leeds LS8 5PL, United Kingdom
Well suited to
Bridal parties and clients seeking beauty or event preparation

Hair, makeup and bridal artistry form the core menu at Be Beautiful by Simran. The Leeds salon also provides threading, facials and advanced skincare for everyday appointments, event preparation and bridal transformations.

Simran’s work includes makeup and hair for wedding celebrations, alongside eyebrow threading and facial treatments. Appointments are reserved for individual clients, with treatment choices spanning beauty essentials and clinical aesthetics. Bridal transformations and event makeup make the salon relevant for wedding parties and clients preparing for significant occasions.

Charlotte Tilbury - Harvey Nichols Leeds#6
What it has going for it
  • Wedding makeup and classes

  • 1-to-1 beauty advice

  • Glow & Go Express Facial

Charlotte Tilbury - Harvey Nichols Leeds

4.896 reviews
107-111 Briggate, Leeds LS1 6AZ, United Kingdom
Well suited to
Makeup shoppers and clients preparing for an event

Makeup, skincare and fragrance shopping at Charlotte Tilbury - Harvey Nichols Leeds includes in-store beauty advice and skincare services. Beauty experts can discuss existing routines, recommend products and help visitors choose shades, including lipstick and wedding-day makeup choices.

Appointments can include a wedding makeup service, a wedding makeup class or a Glow & Go Express Facial. The counter also offers 1-to-1 advice, while the brand’s consultation options include a 15-minute virtual consultation and a Master Your Tilbury Technique session for application guidance. Pregnant clients should tell the facialist beforehand so unsuitable vitamin A products can be removed.

Katie Forrest Makeup Artist and Makeup Courses Leeds#7
What it has going for it
  • Bridal trials for wedding parties

  • Formal event make-up

  • Make-up lessons and courses

Katie Forrest Makeup Artist and Makeup Courses Leeds

5.032 reviews
Flex Space, Burley Hill House, Burley Rd, Burley, Leeds LS4 2PU, United Kingdom
Well suited to
Bridal parties and make-up learners

Katie Forrest Makeup Artist and Makeup Courses Leeds provides make-up for formal events and weddings, including bridal trials for the bride, bridesmaids and mother of the bride. Katie also teaches make-up lessons and courses, explaining techniques patiently to students during training.

The service suits clients who want a defined event look or a bridal party prepared in advance through trials. Lessons are also available for people wanting to improve their own skills with relaxed, step-by-step guidance.

Makeup by Becky, Leeds#8
What it has going for it
  • Make-up, brows and lashes

  • Studio at Prospect Park

  • Suitable for repeat bookings

Makeup by Becky

4.857 reviews
Prospect Park, Seacroft, Leeds LS14 1NH, United Kingdom
Well suited to
Event guests wanting coordinated make-up and beauty treatments

Makeup by Becky provides make-up for parties, date nights, work events and other occasions, alongside eyebrow and eyelash treatments. The service is designed for clients who want their look adapted to them rather than a fixed style.

Appointments take place in a calm studio at Prospect Park, where clients can choose between chatting and relaxing during their treatment. Becky also creates recurring bookings for brows and lashes, making the studio suitable both for event preparation and for clients maintaining their preferred look.

Amy George Makeup Artist, Leeds#9
What it has going for it
  • Bespoke bridal make-up trial

  • Bridal beauty preparation guide

  • Individual lashes when wanted

Amy George Makeup Artist

5.024 reviews
3 Oakwood Nook, Roundhay, Leeds LS8 2JA, United Kingdom
Well suited to
Brides wanting natural, modern wedding make-up

Bridal make-up is the main focus at Amy George Makeup Artist, with natural and modern looks shaped around each bride and wedding party. The service includes a bridal beauty preparation guide, bespoke make-up trial and on-the-day wedding make-up.

Skin preparation and individual lashes are included when wanted. The artist’s kit includes Armani, Charlotte Tilbury and Dior, alongside other established make-up brands. Every bridal booking includes a bespoke make-up trial so the look can be developed before the wedding morning. Amy also works on bridesmaids, mothers, photo shoots and other events.

Ellie Willans Makeup Artist Leeds#10
What it has going for it
  • Looks shaped to the client’s brief

  • Make-up designed for long days

Ellie Willans Makeup Artist Leeds

5.015 reviews
94 Kirkgate, Leeds LS2 7DJ, United Kingdom
Well suited to
Graduation guests and clients wanting a make-up lesson

Ellie Willans Makeup Artist Leeds provides make-up application for occasions such as graduations, with looks shaped around what each person wants. Ellie also offers make-up lessons, helping clients understand techniques while keeping the session comfortable and easy to follow.

Appointments are arranged through messaging, and the products used are intended to last through long days and photograph well. The service suits clients preparing for a formal event or wanting to learn how to recreate their preferred look.

Choosing between them

#BusinessRatingReviewsWell suited to
#1Diana Parum MUA 5.0113Brides, wedding parties and clients booking coordinated hair and make-up
#2Rosie Roberts Beauty - Alternative Wedding Makeup Artist 5.091Nearly-weds wanting alternative or highly individual makeup
#3Lorna Wright Makeup 5.080Brides and wedding parties
#4Amber Louise Make Up 5.057Brides and wedding parties planning hair, makeup and dressing
#5Be Beautiful by Simran 4.958Bridal parties and clients seeking beauty or event preparation
#6Charlotte Tilbury - Harvey Nichols Leeds 4.896Makeup shoppers and clients preparing for an event
#7Katie Forrest Makeup Artist and Makeup Courses Leeds 5.032Bridal parties and make-up learners
#8Makeup by Becky 4.857Event guests wanting coordinated make-up and beauty treatments
#9Amy George Makeup Artist 5.024Brides wanting natural, modern wedding make-up
#10Ellie Willans Makeup Artist Leeds 5.015Graduation guests and clients wanting a make-up lesson

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What people in Leeds ask before booking

Do makeup artists in Leeds offer bridal trials?

Many bridal services offer trials, with one requiring a trial before the wedding day and another including a bespoke trial in every bridal booking. Trials may cover make-up and hair, allow feedback and help plan the wedding morning. Some businesses arrange a consultation separately from the trial.

Can I book mobile bridal makeup in Leeds?

Yes. Several services travel to clients for weddings across Leeds, Yorkshire and surrounding areas. Some combine mobile bridal hair and make-up, while others focus on make-up alone. Studio appointments are also available, so confirm the location, travel area and whether your whole wedding party can be accommodated.

Are makeup lessons available in Leeds?

Yes. One-to-one lessons and make-up courses are offered alongside event and bridal applications. Sessions can teach everyday techniques, application for a particular occasion or ways to recreate a preferred look. Some beauty counters also provide wedding classes, virtual consultations and individual product or shade advice.