Best of Boston
Best Makeup Artist
Nelse Karini, Beauty by Nelse
Want to know who all of Boston’s black-tie swans use for their gala looks? Nelse Karini, that’s who. The makeup artist has worked her magic [...] read more»
2023 Best Makeup Artist
Faces by Robin
If there’s ever a time to put your best face forward, it’s your wedding day. With more than 15 years of beauty-industry experience, Robin Liebowitz [...] read more»
2023 Best Makeup Artist
Beauty by Nelse
Who do Boston’s movers and shakers call when they need to look their best for a big event? That’d be this cosmetics queen, whose 18 [...] read more»
2022 Best Makeup Artist
Glamour Cosmetics
Bid farewell to the days of overdone contouring and powdery foundation: Makeup artist Garineh Ashjian helps you nail that glowy, I-woke-up-like-this vibe. (She’s also all [...] read more»
2022 Best Makeup Artist
Stacey Frasca, Studio 28
Wellesley
What do Lorraine Bracco, Bryan Cranston, and Boston’s own Gretta Monahan have in common? They’ve all taken a spin in Stacey Frasca’s chair. With three [...] read more»
2020 Best Makeup Artist
Glamour Cosmetics
No caked-on foundation, overly rouged cheeks, or clumpy mascara here: Makeup artist Garineh Ashjian’s bridal portfolio abounds with natural looks, showcasing the technical abilities and [...] read more»
2019 Best Makeup Artist
Amy Bailey, Townhouse Beauty Bar
Boston
Getting your makeup done sounds glamorous—until you look in the mirror and don’t recognize the face staring back at you, that is. That never happens [...] read more»
2018 Best Makeup Artist, Wedding
Maryelle Makeup & Hair Artistry
Maryelle O’Rourke and her team of artists are pros at making brides "I woke up like this" beautiful, traveling to venues in Boston and beyond [...] read more»
2017 Best Makeup Artist, Wedding
Dani Wagener, DW Beauty
Boston
Ever wonder how celebrities achieve that flawless red-carpet glow? It's all about the airbrush—makeup, that is. Boston beauty expert Dani Wagener, who's worked with Jenny [...] read more»
2017 Best Makeup Artist
Lauren Genatossio, Sarra
Boston
Whether she's beautifying a model for a photo shoot or touching up a client for a special occasion, Lauren Genatossio isn't covering flaws—she's enhancing features. [...] read more»
2016 Best Makeup Artist, Wedding
Blush
Hingham
Tan lines and problem skin are no match for Kelly O’Keefe and her team of makeup artists and aestheticians, who travel throughout New England to [...] read more»