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With years of experience in creating timeless bridal looks, I specialise in hair and makeup that enhances your natural beauty and lasts throughout your special day. Every bride deserves to feel confident, radiant, and completely herself, and I take pride in tailoring each look to suit your style, theme, and personality. Alongside the bride, I also offer a full range of services for the entire bridal party, including bridesmaids, the mother of the bride, the mother of the groom, and flower girls. Whether you’re looking for soft, romantic waves, elegant updos, flawless natural makeup, or something more glamorous, I’ll ensure every detail is perfect from first look to last dance.
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From weddings and parties to corporate functions and special celebrations, I provide bespoke hair and makeup styling designed to make you feel confident and camera-ready for any occasion. With extensive experience across a wide range of events, I create looks that are tailored to both your personal style and the atmosphere of your event, whether that’s chic and understated, glamorous and bold, or timelessly elegant. Services are available for individuals, groups, and full event parties, including bridesmaids, guests of honour, performers, and corporate teams. From flawless makeup that lasts all evening to beautifully styled hair that complements your outfit, I’ll ensure you look and feel your best for every moment.
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Whether you’re a complete beginner looking to build confidence or someone wanting to refine your skills, my personalised hair and makeup masterclasses are designed to help you achieve professional results at home. I’ll guide you step by step through techniques tailored to your face shape, features, and style. From creating flawless everyday looks to mastering elegant updos or glamorous evening makeup. Lessons are available one-to-one or in small groups, making them perfect for individuals, friends, or even bridal parties who want to learn together. All products and tools are provided for the session, and you’ll leave with practical tips and techniques you can use again and again. Book your lesson today to start building your skills and creating looks with confidence.
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Add a creative touch to your child’s celebration with my professional party styling services. I specialise in colourful braids, face art, and age-appropriate makeup, tailored to suit each child and the theme of the event. Services are available for individuals or groups, making it easy to style the whole party. Book your children’s party styling today and make the day memorable with fun, stylish looks for everyone.
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Get ready to transform for Halloween with creative hair and makeup that’s perfect for parties, events, or trick-or-treating. From eerie and dramatic looks to playful and imaginative designs, I specialise in creating styles that capture the spirit of the season. Services include full Halloween makeup, themed hairstyles, face painting, and special effects for both kids and adults. Each look is tailored to your idea or costume, ensuring you stand out and enjoy the festivities in style. Book your Halloween hair and makeup session today and bring your spooky vision to life.
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Hello, I’m Melissa
I’m Melissa, a professionally trained hair and makeup artist with nearly 20 years of experience. Trained at Shepperton Studios and having worked for MAC, I’ve developed expertise across all hair types, skin tones, and makeup styles.
Over the years, I’ve had the pleasure of styling countless weddings and events across Surrey & Sussex, bringing creativity, precision, and a calm, friendly presence to every client.
Based in Smallfield, Surrey, I offer both studio and mobile services, so whether you’re preparing at home, your venue, or in my studio, the experience is seamless, relaxed, and stress-free.
My work combines attention to detail with a creative, personalised approach, ensuring each look enhances your features and reflects your style.
“Makeup should never hide your personality; it should reveal it.”
Pat McGrath
Testimonials
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“My MUA in shining armour! Thank you for playing a part in our special day. It was so fun to spend the morning getting ready with you!”
Nicola Broodbank
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“Just wanted to say thank you so much for my makeup on Saturday, it lasted the whole evening & made me feel like a million dollars!”
Hannah Tompkin
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"Absolutely loved my hair & makeup for Ascot by Melissa, she never disappoints! Had so many compliments on both whilst I was there too Loved it, thank you so much for making me feel so pretty.”
Sherrie Carson
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"Cannot recommend Melissa enough. She did my hair & makeup for my wedding and did an amazing job. Both lasted all day and I was so pleased with the look. Melissa made me feel so relaxed. Thank you so much."
Stephanie Matthews
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"Thank you so much for doing my makeup & hair for my wedding. Your talent really shone through on the day, when you perfected my desired look. I would definitely recommend Melissa to anyone."
Sarah Henderson
