Beautiful makeup begins with beautifully prepared skin, and an experience that makes you feel completely at ease.
When you book a makeup appointment with me, you're not simply having your makeup applied. It's time set aside for you.
Whether I'm getting you ready for your wedding day, a special occasion or simply helping you feel incredible for an important moment, my aim is to create a calm, luxurious experience where you can relax, enjoy being looked after and leave feeling like the very best version of yourself.
Every appointment is completely tailored to you, your features, your style and your occasion. I specialise in soft, timeless makeup that enhances your natural beauty rather than hiding it; makeup that feels comfortable, photographs beautifully and, most importantly, still feels like you.
A Moment to Relax
Every appointment begins with carefully considered skin preparation to nourish your skin and create the perfect canvas for beautiful, long-lasting makeup.
Your skin will be gently prepared using products selected to suit your individual needs, which may include a soothing milky toner, hydrating moisturiser, nourishing eye cream and conditioning lip treatment.
I also incorporate relaxing facial massage techniques to help ease tension and prepare the skin before we begin your makeup.
It's a small part of the appointment that makes a big difference, not only to the way your makeup sits and lasts, but to how the whole experience feels.
Especially on a wedding morning, sometimes it's rather lovely to simply sit down, switch off and let somebody else take care of you for a while.
Your Bridal Makeup Experience
Your wedding morning is one of those moments you'll remember forever, and I want the time you spend having your makeup done to be a genuinely lovely part of it.
There's no rushing you into a look or applying the same "bridal makeup" to every bride. Your makeup will be created around you: your features, your skin, your dress, your personal style and how you want to feel when you walk down the aisle.
Whether you love beautifully glowing skin and barely-there eyes or prefer something softer and more glamorous, we'll create a look that feels right for you.
I'll also consider how your makeup needs to perform throughout the day. From the emotion of the ceremony and hours of photographs to hugs, drinks and eventually the dance floor, I'll use professional products and techniques designed to give you a beautiful, long-lasting finish.
For bridal bookings, I travel to wedding venues across Lincolnshire, North Lincolnshire and surrounding areas, including Scunthorpe, Gainsborough, Brigg and Lincoln, as well as Hull, Bawtry, Retford, Doncaster, Nottinghamshire and further afield.
Thoughtfully Chosen Products
I believe every client deserves products that don't just look beautiful when they're first applied, but perform beautifully too.
My professional kit includes carefully selected products from brands including Charlotte Tilbury, Makeup by Mario, Dior, YSL Beauty, Laura Mercier and e.l.f. Cosmetics, alongside other professional favourites I've chosen for their finish, performance and longevity.
Rather than using the same combination on everyone, products are selected according to your skin type, skin tone and the look we're creating.
The aim is makeup that feels comfortable and lightweight on your skin while giving us the beautiful, polished finish we're looking for.
Soft Glam, Tailored to You
No two faces are the same, so no two makeup applications should be either.
I'm known for soft, elegant makeup that enhances rather than overwhelms your natural features. I don't want you to look in the mirror and wonder who you're looking at.
Instead, we'll create a look together that reflects your personality and makes you feel confident, whether that's fresh glowing skin, softly defined eyes, a little more glamour for an evening event or timeless bridal makeup for your wedding day.
On the Day
From the moment you sit in my chair, my priority is making sure you feel comfortable, listened to and completely at ease.
We'll talk about the look you'd like to achieve and I'll tailor everything to you as we go. If you love knowing which products I'm using, I'm very happy to talk you through them. If you'd rather simply close your eyes, relax and enjoy being pampered, you can do exactly that too.
For my brides, I know there's another important part to my job beyond the makeup itself.
Wedding mornings can be exciting, emotional and occasionally a little chaotic. I'll arrive prepared, work calmly and make sure your makeup is one thing you simply don't need to worry about.
You can enjoy the morning. I'll take care of you.
Leaving Feeling Like You
One of the loveliest things a client can say when they look in the mirror is:
"I still look like me… just the very best version of me."
That's exactly how I want you to feel.
Not hidden beneath makeup. Not transformed into somebody else.
Just timeless, radiant, confident and beautifully you.
Why Choose Laura Donnelly Makeup Artist?
- Specialist in soft-glam bridal and occasion makeup
- Personalised makeup tailored to your individual features and style
- Beautiful skin preparation before your makeup application
- Carefully selected professional and luxury products
- Long-lasting makeup designed to photograph beautifully
- Calm, relaxed and unhurried approach
- Appointments from my Lincolnshire makeup studio
- Mobile bridal makeup across Lincolnshire, North Lincolnshire, Hull, Nottinghamshire and surrounding areas
- UK and destination wedding enquiries welcome
Ready to talk about your makeup?
Whether you're planning your wedding, have a special occasion coming up or simply want to feel amazing for the day, I'd love to hear from you.
