5 out of 5 stars and 156 reviews Best of Weddings (8x).
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(156)New Jersey, Pennsylvania, New York, Delaware and beyond!
About this vendor
Jen Damminger, the visionary behind Jen Damminger Beauty, is a very accomplished wedding makeup artist located in New Jersey, servicing the tri-state area and beyond. She offers an array of services and designs, specializing in traditional wedding palates, color reduction, and airbrushing for your special day, all the way through special effects and Avant-Garde designs. She can be found working runway shows during Philly Fashion Week or working backstage at a charity event- no matter the challenge, she will make you realize the beauty within!
Details
Beauty
- Beauty Group Bookings
- Makeup
- Airbrushed Makeup
- Makeup Artists
- Makeup Trials Available
- On-Site Hair & Makeup
Business Attributes
- Woman-owned Business
Awards and Affiliations
8-Time 'Best of Weddings'
2026.2025.2024.+5 more.
Best of Weddings
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Hall of Fame
Earned by winning 'Best of Weddings' four or more times.
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I cannot recommend Jen enough! From the very beginning, she was professional, organized, and so easy to work with. She truly listened to what I wanted and made me feel like the abs...
olute best version of myself on my wedding day. Not only did my makeup look flawless, but it lasted from the first photos to the very last dance without needing touch-ups. She also made the entire morning feel calm, fun, and stress-free, which was exactly what every bride needs. If you’re looking for someone who is incredibly talented, pays attention to every detail, and genuinely cares about making you feel beautiful, look no further. Thank you for making me feel so confident and beautiful on one of the most important days of my life. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience for myself and my bridesmaids on my wedding day!!!
To the queen that made me feel like a queen on my wedding day. There are not enough words to describe how incredible Jen is and how much my family and I love her. She did my weddin...
g and my sister's wedding. This woman is attentive, kind, and makes you feel like the most special bride ever. Her makeup skills are out of this world. Thanks Jen for being the best!
I am a middle aged woman whose skin is going through major changes that I was struggling to combat. I set up a beauty consultation with Jen to discuss options. Jen was (and is) ext...
remely knowledgeable about skin care and skin care products, more than I could have imagined. She not only understood what I was going through but could easily explain how things change as you age. She explained some changes in routine I could make, some products swaps I could make, and set up a small virtual shelf for me to easily shop my recommended products. The best part is she offers products that range in price so you don’t feel overwhelmed by costs as you start your new process. I have been following the new routine a couple months now and I can see significant improvement. I’m so happy I met with her, she is the sweetest and it doesn’t hurt that she’s also really funny. Please reach out to Jen for all your skin care needs, you won’t regret it.
Jen made everyone feel so comfortable and confident. Her personality is so warm and welcoming, which made the whole experience even more fun and stress-free.
She was also incredibl...
y flexible when our location changed and when we added my mom last minute without hesitation. She handled everything so professionally and made us all look and feel beautiful. I couldn’t have asked for a better makeup artist for such a special day. Highly recommend Jen to anyone looking for someone talented, kind, and easy to work with!
Jen was absolutely incredible and such a huge part of what made our wedding day so special! This was actually the third wedding she’s done makeup for in my circle, and once again s...
he completely exceeded every expectation. From the moment she arrived, she brought such a positive energy that instantly put everyone at ease. She made me absolutely beautiful all day long! Jen is a must hire for your special day
Jen was amazing! From the bridal trial to wedding day Jen made sure I felt comfortable and happy the entire time. She was sure to get every detail of what I wanted and fix any nece...
ssary changes along the way! I was super nervous on my wedding morning and having her as part of my glam team truly kept me calm, happy, laughing, and excited! Jen is dedicated to her artistry, making the client feel amazing inside and out. She is such a genuinely great vibe and incredible MUA for any occassion! I cannot wait to use her again 🤍
Jen did my makeup for my wedding and she was amazing. She was so easygoing and funny, which honestly helped calm me down more than anything else. She just went with the flow the wh...
ole morning, no stress, no drama. And she made me feel so pretty!!!
Everyone in my bridal party loved her too. They kept saying how sweet she was and how good she made them look. I couldn’t have asked for a better makeup artist. Highly recommend Jen to anyone.
Jen is an absolutely genius. She not only has the best personality but her makeup application is second to none. She makes everyone feel so comfortable and absolutely flawless. She...
was the perfect person for the big day :)
I have nothing but wonderful things to say about Jen as an individual and as an artist!! She was a delight to work with from the start. She made me and all of my girls feel so comf...
ortable and did such an amazing job personalizing everyone's look to their own specific tastes and desires. She is wonderfully kind and added a great, fun, and calm presence to the day. I would choose her again and recommend her to all brides!!
I seriously don’t even know where to start with Jen. From the moment she walked in, she brought the best energy…calm, fun, and so uplifting. She didn’t just do our makeup; she made...
every single one of us feel beautiful and confident. That’s just who she is. One of the sweetest moments was when my best friend (who never wears makeup) felt a little unsure about what she wanted. Jen was so kind and patient with her, talking her through everything and making little tweaks until she felt completely comfortable. By the end, my best friend looked and felt amazing. Jen also totally nailed my look. She listened to everything I wanted to tweak from my trial and made it perfect. Her communication was on point the whole way through, and she just made the whole process so easy and fun. She’s honestly a total boss babe..confident, professional, and ridiculously talented. She makes you feel like you’re hanging out with a friend while also working with someone who knows exactly what they’re doing. If you’re not booking Jen, you’re seriously missing out. I’m forever grateful she was part of my day. ❤️
Jen was AMAZING! Her vibe was great an added to the fun of the day. Her makeup skills are excellent. The bride looked beautiful and I got the lashes, airbrush, and glam look I want...
ed! The MOB was not planning to do makeup, but once she saw how lovely and natural the MOG looked with Jen's makeup, she went for it! My makeup stayed on perfectly for 16+ hours. 10/10 recommend and will use again if we have another event!
I can’t recommend Jen enough! She did my wedding makeup and absolutely blew me away. She made me feel so beautiful and confident on my big day. I was a total cry baby and my makeup...
still looked flawless all night long—it didn’t budge one bit! Not only is she incredibly talented, but she’s also such a kind presence to have with you on such a special day. If you’re looking for a makeup artist who will make you look and feel amazing, she’s the one!
I can’t say enough great things about Jen and the incredible job she did with my bridal makeup, as well as for my bridesmaids, my mother-in-law, and my mom! Everyone looked absolut...
ely stunning, and the makeup lasted beautifully throughout the night. Jen is not only talented but also a delight to work with—so sweet and personable! I truly appreciated her organization and how smoothly she managed everyone’s makeup schedule. She was especially wonderful with my mother-in-law, who has early-onset dementia, and my mom, who has specific preferences with her makeup. If you're looking for someone down-to-earth, fun, and super organized, Jen is definitely your go-to! I wholeheartedly recommend her to any bride in the NJ area!
I booked with Jen for my bridal shower makeup and my bridal makeup for my wedding day. She did an amazing job and exceeded my expectations on both occasions. She was punctual, frie...
ndly and very knowledgeable with the products she used. She listened to not only what I wanted but what my bridesmaids wanted as well. Jen is truly amazing and I would 1000% book with her again!
Jen is absolutely amazing and one of the best memories I will have from my wedding. From the beginning, to the trial, to the wedding, she made it so easy and never missed a beat! ...
She was accomedating, easy to work with, and made everyone feel beautiful. Her energy and vibe made my morning so special I felt we have known her for years! I would recommend her again and again. You will not regret using this incredibly talented woman on your wedding day!
Jen is a must-hire for your special day! From initial booking, to trial, to wedding day… she was the most consistent vendor I worked with. She knows that communication is key for n...
ot only her own preparation but also for easing the bride’s nerves. She checked in with me periodically during planning and triple checked details the week of. Jen doesn’t miss a beat! She was the first to arrive to the bridal suite, so she was ready to go before we even arrived. She’s organized and pays attention to all the details. She was so kind to allow my mother-in-law and sister-in-law to get makeup services done when they were not on the original contract. She took the extra time out of her day to do their makeup when she did not have to! They were so grateful for her flexibility. That’s how you can tell this isn’t a job for Jen- it’s a passion!
EVERYONE looked so beautiful! And my makeup lasted all night. She even prepped the sweetest little party bag with a personalized face/lip kit. She brings great energy to the bridal suite and knows how to connect with people. Jen will undoubtedly make you feel like the star of the show on your special day!
Jen was amazing! She had great communication leading up to the big day and had such a fun, bubbly personality that made the wedding morning so great. She was on time, and did such ...
great work - everyone was so happy! I would highly highly recommend Jen for your big day.
If I could give her more than five stars I would!! She made my wedding morning go so smoothly and brought so much good energy. She does exactly what you ask for and I would definit...
ely use her again for another event!
As if her 137, 5 star reviews don’t say enough about her… here we go. Jen was everything I could’ve asked for and more. Starting wedding day at 6:30 AM with a schedule of 9 bridesm...
aids, 2 flower girls, 2 moms, a grandmom and a bride ALL BY HERSELF is absolutely insane. But still, Jen stayed on time, kept the energy HIGH, dealt with a coffee deprived MOH and provided breathe taking work. Being a bridal party of girls who do not typically wear make up and prefer a natural look, Jen made sure to listen to our wants but also educated us on the makeup she was applying. She ensured all of the girls understood why she was recommending air brush or traditional makeup for their skins needs while providing a full glam each and everyone one of them loved. I would choose Jen over and over and over again. Thank you for being so amazing at what you do and for making me feel absolutely stunning for such an important day. Love you!!! 🩷
JEN!!!!! Where do I even start about Jen! My day truly would not have been the same without her. We started off the morning with makeup first thing, and Jen’s positive energy truly...
is what got the day started on a great note. She was such a delight to work with, one of those people that you want to be best friends with right off the bat. Aside from her personality, her work blew us out of the water. She made me and all my girls look STUNNING! I truly cannot say enough great things about Jen, and would recommend her to everyone I know. Love you girl! 🫶
I can’t say enough about Jen. She is exceptional. Arriving at 6:45 AM to start makeup for my daughter (bride), bridesmaids & Moms her energy is second to none. She listened to ...
each individual’s wants and just crushed it. Everyone looked so natural and beautiful. To top the day off she did my Mother’s makeup - who is 79 & never wears make up. My Mom’s statement was “this is the first time in my life I felt pretty”. If you are looking for someone who is passionate, talented and professional Jen is your girl. Thank you for making our day so special.
One of the best decisions I made for my wedding day was booking Jen as my makeup professional. She answered my inquiry promptly, accommodated my needs, and made me feel like my exp...
erience mattered immediately upon contact. Jen’s energy and personable nature made the day fun. I laughed the entire session. I’ve never had so much fun getting my makeup done before! Jen is honest when it comes to choosing what products work best for your needs, and I fully trusted her expertise. My makeup was flawless. I didn’t even need to do a touch up throughout the day. It was long-lasting and sweat proof (my biggest fear was that I would sweat it off - it was 89 degrees the day of my wedding and I’m notorious for sweating off my makeup). My eyebrows were so well done that you couldn’t even tell they were filled in - they looked so natural! (I do not fill my eyebrows in, so this was important for me). I have received my professional photos and my makeup photographed beautifully. I felt so confident and beautiful and the photos reflect that both in the makeup and in the way the makeup made me feel. It was so excellent in fact that I already messaged her to teach me more about skincare, products, and makeup because I completely trust her expertise and talent - just from that one session. Book her! You will be so glad you did. I know I am and I have the photographs to show for it.
Jen is a delight!! A whole damn vibe of her own, and if you haven't had the chance to meet her in person.. do yourself a favor and book a studio session for a "night out makeup" l...
ook and you'll thank me later. She's literally one of those people you wished you knew all your life!
I met Jen through our industry we share, I do bridal hair, she does makeup. We worked together on many brides creating a masterpiece each time. When it was my day 8.11.24 Jen outdid herself again. I felt like an absolute princess and the compliments were endless. Her work is flawless, her professionalism is fun, she's on point!! You will not be disappointed. Thank you so much lovey 💗
I can’t say enough about this amazing lady! I usually don’t wear much makeup, so I wanted to go a little more natural for my wedding day. Jen blew me away with her skills and made ...
me feel gorgeous! My makeup lasted all day and night without any smudging or fading! My bridesmaids and I were all so happy with her work! Not to mention we had a great time while getting our makeup done. It was like a bunch of girlfriends just hanging out having girl talk and laughing. Love love love her!!! ❤️
Jen not only provided me a gorgeous look for hair and makeup, but she also came to my venue the day before and custom drew a beautiful chalkboard greeting for us. Jen goes above an...
d beyond and is an incredible artist and vendor. My day wouldn’t have been the same without her.
Love Jen Damminger! She did my girls makeup and me for my wedding! Her makeup stayed on all day and looked amazing! Love the products she uses and her knowledge of makeup! Very pro...
fessional and would highly recommend her! ❤️
Jen was absolutely AMAZING and we could not have picked a better makeup artist. She truly IS an artist and her work is mesmerizing. I had the best day of my life and felt so beauti...
ful during it thanks to Jen. She does so much more than makeup because she also emotionally supports you while you're getting ready--and that is SO important. I am recommending her to EVERYBODY!
I could not have asked for a better makeup artist than Jen! She is fabulous. I wear makeup casually and have always liked a more natural look. Jen made my vision of a look enhancin...
g my natural beauty become a reality, and even better than I expected for my October wedding. My makeup lasted all night and still looked like it did in the morning despite some happy tears throughout the day. All of my bridesmaids loved their looks done by either Jen or her assistant, and my mom who does not wear a lot of make up loved her look done by Jen. Jen is extremely personable, a responsive communicator, really listens to what you’re looking for, and knows how to make you feel beautiful, not just on your wedding, but every day. I cannot recommend her enough!
Jen is truly one of the most talented makeup artists I have had the pleasure to work with. I hired her for myself and my bridesmaid for our Wedding in Upstate, NY. Not only is she ...
pleasant, warm, and genuine, she produces amazing work. I am a makeup person through and through and can be particular about my makeup as I am used to doing my own. Jen truly made me feel like the most beautiful person and I cannot thank her enough! Each of my bridesmaids enjoyed her work as well! I would recommend her to anyone! She is a wonderful human with a lot of talent! Thank you Jen! It was such a pleasure!! Thank you so much for making me feel comfortable and beautiful!
Jenn was absolutely amazing to work with! So responsive, knowledgable, and a whole lot of fun. She truly went above and beyond to make sure me and all of my girls looked and felt b...
eautiful. We got so many compliments all night!
I had the privilege of meeting Jen for my wedding makeup, and it was nothing short of miraculous. After a wedding planning nightmare with my original artist, I was in a last-minute...
scramble to find a replacement. Jen came to the rescue with her incredible talent and warmth. She made me and my bridal party feel stunning and confident, turning my wedding day into something truly special. I can't recommend Jen highly enough. Thank you, Jen, for making my day unforgettable. With boundless gratitude, Kiana T.
I seriously cannot say enough about Jen! Besides her having an extremely fun personality, she did phenomenal work. I didn't do a trial with her due to living far, but I didn't worr...
y at all given her reference photos from past weddings. Which, ended up being completely fine since she did exactly what I wanted and had envisioned. I truly felt beautiful on my wedding day, thanks to her. I would recommend her again and again!
I would recommend Jen to anyone!! She made me feel absolutely beautiful on BOTH my engagement shoot day and my wedding day! All my bridesmaids raved about how much they loved their...
makeup as well! As someone who can someone struggle to feel beautiful in their own skin, I can confidently say Jen played such a big role in making me feel like the prettiest girl in the room on my wedding day! 🤍
Jen is so sweet, my make up for my wedding and trial was so perfect. Definitely recommend!!!!
Jen was absolutely amazing from start to finish during my wedding planning process!
During my trial she took the time and listened to me on how I envisioned how I would look on my ...
wedding day. She also glammed me up to make me feel so beautiful but also still feel like myself!
On the wedding day Jen was early and ready to take on the day with my bridesmaids! She brought the best energy, and made everyone feel like their most beautiful self. She also got finished with everyone with great timing and even time for touch ups. I have never felt so beautiful the way she did my makeup for my wedding!
If you haven’t already… run, don’t walk!!!! Book Jen to complete your perfect wedding day!!
Jen is an absolute gem - personally and professionally. Her approach to makeup is from the perspective of an artist with an individualized focus. She is understanding of any self-c...
onscious concerns, which is so important when dealing with someone with difficult skin - especially on "the most important day of her life". And her knowledge of makeup application as a science gives her the ability to being out the natural beauty of any canvas. Jen provides her clients with advice on how to prepare their skin for professional makeup application months before your event without criticizing personal product choices or pushing expensive procedures/treatments. She treats her clients with respect and makes each bride feel like a priority. She is responsive in communication and flexible throughout the process of booking your trial. Jen is a very talented makeup artist and provides quality application that lasts all night - through the heat of a stressful day and the chaos of the dance floor. I felt like my most beautiful self on my wedding day - not caked with foundation or disguised with dramatic lashes. She listens and is able to pivot when her client has isn't 100% happy with their look or decides on a different vibe. My bridal party all looked gorgeous in person and in photos, but more importantly - they all commented on how they felt beautiful in their own skin. Every interaction with Jen is like talking to your best friend. I am thrilled to have found her to do my makeup on my wedding day and look forward to working with her again for any and all of my artistic needs.
Jen has been a pleasure to work with the past year. I chose her to be my MUA in 2021 shortly after getting engaged and she has done my makeup for my engagement shoot, bridal shower...
, & wedding. She’s super easy going and listens to your goals and vision. She truly cares about making you feel good and just has an awesome aura about her. She’s super talented and I’m blessed to have crossed paths with her. I will forsure be using her again for any make up needs! Thank you Jen for making me feel and look amazing!
Jen was such a bright spot in my wedding from the start. I’m not big into make up so keeping my look natural was very important to me. Jen understood exactly what I wanted and I co...
uldn’t have been happier with the final product on my wedding day. All of my bridesmaids looked fabulous as well. In addition, Jen was extremely punctual and had all 8 of us finished ahead of schedule. You will not be disappointed booking Jen !!
Jen is absolutely amazing! From initial inquiry, to consultation, to the wedding day, she was so incredibly kind, funny, professional, and overall a blast! If you are considering a...
sking Jen to be a part of your day, please do so! She will help make your inner beauty shine and make you feel so confident in your day! She is so genuine and relatable, and truly focused on enhancing my natural self, which is all I could have asked for! I highly recommend Jen!!
I had the absolute pleasure of having Jen as my makeup artist on my wedding day, and I couldn't be happier with the results. She took the time to understand my preferences, and the...
final look she created was beyond my expectations. I felt like the most beautiful version of myself that day, and it's all thanks to her skill and attention to detail. I can't thank her enough for being a crucial part of making my wedding day so perfect. She is not just a makeup artist; she's an artist who helps enhance the beauty and confidence of every bride she works with. I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for an exceptional makeup artist who will make you feel like a true bride. Jen, you’re amazing!!! 💜💜
From the minute I stepped into Jen’s studio for my trial, I knew I picked the right makeup artist. Not only is she so incredibly friendly and makes you feel so comfortable, she is ...
absolutely amazing at what she does. My makeup looked stunning, was exactly what I envisioned, and it stayed all night even after sweating in 90 degree humid weather all day and after crying multiple times throughout the night. I would give Jen 100 stars if I could!
Jen was amazing! She had done my makeup before in a wedding I was in, so when it came time to book for my own wedding, I knew I had to have her. She has excellent communication thr...
oughout the process, and keeps you calm while you’re getting ready. I’ve never felt more beautiful! 10/10 would recommend again and again!
Jen is just the best!! I felt absolutely amazing on my wedding day and the whole bridal party was gorgeous. She has an energetic personality that gets you going for the day. I don’...
t wear much make up so I am totally intimidated by it. Starting with my make up trial, Jen blew me away with everything she did. It lasted the entire day and I knew it was going to be great for the wedding day! Jen was so communicative and made sure to work around timelines to keep nerves calm. She is just the best and can’t wait to use her again!!
Jen was amazing. I very rarely like having my makeup professionally done but she really took the time to listen to my concerns, likes, and dislikes. I LOVED my makeup for my weddin...
g and have never felt so beautiful. She also did amazing makeup for all of my bridesmaids. My mother-in-law was concerned makeup would age her but Jen did a great job making her look and feel beautiful as well as age appropriate, which my MIL was so pleased with. I will definitely be going to Jen again the next time I need my makeup done!
Jen was amazing to work with! She has the best personality and is super professional! She came early to get us ready and made all of my bridesmaids look and feel amazing. She made ...
me feel so gorgeous for my wedding and helped make the day so magical!!!
Jen is absolutely amazing and fun to work with!!! She made me feel so beautiful and provided me with a touch up kit which came in so handy before the ceremony and reception. She ha...
s the talent to highlight your features without overdoing it. She gave me a glow and complemented both my wedding and reception outfit with lip color and eyeshadow so perfectly. Even during our trials she asked us what the most amount of makeup we wear is so she could get a baseline of what we are comfortable with. After my ceremony, she helped me with removing safety pins so I could change out of my wedding outfit when I needed an extra hand. She is such a genuine person! So happy I was able to share my special day with her! 💕💕💕
Jen Damminger Beauty. Mullica Hill, NJ. 10/10 Jen is amazing to work with. I knew I wanted airbrush so I was pretty specific in my search for an artist. I have eczema, rosacea, an...
d extremely sensitive skin which also made me particularly picky in my search. From the day I met her at my trial I felt like I knew her for years. She was so receptive to feedback at my trial and had me and all of my girls looking great. She came in at 6:45 am on my wedding day and kicked my husband out of the pullout bed in the conjoined living room suite and it was hysterical (for me at least). She is efficient and professional. We worked through a bit of a medical emergency with a family member in the morning and Jen kept me calm the whole time I was in her chair. She is an amazing artist in more than just make up and truly passionate about her craft. She's been shifting gears professionally into other projects and even into teaching master classes. I would absolutely recommend Jen for any make up needs. She gives all her brides touch up kits and trust me we used mine and it was perfect. Oh did I mention 1% of every face gets donated to mental health foundations?
Jen is an ULTRA professional, a sweetheart, suuuper talented, affordable and I would recommend her in a heartbeat. Jen first had me in at her super cute studio for a trial and we w...
ere able to discuss the colors, shades and products she'd be using and what sort of styles, techniques and products I preferred vs. wanted to avoid. Fast forward to day-of - she did mine and my mother's makeup, and I looooved my bridal makeup and received a ZILLION compliments about how gorgeous I looked! My mother also looked so fabulous (her first time wearing lashes)! The makeup not only held up all day (8:00am makeup, first look at 2:30 then 4:30pm ceremony), but it photographed very well too. Jen also gave me a bunch of samples and a touch up kit to ensure I could fix any mishaps throughout the day, but I never had to because it stayed on so well! Definitely hire Jen!!
I cannot say enough about Jen. She is the epitome of talent. Her makeup application is flawless, her sweet fun personality makes you want to just invite her to the wedding just so ...
that you can have a drink and party with her and her professionalism is top tier. Everyone complimented the bridesmaids’ and my makeup all night. In fact the makeup even lasted until the next day. I never felt more beautiful than I did on my wedding day thanks to Jen. I recommend any bride reach out & book with her!
P.S. when you do book with her, choose the airbrush application! You will not be disappointed
Jen is incredible! I felt so perfect on my big day. My friends and family looked flawless, and got so many compliments throughout the night. Jen is so kind, funny and easy to get a...
long with (even while working with a dislocated jaw!!). She was one of the most professional vendors I worked with, and even went out of her way to help me reschedule my trial appointment. The morning of the wedding she arrived early and got everyone done well ahead of schedule. Would recommend 100% to anyone!
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Jen Damminger Beauty