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Kathleen Benjamin
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Hi! I’m Kathleen Benjamin — I’ve been in the beauty world for 40+ years, and my signature vibe is clean, fresh, natural glam that still feels like you.
I love when brides come to me with a unique vision, and I’m all about enhancing your features without covering up who you are.
Outside of makeup + hair, I’m big on simple living, nature, family, movement, and meditation — all of which keep my energy calm and grounding on your wedding morning.
If you’re dreaming up a look that’s soft, effortless, and uniquely yours, I’d love to create it with you.
Kathleen Benjamin and Team
On-Site Hair & Makeup | Madison, NJ
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Kathleen Benjamin
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For over 30 years, Kathleen Benjamin has helped brides feel like the most beautiful, confident version of themselves—naturally. Brides across New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania are drawn to her signature approach: elevated, timeless bridal hair and makeup that enhances your natural features and still feels unmistakably you.
Kathleen is the owner and creative director of On-Site Hair and Makeup, where her true passion lies in natural bridal hair and makeup that photographs beautifully, lasts all day, and feels comfortable in real life. With decades of experience both behind the chair and on location, Kathleen understands how to create looks that are polished, modern, and effortless—never overdone or trendy for the sake of trends.
She leads a carefully curated team of over 20 professional hair and makeup artists, allowing her company to seamlessly serve everything from intimate weddings to large bridal parties—without sacrificing quality, calm, or consistency. Every artist on the team is trained to deliver the same natural, elevated aesthetic Kathleen is known for.
Kathleen and her team are known for truly listening. They don’t copy Pinterest—they customize your look to match your vibe, your vision, and your story. Before the big day, you’ll meet for a Bridal Trial, where your full wedding look is created, tested, and refined so you walk down the aisle feeling confident, comfortable, and completely yourself.
✨ Bridal Party Savings Available
For brides booking hair and makeup services together for their bridal party, we offer Bridal Party Savings—the more services you book, the more you save. This is ideal for larger parties and helps keep your wedding morning smooth, organized, and stress-free. (Ask for details when you inquire.)
With Kathleen, it’s more than hair and makeup. It’s about feeling seen, supported, and beautiful in a way that feels natural and true to you.
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The hair and makeup team is consistently praised for calming, professional service and beautiful, natural looks that photograph well and last all night. They’re punctual, responsive, and accommodating with trials and large parties. Clients appreciated their patience, attention to detail, and fair pricing.Review photos
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Taylor C
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5.0
11/04/2024
Kathleen and her team did an amazing job with my girls! I had 6 bridesmaids, a MOTB, and myself and we all LOVED how our hair and makeup came out. It looked so natural and held the...
entire day. She also ordered me halo hair extensions and did my hair and make up trial for my bridal shower. They brought chairs the morning of because we got ready in my hotel room. Very professional and easy to work with
Response from Kathleen Benjamin On-Site Hair & Makeup on 11/05/2024
Thank you so much for your kind words! It was such a joy to work with you, your bridesmaid...
s, and your mom. I’m thrilled that everyone loved their natural, long-lasting hair and makeup! It was a pleasure arranging the halo extensions and your bridal shower trial – I’m so glad it all came together beautifully. We’re happy to bring those extra touches, like chairs, to make the morning go as smoothly as possible. Wishing you all the best in your new chapter, and thank you for letting us be a part of your special day! Kathleen and team xoxo
Meriah M
5.0
3/11/2026
Kathleen and her team are true artists!! Our hair and make-up were done beautifully, felt natural, and held up easily through all the happy tears and dancing. Highly recommend!
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Cathy G
5.0
2/18/2026
I cannot say enough positive comments about Kathleen. As a nervous mother of the groom, she put me right at ease. She managed to make my hair and make up look natural and flawles...
s under extremely challenging weather conditions (severe wind!). My hair held for 18 hours! She also had such a calm demeanor - she arrived EARLY so that I would be at ease. My daughter is getting married next year and I will be using her services again!
Response from Kathleen Benjamin On-Site Hair & Makeup on 02/22/2026
This absolutely made my day — thank you so much for these beautiful words. 🥹
You were the...
calmest “nervous” mother of the groom I’ve ever met! And yes… that wind was trying its best, but we were not letting it win. I’m still so proud that your hair held strong for 18 hours — that deserves its own award.
It means so much to me that you felt at ease. Arriving early and keeping the energy calm is just as important to me as the hair and makeup itself.
I am already looking forward to next year for your daughter’s wedding — we’re going to do it all over again (hopefully with less wind!). 💛
Brooke B
5.0
11/20/2025
Kathleen did a beautiful job for my wedding makeup! So elegant and natural, it highlighted my features so perfectly. She was so lovely to spend the morning with and everyone in the...
wedding party looked stunning. I couldn't recommend Kathleen more for your event!
Cori A
5.0
11/19/2025
I was very nervous about choosing someone for hair and makeup, my family has extremely thick, long hair, and I wanted to make sure everyone looked and felt amazing. After doing a ...
lot of research on hair and makeup artists in the NJ area, I came across Kathleen. Her reviews were incredible, so I decided to reach out and book a trial.
Kathleen was so kind, patient, and truly listened to the vision I had for my wedding look. My trial went perfectly, I left feeling confident, excited, and honestly so lucky to have found her. I loved everything about my hair and makeup that day.
As amazing as the trial was, Kathleen somehow exceeded all expectations on the day of the wedding. My makeup and hair lasted ALL night long, my wedding ran from 6 PM to 12:30 AM, and I didn’t need a single touch-up other than my lipstick. Everything held beautifully through photos, the ceremony, dancing, and hours of celebration.
Kathleen and her team arrived at 9 AM to set up, and we began at 9:30. We had six people needing hair and makeup, and the team worked efficiently while still giving everyone personalized attention. They finished right on time around 2:30, with final touch-ups done by 2:45. Everyone looked absolutely beautiful, and my bridal party couldn’t stop talking about how talented and sweet the stylists were.
The team was punctual, flexible, and incredibly easy to work with, even as we switched up the order, they kept the morning calm, fun, and stress-free. We truly had such a great time getting ready with them.
I highly, highly recommend Kathleen and her team to any bride looking for stunning, long-lasting hair and makeup and an amazing getting-ready experience.
Sarah K
5.0
9/10/2025
I am so thrilled with how gorgeous everyone looked and how amazingly our hair stayed!!! Everyone’s curls were as fresh 10pm as they were at 10am. Kathleen gave me the perfect brida...
l look. She incorporated all the feedback from my trial and I'm amazed how well everything held up throughout the day and night despite lots of tears!
Response from Kathleen Benjamin On-Site Hair & Makeup on 09/10/2025
I’m beyond thrilled to hear this! It was such an honor to be part of your day and to creat...
e a look that felt so perfectly you. I love knowing the curls and makeup lasted through every moment (and all those tears 🥰). Thank you for trusting me—I’m so happy you felt beautiful from start to finish! Kathleen and team!
Alexandra J
5.0
10/25/2024
Kathleen and her team were absolutely amazing to work with! From my initial booking with Kathleen, my hair and makeup trial, to my wedding day, Kathleen was always responsive and c...
lear in her communication. Kathleen and her team took their time during my trial, did an amazing job, and were so receptive to my feedback.
On the day of the wedding, the team was set up and ready to go right on time, stayed on schedule, and had plenty of time for touch-ups before my photographer needed us to be ready.
It was so important to me that I look like myself on my wedding day and I could not have been happier with my hair and makeup – a true natural look with a little glam! My hair and makeup, along with the bridesmaids and mothers were so gorgeous and lasted well through the night!
Overall, I highly recommend Kathleen and her team for a natural look with a touch of glam!
Response from Kathleen Benjamin On-Site Hair & Makeup on 11/02/2024
Yay!Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! It was truly a pleasure working with yo...
u from the initial booking all the way through to your wedding day. We’re so glad that you felt heard and supported, and that you loved your look. It’s always our goal to create a natural yet glam style that feels like "you" especially on such a special day. It means the world to hear that everyone’s hair and makeup held up beautifully and lasted all night. Congratulations again, and thank you for allowing us to be part of your celebration!
Nina S
5.0
8/25/2024
I had my wedding last Saturday and Lauren did my bridal makeup (I did not have a bridal party). I originally went in one direction with my trial and did not like how I looked and g...
ave my feedback day of and Lauren absolutely nailed it. She spent a lot of time perfecting the look. She's also just a really sweet person and fun to chat with. The make-up held up really well and was still perfect at 3 AM!
Response from Kathleen Benjamin On-Site Hair & Makeup on 08/29/2024
Hi Nina,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I'm thrilled to hear that Lauren wa...
s able to perfect your bridal look and make you feel beautiful on your special day. It’s great to know the makeup lasted all night, even through the late hours of celebration! Lauren truly is a gem, and I’m glad you enjoyed working with her.
Wishing you all the best in this new chapter!
Warm regards,
Kathleen
Shannon J
5.0
8/23/2024
Kathleen was my wedding makeup savior because our original hair and makeup plan fell through last minute. Kathleen responded almost immediately and I was able to set up a trial wit...
h Gina and Lauren within a week. I was so happy with the trial and Kathleen sent me multiple photos that I was able to look at and communicate with her and the team about what I wanted differently. Her studio is clean and comfortable, and having the trial took a lot of anxiety out of the whole process for me. The planning portion with Kathleen was also a breeze because of her and the team’s flexibility and quick response time. On the day of the wedding, Gina, Sahna, and Lauren were truly artists with myself and the bridal party/mothers. I was most nervous about my hair and Gina worked patiently with me to create my dream look. All three of our artists were also just nice and pleasant people to have around on a stressful morning. We all felt so beautiful and the hair and makeup lasted until 2 am. Across the board my bridesmaids commented on how natural their makeup looked. We were so happy with our experience! - Shannon
Response from Kathleen Benjamin On-Site Hair & Makeup on 08/29/2024
Hi Shannon,
Thank you so much for your kind words! It was truly an honor to be part of y...
our special day, especially under such unexpected circumstances. I'm so glad we were able to step in and make the experience stress-free for you. Gina, Sahna, and Lauren are indeed amazing, and I’m thrilled to hear that they made you and your bridal party feel beautiful and at ease.
I’m happy that we could bring your dream look to life and that everything lasted throughout your celebration. Your feedback means the world to us, and I’ll be sure to pass along your compliments to the team. Wishing you a lifetime of happiness!
Warm regards,
Kathleen
Sam D
5.0
8/12/2024
Kathleen and her team of artists were absolutely fantastic! They did an excellent job with each of the bridesmaids, the mothers, and myself as the bride. 10/10
Response from Kathleen Benjamin On-Site Hair & Makeup on 08/29/2024
Hi Sam,
Thank you so much for your kind words! It was a pleasure being part of your spe...
cial day, and we’re thrilled to hear that you were happy with our work. Knowing that you’d rate us 10/10 means the world to us!
Wishing you a lifetime of happiness!
Warm regards,
Kathleen
Cassie M
5.0
7/29/2024
I am so glad I found Kathleen - I had a hard time finding a makeup artist who could help me find the middle ground of a natural look but enough makeup to enhance my features. Kathl...
een did just that. Her wealth of experience was evident in helping me determine my makeup and hair, and she was so easy to work with even as I asked to tweak my foundation the day of. When I walked into her cool studio for my trial, she asked all the questions I felt like were missing from previous experiences. Kathleen’s experience in the industry and professionalism made me at ease.
My mom, mother in law and bridesmaids all commented how lovely the team Kathleen brought on the morning of my wedding was, and everyone was really happy with their hair and makeup! It was truly a relaxing morning thanks to the competence of Kathleen and her team. I highly recommend!
PS. Idk how she did it but I barely felt the fake lashes she applied all day!
Response from Kathleen Benjamin On-Site Hair & Makeup on 08/08/2024
Cassie,
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! I'm thrilled to hear that we were a...
ble to create the perfect balance of a natural yet enhanced look for you. It's always our goal to make sure each bride feels confident and at ease, and I'm glad my experience helped make that happen for you.
I’m so happy to hear that your mom, mother-in-law, and bridesmaids were pleased with their hair and makeup as well! It was a joy to be part of your wedding morning, and knowing that it was a relaxing experience for you makes it all the more rewarding.
And about those lashes—I’m so glad they were comfortable all day! Thank you for trusting us with such an important day, and for your high recommendation.
Wishing you all the best!
Warm regards,
Kathleen & Team
Nicole L
5.0
7/25/2024
Kathleen and her team were everything I was looking for and more! From my hair and makeup trial to the big day. They made my bridal party and me feel so comfortable and beautiful. ...
I couldn't recommend Kathleen enough, truly the best hair and makeup artist!
Response from Kathleen Benjamin On-Site Hair & Makeup on 08/29/2024
Hi Nicole,
Thank you so much for your heartfelt review! It was an absolute joy working wi...
th you and your bridal party, from the trial to your big day. I'm so glad we could make you feel comfortable and beautiful during such a special time. Your recommendation means the world to me!
Wishing you all the happiness in your new journey!
Warm regards,
Kathleen
Ana G
5.0
7/23/2024
My friend had her wedding in October 2023, and she looked stunning. I asked for her MUA artist's contact and reached out to Kathleen for my hair for my wedding in June 2024 because...
I had found someone else for makeup. However, after two trials, I didn’t feel confident enough for my big day.
I had a pre-wedding event where Kathleen was going to do my makeup and hair, and I absolutely loved the way my makeup turned out. I knew I had to have her for my big day, and she kindly accommodated my request. She listened to what I wanted and made me feel beautiful on both days. I had makeup for my wedding ceremony, and it lasted the whole day and looked perfect throughout the evening reception.
I 100% recommend Kathleen and Val for your big day! Communication was always great, her professionalism was impeccable, and she’s so nice as well.
Response from Kathleen Benjamin On-Site Hair & Makeup on 07/23/2024
Thank you so much for your heartfelt review! I'm thrilled to hear that you were happy with...
your makeup and hair for both your pre-wedding event and your big day. It was an absolute pleasure to be part of your special moments. Your kind words about my communication, professionalism, and making you feel beautiful truly mean a lot. Congratulations again on your wedding, and thank you for recommending me and Val to others!
Erica T
5.0
7/22/2024
Kathleen made me feel comfortable right away, from my makeup trial to my wedding day. It was easy to communicate with her, and she always responded in a timely manner. Kathleen lis...
tened, made great suggestions and was fun to be around! Kathleen is professional, including her team. She is so talented, and I couldn’t be happier with my makeup. I still felt like myself and the makeup/hair lasted the entire day.
Response from Kathleen Benjamin On-Site Hair & Makeup on 07/23/2024
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I'm delighted to hear that you felt comfortab...
le and happy with your makeup and hair on your special day. It was a joy to work with you, and I'm glad you appreciated the communication, suggestions, and overall experience. Your kind words about my professionalism and talent mean a lot. Congratulations on your wedding, and thank you for trusting me to be a part of it!
Jenni M
5.0
6/03/2024
Kathleen and Kris (her makeup assistant) were fabulous to work with - they listened to what I wanted and didn't push anything I didn't want, which I really appreciated because that...
's not always the case with hair and makeup people. They also arrived on time and were great about communicating in a timely manner. Definitely recommend them!
Response from Kathleen Benjamin On-Site Hair & Makeup on 06/03/2024
Jenni,Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you had a ...
positive experience with us. It was a pleasure working with you and ensuring your vision came to life. Punctuality and clear communication are very important to us, so we’re glad those aspects stood out for you. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to work with you again in the future!
Kathleen and Kris xoxo
Amanda G
5.0
5/15/2024
Kathleen was absolutely amazing! I never felt more beautiful after Kathleen worked her magic. Everyone looked incredible, and I was so impressed with her work. I highly recommend K...
athleen - She was on-time, very communicative, and just a great person all around. Made me feel really comfortable and confident. Thanks Kathleen for your amazing work!
Response from Kathleen Benjamin On-Site Hair & Makeup on 05/16/2024
Hi Amanda,Thank you so much for the amazing review! I'm thrilled to hear that you felt so ...
beautiful after our session. Making you feel confident and comfortable is what it's all about for me! You were a joy to work with, and I'm so glad you loved the final look. Thanks again for choosing me, and I can't wait to glam you up again in the future! 💖✨
Cat S
5.0
1/31/2024
I can’t speak highly enough about my experience with Kathleen and her incredibly talented and professional team.
After some disappointing trails with other vendors, I was so reli...
eved to immediately realize I was in the right hands upon speaking with her. Kathleen was patient, reassuring, and really took the time to listen to my concerns and personal aesthetic.
This woman is a seasoned professional - her level of experience is obvious, but the talent, artistry, and professionalism of both Kathleen, Kevin, and her team floored my bridal party. They could not stop raving about their hair and makeup experience! Getting ready was seamless and stress free – which impressed everyone considering we were such a large group - but most of all, I felt like myself. It is a true gift to feel like the best version of your authentic self on your wedding day.
We count ourselves so lucky to have worked with this team - both a privilege and delight. Thank us later and book her now - you won’t regret it!
Response from Kathleen Benjamin On-Site Hair & Makeup on 02/01/2024
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your positive experience with our wedding h...
air and makeup services. It was an absolute pleasure to be a part of your special day, and we are thrilled to hear that you were satisfied with the results.
Our team is dedicated to creating a personalized and memorable experience for each client, and it warms our hearts to know that we played a role in making your wedding day even more beautiful. Your kind words are truly appreciated and serve as a wonderful reminder of why we love what we do.
We are grateful for the opportunity to contribute to such a significant moment in your life and are delighted that you felt confident and radiant on your wedding day. If there's anything else we can do for you in the future or if you have any further feedback, please don't hesitate to reach out.
Wishing you a lifetime of love and happiness,
Kristine B
5.0
12/03/2023
I used Kathleen & her team for my wedding on 11/19/23 & they were fantastic! I really felt like everyone involved really understood my vision for my hair & makeup & they took the t...
ime to communicate with me during the process & make sure I loved it each step of the way. The entire team is personable & very professional. Even my girls who aren’t usually comfortable getting makeup done felt at ease. Communication was easy & the response time was quite quick. The pricing was incredibly fair - to be honest they should charge more for their excellent work! 10/10 I cannot say enough good things about this team!
Brittany D
5.0
11/02/2023
Kathleen and her team (Kevin, Jeff, and Val) all were amazing on my wedding day! We had an early morning start time but they worked efficiently yet carefully to finish everyone's h...
air and makeup in time. All the girls and moms were well cared for and pampered. Everyone was so professional and Val even assisted my now mother-in-law with her DIY hair, which was so kind. I had two hair trials and Kathleen took her time with me to ensure that I was happy with the end result. I can't get over how much of a perfect match the extensions were for my hair color too. I felt like a princess on my wedding day. Thank you to this wonderful team!
Response from Kathleen Benjamin On-Site Hair & Makeup on 11/13/2023
Brittany,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with On-Site Hai...
r and Makeup We are thrilled to hear that you had such a positive and memorable wedding day with us.
It's heartening to know that our team's dedication and efficiency made your early morning start stress-free, ensuring that everyone received the care and pampering they deserved. We appreciate you acknowledging the professionalism of our team members, and it warms our hearts to hear about Val's kindness in assisting your mother-in-law with her DIY hair.
Kevin, Jeff, and Val are indeed passionate about their work, and I was delighted take the time to ensure your satisfaction with not one but two hair trials. Your mention of the perfect match of the extensions for your hair color is especially gratifying – we believe every bride deserves to feel like a princess on their special day.
Your words mean the world to us, and we are genuinely grateful to have been a part of your wedding day. If there's anything else we can assist you with in the future, please don't hesitate to reach out.
Wishing you a lifetime of love and happiness,
Kathleen and Team xoxo
Athena Y
5.0
8/29/2023
Kathleen and her team were awesome. From the very beginning Kathleen was timely in her responses and very fair in pricing, and even offered a discount given the larger size of my b...
ridal party. I went for my trial and I wasn't 100% on the style, and Kathleen was open to feedback and me coming for a second trial. She was very patient with my needs and my hair and makeup turned out perfect. They both lasted all day and looked beautiful in photos. Her team was on time bright and early and did not put us behind in our schedules, they were all so accommodating and helpful. Definitely recommend!!
Response from Kathleen Benjamin On-Site Hair & Makeup on 09/01/2023
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with Me and my team It's fa...
ntastic to hear that you had such a positive interaction and outcome for your bridal party. Our commitment to excellent service, fair pricing, and flexibility in accommodating your needs truly shines through in your review.
It's wonderful that the hair and makeup lasted all day and looked beautiful in photos. A bride's appearance on their wedding day is something they'll cherish in memories and photographs for a lifetime, and it's clear that Kathleen and her team played a significant role in making it special for you.
Your recommendation speaks volumes about the quality of service provided, and it will undoubtedly help other brides-to-be in making their decisions. We appreciate you sharing your positive experience, and we wish you all the best in your newlywed journey!
Rebecca M
5.0
5/07/2023
I hired Kathleen for makeup and Kathleen and her assistant were perfection! My bridesmaids don't wear makeup often and she was able to execute a soft and natural look without makin...
g us look and feel like we were wearing pounds of makeup. Her looks brought out everyone's natural beauty and we could not have asked for anything better. She was very professional and responsive and I would highly recommend for anyone looking for a soft and natural makeup look for their wedding day.
Response from Kathleen Benjamin On-Site Hair & Makeup on 05/08/2023
Thank you for taking the time to share your positive experience with On Site Hair and make...
up services. We are delighted to hear that Lauren and Kathleen were able to provide you and your bridesmaids with the perfect soft and natural makeup look that brought out your natural beauty on your special day. It is always a pleasure to hear that me and my team has exceeded our clients' expectations in terms of professionalism, responsiveness, and quality of service.
We will make sure to pass along your kind words to Kathleen and her team. Thank you again for choosing our services and for sharing your positive experience with us. We hope to have the opportunity to work with you again in the future. xoxox
Warm regards,
Christine C
5.0
1/31/2023
I booked Kathleen for hair and makeup for my December wedding for myself, four bridesmaids, and two mothers. All the ladies looked amazing and Kathleen and her team were beyond inc...
redible. Everyone's "natural glam" hair and makeup looked perfect in pictures and lasted the entire night! Kathleen's team is friendly, efficient (finishing with time for touch-ups and some time to spare), and extremely talented. Kathleen was super easy to contact and always responded quickly to any questions, concerns, or updates. I am beyond grateful and happy with my decision to book through Kathleen and would recommend her to anyone and everyone looking for awesome services, timeless looks, fair prices, and an unforgettable wedding morning.
Wren C
5.0
1/12/2023
Kathleen was very responsive, professional, and accommodating throughout the planning process, always providing us with information on what to expect. She always got back to us qui...
ckly and agreed to several changes to our beauty plans along the way, even as the event approached. After my trial with Kathleen, she encouraged me to provide feedback and find exactly what I wanted so we could fine-tune the final look. Kathleen and her team arrived promptly the morning of the wedding, got everything set up quickly, and provided professional and even calming services amidst the chaos of the morning. Thanks again!
Response from Kathleen Benjamin On-Site Hair & Makeup on 01/29/2023
Thank you so much for your kind words! We are so glad that you had a great experience with...
Kathleen Benjamin On-site Hair and Makeup and that we were able to meet all of your needs. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to helping you and others with their hair and makeup needs in the future.
Kristina B
5.0
11/20/2022
I found Kathleen Benjamin On-site Hair and Makeup via the Knot recommended vendors when filtering for best reviews and NJ location.
I highly recommend Kathleen Benjamin On-site H...
air and Makeup for ALL your hair and make-up needs. From the beginning, she was extremely professional and provided prompt responses -- important considering I reached out to her within 62 days of the wedding date. Kathleen, provided a thorough and detailed proposal that accurately reflected all of our needs.
She requested inspirational photos of the ideal makeup and hair for the event from all individuals but something that distinguished her from others is the fact that she took the time to identify our individual hair and skin needs for pretreating the hair leading up to the event! This proved to be extremely important -- our hair and make-up looked and felt perfect for the longevity of the event. This saved us money as we did not need any touch-ups!
Kathleen and her partner, Kris, were punctual on the day of the event. They set up quickly and went straight to work. She was very communicative throughout the set-up to ensure we stay on track with our timeline as coordinated with the photographers. She went above and beyond to touch-up hair for those who finished in the beginning. She even stayed throughout our bridal party pajama photoshoot until I was dressed in my wedding dress, shoes, and accessories to show the maid of honor how to properly remove the veil as planned later in the event.
She left the set-up studio in the bridal suite clean and sent a follow-up email.
Kathleen Benjamin On-site Hair and Makeup offer outstanding services. I highly recommend this business.
* I have attached photos by loved ones as the professional photographer's photos are not yet ready.
Response from Kathleen Benjamin On-Site Hair & Makeup on 01/29/2023
Thank you so much for your kind words! We are so glad that you had a great experience with...
Kathleen Benjamin On-site Hair and Makeup and that we were able to meet all of your needs. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to helping you and others with their hair and makeup needs in the future.
Emma T
5.0
11/06/2022
Kathleen and Lauren were amazing for my wedding on October 28th. They did my hair and makeup as well as my 5 bridesmaids, and everyone looked spectacular. Everyone looked so flawle...
ss but natural, and our hair and makeup lasted the entire night. I would recommend Kathleen to anyone looking for a natural and effortless hair and makeup look for their wedding. Thank you so much!
Response from Kathleen Benjamin On-Site Hair & Makeup on 11/10/2022
Yay! Thank you Emma for your kind words and for taking time out of your busy schedule to r...
eview us. Lauren and I both loved working with you and your bridal party. We're so happy everyone was pleased with the services. Can't wait to see the photos.
Kathleen and Lauren
Hannah V
5.0
8/10/2022
I loved my wedding hair thanks to Kathleen and Sahnet! They were so considerate of my needs that day, giving me a slightly off the shoulder look with my hair down and curled. It wa...
s supposed to be a hot day and I had a few outfit changes and so Kathleen helped me come up with a plan to have my hair "down" though off of my neck and out of the way. Sahnet also accommodated my day-of-change in veil plan and made it work perfectly. The look was so pretty and I felt like myself, though all glammed up! My hair lasted all day, too.
Response from Kathleen Benjamin On-Site Hair & Makeup on 08/18/2022
Hi Hannah,
Yay! So happy that your day was a huge success and that we were able to be part...
of the process. Organizing a wedding and all the small details that go along with it can be overwheling to say the least. Im fortunate to have a team of artist that work hard and understand the importance of doing a great job for this BIG Day! Can't wait to see pictures! Thank you again, Kathleen and team
Lauren M
5.0
6/10/2022
Kathleen and Johnny were OUTSTANDING. Each person’s hair and makeup was flawless and each girl was so impressed with the finished product. Not to mention the compliments we all got...
from the guests. I could not have been happier with the outcome. They are dependable and timely. They made my big day that much better. I highly recommend!
Response from Kathleen Benjamin On-Site Hair & Makeup on 01/29/2023
Thank you so much for your kind words! We are so glad that you had a great experience with...
Kathleen Benjamin On-site Hair and Makeup and that we were able to meet all of your needs. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to helping you and others with their hair and makeup needs in the future.
Emma W
5.0
12/21/2021
Kathleen and her team were truly amazing to work with. Going into the wedding planning process having a more natural make-up look was really important to me. I'm so happy I found K...
athleen who knew exactly what I was looking for. I felt like myself just a bit more glam!
My bridesmaids, mother, and mother-in-law were all raving about their hair and make-up all day. Kathleen went above and beyond to make us all feel and look beautiful! She set such a nice relaxing tone the morning of while also making sure we were ready by the time our photographer came. I can't recommend her enough.
Response from Kathleen Benjamin On-Site Hair & Makeup on 12/30/2021
Hello Emma,
Yay! Thank you for your kind words. It was a pleasure to work with you and you...
r family and friends. Thank you for choosing On-Site Hair and Makeup to be part of your special day!
Caitlin C
5.0
12/03/2021
Kathleen and her team do amazing work and they are amazing to work with! I highly recommend using for your special day!
Kathleen is professional, friendly, responsive, and attent...
ive to detail. She made sure everyone was ready and looking fabulous before the photographers arrived. The hair and make-up lasted all day and night even through a very sweaty dance floor!! Kathleen was such a joy to work with!!
Response from Kathleen Benjamin On-Site Hair & Makeup on 01/29/2023
Thank you so much for your kind words! We are so glad that you had a great experience with...
Kathleen Benjamin On-site Hair and Makeup and that we were able to meet all of your needs. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to helping you and others with their hair and makeup needs in the future.
Samantha S
5.0
11/01/2021
Johnny and Yessy both came for make-up services on my wedding day. They were both so wonderful. All of my girls had such a great time talking to them while they got their makeup do...
ne, and they really listened to what everyone wanted and delivered. It truly set the whole mood for the wedding. They made everyone look so beautiful and feel so comfortable. Kathleen was super responsive throughout the planning process. I already recommended her services to 2 friends getting married this year!
Response from Kathleen Benjamin On-Site Hair & Makeup on 11/02/2021
Samantha,
Thank you for taking the time to write this kind and thoughtful review. Our busi...
ness is built on reviews. Im so fortunate and grateful to have such a talented team of artist's like Johnny and Yessy that I can trust and I know that they take such pride their work.
Julianna L
5.0
10/11/2021
Kathleen and her team were amazing! She was super responsive, knowledgable, prompt and above all else made my bridal party look fantastic. All my bridesmaids wanted different style...
s and their expectations were exceeded. I could not recommend Kathleen enough!! Pick her to help make your special day 10/10!
Response from Kathleen Benjamin On-Site Hair & Makeup on 10/13/2021
Hello Julianna,
Thank you so much for taking time out of your busy schedule to review us a...
nd send some photos of your big day. Lauren and I loved working with you and your bridal party. Working with brides like you makes my job so much fun!! I can't wait to share your photos on my social media.
Ruth Ann F
5.0
10/02/2021
Kathleen and her crew, Sahna, Lea, and Camille, did an amazing job with hair and make up for 9 of us on the wedding day! The crew was efficient, professional and so skilled! We all...
looked so beautiful and both the makeup and hair lasted all day and night!! The lashes they used were the best I have ever had!! The timing of the hair and make up was perfect, so it was relaxing and fun! We even finished a little early, without thinking we started too early. We highly recommend Kathleen Benjamin!! She is a consummate wedding professional!!
Response from Kathleen Benjamin On-Site Hair & Makeup on 10/13/2021
Hello RuthAnn,
Thank you for taking time out of your busy schedule to review us! We all lo...
ved working with your amazing family and being part of the big day!
Lydia P
5.0
9/28/2021
When Kathleen told me my makeup artist was sick three days before my wedding I was a nervous wreck about using another artist she suggested, as I had been so in love with my trial ...
makeup. But Kathleen put me in good hands with Mr. Johnny Ross, who flawlessly executed my vision from a photo of my trial, and it was everything I wanted it to be!! He was so fun to work with and did an amazing job on my bridal party as well - everyone looked naturally beautiful! And my hair stylist Lea was just as fantastic - we had had a perfect trial and she expertly created the exact same look for my wedding. I was blown away by the finished product - absolutely beautiful! Those two make a winning team!! I definitely recommend Kathleen and her team for all of your beauty needs!
Response from Kathleen Benjamin On-Site Hair & Makeup on 10/13/2021
Hello Lydia,
Thank you for your kind words about Johnny, Lea and working with us! Reviews ...
are such an important part of my business. One of the hardest things to do in my business is to let a bride know that her artist is sick and will not able to work her wedding, espicallly after the trial and all the careful planning on the brides part. This year with Covid its been important to have a B-Plan in place to ensure that I have enough coverage on a brides wedding day! I am so grateful for my team of talented dedicated artist that understand the importance of working to make a brides day a success.
Chelsea W
4.0
8/30/2021
Kathleen and team know their stuff! I was so thankful for their hair and makeup expertise leading up to (in my consultation) and the morning of our wedding. Her team was perfectly...
prepared and tactfully moved between bridesmaids, flower girls, my mother, mother-in-law, and myself! I was blown away by their ability to juggle hair styling and long-lasting makeup application within a window of time that is never as long as a bridal party needs it to be.
Kelcie F
5.0
5/09/2021
I've had the pleasure of using Kathleen for multiple occasions and every time has been perfect! She is so responsive and so easy to work with when getting the perfect bridal look f...
or each person! Her and her team member (Corrine), were perfect additions to the day and were so personable and accommodating on both days needed!
Response from Kathleen Benjamin On-Site Hair & Makeup on 05/10/2021
Yay!! Thank you so much for the wonderful review for On-Site Hair and Makeup. We loved wor...
king with you for all the weddings that you and your family, and friends have hired us for to make you even more beautiful. Im for ever grateful for Corinne and all the artist that I get to work with.
Danica B
5.0
11/04/2020
It was always so easy to communicate and work with Kathleen - her professionalism and proficiency was very much appreciated, especially during a pandemic. The hair/makeup trial was...
very relaxed, and she made sure to perfect my final look. I had a rather large wedding party (11 girls serviced) and Kathleen's team kept us right on track. No drama or stress, and everyone looked gorgeous! The hair and makeup lasted all night, even during post-wedding celebrations. I was very happy with the entire experience and felt like a truly beautiful Bride!
Violet M
5.0
1/30/2020
Kathleen and Johnny did an amazing job doing hair and makeup for my bridal party! They arrived early, worked efficiently and listened to all of our hair and makeup concerns! All of...
our makeup stayed on all night and our hair looked great the entire time!
Response from Kathleen Benjamin On-Site Hair & Makeup on 01/30/2020
Ahh Thank you for taking the time to write such a kind review ! We love getting positive f...
eedback here at On-Site hair and Makeup. Johnny and myself loved being part of your special day.
Elizabeth F
5.0
1/05/2020
Kathleen and her team are absolutely incredible! From the trial to answering emails and questions leading up to the big day and on my wedding day! They traveled to my venue and ens...
ured there was enough time for everyone, with some wiggle room. My hair was perfect and it lasted all night! My make up was flawless! They were so professional and fun to work with. Can't recommend them enough!
Response from Kathleen Benjamin On-Site Hair & Makeup on 01/05/2020
Awe thank you we appreciate you taking the time to write such a nice review! It was an ho...
nor to be part of your special day! I cant wait to share the photos with my up and coming brides. XO
Laurel H
5.0
11/10/2019
We have never felt more beautiful and taken care of than with Kathleen and her onsite staff (particularly Jonathan, who is an incredible make up artist). From our trial to the day ...
of, I changed my mind three times about what I wanted and she was more than accommodating, flexible and made me feel at ease. She also has a wonderful social media presence that gave me lots of ideas! On the day of our wedding Kathleen seamlessly noticed when our bridesmaids were unhappy with the style they chose or if something just wasn't quite sitting right and was more than happy to make any and all adjustments until everyone felt perfect. Our styles and make up stayed all night and I could not recommend anyone more highly for a natural and glamorous look for your wedding.
Megan E
5.0
7/13/2019
Kathleen and her makeup stylist Kiara were amazing! They were so calm and attentive throughout the whole process. They worked efficiently and professionally, and the result was ama...
zing hair and makeup for 3 bridesmaids, one MOB, one MIL, and me! If you are looking for an experienced and professional stylist team, then Kathleen Benjamin On-Site Hair & Makeup is for you!
Response from Kathleen Benjamin On-Site Hair & Makeup on 08/05/2019
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a lovely review, Megan! We were hon...
ored to be apart of your special day!
Julia V
5.0
7/01/2019
Kathleen was easy to work with from day 1. During the hair/makeup trial she made me feel special and really listened to what I had to say. On the day of wedding we had a very early...
call time and each of her assistants was right on time. Kathleen provided 2 hair women and 2 makeup women (including herself). They were all so nice! My Bridesmaids all looked beautiful and I was extremely impressed. My hair and makeup (both done by Kathleen herself) were perfect and lasted all day. We got ready at my mom’s house and everything was very clean when they left. I would highly recommend Kathleen and her team for your future wedding or event.
Response from Kathleen Benjamin On-Site Hair & Makeup on 08/05/2019
Julia, it was a pleasure to work with you and your bridal party! We really appreciate you ...
taking time to leave us such kind words.
Felicia T
5.0
6/10/2019
Kathleen was extremely responsive during the planning process. Dani and Sara did our hair/makeup for the day of our wedding! Both women were personable, organized and allowed each ...
member of the bridal party to be an active member of the getting ready process. They listened to feedback, offered suggestions and did an incredible job! I could not be happier with the way my hair/makeup turned out!
Response from Kathleen Benjamin On-Site Hair & Makeup on 08/05/2019
Felicia, we are so happy to hear how happy you were with our services on your special day!...
Thank you for leaving a review to let other brides know how much pride our team takes in their work!
Jaclyn D
5.0
5/05/2019
Kathleen and her team were amazing!!! Everyone was super friendly, even with all of my questions and some last minute changes. From the trial to my wedding day, they knew exactly h...
ow to make each member of my family and bridal party feel comfortable and look absolutely gorgeous. Even through all the crying, dancing and laughing, our makeup and hair stayed all night! It was a windy afternoon when I got married and I had my hair half up half down and curled. My veil and hair stayed perfect throughout it all. I recommend Kathleen and her team any day.
Jessica V
5.0
4/30/2019
I love my wedding hair and all of my bridesmaids loved their hair styles too. Kathleen was on time and a calming presence on a day with lots of potential stress. I would highly rec...
ommend her to anyone in need of wedding hair.
Laura F
5.0
2/02/2019
Kathleen and her team were amazing!!! I absolutely loved my wedding hair and make-up. Kathleen did my hair, which stayed the entire day and looked beautiful. Kiara did my make-up, ...
which looked gorgeous and natural. The team of four made the entire bridal party and the mothers of bride and groom look stunning. They were very friendly, fun, and professional and got 11 of us done right on time. It was so nice to have them come to our venue so we did not have to worry about traveling. I would highly recommend them!
Catherine C
5.0
2/01/2019
Beyond perfect! Kathleen was wonderful to work with and her team of specialists were incredible. I gasped when I saw my hair and make up done in the mirror for the first time becau...
se it was EXACTLY what I wanted and it was beautiful. Her team assisted with all my bridesmaids as well as close family members - each girl was more beautiful than the next and there was never an issue on timing.
Heather O
5.0
1/05/2019
Kathleen, Ida and team were AMAZING! They showed up on time and managed to get myself, two moms and 10 bridesmaids done on time and each one looked FLAWLESS! My girls could not sto...
p going on and on about how nice everyone was and how thrilled they were with the results. More than one person said it's the best they've ever seen their hair and makeup look! My hair and makeup lasted the WHOLE night through dancing and crying! I can't thank Kathleen enough for making my day so special and stress free!!
Melissa F
5.0
12/10/2018
Kathleen and her team were incredible. From our initial conversation to the hair/makeup trial and of course, to my wedding day, Kathleen was an absolute pleasure to work with. She ...
is very responsive to any question you might have, is incredibly talented with years of experience, and overall just makes the whole experience fun for you and your bridal party.
The best feeling was when my bridesmaids told me that they felt so beautiful that day and genuinely loved how everything turned out...all thanks to Kathleen and her team.
In seeing some of the initial photos from my recent wedding, I just absolutely love the way I looked because I looked like me; I am all about the natural look and Kiara and Kathleen knew exactly how to make me feel that way. When I put on my dress for the first time with my hair and my makeup altogether, I was so grateful to Kathleen and Kiara for their talents.
I highly recommend this awesome team to any bride looking for an amazing experience.
Alison P
1.0
12/05/2018
BRIDES...DO NOT DO IT! DO NOT HIRE THIS COMPANY! YOU WILL REGRET IT!
First, let me start by saying that I barely ever post reviews and I certainly never post bad reviews, but in t...
his case I felt it was necessary to save other brides from this company.
At my trial, everything was wonderful. The girls spent a lot of time on my hair and makeup and I loved how everything came out.
As the day approached, I became concerned that one makeup and one hair girl wouldn't have enough time to complete myself, my mom and four bridesmaids. Months before the wedding I reached out to the owner who assured me that there would be plenty of time.
The day of my wedding was extremely extremely rushed. When I say rushed, I mean that my last bridesmaid was still getting her makeup done while the limo was waiting outside to take us to the church. Talk about stress! That was high stress!
When my makeup was finished, my face looked like caked on orange. I have a fair complexion with no orange tones so I have no clue why the makeup artist chose this color that clearly did not match my neck. The pictures from the beginning of the day are so hideous I can't even explain. My husband thinks that I always look beautiful and even he was disgusted. Luckily I wiped most of it off before the rest of the pictures were taken.
Also, let me add that I curl my hair almost every day. I have coarse, thick hair that is amazing at holding curls. I've never ever had issues with curl staying in my hair when done properly.
Now the hair.... at the trial my hair was so beautiful, and as I explained before I curl my hair often and never have any problems. For my wedding day, I wanted my hair extra curly...much curlier than I usually wear it. At the trial, it was done nice and extra curly and beautiful. When I sat down to have my hair done, I told the girl to do my hair the same as the trial. Not only was it less curly the trial, it was less curly than I usually wear it, making it look not special at all. Because it was so rushed and not done curly enough, by the time I reached the reception my hair was completely flat with just a few curls at the end. It was not the movie star look that I imagined and expected from the trial. I even got comments from people that they were surprised my hair was so flat since I'm known for having very full and stylish hair.
Please do not hire this company! The girls are talented and they will do a great job at the trial. The day of they are rushed and flustered and you will not get the results that you wanted. Now I have to deal with looking at half of my wedding pictures with an orange face, and the other half with flat hair. It's depressing after you spend so much time and energy to make your day perfect and then you don't have any pictures that you like.
Luckily everything else was wonderful (the food, the band, the ceremony, etc.) and I really did have a great time despite not looking my best, but I'm a person who loves great pictures and it really really really sucks that I don't have any pictures from my wedding that I want to display.
Response from Kathleen Benjamin On-Site Hair & Makeup on 12/06/2018
Out of the blue I received an email not even a phone call nearly 1 month after Alison's we...
dding threatening to write a bad review if I didn't refund her money! In the several email she had conflicting complaints about the service which all could have been rendered on wedding day, there was plenty of time. I will not be bullied
Sarah S
5.0
11/26/2018
Kathleen and her team were wonderful! Very professional, communicative, and receptive to feedback after my trial. During my wedding day, they had notes from my trial and after, and...
adjusted until I loved everything about my look. My girls all also looked amazing, especially considering we had a variety of skin tones, hair color, and ages. Everyone's hair and makeup lasted through the entire night, and looked incredible in photos. They were able to accommodate 12 people easily, set up quickly, were on time, and packed up quickly. The whole team was really efficient and talented. So so glad I found Kathleen!
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