LA Hair and Makeup

When I was searching for someone to make-up and hair for myself, my 3 bridesmaids and my daughter, I sent links to 3 possible candidates to my bridesmaids and they all agreed that Ashanta's photos looked the best because you could see the brides' natural beauty, not just a mask of make-up and overdone hair. I also appreciated that her website featured real brides, not just a collection of celebrities she could brag about. I loved the way my make-up turned out and appreciated Ashanta's willingness to take feedback after my test session with her. And she did a great job working with my bridesmaids from the one who only wanted a touch of mascara and blush to another who wanted foundation and the whole works. Ashanta also did a great job of securing my tiara and veil and soft-curling my recently trimmed bobbed hair and adding enough gel/spray for it not to go limp but not so much that it looked/felt like it had been shellacked.

Boy am I glad I found Ashanta Morris! I needed hair and makeup for 8 girls, which consisted of 4 bridesmaids, the mother of the groom and bride, a grandma, and the bride herself. Ashanta is very professional and accommodated me as I needed a second trial of hair and makeup but I am so pleased with the results! My makeup was flawless throughout the night and so many people complimented me and the bridal party that night and for the week to come. Ashanta is very attentive and really cares about her clients which is always a good sign and she is a wonderful person. Do not be shy to try multiple looks and bring lots of pictures of what you want to try. She really knows what is going to photograph well! I highly recommend her if you want to look good and remain looking good throughout your night!

Words cannot describe how thankful I am for the service I received from Ashanta at LA Hair and Makeup. I was very specific with what I wanted, showing her a picture of what I liked and she exceeded my expectations. From the practice session to the day of the wedding, she really made me feel comfortable with the fact that she knows her stuff! You can tell she has been doing this for sometime and really loves what she does. Now, in addition... Not only did she make me and my bridesmaids look and feel beautiful, but she even switched hats and became my therapist the day of the wedding. :) I didn't expect that while I was getting my makeup done, I would have a mini emotional moment due to nerves. I will never forget how Ashanta literally stopped to talk me through my anxiety. As the hours neared the moment I would walk down the aisle, things around me were moving so fast and I just needed a moment to calm my nerves. All of the hard work up to the wedding was finally paying off and one of the most important days of my life was here. Ashanta calmed me and reminded me saying... "Its your day, people will wait. Nothing would move until you're ready." She stopped and sat next to me, read me an encouraging text for the day and proved that she really had my best interest at heart. She literally 'held my hand' and was exactly what I needed on that special day. She was way more than I could have asked for in a makeup artist. May seem dramatic but I mean it. I wanted a makeup artist, and I got a very talented, professional artist who is in the moment with you and was exactly what I needed to get me prepped and ready for that special day. Thank you Ashanta!!!

Ashanta Morris is so so great. She was early to both our trial and the day of, which I appreciate since tardiness stresses me out. She was always open to any ideas, understood my vision and listened very well to what everyone wanted. Me, 3 of my bridesmaids and my mom all used her and they all loved their makeup. My mom jokes about how she wants Ashanta on retainer because she made her look so pretty. Ashanta is reasonably priced, especially for the quality she provides. She is so happy and accomodating and she made me feel at ease on my wedding day when I got nervous that I was perhaps wearing too much makeup (I don't wear a lot of makeup on a daily basis). Ashanta was so great that I am still getting emails and texts from friends and family that want to use her or give her info to another bride. She is fantastic, so snap her up before she gets booked up because I am sure she is going to explode!