Let your Authentic Self Shine Through!
$175 starting price
Greater Twin Cities and Beyond
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Betsey McKenzie
PRESIDENT
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AWARD WINNER (10X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Luminous Beauty is a wedding hair and makeup salon in Minneapolis, MN. Welcome to a world where beauty knows no boundaries! We're your trusted partner in celebrating the uniqueness of every individual. This company is a premier Female/LGBTQ+-owned business that takes pride in offering bespoke and exceptional beauty experiences for all.
Our specialty transforms your special moments into extraordinary memories. Whether it is a wedding that dreams are made of, a professional photoshoot marking milestones, or a corporate event that leaves a lasting impression, our team is dedicated to curating a beauty experience that embodies the essence of your celebration.
Your red carpet moment begins at our studio inside Semple Mansion, where we transform your beauty aspirations into reality. From flawless makeup applications to exquisite hairstyling, Luminous Beauty's in-studio services cater to single clients or groups of up to 16.
Empower yourself with the art of makeup through our personalized lessons. Learn the tricks of the trade, discover your signature look, and embrace the confidence of mastering the art of beauty. Whether aiming for a subtle, natural look or a bold transformation, we tailor your lesson to celebrate your authentic self.
Transformative & Gender-Affirming Makeup: Open a new world of possibilities with our inclusive makeup applications and lessons for individuals exploring gender expression. Our skilled artists provide a supportive and encouraging environment that helps you feel comfortable and validated in your skin. Choose a Transformative Makeup Application for a night out on the town or a Gender-Affirming Makeup Lesson where you can master basic techniques or experiment with advanced looks. Our lessons will empower you to express your identity with confidence.
Pamper yourself with soothing facials, embrace the glow with chemical peels, stimulate your skin with micro needling, achieve smooth perfection with waxing, and surrender to the ultimate relaxation with our revitalizing massages. Our team is dedicated to enhancing your inner and outer radiance.
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Bridal Trial Run (Makeup)
$175 starting price
Bridal Trial Run (Makeup)
$175 starting price
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Full-face makeup application
Full-face makeup application
Wedding Day Bridal Makeup
$175 starting price
Wedding Day Bridal Makeup
$175 starting price
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Full-face makeup application
Wedding Day Bridal Hair
$235 starting price
Wedding Day Bridal Hair
$235 starting price
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Wedding hairstyle, with/without veil placement
Wedding hairstyle, with/without veil placement
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- Starting prices may not include all fees a vendor may charge.
- Couples usually spend $2,300
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Meet the team
Betsey McKenzie
President
Queer Founder, CEO, Master Esthetician, & Head Makeup Artist of Luminous Beauty...Model, Motivator, & Mentor
Betsey is a seasoned beauty pro who currently sits on the 20-person TKWW Advisory Board, shaping vendor and couple experience. Her passion is elevating the beauty industry by providing creatives a safe space to work, grow, and thrive while providing exemplary service to clients. Betsey may be found hiking, dancing like nobody's watching, under a pile of blankets reading social psych or sci/fi, or watching an independent film in a theater when she's not at work.
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5.0
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Luminous Beauty received rave reviews for their exceptional hair and makeup services for weddings. Reviewers praised the team's professionalism, ability to deliver desired looks, and accommodating nature. Brides felt beautiful, with makeup that lasted throughout the day. The studio environment was described as spacious and welcoming, offering a comfortable experience for bridal parties. The team's inclusivity and attention to detail were highlighted, making them a highly recommended choice for wedding day beauty needs.Review photos
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Meg M
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5.0
11/20/2024
Betsy and her team were wonderful! They are so kind and funny, which lifts the mood for wedding mornings. My MOH and I went to their studio in the morning to do hair and makeup and it was smooth sailing. I had done a trial beforehand and Betsy and her team were so well organized, all I had to do was show up. Could not recommend them more!
Emily G
5.0
11/20/2024
Luminous Beauty did the hair and makeup for my mother and grandmother for my wedding, and they did an excellent job! They listened to their wants and concerns, and they are great working on skin of all ages and textures. Would recommend!
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Megan N
5.0
11/14/2024
If you are looking for a make-up artist that knows their stuff then look no further than Betsey and her AMAZING team at Luminous Beauty! We booked her for our wedding and I could not be happier that we did! Living out of state, it is difficult to find vendors that you can trust from a simple phone call and when I first spoke with Betsey, she put me completely at ease! When I came in for my trial, she not only did an amazing job, but went above and beyond in helping me find hair extensions as the ones I had initially purchased were not working with my hair/style. On the day of, I felt so beautiful and glamorous! I can not recommend them enough!!
response 11/16/2024
Megan,
We are thrilled to hear we helped make your long-distance wedding planning easier. ...
It was our pleasure to help you and your loved ones look and feel fabulous for your big day. Thank you for making the entire getting ready process so much fun and for providing snacks for us. Da and I wish you all the happiness now and throughout your marriage!
Molly K
5.0
10/25/2024
Betsey and her entire team were absolutely amazing to work with. I had a large bridal party and was very nervous about getting our entire party ready in time. Luminous Beauty took our party in with open arms and had everyone picture-perfect with time to spare. My hair and makeup trial was amazing and the team couldn't have done a better job replicating it on my wedding day. They were so much fun to get ready with and I cannot recommend them enough!
Sarah R
5.0
10/14/2024
I cannot recommend Luminous Beauty enough! Betsey and her team of stylists are phenomenal! I booked hairstyling services through them, and was initially apprehensive when I said I wanted volume and curls to my very fine, straight hair. But these women delivered! I truly felt like a princess, thank you so much to these women for making my wedding day so special!
Kendra B
5.0
9/30/2024
They crafted the perfect hair and makeup looks for my team and I based on the theme and what each person wanted. They were super professional and worked equally to make sure my team and I looked amazing. They communicated super well throughout the whole process and answered any questions I had.
Abbie G
5.0
9/25/2024
I cannot say enough great things about Betsy! She was able to take my inspiration photo and make it 1000 times better. I received so many compliments about my makeup on my wedding day.
I also received 3 facials from Betsy in preparation for my wedding and I could not be more thrilled with how good my skin felt on my wedding day. I would recommend Betsy to anyone wanting an amazing makeup artist that is able to turn your vision of how you want to look to life!
Krysta F
5.0
9/12/2024
I cannot recommend Betsey and her crew enough. Betsey did airbrush makeup on me, and Giselle did my hair. My hair and makeup up fell through two weeks before my big day, and Betsey managed to fit me and my group in. I didn't have time for a trial, and I really wanted to feel like myself in a natural looking makeup look. I also have really fine hair that doesn't want to hold a curl, and I wanted curly hair. When I tell you that I danced for HOURS and this hair held up throughout not only the night but sleeping in it, I was shocked. Nobody has managed to keep my hair curled like that, and the makeup was phenomenal. Betsey is also an incredibly knowledgeable estetician with many years of experience. There was music playing. Her team was so light and kind. All of her supplies and tools were very clean, and she took great care in ensuring I felt comfortable. If you want someone to take the reins and make sure you look great on your day, this is your team. Also, do the make-up trial because Betsey will give you amazing skin recommendations to help prepare you for the day. A huge thank you to Betsey and her team!
response 09/13/2024
Krysta, It makes my heart happy we could work you into our schedule and take care of you a...
nd your loved ones for your wedding day! You and your party were delightful to host in our studio, and we appreciate your flexibility with timing. Grissel is amazing and I'm not surprised your hair held up through dancing. Thank you for sharing your experience with other couples figuring out their wedding beauty needs. We would love to work with more genuinely kind and gracious brides like you!
Danielle S
5.0
8/15/2024
Betsey and her team were absolutely amazing! I chose to book the Luminous Beauty team for my wedding because 1. I am a mature bride and I was so impressed with their experience and expertise, and 2. because of their LGBTQIA ownership and inclusivity. I knew after my trial run that they would do an excellent job because my hair and makeup looked fantastic. I had to make many adjustments to my plans for on-site hair and makeup for my wedding. They were very accommodating at all points in the process. The team was calm and professional, and made the getting-ready process fun!
response 08/15/2024
Thank you for sharing your photos and your experience with us. Lauren, Audra, and I loved ...
spending time with you and your nearest and dearest! You looked amazing in that dress and we were thrilled to be a part of helping you get ready ;)
Alyssa S
5.0
2/20/2024
My four friends and I got ready at the Luminous Studio before my Van Dusen Mansion wedding. The studio was spacious, and the folks at Luminous were kind and authentic. It felt like I was working with people who put their heart into making their clients feeling comfortable and heard. This is THE wedding makeup studio of the Twin Cities to come to if you want to be heard as a client.
response 02/20/2024
We love hosting wedding parties in our studio, and we want to say "Thank you" for being su...
ch an awesome group of humans who let us paint your faces and coif your hair! I'm glad you had a super short walk to your wedding at the Van Dusen...two mansions in one day, can't get much fancier than that for your big day ;)
Stephanie K
5.0
11/29/2023
Audra did an amazing job and made me and all my attendants feel at ease on my wedding day! It was a small affair, so getting the chance to pamper my ladies was so special. She was so gracious and professional to work with. I HIGHLY recommend Luminous for their excellent service (she was on-time, well-prepared, and made all of us look and feel great) and reasonable pricing.
Kendra S
5.0
11/09/2023
Our hair and makeup artists were amazing! They were super flexible and so quick! Would highly recommend!
anonymous u
5.0
10/18/2023
Betsy & her assistant did a wonderful job for myself and 6 bridesmaids. The makeup lasted all day! They were super flexible the day off to accommodate any last minute changes! I absolutely loved my makeup & wouldn’t have changed a thing!
Karen C
5.0
10/06/2023
Loved working with this team for my wedding day! Jessica styled our hair so effortlessly and was just a joy to work with and be around the bridal salon day-of. I’d highly recommend them to anyone in a heartbeat.
Laura P
5.0
10/01/2023
Best place in the world! My wedding makeup was amazing! It was a very natural look (that’s what I wanted since I’m not of using too much makeup) and it looked just perfect. 100% recommended💕
Jessica A
5.0
7/14/2023
Betsy and her team absolutely KILLED it. We all looked so incredible and I have never felt more beautiful. A few chem peels with Betsy helped boost my confidence. So grateful for this team!
Liz G
5.0
5/28/2023
Betsey & Bridget were encouraging & supportive, and I’ve never looked as good as they made me look! They helped me feel confident and erased all of my anxieties for my event!
Amanda B
5.0
5/02/2023
We had Lacey for hair and Thadd for makeup and both did an incredible job! My whole wedding had an edgy/witchy vibe that they were able to pull off for us so perfectly. Both Lacey and Thadd were easy to work with and happy to make adjustments to peoples hair and makeup to fit their personal desires on how they wanted their hair or makeup to look, while still able to give their own professional opinions in a respectful way. Billing and invoicing was also as easy as it could be and I loved that I could pay for portions leading up to the wedding with a simple click of a link from an email. If I had to do my whole wedding over again I would absolutely hire Luminous!
Ashley S
5.0
1/08/2023
Betsey and her team at Luminous Beauty were excellent every step of the way. Communication was prompt throughout, and the day of the whole team was prompt and worked quickly while making sure everyone in my party looked and felt amazing.
Addison H
4.0
11/08/2022
Luminous Beauty was super helpful when I reached out with a short notice request. While I didn't get to meet any other hairstylist than the one who worked our wedding day, they seem like a wonderful group!
Jessica - my hairstylist - was absolutely amazing. She was so encouraging and positive through the entire process. It made the hair trial and day of go smoothly. She was able to get through seven of us by herself in four hours, plus she fixed my nearly uncurlable hair. Jessica is incredibly knowledgeable in her craft and a genuinely wonderful human.
Maureen C
5.0
11/06/2022
Absolutely fantastic. I waited too long to book hair and makeup, but Luminous as able to fit myself, my sisters, mother, and one of my friends in for hair and makeup. They were amazing. They brought a whole team and all of their equipment to our hotel room which made everything so much easier. Absolutely beautiful hair and makeup. Highly recommend!
Claire K
5.0
10/29/2022
Luminous Beauty was efficient and fun to work with. They made me and my wedding party feel fabulous! They are a good value and we appreciated having a space that we could use when our venue didn't have one.
Erin S
5.0
10/21/2022
There aren’t words to describe how amazing Betsey and her team are. We had a ginormous wedding party (10 bridesmaids, flower girl, mom and MIL). Betsey and her team did hair and makeup for almost all of us and make it an absolute joy. The hair and makeup looked PHENOMENAL and the experience was relaxing and fun. They made our day so incredibly special. Oh, and Betsey does amazing other services too outside of weddings. She helped with my skin before the wedding. Betsey…you are an angel. Thank you!
Meghan M
5.0
10/02/2022
I hired Luminous Beauty to do makeup for my wedding. They did the bride, bridal party and groom's mother the morning of the wedding and were a joy to work with. Betsey and her team traveled on site and were ready to go at the requested time. They are easy to work with and even finished up the wedding party early! The process went smoothly and the communication leading up to the event was helpful - they provided advice, best practices, what people should bring/expect the day of the event - and this made the wedding morning run so smoothly. Betsey and her team are gems to talk to and have in your corner the morning of your wedding.
As the bride, I appreciated having the option to purchase things a la cart. Not all my bridesmaids wanted fake lashes or airbrush so they were able to pick and choose what they wanted which was great to have. Everyone looked amazing and the overall experience was very positive.
Emily C
5.0
10/02/2022
For my wedding party, we all had different hair and different makeup, ranging from natural to goth. Betsey and her team were more than accommodating. She gave her professional opinions when needed while also providing a very friendly atmosphere. I would suggest Luminous Beauty to anyone. It is on the pricey side for 9 hair and makeup bridesmaids and myself, but it was worth it.
Marissa T
5.0
9/07/2022
We used Luminous Beauty LLC for our wedding and they were amazing!! We had 12 ladies who needed their hair done and 7 who needed makeup. Luminous did an incredible job at doing the requested hairstyles and makeup for everyone. The hair and make up artists were professional, fun, and organized. Everyone was completed on time and looked AMAZING. Their prices were reasonable and the hair and makeup made it through the happy tears and the dancing. I highly recommend using them for any of your beauty needs especially on your wedding day!!
Morgan B
5.0
8/22/2022
I am so glad I worked with Betsey at Luminous Beauty for hair and makeup on my wedding day. We completed a few makeup trials, where she listened to my concerns and made the changes I asked for, and she completed such a beautiful natural look for me and my girls. I received so many complements about the hair and makeup for myself and my girls. Betsey and her staff are punctual and polite. She was flexible to add additional services day-of and created a fun, relaxing environment to get ready in for my big day!
Kelli I
5.0
8/19/2022
Would hire again! Betsy and team had a cozy spot downtown with designated parking, which can be hard to find. Betsy and team were friendly and fun to chat with while getting my hair and make up done. My make up and hair turned out beautiful- just what I asked for. And it stayed alllll night in the hot July heat.
Cindy T
5.0
8/11/2022
We used Betsey and her team's services for my daughter's recent wedding. We were rookies at using professional make up services and she was wonderful through the entire process. She provided pre-wedding services for me, providing recommendations so that I could look my best. She patiently helped my daughter figure out the perfect wedding look. Getting ready the day of the wedding was fun as she and her team helped us get ready. We all looked and felt amazing!
April S
5.0
8/02/2022
Highly recommend! Everyone looked beautiful and we had a blast getting ready. Several members of our bridal party (including the bride) are part of the LGBTQ+ community, so it was amazing to have such a queer friendly team to help us get ready and jam out to music with us :)
Megan M
5.0
7/30/2022
Luminous beauty did a fabulous job! My entire bridal party really enjoyed getting ready and loved their hair and makeup. I wasn't able to do a trail hair and makeup as I live out of state, so I was a bit nervous day of, but I showed the makeup artist and hairstylist my inspiration and they did a fabulous job! I am SO happy I booked, and Betsey is so accommodating and helpful!
Margaret K
5.0
7/28/2022
Audra and Grissel were amazing! They did the bridesmaids, juniors, mothers, and my bridal hair. They came right to our hotel and got everyone done ahead of schedule. Everyone absolutely LOVED their hair—every age, every texture. We had the perfect morning, and I’m so glad we chose Luminous!
Jocelyn B
5.0
7/25/2022
Our team at Availed Wedding and Event Planning worked with Betsey's team on a wedding this past weekend. They did such great work! The bride and her attendants looked fabulous all day long. When we turned all the lights on at 12:30 AM, they still had perfect makeup! Highly recommend!
Sarah M
5.0
6/14/2022
Huge thank you to Betsey and her team for all her hard work for our wedding! After seeing all the positive reviews, I'm so glad to add my five-star on. She was reasonably priced and helped make all of the bridesmaid's features pop! After an incident (unrelated to her team), she was able to quickly refresh my look before I had to go out. So impressed!
Anne L
5.0
5/31/2022
Betsey and Thad were delightful artists who made my crew look luminous! I booked a makeup service from out of state and went without a trial since we were only in town for a few days. From the very beginning, Betsey was incredibly clear regarding policies, pricing, and other logistics. She and Thad maintained a calm atmosphere during the big day and kept things light and fun. I highly recommend Luminous Beauty!
Shannon K
5.0
5/29/2022
The Luminous Beauty team was a dream to work with on my wedding day! I had talked with Betsey beforehand about timelines and the team was prompt and efficient, completing hair and makeup for seven women the day of my wedding and on schedule. I was so impressed with the team’s ability to see a few pictures and make each person’s vision come to life! I naturally have a lot of skin redness and was nervous it would show on my wedding day. Betsey and team addressed my concerns and worked their magic to completely cover up the redness and make sure the coverage lasted until I washed my face at the end of the night. That meant so much to me. I never felt as beautiful as I did on my wedding day, thanks to the Luminous Beauty team. I would highly recommend Luminous Beauty for your wedding or special event.
Jillian P
5.0
5/14/2022
I am so thankful for Luminous Beauty, Betsey and Brad!! They helped to make my wedding day so special and made me feel gorgeous at every step. Betsey is so fun and personable, it was like having an old friend in the room with me which is exactly what you need on your wedding day to help you destress and focus on having fun! Plus, I looked AMAZING when they were done with me!
Jessica E
5.0
5/08/2022
They did not only my (the bride) makeup and hair, but all the bridal party, including the guys with unruly quarantine hair! Highly recommend.
Collin S
5.0
4/19/2022
We hired Luminous Beauty to do hair and makeup for our wedding last week and Betsey and her team were the best! They listened to what everyone in our party wanted but also made everyone feel so comfortable and encouraged trying something a little new. Everyone looked naturally stunning and received so many compliments from our guests. They even had a men’s package which worked perfectly for us! We cannot recommend them highly enough!
Megan M
5.0
3/04/2022
Luminous Beauty was amazing to work with! Betsey and her team are super responsive, fun, and do awesome work! We all loved our hair and makeup for the wedding!! They made our morning of getting ready super easy and fun, and I couldn't recommend them more! They are great at what they do, great at listening to what you want, and truly make you feel beautiful! Thank you so much Betsey and team at Luminous Beauty!!
Hannah F
3.0
1/02/2022
The hairstylist and makeup artist were on time, and the space was professional. The hairstyle and makeup lasted all day long.
Lindsay W
5.0
11/29/2021
Betsey and her team (the amazing Grissel, Mary and Thadd) were phenomenal!! They provided on-site hair and makeup for myself, 6 bridesmaids (with fair to dark complexions), and 2 mothers day of. Everyone looked stunning! I was nervous choosing a on-site team from out-of-state. After submitting an online inquiry on the Luminous Beauty website I received a phone call that day from Betsey (not a template auto-email)! All correspondence with her and her team was timely and left me with a smile - which is all a bride can ask for! Betsey made me feel comfortable and empowered as a client. Beyond happy I chose Luminous Beauty for my wedding! Highly recommend her and her team as well as doing trials before the big day! I only wish I lived in MN so I could use Luminous Beauty for other events!!
Clare E
5.0
11/20/2021
Betsey and her team are fantastic! My bridesmaids and I wanted makeup, but nothing too intense, and they did an amazing job of achieving our vision. All the makeup looked amazing and natural, and the team kept us laughing the whole time we were doing makeup! Betsey was also flexible with some changes and super easy to work with.
Carly P
5.0
11/15/2021
Love Betsey and her team! I've booked them multiple times, including for my wedding in October. I was so happy with my experience, and I know the other girls were, too. After my trial, I decided to change up my lip color and adjust my eye makeup, and Betsey took the feedback in stride; I felt so stunning on my wedding day, and the makeup look was exactly what I envisioned. I also appreciate Betsey's professionalism and the way her team reflects that, too--we had such a good time chatting with her and her associate on the wedding day; it felt like getting makeup done by a friend. They arrived on time, finished on time, and worked efficiently while still making us feel at home while they did so. I would highly, highly recommend Betsey for any makeup, wedding or otherwise!
Anupama D
5.0
11/11/2021
We were pretty late planning our wedding events, meaning I reached out to Betsey to ask about her availability less than a month in advance. I chose Luminous Beauty because of the great reviews, and I am *so* glad that I did. A few highlights/aspects that really stood out to me:
- Betsey able to sneak me in for day-of hair and makeup and for a trial despite being solidly booked, something that others I'd reached out to weren't able to. - Betsey herself did my makeup, while Lacey did my hair. Both are incredible at what they do: I've been a bridesmaid in a few weddings before, and those experiences were nothing compared to the service/quality of hair and makeup that I received here - I was fairly nervous/stressed because of everything going on that day, but I can say without a doubt that the 1-2 hours I spent with Betsey and Lacey were instrumental in helping me to relax and actually enjoy the experience To be honest, I could not have asked for a better experience, and I would absolutely recommend Luminous Beauty to anyone.
Megan S
5.0
10/30/2021
Betsey and her crew were FANTASTIC! Betsey and Audra were wonderful at making me beautiful for our engagement photos, while Audra and Emma rocked at getting all the ladies looking gorgeous for the wedding! Easy communication, relaxing atmosphere, and talent beyond amazing - THANK YOU!
Annie L
5.0
10/05/2021
They were amazing to work with, coordinated all our ladies for hair and makeup and did a phenomenal job. Highly recommend Alyssa Italiano for hair. She helped me identify issues with my now former colorist and get me to that picture perfect bride status I wanted! So lovely and fun to work with. Highly recommend!!!
Michaela O
5.0
9/20/2021
Luminous Beauty was incredibly professional, efficient (we had 9 bridesmaids, 2 mothers of the bride, and myself), and made everyone look and feel beautiful! Everyone loved their hair and makeup and they were fun to work with. I'd highly recommend the Luminous Beauty team!
K A
5.0
9/04/2021
Hands down, best experience with a make up artist I’ve ever had! I got makeup done for a friend’s wedding and she generously scheduled me 3 days before. Her salon was neat and clean, like a dream set up for make up lovers. She made sure everything was clean and sanitized and applied the make up with a skillful hand. She worked with me, gave options, and we came out with an amazing look that lasted hours into the night. It was the first time I was happy with the makeup I got done. I am South Asian so the different skin color was not an issue either. Her passion/ability shows in her work and it felt like an empowering business for women. I wish I could have her in my home town 😭
Jessica L
5.0
8/21/2021
Betsy and her team with Luminous Beauty are the definition of talent and professional artists. I was married on 7/31/21 and I felt completely taken care of the day of the wedding.
In addition to hair and makeup the wedding day, I had a hair and makeup trial done prior to the big day. I had a makeup trial done by another artist that I was very unhappy with so I was anxiously awaiting a different artist's input. I wanted a natural glow for my makeup that didn't hide my freckles or complexion. Betsy heard what I wanted and delivered to the utmost. I was SO thrilled with my results.
On the day of the wedding, she replicated what she had done during the trial, and her partner did my hair, which turned out beautifully as well. I loved the building that Luminous Beauty works out of as it is easy to access. I was so grateful for their experience and talent!
Pa X
5.0
8/10/2021
I got married in June and used Luminous Beauty for my bridal make up in addition to my bridesmaids. Betsey made me look gorgeous and I am so so thankful I found her after a long search. I opted for the airbrush look and I received so many compliments throughout the night. I also cried during the wedding and the make up continued to look flawless. I would recommend Betsey and her team over and over again. I can't say thank you enough to these lovely ladies and I look forward to seeing Betsey again for facials! I can't say enough great things about Betsey and her team but if you're looking for make up services, look no further! They will make you so comfortable, it feels like chatting with friends and I greatly appreciated that the morning of the wedding to help with the butterflies.
Heather R
5.0
8/02/2021
I cannot even begin to express just how much I love Betsey, Lacey, and her team and how enjoyable, easy, and fun they made my entire experience. Hands down the best wedding makeup and hair experience in the greater Twin Cities. I found Luminous Beauty when I was a bridesmaid in my friends wedding, and Betsey and her team were so experienced, knowledgeable, and FUN, I immediacy knew I was going to book them for my upcoming wedding.
I HIGHLY recommend scheduling skin service appointments with Betsey prior to your big day. I’ve NEVER had a facial prior to talking with Betsey, but she was so supportive, caring, and effective! I expressed my skin concerns with her when I initially booked for my wedding, which were mostly driven by wearing a face mask every day at work. She suggested facials once a month leading up to my wedding, and I am SO happy I did it. Not only was my skin so smooth and clear, but my pores were basically nonexistent.
Look no further for you hair and wedding makeup artists, and ensure you book the personalized facial services leading up to your bug day!
response 08/02/2021
Heather, What an absolute joy it has been getting to know you better during your wedding p...
rep. Thank you for trusting me with your skin and doing your part with home care. You looked positively radiant for your big day and I was so happy to be there with your fantastic squad of ladies that morning. Lacey, Alice, and I had almost as much fun as you and your crew. Thank you for sharing your special day with us!
Susanna S
5.0
7/22/2021
I am so happy that I hired Luminous Beauty for my wedding!! She was so fast, so fun, friendly and did exactly what each of us wanted for our makeup. I would HIGHLY recommend them for any occasion you have. Prompt and finished in record time for our pictures!! So beyond happy with each individual outcome!
Michaela M
5.0
6/17/2021
Betsey was incredible to work with! I was a little late to the game in booking my wedding day makeup, but she was able to accommodate me. Katelyn was my makeup artist on the day of the wedding and she did a fabulous job! She made me feel comfortable and was able to replicate the makeup from my trial. I don’t wear a lot of makeup on a regular basis and Katelyn listened to that and made sure my makeup looked as natural as possible.
Melissa & Greg H
5.0
6/13/2021
Betsey and her team did an Amazing job on my hair & make-up for my engagement photos! I looked flawless and more beautiful than I would have ever thought I could look! Thank you so much Betsey, you are a super-star in my book!
Sophia R
5.0
5/31/2021
I needed my makeup done for my best friend’s wedding over Memorial Day weekend. The MUA I booked canceled on me the morning of the ceremony. But beyond the short notice, Betsy squeezed me in and made me feel like a VIP customer. I’m a black woman and Betsy color matched my skin perfectly, chose complimentary colors, and listened to how I *wanted* to look. I’ve never gotten so many compliments in my life. Her assistant is so kind and everyone at her studio is professional and friendly. They’re young, hip, and well stocked in high end products. But her services didn’t break the bank! She will be the MUA I recommend forever now.
Renae Y
5.0
5/27/2021
I have had my makeup done so many times for special occasions. Betsey - hands down - did the best job ever. I looked and felt amazing. She did exactly what I asked and then some.
Christine P
5.0
5/25/2021
Betsey is amazing!! If you are looking for someone who is incredibly talented, kind, & listens to you, Betsey is your go to! I will absolutely come back to Betsey for any skin care needs, makeup, and facials in the future. She practices sterile techniques in all her services, which for me is quite important after COVID.
Alyssa F
5.0
12/22/2020
Wow — Betsey and her team are fantastic! Betsey was quick with correspondence, professional, and on-time. Makeup and hair highly mirrored my inspiration photos. I would absolutely recommend Betsy and her team for wedding hair and makeup. Five stars.
Sonja C
5.0
10/27/2020
Betsey and her team were amazing! We planned our "covid wedding" on short notice and Betsey was very accommodating. They wore masks the entire time and disinfected every item they used. I had Luminous Beauty do hair and makeup for my mom, 3 bridesmaids, and me. They made the whole morning feel relaxed and did a great job with everyone! I would highly recommend!
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