About this vendor
Serving Beloit, Wisconsin, and Southern Illinois since 2015, Makeup by Cortney specializes in bridal glam, soft glam, and full glam makeup looks that enhance your natural beauty and boost your confidence. With years of professional experience, Cortney creates flawless, long-lasting makeup for weddings, photoshoots, and special events. Whether you want a timeless bridal glow or a bold, full-glam transformation, she ensures every detail is picture-perfect.
Book your appointment today and experience luxury, professional makeup artistry in Wisconsin and Southern Illinois.
Details
Beauty
- Makeup
- Makeup Artists
- Makeup Trials Available
Business Attributes
- Woman-owned Business
Awards and Affiliations
2026 'Best of Weddings'
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Make Up By Cortney did the best job ever! My make up matched perfectly to my skin color. She picked the prettiest eye shadow. She is so nice and made me feel welcomed as soon as I ...
sat in her chair. My make up lasted the whole day too!!
She was amazing, was able to create beautiful masterpieces for a large wedding party with plenty of time to spare! My wedding makeup was gorgeous natural not too heavy and lasted a...
ll night long. Highly recommend 💙
Cortney did an amazing job with my makeup! I usually have oily skin, and it's tough to find products that last—but she worked her magic and made it stay flawless all night. I felt ...
so beautiful and confident. Highly recommend her to anyone looking for a talented and professionaL make up artist!
I had the best experience working with Makeup by Cortney! From start to finish, she was professional, kind, and incredibly talented. She really took the time to listen to what I wa...
nted and brought my vision to life perfectly. My makeup looked absolutely flawless — it was the perfect balance of glam and natural, and it photographed beautifully.
The products she used were high-quality and felt amazing on my skin. My makeup lasted the entire day (and night!) without needing a single touch-up. Beyond her skill, Cortney made me feel so comfortable and confident — her energy is warm, positive, and fun to be around.
I received so many compliments, and I honestly couldn’t have been happier with the results. If you’re looking for someone who truly knows her craft and makes you feel beautiful inside and out, I highly recommend Cortney. Five stars isn’t enough! ✨
Cortney did all of my wedding party’s makeup back in 2020 and made every single one of us feel so beautiful. She’s personable, hardworking, and truly cares about her clients. She e...
ven flew out of state to make my big day extra special — something I’ll never forget! Cortney is so talented, and her work speaks for itself. You won’t be disappointed!
I was a bridesmaid in a wedding that Cortney was the makeup artist for.
She created the most NATURAL but flawless makeup look!!
Cortney went above and beyond to make me and my bridal party feel beautiful on my special day. Whether girls wanted light natural make up or full glam she listened and everyone’s t...
urned out amazing. My makeup stayed all day and night without needing any touch ups and it was very hot on my wedding day. I also danced during the entire reception and it still looked flawless. I would recommend Cortney to everyone! Book her for your special event and you will be so happy!!!!
Cortney was wonderful to work with! She did my makeup for our engagement session, and I couldn’t have been happier with the results. She’s professional, kind, and truly talented. M...
y makeup looked beautiful and I was truly blown away. I was so impressed that I already booked her for our wedding
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Wisconsin and Northern Illinois
Make Up By Cortney