Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Based in Virginia Beach, VA, Makeup by MaryLy is a hair and makeup salon that can create your dream look. This woman-owned business can transform you into a walking piece of art by offering date night, wedding, and photoshoot styling.
Professional makeup artist and owner Mariia Lysa loves to get to know each of her clients personally and would be honored to work with you. She prioritizes friendly service so you can relax with a glass of bubbly champagne while she customizes your beauty application. Each client's experience is individual, and Mariia and her team ensure they receive a fully tailored hair and makeup regime for their big day.
Makeup by MaryLy has the necessary experience to design any look you desire, from traditional to full glam makeup, including eyelash extensions. You can also avail of the hair styling service to make this a one-stop shop for your beauty needs. Mariia and her team can travel to any location in Virginia and neighboring areas to provide onsite styling. Hair and makeup trials are also available, and you can reserve beauty group bookings for up to 10 people at your wedding party. Mariia Lysa can't wait to learn more about your story and chat more about her wedding services.
Hi! My name is Mariia Lysa. My favorite part about being in the beauty industry is getting to connect with such awesome people from all over! I love getting to know my brides and spending the day making them laugh. I love seeing my clients light up when they look in the mirror after their makeup is done. My goal is to bring impeccable service all around. I promise to always communicate, listen, and execute your vision flawlessly! I can’t wait to work together and hear your story! Let’s get you booked!
Tetiana Skorokhod
hairstylist
We are happy to introduce our new team member Tetiana. She is from Ukraine, specialize on elegant hairstyling, wedding updos. Very knowledgeable, was doing haistyling for 10 years.
Diana
Makeup artist
Professional bridal & special event makeup artist
Elizabeth Letisheva
Hairstylist
Elizabeth is one of our standout hairstylists, known for her soft, elegant styling and ability to create looks that feel both effortless and refined. Her calm energy and attention to detail make her a favorite among brides seeking a polished yet natural finish.
Ivanna Buhrak
Haistylist
Ivanna creates effortlessly beautiful, long-lasting hairstyles, from romantic waves to elegant updos. Known for her attention to detail and calm, professional presence, she ensures every client feels confident and radiant on their special day.
Rebekka
Makeup artist
Rebekka specializes in enhancing natural beauty with flawless, long-lasting makeup. Her soft, radiant looks are tailored to each client, ensuring you feel confident and picture-perfect on your special day.
Reviews
5.0
out of 5.0
110 reviews
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Clients praise consistently flawless, camera-ready hair and makeup that lasts through photos, dancing, and humidity. She's professional, punctual, and handles groups and last-minute bookings smoothly, delivering cohesive looks for bridal parties and events. Extras like spray tans and body sculpting round out the full bridal package, and many recommend booking early.
Alex P
Highlighted review.
5.0
12/19/2024
This review is long overdue! Mariia did my hair and makeup for our engagement photo session and wedding day photos. We did loose curls for the ceremony and a messy bun for the rece...
ption. I was behind schedule getting my bustle fixed during cocktail hour but she was so accommodating and got my hair redone in lightning speed. She is professional, fun, talented, and really listens to your needs and preferences. Hire her for your wedding!
Response from Makeup by MaryLy on 10/02/2025
Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to leave this review—it trul...
y means a lot! It was such a joy working with you on your engagement session and wedding day. I'm so glad we were able to create the looks you envisioned, and I'm happy I could help make the transition between ceremony and reception smooth and stress-free. Wishing you so much love and happiness in this new chapter! đź’•
— Mariia
Margot S
5.0
4/14/2026
My quinceañera in Virginia Beach was everything I dreamed of and MaryLy made me feel like a princess. She did a soft glam with rose gold tones and styled my hair in a gorgeous updo...
with little sparkly pins. It lasted through my waltz, the hora loca, and all the dancing after. She was so nice and made me feel special on my big day. I love her!!
Any questions?
Lily R
5.0
3/31/2026
Had her do a trial run before my wedding and I'm so glad I did. We adjusted the brow shape and lip shade and locked in a hairstyle that worked with my cathedral veil. On the weddin...
g day she recreated the look perfectly. No surprises, no stress. Just beautiful.
Harper C
5.0
3/31/2026
I do content creation and needed consistent looks for a three-day brand shoot in Virginia Beach. MaryLy showed up each day prepared, matched continuity across outfits and lighting ...
setups, and adjusted for indoor vs outdoor scenes. She also transitioned my hair between looks in minutes. If you need someone who understands camera work and pacing on set, she's your person.
Charlotte P
5.0
3/31/2026
Booked MaryLy for my mom's 60th birthday party in Chesapeake. She was nervous about getting glammed up but MaryLy was so warm and reassuring. She did a soft, elegant look—nothing h...
eavy, just enhanced features with a beautiful lip color. My mom teared up looking in the mirror (in a good way). The makeup lasted through dinner, cake, and a lot of dancing. That alone made the party.
Mia A
5.0
3/31/2026
Five stars. Spray tan before a cruise and it faded evenly over the whole trip. No patchiness. Will be back before summer.
Isabella H
5.0
3/31/2026
MaryLy did my makeup and hair for a real estate headshot session in Norfolk. She kept everything clean and camera-ready—no flashback, no harsh lines, just polished and approachable...
. My hair was smooth with a slight bend that looked natural. I've gotten so many compliments on my new photos. She understands what works for professional branding.
Amanda T
5.0
3/31/2026
I was a last-minute addition to a bridal party in Virginia Beach and MaryLy squeezed me in without missing a beat. She matched my look to the other bridesmaids seamlessly even thou...
gh she'd never worked on me before. The foundation matched my neck perfectly (I'm mixed race and this is ALWAYS an issue with other MUAs) and the curls lasted through an outdoor ceremony in August. I was seriously impressed.
Luna P
5.0
3/15/2026
Honestly she just gets it. Did my hair for a casual birthday dinner in Norfolk—loose waves, nothing crazy—and I got more compliments than I have in years. Sometimes simple is every...
thing.
Nova C
5.0
3/15/2026
I booked a boudoir shoot in Virginia Beach and was super nervous. MaryLy made me feel so comfortable and gave me this sultry, soft-focus look—smoky eyes, nude lip, tousled waves. N...
othing felt over the top but I looked amazing on camera. She created exactly the mood I was going for without me having to over-explain it.
Aira B
5.0
3/15/2026
Military ball in Norfolk—needed glam that could survive hours of standing, photos, dinner, and dancing in a hot ballroom. MaryLy delivered a classic look with a bold lip and sleek ...
updo that didn't budge. No touch-ups needed all night. She understands the military lifestyle and the time constraints that come with it. Already booked her for next year's ball.
Ella H
5.0
3/04/2026
Prom glam for my niece in Chesapeake. Soft pink tones, half-up curls, age appropriate. She was gentle and patient. My niece smiled the whole time.
Isabella T
5.0
3/04/2026
I've been going to MaryLy for about a year now and she's done everything from my engagement photos to my bridal shower to my actual wedding day. She remembers what works on my face...
, knows my preferences, and adjusts based on the event. For my engagement shoot she went dewy and romantic. For the wedding she amped it up with lashes and a more defined contour but it still felt like me. Having that consistency across all my events made the photos look so cohesive. She's not just talented—she actually cares about her clients.
Avery J
5.0
3/04/2026
10/10 would recommend. Did my makeup for a work conference in Norfolk and I looked put together without feeling overdone. Great communication too—she texted day-of to confirm timin...
g.
Chloe B
5.0
2/28/2026
Booked MaryLy for a styled maternity shoot in Virginia Beach. She gave me a dewy, ethereal glow with soft waves and the lightest lashes that made my eyes pop without feeling heavy....
I was 37 weeks and uncomfortable but she made me feel gorgeous. Every photo from that session is going on the wall.
Harper C
5.0
2/28/2026
Wood therapy before my wedding was a game changer. I was skeptical honestly, but after two sessions my waist looked noticeably more sculpted and my dress fit better than at my last...
fitting. Combined that with her spray tan and bridal makeup and I felt like a million bucks on my wedding day. The full package experience is worth every penny.
Ava T
5.0
2/28/2026
I hired MaryLy for my daughter's graduation ceremony and dinner afterward in Norfolk. She did a clean, natural beat—nothing too heavy—and styled her hair in a sleek straight look t...
hat held up in the heat. My daughter felt confident walking across that stage and that's all I cared about. Thank you MaryLy!
Melissa H
5.0
2/15/2026
Got a spray tan before my vacation and it looked so natural. No orange, no streaks. MaryLy knows what she's doing.
Brittany W
5.0
2/15/2026
She did hair and makeup for my entire bridal party of nine in Virginia Beach. NINE people and we were still ahead of schedule. Every single person looked amazing and the styles com...
plemented each other without being matchy-matchy. My maid of honor has very different coloring from me and MaryLy adjusted everything perfectly for her skin tone. The fact that she kept us all calm and laughing while working that fast is honestly impressive. My wedding photos are proof—everyone looked incredible.
Hannah T
5.0
2/15/2026
Needed a fast turnaround for headshots in Norfolk. MaryLy prepped my skin, kept everything matte, and gave me a polished blowout. Photos came out great. Very professional.
Lauren D
5.0
2/15/2026
I'm not someone who wears a lot of makeup day to day so I was worried about looking like a different person for my rehearsal dinner in Chesapeake. MaryLy totally understood the ass...
Booked her for a baby shower in Virginia Beach. Quick, easy, beautiful. Soft curls, glowy skin, done in 45 minutes. Loved it.
Eleanor W
5.0
2/15/2026
MaryLy did my hair and makeup for a charity gala in Norfolk and I was blown away. She gave me this gorgeous smoky eye with a champagne shimmer and styled my hair in a voluminous bl...
owout that had so much body. The look lasted from cocktail hour to the last dance. She's incredibly talented and I've already recommended her to three friends.
kayla s
5.0
2/09/2026
Mariia was a lifesaver for my wedding!! My original makeup artist cancelled a month before my wedding and when I reached out she squeezed me in before her scheduled clients and the...
n had another artist (Olga) come assist as well. Olga was amazing and all of my girls including my mom and sister LOVED her! Both girls are genuinely so sweet and want you to feel your best. Mariia made me feel stunning and I love that the makeup was catered towards me and what I wanted, especially the custom lashes... LOVED! If I have any future events, I will be running to Mariia!
Victoria W
5.0
2/08/2026
I'm a repeat client at this point. MaryLy has done my makeup and hair for three events now—always flawless, always on time, always exactly what I asked for. She listens, she delive...
rs, and she makes you feel like the best version of yourself. Book her before she's fully booked.
Eleanor C
5.0
2/08/2026
Engagement photos in Norfolk—MaryLy matched my vision perfectly. Glowing skin, a soft pink lip, and romantic loose waves. The makeup looked natural on camera and my hair moved beau...
I needed glam for a holiday party in Virginia Beach and MaryLy delivered. She gave me a festive burgundy lip, shimmery lids, and voluminous curls that felt special without being ov...
er-the-top. The look lasted through dinner, drinks, and dancing.
Megan D
5.0
1/31/2026
Booked MaryLy for a winter formal in Norfolk. She gave me a sultry smoky eye, nude lip, and a sleek low ponytail that stayed smooth through dancing. The makeup didn't crease or fad...
e, and I got compliments all night. She's talented and easy to work with.
Brittany T
5.0
1/31/2026
I had a sweet sixteen party in Chesapeake and MaryLy made my daughter feel like a star. The makeup was glowy and youthful, and the curls lasted all night. She was patient with a ne...
rvous teen and made the whole process fun. Worth every penny for the confidence boost alone.
Lauren A
5.0
1/31/2026
Corporate headshots in Virginia Beach—MaryLy prepped my skin so there was zero shine under studio lights. She kept the makeup neutral but defined, and styled my hair in a sleek blo...
wout that looked sharp and professional. My new headshots finally look like the version of me I want to put forward.
Ashley S
5.0
1/21/2026
I'm a mother of the groom and wanted to look elegant without competing with the bride. MaryLy gave me a sophisticated updo, soft neutral tones, and just enough definition to look p...
olished in photos. I felt beautiful and age-appropriate. She's thoughtful and professional.
Angelina J
5.0
1/21/2026
Bachelorette brunch in Norfolk—MaryLy did my glam and kept it fresh and fun. Dewy skin, a pop of color on the lips, and bouncy curls. It lasted through bottomless mimosas and group...
photos. She made the whole morning feel easy and special.
Skylar M
5.0
1/21/2026
I had a styled engagement shoot in Virginia Beach and wanted soft, romantic glam. MaryLy delivered with a peachy glow, feathered lashes, and beachy waves that moved beautifully on ...
Booked MaryLy for a formal Navy ball in Norfolk. She gave me a classic red lip, defined eyes, and a sleek bun that stayed put through the night. Zero makeup transfer on my white gl...
oves. She respects military timing and shows up ready to work.
Ashley B
5.0
1/15/2026
I'm a bridesmaid in a military wedding in Chesapeake, and MaryLy coordinated looks for six of us. Everyone's undertones were matched perfectly, no one looked washed out, and the st...
yles complemented each other without being identical. We all looked polished and camera-ready.
Jessica W
5.0
1/15/2026
Graduation photos in Norfolk—MaryLy made sure my makeup photographed well under harsh sunlight and kept my hair smooth despite the humidity. Natural glam that didn't look overdone....
The photos are frame-worthy and I felt confident the whole time.
Pauline H
5.0
1/07/2026
I booked MaryLy for my vow renewal in Virginia Beach. She gave me a romantic, timeless look—soft curls, glowing skin, and a dusty rose lip. It felt elevated but still like me. The ...
makeup held through an emotional ceremony and beachside reception. Couldn't have asked for better.
Betty R
5.0
1/07/2026
Last-minute date night in Norfolk—I texted MaryLy and she fit me in. She gave me a soft contour, glossy neutral lip, and loose waves that looked like I spent hours (but didn't). My...
husband noticed immediately. She's my secret weapon now.
Dorothy J
5.0
1/07/2026
I had a destination wedding in Chesapeake and needed someone reliable. MaryLy coordinated timing for me and my bridesmaids, delivered consistent looks across the group, and worked ...
calmly even when we were running behind. My updo stayed flawless and my makeup lasted through happy tears and a sparkler send-off.
Nicole T
5.0
1/05/2026
Prom night in Virginia Beach—my daughter wanted glam but not ""too much."" MaryLy threaded that needle perfectly with a soft smoky eye, natural lashes, and a half-up style with cur...
ls. It held up through photos, dinner, and dancing. My daughter felt beautiful and age-appropriate.
Ashley M
5.0
1/05/2026
Photoshoot for my small business in Norfolk—MaryLy made sure my makeup looked good on camera without looking heavy in person. She kept my hair sleek and simple so the focus stayed ...
on the product. Fast, professional, and the photos turned out incredible.
Lauren M
5.0
1/05/2026
I'm a plus-size bride and was nervous about looking ""done up,"" but MaryLy made me feel gorgeous. She contoured without making it obvious, kept my skin breathable, and styled my h...
air in a romantic braid crown. I cried happy tears and my makeup didn't budge. She's a gem.
Peyton W
5.0
12/16/2025
Booked MaryLy for my bridal shower in Virginia Beach. She gave me a fresh, natural look with a hint of shimmer and soft curls. It was perfect for brunch photos and lasted through m...
imosas and hugs. She's easy to communicate with and totally gets the vibe you're going for.
Aria T
5.0
12/16/2025
I had a black-tie wedding in Norfolk and needed drama. MaryLy delivered with a bold smoky eye, sharp contour, and a sleek high bun. The makeup didn't transfer onto my dress and my ...
hair stayed smooth through humidity and an outdoor cocktail hour. She's a magician.
Hannah M
5.0
12/16/2025
Maternity shoot in Virginia Beach—MaryLy made me feel beautiful when I was feeling anything but. She did glowing skin, a soft pink lip, and loose waves that looked romantic in ever...
y shot. She was so sweet and made the whole experience feel special.
Zoe H
5.0
12/11/2025
I'm terrible at doing my own hair for events, so I booked MaryLy for a holiday party in Norfolk. She gave me voluminous curls with just the right amount of hold and a soft glam fac...
e that didn't feel heavy. I felt put-together without feeling like I was wearing a mask.
Lily D
5.0
12/11/2025
Corporate event in Virginia Beach—I needed to look polished but not overly done. MaryLy nailed it with a clean base, soft liner, and a sleek low bun. No flashback in photos, no tou...
ch-ups needed. Professional and efficient from start to finish.
Natalie P
5.0
12/11/2025
My daughter's quinceañera in Chesapeake was a huge day, and MaryLy made her feel like royalty. The makeup was age-appropriate but special, and the updo with fresh flowers stayed pe...
rfect through hours of dancing. She was patient, kind, and made my girl smile the whole time.
Evelyn A
5.0
12/06/2025
Engagement party glam in Norfolk—she gave me a dewy glow, soft lashes, and bouncy curls that felt romantic but not over-the-top. I got so many compliments and felt confident all ni...
ght. The booking process was easy and she confirmed everything ahead of time.
Harper T
5.0
12/06/2025
I did a styled shoot in Virginia Beach and needed four different looks in three hours. MaryLy moved fast without sacrificing quality—smoky eye to fresh face, loose waves to slicked...
back. Every transition was seamless and the photos are stunning. She's a pro's pro.
