Makeup by Seema

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I cannot recommend Seema enough! She did an absolutely beautiful job on my wedding makeup. Every single bridesmaid looked stunning, and she enhanced everyone’s natural features while making each look unique and personalized. We all felt so confident and beautiful. She was punctual, professional, and incredibly organized, which made the entire morning feel calm and stress-free. She handled the day’s schedule with so much grace and kindness, even amidst all the wedding-day chaos. Her talent, attention to detail, and warm personality made the experience such a pleasant one. If you’re looking for a makeup artist who is not only exceptionally skilled but also a joy to work with, she is the one. Thank you for helping make our wedding day so perfect!

Audrey W.

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If you're getting married and still need a makeup artist, book Seema now. Best decision I made for my wedding day, hands down. I went into it seriously anxious about my face that had recently broken out a lot, and somehow she made it a total non-issue. Full coverage, zero cakey-ness, and it held up through the entire night of crying, laughing, and kissing. You'd genuinely have to really zoom into a photo to know I have skin texture at all. But what really stuck with me was how she made me feel. Seema had this calm, warm energy that put me completely at ease — she's so easy to talk to and honestly just a joy to be around. At one point when the wedding-day overwhelm hit me, she was the one who helped me relax and realize everything was going to be okay. My makeup was gorgeous too — my blue eyes were popping in every single picture. Seema is such a talented artist and genuinely great person. 10/10, would hire again!

Sarah B.

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Seema Sikka

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Makeup by Seema, located in Chesterfield, Virginia, is a makeup artist specializing in on-site bridal and wedding makeup services. I am incredibly honored to have been awarded The Knot’s Best of Weddings from 2019–2025, along with being inducted into The Knot’s Hall of Fame for bridal artistry. With over 20 years of professional experience, Seema provides luxury makeup for brides, bridal parties, mothers of the bride and groom, engagement shoots, wedding guests, and all special events. Seema is known for her passion, calming presence, and dedication. She works closely with every bride to design a custom bridal look that enhances your features and reflects your unique style. Her attention to detail ensures you look flawless, radiant, and camera ready from the moment you walk down the aisle to your final dance of the night. She uses only the highest quality long wear and HD photo/video products to ensure that the makeup lasts all day and looks stunning in every lighting and every photo. From your makeup trial to your wedding day, Seema goes above and beyond to deliver a seamless, luxury experience. Browse her bridal portfolio, read her stellar reviews, and reach out to reserve your date before it fills up. Thank you for visiting Makeup by Seema—she can’t wait to be part of your magical day! Follow along on Instagram: @makeupbyseema7

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Seema Sikka

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I am a professional makeup artist and licensed esthetician with over 20 years of experience specializing in bridal beauty. My passion for the industry shines through in every look I create, and I take great pride in helping my clients feel confident, radiant, and truly beautiful. I go above and beyond to design the perfect bridal makeup look tailored to each bride's features, style, and vision. The moment my client sees herself in the mirror, glowing, emotional, and in love with her look is the most rewarding part of what I do. My mission is to create a flawless, unforgettable, and magical experience for you on your wedding day!

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Seema is a highly skilled, professional makeup artist who creates natural, photo-ready looks that last all night. Reviewers praised her calming, organized presence, excellent communication, and ability to tailor looks for varied skin types. She reliably handled large bridal parties and exceeded expectations.

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Sarah B

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7/23/2026

If you're getting married and still need a makeup artist, book Seema now. Best decision I made for my wedding day, hands down. I went into it seriously anxious about my face that ...

had recently broken out a lot, and somehow she made it a total non-issue. Full coverage, zero cakey-ness, and it held up through the entire night of crying, laughing, and kissing. You'd genuinely have to really zoom into a photo to know I have skin texture at all. But what really stuck with me was how she made me feel. Seema had this calm, warm energy that put me completely at ease — she's so easy to talk to and honestly just a joy to be around. At one point when the wedding-day overwhelm hit me, she was the one who helped me relax and realize everything was going to be okay. My makeup was gorgeous too — my blue eyes were popping in every single picture. Seema is such a talented artist and genuinely great person. 10/10, would hire again!

Response from Makeup by Seema on 07/25/2026

Thank you Sarah for your incredibly kind words! It truly means so much to me that you trus...

ted me to be a part of such a special day. I am so happy you felt beautiful, confident, and most importantly, at ease. It was such a pleasure spending the morning with you. Wishing you and your husband a lifetime of love and happiness. Thank you again for this amazing review! Looking forward to glam you again in the near future for any special events ❤️

Audrey W

8/03/2026

I cannot recommend Seema enough! She did an absolutely beautiful job on my wedding makeup. Every single bridesmaid looked stunning, and she enhanced everyone’s natural features whi...

le making each look unique and personalized. We all felt so confident and beautiful. She was punctual, professional, and incredibly organized, which made the entire morning feel calm and stress-free. She handled the day’s schedule with so much grace and kindness, even amidst all the wedding-day chaos. Her talent, attention to detail, and warm personality made the experience such a pleasant one. If you’re looking for a makeup artist who is not only exceptionally skilled but also a joy to work with, she is the one. Thank you for helping make our wedding day so perfect!

Response from Makeup by Seema on 08/03/2026

Audrey, thank you so much for your beautiful review! It was such an honor to be a part of ...

your wedding day. You and your bridal party were absolutely wonderful to work with, and I am so happy everyone felt beautiful and confident. Your kind words truly mean so much to me. Thank you for trusting me with such a special day. Wishing you and your husband a lifetime of love, happiness, and beautiful memories together! I look forward to glamming you again in the future for any special Occassion!

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Beth H

6/17/2026

Seema was incredible to work with for my April wedding!! She is so sweet and kind... and SO talented! I felt absolutely beautiful on the day of, having the perfect balance of feeli...

ng glam but still looking like myself. I cannot recommend her enough!!

Response from Makeup by Seema on 07/25/2026

Beth, thank you so much for your kind words and a wonderful review! It was such a joy bei...

ng a part of your wedding day. I am so happy you felt beautiful and that we achieved the perfect balance of soft glam while still feeling like yourself—that’s always my goal! Wishing you and your husband a lifetime of love & happiness! I look forward to working with you again in the near future for any special events! xoxo, Seema

April B

5/28/2026

Seema is truly incredible at what she does. I first had the chance to work with her as a bridesmaid, and I remember feeling so beautiful and confident after she did my makeup. So w...

hen it came time for my own wedding, there was no question that I wanted Seema by my side and somehow, she exceeded every expectation. She has such a calming presence and made the entire getting-ready experience feel special, relaxing, and fun. More importantly, she has an amazing talent for enhancing your natural features in a way that still feels like you, just elevated and glowing. I felt absolutely beautiful as a bridesmaid, but as a bride, Seema made me feel the most beautiful I have ever felt in my life. My makeup looked flawless all day and photographed perfectly, but what meant the most was how confident I felt. Seema is not only incredibly talented, but also kind, professional, and someone you genuinely want around on such an important day. I cannot recommend her enough.

Response from Makeup by Seema on 05/31/2026

Thank you so much April for your incredibly kind words. Reading this truly means the world...

to me! ❤️ It was such an honor to be part of your journey, not only as a bridesmaid and then as a bride. Knowing that you felt beautiful, confident, and most importantly, like yourself, is exactly what I strive for with every bride. Thank you for trusting me with such an important part of your wedding day. Wishing you a lifetime of love, happiness, and beautiful memories together. ✨🤍 Thank you again for allowing me to be a small part of such a special chapter in your life!

Payton Y

4/30/2026

I cannot recommend Seema enough. From the very beginning, her communication was outstanding—she checked in with me multiple times leading up to the wedding to make sure she fully u...

nderstood the look I wanted. That level of care and attention immediately put me at ease. She is also incredibly knowledgeable about makeup and skincare. In the months leading up to the wedding, she shared thoughtful product recommendations and helpful tips to prep my skin, which made such a difference in how everything looked and lasted on my big day. On the wedding day, she was professional and organized, which made a huge difference given my large bridal party. She kept everything running smoothly and made me feel completely comfortable with the timeline. Most importantly, she made me feel more beautiful than I have ever felt. Her talent is truly exceptional, and she has such a calming, reassuring presence. Anyone who gets the chance to work with Seema should consider themselves very lucky.

Response from Makeup by Seema on 05/05/2026

Thank you so much Payton for your incredibly kind words, it truly means the world to me! �...

� It was such an honor to be part of your wedding day. I am so glad you felt confident, beautiful, and at ease throughout the entire process. I loved working with you, your bridal party, and moms and I am so happy everything came together just as you envisioned. Wishing you a lifetime of love and happiness! Thank you again for trusting me with such a special day. ✨🫶💄

Andrea C

4/11/2026

Seema was wonderful to work with. Not only was she professional but she was outstanding at her job! The bride wanted a natural, soft look and that is exactly what Seema accomplishe...

d. The bridesmaids all looked flawless and had a relaxing time getting their make up done. She was also flexible and added the bride's aunts makeup at the last minute as the aunt forgot all of her make-up at home. She was also upfront and clear about her prices and her services. I would highly recommend Seema!

Response from Makeup by Seema on 05/05/2026

Thank you so much Andrea! I truly appreciate your kind words. I am so glad everyone loved...

their makeup and had a relaxing experience. It was such a pleasure being part of Claire’s wedding day! She looked absolutely beautiful and I am in love with all her wedding photos🤍

Casey B

3/04/2026

Seema was such a professional. She color matched me in the same day. I usually have discoloration or texture when I have tried makeup, she made my skin look glowy and smooth. I was...

in love with the make up look. The makeup lasted the entire night! Even through many tears of joy. She did so great at checking in with me and asking what I was wanting. It was like she was reading my mind and executed it perfectly. I felt so lucky to have her, I loved my makeup and wouldn’t have wanted it any other way! She made me feel calm, beautiful, and confident. Def recommend. She is amazing!!

Kara A

1/05/2026

I have nothing but good things to say about Seema as both a person and a makeup artist. As a woman of color and someone who rarely wears makeup, I was really anxious about booking ...

a makeup artist for my wedding. From our first conversation to the bridal trial and then the wedding day, Seema was responsive, warm, transparent, flexible, and detail-oriented. She is a true artist who made everyone (bridesmaids, my mom, and my mother-in-law) look beautiful while highlighting each person's unique features. Seema has a calming presence and went above and beyond (even helping us to get dressed in our Indian outfits and providing me with a touch-up kit for later). She cares deeply about her clients and takes time to understand your unique skin type and desired look. For example, I tend to sweat a lot and was concerned about my makeup running and/or looking shiny. To my pleasant surprise, my makeup stayed put and looked fresh throughout the night without feeling heavy or cakey. Book with Seema today. I promise that you won't regret it!

Response from Makeup by Seema on 01/05/2026

Thank you so much Kara for your incredibly kind and thoughtful words. It truly means the w...

orld to me that you trusted me with such an important day in your life. Working with you and your family was an absolute joy, and I am so honored to have been a part of your wedding day! I am so happy that I was able to create a makeup look that you always envisioned for your special day. You looked absolutely GORGEOUS✨ Wishing you a lifetime filled with love, happiness, and beautiful moments🩷 I look forward to glamming you in the future for any special events🫶 xoxo, Seema

Kailey G

12/14/2025

Seema was absolutely phenomenal!! We clicked instantly! She was/is very kind, professional and comforting. She made sure I loved every little detail and if I wanted to tweak someth...

ing small she was all for it with such a positive attitude! It was so nice to have not only such a great makeup artist but a friend during the stressful times of wedding planning. The bridesmaids and Moms also loved their makeup and kept raving about how sweet and personal she was. Even my photographer commented late during the reception about how my makeup still looked as incredible as when it was first applied. True artistry, I couldn’t recommend Seema enough!!

Response from Makeup by Seema on 12/27/2025

Thank you so much Kailey for these incredibly kind words. I loved glamming you, your brid...

esmaids and the moms and hearing that your makeup lasted the entire day makes me so happy! You were an absolute joy to work with and I am so happy that you had such an amazing experience from the beginning. You looked absolutely beautiful and I love the sneak peaks of your wedding photos. Looking forward to working with you again in the future for any special events:) Wishing you a lifetime of love and happiness! xoxo, Seema

Julia C

11/27/2025

Seema did my makeup for my wedding on 10/17/25. Having Seema as my makeup artist on my wedding day was a true blessing. The first time we met for the trial, we instantly clicked! S...

eema is kind, patient and detail oriented. She never rushed and took her time. I loved my makeup on my wedding day. I truly felt glamorous. It lasted all night! I felt like I was having friend do my makeup. She is calm and poised, which puts you at ease! She even stayed back to do some touch ups before my first look. All of my bridesmaids looked so beautiful and also loved their makeup. My mother in law doesn’t wear a lot if makeup and said she felt gorgeous!! Seema, is truly talented and loves what she does. I cannot recommend her enough. Thank you, Seema for making me look and look and feel beautiful on my special day! 🥰🫶🏻🤍

Response from Makeup by Seema on 11/28/2025

Thank you so much Julia for your incredibly sweet review! It truly means a lot to me. I ...

am so grateful that I could be a party of your special day and create a look you loved. I loved spending your wedding morning with you and so happy that everyone loved their makeup! You looked absolutely Stunning! Love all your wedding photos. Thank you for trusting me and for being such a joy to work with! Please keep in touch and I look forward to glamming you again for any special occasions! xoxo, Seema

Kendra G

11/19/2025

Seema did an amazing job as my wedding makeup artist. She made me feel beautiful and confident on my big day, and her work was stunning. She is professional, talented, and incredib...

ly accommodating, managing to fit in makeup for 11 people. She made the whole experience smooth and enjoyable for everyone. I would highly recommend Seema to anyone looking for a reliable and skilled makeup artist.

Response from Makeup by Seema on 11/24/2025

Hi Kendra, Thank you so much for your beautiful review that you shared. I am so happy to ...

hear that you all loved your makeup and I was able to create a perfect bridal look for you! Love all your wedding photos, you look Gorgeous! Please keep in touch if you need anything in the future and I hope to get to do your makeup again for any special occasions! Best, Seema

Kayte O

11/18/2025

Seema was phenomenal! She is professional, kind, and friendly. She really acknowledged the tight schedule we were on, and successfully did my make up and 5 other girls make up ...

with a limited amount of time. Seema was great to communicate with about the schedule for my wedding and what the other girls wanted for their make up. Everyone was incredibly happy with their make up and Seema listened to each girl and what they wanted based on all of us having different skin types. I have acne prone skin and I am very skeptical about who does my make up, but Seema did an absolutely amazing job and I couldn’t have been happier 😊 She also gave us these nice little goodies bags to help us keep up with our make up after she left. Shes is just all around amazing!!

Response from Makeup by Seema on 11/24/2025

Thank you so much for your kind words! It was such a joy to work with you, your bridal p...

arty and family! I am so happy to hear that everyone loved their makeup. It was a pleasure to be a part of your special day. You looked absolutely stunning as a bride! Wishing you all the best and thank you for letting me be a part of your special day. I look forward to doing your makeup again for any special occasions! xoxo, Seema

Dana D

11/16/2025

Seema is absolutely amazing! From day one, I knew that I was in the right hands. From the trial to the day of, communication was seamless. As someone who doesn't wear very much mak...

eup on a general basis, Seema made me feel beautiful but still myself. I couldn't have asked for a better experience. I 1000% recommend Seema for your wedding day, you will not be disappointed!

Response from Makeup by Seema on 11/24/2025

Dana thank you so much for having me be a part of your wedding day! I had a wonderful tim...

e glamming everyone! I am so happy I was able to create a makeup look that you always envision for your wedding day! You looked Stunning as a bride. Can't wait to see all your wedding photos! Wish you the best and hope to see you in the near future! Seema

Christina N

11/08/2025

Seema did my makeup for a wedding along with other bridesmaids, the bride, and bride’s family members. We all had different skin tones, facial features, and preferred styles and sh...

e did an amazing job on every single one of us!!! I rarely get makeup done because I often find that makeup artists tend to be skilled in one style makeup and are not always able to tailor towards the clients features/preferences. Seema is truly a talented artist and I was blown away at her skill to enhance each person’s unique beauty. I would highly recommend her to anyone and she is an exceptional makeup artist!

Response from Makeup by Seema on 11/24/2025

Christina, thank you so much for your wonderful review. I am so glad you loved your makeu...

p. You looked absolutely beautiful. I am so happy that I was able to create a makeup look that you envisioned, natural yet timeless! It was such a pleasure meeting you at Kara's wedding and I hope to glam you again for any special events in the future! xoxo, Seema

Allyson F

10/13/2025

Seema was such a fantastic makeup artist! My makeup looked stunning and glamorous while feeling lightweight and breathable. Even after getting rained on and then sweating in the ho...

t sun my makeup did not move an inch. Seema is an amazing MUA and such a delight to work with.

Response from Makeup by Seema on 12/27/2025

Thank you so much Allyson for a wonderful review for me. I am so happy to hear that you ha...

d a wonderful experience and loved your makeup. Thank you for having me be a part of your wedding day! You looked absolutely stunning. Looking forward to work with you again for any special events in the future! Wishing you a lifetime of love and happiness!

Katie H

10/11/2025

Seema is the absolute best! I cannot say enough good things about her. She instantly made me feel at ease when we first met. She was thorough in understanding my skin type and gav...

e me recommendations prior to the wedding. Her makeup is absolutely flawless!! She was especially kind to my mom who was very apprehensive to have her makeup done professionally for the wedding. Seema encouraged her to bring her own make up and it made her feel so comfortable. You would be foolish not to hire her for your wedding or any special occasion I highly recommend Seema!

Response from Makeup by Seema on 10/14/2025

Thank you so much Katie for such a beautiful review! I am so happy to hear that I was able...

to create the perfect bridal look for you and your mom loved her makeup as well! It was such a joy to work with you and I look forward to doing your makeup again anytime in the future! Thank you for everything and being such a sweet bride to work with! xoxo, Seema

Andrea G

7/23/2025

I can’t say enough good things about Seema. From the moment she arrived, her calm and sweet energy instantly put me at ease. It felt like having a friend there to support me, not j...

ust a makeup artist. She made my face look absolutely flawless and did a stunning job on my bridesmaids, my mom, and my mother-in-law too. Everyone felt so beautiful and so well taken care of. I also enjoyed doing my makeup trial prior to the wedding with her. Seema really listens to what you want, enhances your natural features, and works with such gentle, professional care. She is the kind of vendor every bride hopes to have on her team: talented, kind, and grounding on a whirlwind day. I’d recommend her to any Virginia bride!

Response from Makeup by Seema on 07/24/2025

Thank you so much Andrea for such an amazing and thoughtful review along with a beautiful ...

photo! I am so happy that I was able to create the perfect wedding look that you had envisioned on your special day! You looked absolutely Stunning as a bride! You are one the most sweetest and it was truly an honor to do your makeup! I had such a fun morning and loved working with everyone. Congratulations again, I wish you the very best and please keep in touch if you need anything in the future, xoxo, Seema:)

Paige E

7/22/2025

Seema did a wonderful job on my Makeup for my wedding day! She did makeup for myself, three bridesmaids, and my mom. Seema was proactive about setting up a consultation/trial run p...

rior to my wedding day. She listened to what I wanted, and delivered the perfect light and natural look that I requested. She used high quality makeup and she recommended some products for me to add to my skincare routine. She arrived on time on my wedding day and was very professional. She worked wonderfully with my hair person and photographer to make sure we were on schedule and captured photos. Most importantly everyone’s makeup looked fabulous and lasted the entire night! I highly recommend Seema if you are looking for a makeup artist!

Response from Makeup by Seema on 07/24/2025

Hi Paige, Thank you so much for an amazing review and including all the beautiful photos f...

rom your special day. I am so happy to hear that you had a wonderful experience from the start and it was such a joy to be a part of your wedding day. Thank you for everything and I hope to get the opportunity to do your makeup again in the future for any special occasions! Congratulations on your beautiful wedding, you looked Gorgeous!

Madison M

7/20/2025

Makeup by Seema was an absolute pleasure to work with for my wedding day. She was quick to respond and supportive throughout the entire process. My makeup was absolutely perfect an...

d lasted the whole day, looking fresh from start to finish. I couldn't have been happier with the results, and would highly recommend Makeup by Seema. It was the perfect glam that made me feel beautiful and confident for my wedding day.

Response from Makeup by Seema on 07/22/2025

Thank you so much Madison for a beautiful review. I am so happy to hear that you had a won...

derful experience from start and it was such an honor to be a part of your beautiful wedding day. You looked absolutely Gorgeous! I look forward to keeping in touch and hope to have the opportunity to do your makeup again in the future. Thanks for everything and being a dream bride to work with! xoxo, Seema

Emily G

7/15/2025

Seema was amazing and did a fantastic job on my wedding makeup!She was very welcoming from the beginning, and I appreciated her on wanting to get to know me as a person as well as ...

what I envisioned for my special day. She would always share her excitement as the wedding day grew closer, and that really stood out to me. She was by my side and she felt like my support cheerleader through the whole process. I am super appreciative of everything that she did and highly recommend her to all future brides! Thank you Seema!!

Response from Makeup by Seema on 07/22/2025

Hi Emily, Thank you so much for such an amazing and thoughtful review! I am so happy that...

you loved everything from your makeup trial leading up to your wedding day. Thank you for all your kind words and I am so glad that you found me to be a part of your special day. You are sweetest and most humble and it was an honor for me to be a part of your big day. You looked absolutely Stunning as a bride. Congratulations again and please keep in touch if you need anything in the future! Hope to get to glam you again for any special events, xoxo Seema

Alexus S

7/13/2025

I can’t recommend Seema enough! She was absolutely amazing to work with and made me feel so beautiful on my wedding day. Not only did she do a flawless job on my makeup, but she al...

so did an incredible job on my bridesmaids—they all looked stunning and felt confident and beautiful. Seema was on time, professional, super friendly, and so easy to work with throughout the entire process. She truly helped make the day feel relaxed and special. Thank you, Seema, for everything!

Response from Makeup by Seema on 07/22/2025

Thank you so much Alexus for your thoughtful review! I am so happy to hear that I was abl...

e to create the perfect bridal look for you and you loved your makeup. It was an honor to be a part of your beautiful day. I look forward to working with you in the future for any special events:) Seema

Miranda I

7/13/2025

Seema made me feel so beautiful on my special day! Highly recommend!!!

Response from Makeup by Seema on 07/13/2025

Thank you Miranda for taking the time and writing a review! It was an honor for me to be ...

a part of your special day. You looked absolutely stunning as a bride!. Look forward to working with you again in the future for any special events!!

Meghan M

6/30/2025

Seema is absolutely incredible. From the start, she made me feel so special and taken care of. I don’t normally wear much makeup, and she completely understood that—she created a l...

ook that felt like me, just more elevated. What makes Seema stand out is not just her talent, but her kindness and attention to detail. She really listens, she cares, and you can feel that in her work. I felt confident, comfortable, and truly beautiful on such a special day. 10/10—couldn’t recommend her more! Thank you, Seema!

Response from Makeup by Seema on 07/13/2025

Thank You So Much Meghan for an amazing review! It means a lot to me! It was an honor for ...

me to be a part of your special day. You looked absolutely stunning as a bride!! I am so happy that you and everyone loved your makeup and I was able to create a makeup look that you always envisioned for your wedding day! I look forward to working with you again in the future! xoxo, Seema

Reilly P

6/21/2025

Seema was so great to work with! She was so kind and welcoming to my bridal party and she made us feel so beautiful. It was so nice to have someone who runs her own business becaus...

e I knew exactly who I would be working with. She was extremely professional and has so much knowledge and experience. I would highly recommend working with her!

Response from Makeup by Seema on 07/13/2025

Thank You So Much Reilly for this beautiful and thoughtful review for me. It truly means a...

lot to me and I appreciate it very much. It was such a pleasure working with you, your bridal party and your mom. You looked absolutely breathtaking on your wedding day and love your wedding photos!! I am so happy that you loved my work and to be part of you special day. I so look forward to with you again in the future for any special events, XOXO, Seema

Katie K

5/29/2025

I couldn't have picked a better makeup artist for my big day! Seema is not only incredibly skilled but also has such a calm presence, I knew all morning that myself and my wedding ...

party were in great hands. Everyone absolutely loved their makeup!

Response from Makeup by Seema on 05/30/2025

Thank you so much Katie for taking the time and writing such a beautiful review on your ex...

perience with me. I loved working with you, your bridesmaids and moms! You looked absolutely Gorgeous as a bride and I am looking forward to see your wedding photos! It as truly an honor for me to be a part of your big day and I look forward to work with you again for any future event!!

Stephanie S

3/29/2025

Seema was fabulous! Not only is she a great makeup artist, but she's kind, friendly and super down-to-earth as well. I appreciated her flexibility with some of my changing plans to...

o. I truly enjoyed working with her! ❤️

Response from Makeup by Seema on 05/01/2025

Thank you so much Stephanie for an amazing review for me. I am so happy to hear that you h...

ad a wonderful experience and loved your makeup. Thank you for having me be a part of your wedding day! You looked absolutely stunning. Looking forward to work with you again for any special events in the future!

Audrey L

3/28/2025

Seema was just wonderful on my wedding day!! The makeup she did for me turned out beautifully. She had great input on what she thought would compliment me well, which I appreciated...

especially as I do not do my own makeup often. My makeup turned out wonderfully and it lasted all night! I truly felt so beautiful on my wedding day and I can’t thank Seema enough for that! My bridal party loved having their makeup done as well, and everyone looked so amazing! Seema was also very communicative, professional, and punctual. Seema is truly gifted in her craft, I cannot recommend her enough!!

Response from Makeup by Seema on 05/01/2025

Thank you so much Audrey for such an amazing review for me. I am so happy to hear that eve...

ryone had a wonderful experience on your wedding day and loved their makeup. Thank you for having me, it was such a joy to be a part of your wedding day! You looked absolutely beautiful I look forward to work with you again for any special events in the future! xoxo, Seema

Lane P

3/15/2025

Absolutely loved working with Seema! Was such an easy process from booking to the actual wedding day. Would highly recommend if in need of a makeup artist!

Response from Makeup by Seema on 05/01/2025

Thank you so much for your beautiful review. I am so happy that I could create the vision ...

you had in mind for your special day. I look forward to working with you again in the future for any special events.

Victoria K

1/07/2025

Seema is absolutely wonderful!!! She did my wedding makeup for my special day in October! Throughout the whole process, Seema was extremely responsive and professional. She did mys...

elf, five bridesmaids, my mother, and my mother-in-law all by herself! Everyone loved their makeup and were so happy they chose to get their makeup done! She made me feel my best self while performing her makeup magic! I told her I wanted a glam look and she accomplished it soo well! She is definitely a master of her craft. My makeup stayed on with multiple crying spells throughout my wedding day! My makeup had no smudging at all! It looked 100% until the end of the night.I didn't want to take my makeup off; that's how beautiful it was! I absolutely love anything that is shimmery/glittery and before she left she gave me body shimmer which I wasn't expecting! It was soo fun! Seema took her time during my makeup trial to make sure I loved everything about my makeup and that I was comfortable! I used my trial makeup for my bridal portrait shoot so it didn't go to waste! On the day of, Seema made sure she was a little early to set up so we started on time! I could not recommend her enough to anyone who is looking for a makeup artist for their wedding!

Response from Makeup by Seema on 01/07/2025

Victoria, thank you so much for a amazing and detailed review and adding the wedding photo...

s to the review as well! Thank you for being a dream bride to work with, so grateful to have been a part of your special day! I am so happy everyone loved their makeup and you had a wonderful experience from the start and it was such a joy to work with you all. You looked absolutely gorgeous as a bride! Wish you the very best. I look forward to keeping in touch and hope to have the opportunity to do your makeup again in the future:) xoxo, Seema

Shannon M

12/07/2024

Seema is AMAZING! She is so kind & easy to work with and truly passionate about her business. From the trial to my actual wedding day, Seema made sure she was able to capture the ...

look I was going for. She guided me (because I am no makeup expert) and she gave me the exact look I was going for. I felt so beautiful & it really set the tone for the day. There will never be enough words to thank her for making me feel confident on the best day of my life. I couldn’t recommend her enough!!

Response from Makeup by Seema on 01/06/2025

Thank you so much Shannon for an amazing and thoughtful review!! I am so happy I was able ...

to be a part of your special day and create the look you envisioned. You looked absolutely Stunning as a bride and all your pictures are beautiful. It was such an honor to be a part of your special day! I look forward to doing your makeup again anytime in the future!! xoxo, Seema

Hannah B

11/24/2024

Seema was absolutely amazing!! From the first time I talked to her she was so friendly and helpful. I first met her at her beautiful in home studio and she was so welcoming and mad...

e sure i felt comfortable the whole time. From the time of hire until wedding day Seema was checking in with me and answering any questions i had. On wedding day things flowed so smoothly and timely. Our makeup was absolutely beautiful. My bridesmaids and i were all obsessed with our looks. Seema takes her time and truly cares about her work and the satisfaction of her costumers. The products she used stayed on all night! At the end of the night my makeup still looked fresh and beautiful. I can’t say enough good things about Makeup by Seema! Book her!!

Response from Makeup by Seema on 11/25/2024

Thank you so much Hannah for your thoughtful review. I am so happy that you had a wonderf...

ul experience from the start and it was such a joy to be a part of your wedding day. You looked absolutely breathtaking! I had such a great time working with all you ladies and glad everyone loved their makeup. I look forward to keeping in touch and hope to have the opportunity to do your makeup again in the future. Thanks for everything!

Taylor P

11/16/2024

Seema is great!! Professional, thorough, and invested in making sure you feel your best on your big day. I felt like a princess and my bridesmaids and mom loved the way they looked...

. Inquire soon because she books up fast!

Response from Makeup by Seema on 11/25/2024

Thank you so much Taylor for an amazing review. I am so happy that I could create the vis...

ion you had in mind for your special day and that everyone in your bridal party and your mom loved their makeup. Everyone was so sweet and pleasure to work with. I look forward to working with you again in the future for any special events. Thank you for everything!

Carlyn P

11/10/2024

Seema took the time to listen to what I wanted at my make up trial, and surpassed my expectations. Seema immediately felt like a friend I could trust and provided multiple skincare...

products that I have continued to use and love to this day. She checked in with me multiple times before the wedding to confirm schedules, explain the process, and make sure I was feeling comfortable and confident. I truly appreciate the level of care she provided during that time. On the day of the wedding, she promptly made a connection with each friend and family member, listening to what they wanted and making everyone feel beautiful and confident. I am so grateful for her guidance and support leading up to and on our wedding day. She was a friendly, calming presence that put us at ease… highly recommend!

Response from Makeup by Seema on 11/12/2024

Thank you so much Carlyn for your thoughtful makeup review. I am so happy to hear that yo...

u had such a wonderful experience from the start and it was a joy to be a part of your wedding day. I look forward to keeping in touch and hope to have the opportunity to do your makeup again in the future. Thanks for everything and being such an amazing bride to work with. I am so grateful that we met and it was an honor to work with you! xoxo, Seema

Erin F

9/26/2024

Seema did such an amazing job with mine and my wedding parties make up! Seema was so understanding of my wants for my makeup and we actually ended up completely changing what we c...

hose during our trials(because I had a last minute change of heart) on the wedding day and it was PERFECT- it was actually what she had recommended at the very start. I had zero fading, even after a night of dancing and happy tears. She is amazing at what she does and I never had any doubts. She made each of my bridesmaids look flawless and was so great with dealing with my mother and mother in law with their make ups choices too. She even at the last minute helped my niece with her lashes. The day of the wedding Seema went above and beyond and I could not be more grateful for her expertise, understanding, patience, and skill. Choosing Seema was one of the best choices I could have made for my wedding day.

Response from Makeup by Seema on 09/26/2024

Thank you so much Erin for the beautiful review! I am thrilled to hear that you loved your...

makeup and you had a wonderful experience from start to finish! I am glad that everyone loved their makeup and it lasted the entire day! Thank you for everything, you are the sweetest! It was such a fun morning, you looked absolutely beautiful! Congratulations again to both of you and I look forward to doing your makeup again anytime in the future!

Katie T

7/15/2024

Seema is professional, kind, and SO talented. Seema blends a little bit of glam with a timeless look and it is perfect. She is wonderful and I can't recommend her enough.

Response from Makeup by Seema on 09/26/2024

Thank you so much Katie for such a beautiful review! I really appreciate it so much. It wa...

s an absolute honor for me to be a part of your beautiful day! I am happy that I could create the vision you had in mind for your wedding day and everyone loved their makeup! Thank you, Seema

Lauren L

7/07/2024

I had an absolutely fantastic experience with Seema! From the moment I spoke to her prior to officially booking, she made me feel completely at ease, taking the time to understand ...

my preferences and recommending skincare tips to ensure my makeup looked its absolute best on the big day. Not only did she excel in perfecting the soft glam look, but she also went above and beyond to create a comfortable and enjoyable atmosphere at her studio for my trial. She also stayed in constant communication leading up to the wedding! On the wedding day itself, she worked her magic not only on me but also on my mom, mother-in-law, and bridesmaids, making everyone feel special and beautiful. I cannot thank her enough for her exceptional talent, warm personality, and the care she put into making us all feel our best. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a talented and amazing makeup artist for their special day! Be sure to book her early so you don’t miss out!! ♥️🥰

Response from Makeup by Seema on 09/26/2024

Thank you so much Lauren for having me be a part of your wedding day and for taking the ti...

me to write a review! Thank you for your kind words! You looked absolutely stunning. I am so happy that I could create a perfect look that you envisioned on your special day! Congratulations again and please keep in touch if you need me for anything in the future!

Heather W

6/19/2024

Seems was absolutely amazing! This was actually my first time ever getting my makeup done by someone else and I was kinda nervous having someone up in my face like that haha - but ...

she made it such a good experience. Super friendly and easy to talk to! Even gave pointers for skin and makeup products based on her experience. The makeup was flawless - we all received compliments ALL night! I was even getting comments on how great the eye makeup was the next morning (my sis got married - I absolutely went to sleep with my makeup on lmao) I highly recommend Seema to anyone in the area!

Response from Makeup by Seema on 09/26/2024

Thank you so so much Heather for taking the time to write a beautiful review. It was so n...

ice meeting you! I am so happy you loved your makeup and it lasted the entire day! You looked beautiful!

Amber C

5/19/2024

I had the most amazing experience with Seema for my wedding makeup. She truly worked wonders, making my makeup look flawless and enhancing my natural features beautifully. Seema wa...

s incredibly helpful throughout the process and listened attentively to my preferences, ensuring that I felt confident and stunning on my special day. I couldn't have asked for a better makeup artist. Highly recommend her services to any bride-to-be.

Response from Makeup by Seema on 09/26/2024

Thank you so much Amber for taking the time to write a beautiful review. I really appreci...

ate it. I am so happy that you had such a wonderful makeup experience and I could be a part of your special day! I look forward to working with you again in the future for any special events!

Raven M

5/19/2024

I have had the pleasure of working with Seema on more than one occasion. First, she did the makeup for bridal for one of my best friends wedding. I was a bridesmaid. Stunning makeu...

p for all of us. Then my husband surprised me with my own private lessons with Seema. She is so gentle and patient with teaching proper makeup applications. She is very passionate about good skin care and makeup. Not only did she teach me things I can to everyday and on special date nights, she has taught me how to shop for the products I need for my skin. I love the facial cleanser and lotion! Seema is the best! I will use her again and again for my make up needs! Her prices are good and she is worth every penny. Don't wait for a fancy event, she is amazing with the everyday care and make up too. I may do a refresher training and makeover just because it's fun and I'm sure there is something I could have forgotten since that session. I would give her 7 stars if I could because she is more than 5 stars!

Response from Makeup by Seema on 09/26/2024

Thank you so much Raven for taking the time to write a beautiful review. It was so nice m...

eeting you at Shanley's wedding! I am so happy you really enjoyed your makeup lesson with me and loving all the skin and makeup products. I had such a great time teaching! Looking forward to working with you again for any special events in the future!

Samantha S

5/06/2024

Seema is absolutely amazing! You will not be disappointed working with Seema. She is super professional and also a great person overall. She was so friendly to all my friends an...

d family and flexible with us on the timeline. She works with you to make sure you look amazing. Her make-up skills are unmatched. We all looked so beautiful thanks to her!

Response from Makeup by Seema on 05/15/2024

Thank You So Much Samantha for such an amazing review!! I really appreciate it. Thank you ...

for trusting my work! It was an honor for me to be a part of your most special day and had an amazing time working with you and your friends & family as well! You looked absolutely gorgeous. I look forward to working with you again in the future for any special events.

AbbieAnn F

5/04/2024

Seema is an absolute 10/10. She had done my sisters wedding weeks before my own so I knew I wanted to use her. She was prompt, professional, and flexible. She came early and set up...

her stuff (stood for hours doing makeup!) and was sooo much fun to hang around while getting ready. Her end product was truly the star of the show as she transformed me into the bride of my dreams! Her makeup is high quality, clean and gorgeous. I’d recommend Seema x1000.

Response from Makeup by Seema on 09/26/2024

Thank you so much Abbie for taking the time to write a beautiful review. I am so happy tha...

t you loved your makeup and I was able to create a makeup look that you envisioned for your wedding day. It was such a fun morning and it was an honor for me to be a part of your special day!

Morgan D

3/18/2024

Seema is excellent at what she does! She made me look and feel amazing my special day! Not only was she professional and wonderfully talented, she’s also sweet and was a joy to be ...

around. She’s organized, great on time management, and helped my wedding goes as smooth as possible. I would use her again and even recommended my sister to her! Highly recommend!

Response from Makeup by Seema on 03/20/2024

Thank you so much Morgan for taking the time and writing such an amazing review. I loved ...

working with you, your bridesmaids, mom and mother-in-law! I am so happy that everyone loved their makeup. You looked absolutely Gorgeous as a bride and it was truly and honor for me to be a part of your big day! I look forward to be working with you for your sister's wedding day, thank you for recommending me to her!

Carly L

3/03/2024

Seema was PERFECT right from the beginning! I met Seema when she did my makeup as a bridesmaid at my best friend's wedding. I knew immediately she was who I wanted for my wedding. ...

She made the process of scheduling and booking with her so easy. During my make-up trial she talked through every part of my make-up to make sure it was exactly what I wanted. She took the many (many lol) make-up pictures I sent her and somehow combined the best pieces of each of them into the most perfect look for me! She asked so many questions just about the wedding day that I hadn't even thought of yet. Her experience was so valuable and helpful during the stressful planning of everything. She called me a week or so before the wedding and we walked through the entire timeline to make sure everything was perfect!! On the day of the wedding, we had a minor setback when we arrived at the church and Seema was so amazingly calm. She had everything under control because she worked in plenty of buffer time to make sure we stayed on schedule. I can't explain what an asset it was to have Seema there on my wedding day! I have already recommended her to 3 brides. Her work, personality, and vision for my look was nothing short of EXCELLENT! She is one of the reasons my wedding day was perfect!

Response from Makeup by Seema on 03/06/2024

Thank you so much Carly for a wonderful and heartfelt review! I am so happy that the make...

up was exactly what you wanted fo your wedding day. Thank you for taking the time to write about your bridal makeup experience with me and I am so honored to be a part of your special day! I look forward to keeping in touch and hope to get the opportunity to do your makeup again the future! I really appreciate you referring me to the future brides to be:) Thank you for everything, you are the sweetest! xoxo, Seema

Janine M

3/01/2024

Seema absolutely NAILED the look I envisioned for our wedding. She went above and beyond to make me comfortable both during my trial makeup session and the morning of our big day, ...

and she provided great advice while respecting my vision. She also did a great job with the rest of my family/bridal party. Rest assured you're in great hands with Seema!

Response from Makeup by Seema on 03/06/2024

Thank you so much Janine for taking the time to write a beautiful review. I am so happy t...

hat you loved your makeup and I was able to create a makeup look that you envisioned for your wedding day. It was a fun morning and I am also so glad to hear that everyone loved their makeup as well. Everyone was so nice and it was a joy to be a part of your special day!

Bethany O

1/27/2024

They say that you can’t expect a perfect wedding day, but mine was with the help of Seema. We originally met at her home, after my having to unfortunately reschedule repeatedly, wh...

ich she handled with nothing but grace and kindness. She took her time to make sure she had down exactly what I wanted and adjusted as needed. My 9-year-old daughter - who thinks makeup is ridiculous - even enjoyed the experience of sitting there and giving opinions. Then came the wedding day, a day typically riddled with anxiety, but her skill and calmness brought a peaceful presence to the room. She was efficient and sweet, accommodating, and ensured even my daughter had what she wanted. Even my makeup aficionado best friend took selfies saying she has been in many weddings and never once had liked her makeup until Seema did hers. We were all ready before the time needed, everyone looked *stunning* in photos, and my makeup lasted through wind, hours of photos, and multiple instances of happy tears. I did not even want to take it off when I went to bed because it still looked better than any other. I recommend reaching out to her to see if she has your date available. You have enough things to worry about when planning a wedding, so just get makeup off the list and rest some of those worries by booking her!

Response from Makeup by Seema on 01/27/2024

Hi Bethany, Thank you so much for taking the time to write a thoughtful and thorough revie...

w and posting the beautiful photos from your wedding! I am so happy that you found me and that I could create the perfect bridal look that you envisioned. It was a joy to be a part of your special day and everyone was so nice to work with! Loved doing Allison's makeup, she is so sweet! I hope I have the opportunity to do your makeup again in the future!

Crossley L

1/19/2024

Seema is honestly amazing. She did an incredible job on myself, my bridesmaids, my mother in law, and my grandmother. Seema was so friendly and real!!! She is one of the most down ...

to earth people I have ever met. Seema was timely in her responses, great with reminders and all the information needed for the big day regarding make up. I felt comfortable and confident with seema and she truly made me look like a princess on my wedding day. My wedding was particularly difficult, as I lost my mom unexpectedly 3 months prior, but seema raised my spirits and made me feel loved and beautiful. If you don’t work with Seema for your wedding or special event, then you’re doing it wrong!! Thank you for everything Seema.

Response from Makeup by Seema on 01/20/2024

Thank you so much Crossley for taking the time and writing such an amazing and thoughtful ...

review on your experience with me. I loved working with you, your bridesmaids and family. You looked absolutely gorgeous as a bride and your wedding photos are incredible!! Thank you for always trusting my work! I look forward to glamming you in February for your sister Abby's special day!

Christy L

11/12/2023

Seema is simply amazing. She made this old tired face look gorgeous. I could not believe my eyes. Thank you Seema. It was a pleasure to meet you !

Mary J

11/06/2023

Seema was amazing! Very friendly and professional. Really knew what she was doing and made all us girls look stunning without feeling we had too much on! Cannot recommend enough!

McKenna E

10/25/2023

SEEMA IS THE BEST!!!!!! I first met her at my trial in her adorable in home studio! She was so welcoming and took the time to not only perfect my look to get it exactly like I was ...

hoping, but also to just chat and get to know me on a personal level. She made the experience so enjoyable which made me all the more excited for the wedding day! In between the trial and the wedding day she answered my every text/question and even called me a few times to make sure we had all the details clearly worked out so the day of would go smoothly, especially since I had a larger bridal party. Fast forward to the wedding day, all my bridesmaids and the mother of the bride and mother of the groom were all OBSESSED with her work!! She killed everything from the bold/glam looks to the more soft/subtle looks. Seema is a true perfectionist with her work, but rolled through it like a true pro in order to keep us on schedule. I truly cannot recommend Seema enough! Extremely talented and professional while also so personable and friendly. Such a sweet person through and through. Side note: I cried happy tears the majority of my wedding day and you would never know!!

Response from Makeup by Seema on 11/01/2023

Thank you so much McKenna Holderfield for your heartfelt review! It was such an honor for ...

me to be a part of your special day! You looked absolutely beautiful and all your wedding photos are incredible. I loved being part of the entire process from your makeup trial leading up to your wedding day! I look forward to keeping in touch and hope to get an opportunity to do your makeup again in the future for any special events. Thank you! XOXO, Seema

Malayna T

10/24/2023

Seema is AMAZING! She is kind, professional, and truly an artist with a vision. I showed her inspiration photos at my trial and she created a look that incorporated my inspiration ...

and suited my personal skin tone and complexion beautifully. She did the same for my bridesmaids, mother, and mother-in-law on my wedding day. I opted for a more "glam" look and it was exactly what I was looking for. My bridesmaids went for a more "soft glam" look and they all looked so beautiful. My husband also told me he had never seen his mother look more beautiful than when Seema did her makeup. Book her now, you will not regret it! :)

Response from Makeup by Seema on 11/01/2023

Thank you so much Malayna for taking the time to write an amazing review for me. I am so h...

appy to hear that everyone had a wonderful experience on your wedding day and loved their makeup. Thank you for having me, it was such a joy to be a part of your wedding day! You looked absolutely beautiful and I can't wait to see your wedding photos! Look forward to work with you again for any special events in the future! xoxo, Seema

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