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Virginia Martín
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Virginia Martin is a New York–based bridal makeup artist with over 23 years of experience, blending her expertise from European fashion capitals such as Paris and Madrid with her modern New York artistry. After earning master’s degrees in aesthetics and makeup artistry in Barcelona, she spent over a decade
After earning advanced degrees in aesthetics and makeup artistry, including high aesthetic training in Barcelona, she spent over a decade working with luxury brands like Dior and Lancôme in Madrid. Since 2014, Virginia has called New York home, working with models, celebrities, and brides, while growing her bridal company, VM Art Beauty Inc.
After earning advanced degrees in aesthetics and makeup artistry, including high aesthetic training in Barcelona, she spent over a decade working with luxury brands like DIOr and Lancôme in Spain. Since 2014, Virginia has called New York home, working with brides , celebrities, and models , while growing her bridal company,VM art beauty inc.
My work has been featured in renowned publications including VOGUE, ELLE , COSMOPOLITAN, and GLAMOUR.
With a focus on refined, high-end finishes, Virginia offers bespoke hair and makeup artistry tailored to each bride’s vision—from timeless natural beauty to sophisticated elegance. On-site services ensure a seamless and calming experience, leaving every bride feeling radiant and elevated on her special day.
She also specializes in high-profile events—galas, red carpets, and celebrity clientele—bringing her refined artistry to big events beyond the wedding world.
To view my bridal portfolio, visit my Instagram profile at:
https://www.instagram.com/bambalinasbeaute
For more of my beauty and red carpet artistry, you’re welcome to explore my website at : https://www.virginia-martin.com/?
Beauty IG: https://www.instagram.com/vichymakeup?
I offer a curated selection of elevated beauty services incluided:
-Elevated and timeless makuep look
-Natural and flawless makeup look
-Airbrush makuep
-Photo-finished looks,
-Tattoo coverage,
-Individual with natural ooks or sophisticated look
-Top hair and makuep brands that lasrt all day
-Specialist with Hollywood waves
-Soft Waves
-Beachy waves,
-Elegant updos,
-Braided updos
-Textured styling,
-Men’s grooming.
- flower Girld
Feel free to reach out with any questions. I also offer group packages for four or more. You’re welcome to give me a call anytime.
Cheers,
Virginia Martin Aliaga
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Beauty
Beauty Group Bookings
Hair Stylists
Hair Trials Available
Makeup
Airbrushed Makeup
Eyelash Extensions
Makeup Artists
Makeup Trials Available
On-Site Hair & Makeup
Awards and Affiliations
2023 'Best of Weddings'
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Virginia Martín
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Virginia Martin is a New York–based professional makeup artist and founder of VM Art Beauty Inc., with over 20 years of experience in the beauty and fashion industry. Known for her refined, polished aesthetic, Virginia specializes in creating timeless, radiant bridal looks that enhance each client’s natural beauty.
Her work has been featured in prestigious publications such as Vogue, ELLE, Marie Claire, and Glamour, and she has worked on red carpet events, New York Fashion Week, and luxury weddings across New York City.
Virginia is especially sought after for her expertise with diverse skin types and tones, including Asian and international clients, and for her ability to deliver flawless, long-lasting results both in person and on camera.
Reviews
5.0
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The makeup artist and her team were professional, talented, and responsive, creating flawless hair and makeup for brides, bridesmaids, and mothers. They listened to requests, worked calmly and on time, and made everyone feel beautiful. Makeup lasted all day and guests praised the results. Highly recommended.Hannah S
5.0
4/21/2026
I loved working with Virginia! She is so talented, so sweet, and very responsive!
Jenny C
5.0
4/11/2026
Service, attention to detail, and ability to meet my needs were amazing. I highly recommend Virginia for her gorgeous work and personal attention
Any questions?
Ani L
5.0
4/01/2026
I can’t thank Virginia enough for her incredible work on my bridal party. She brought such professionalism, warmth, and artistry. Everybody felt stunning and at ease. I’m beyond gr...
ateful for her magic touch and would recommend her to any bride.
Natalia A
5.0
3/17/2024
I Just can't say enough about Virginia! She is just amazing, very polite and helpful her work is flawless. If you are looking for a professional and very talented makeup artist she...
is the perfect choice. Her makeup skill is awesome
Thank you so much Virginia.
Mandy N
5.0
3/13/2024
Virginia provided make-up for myself, my bridesmaids, and my mother/mother-in-law. I couldn’t have been happier with the results. She has a wonderful eye for color, respectfully li...
stens to your requests, and moves throughout the getting-ready period of the day with a calm, collected stress-free attitude. She was on time and ahead of schedule. I would highly recommend her – she’s worth every penny.
Ruth D
5.0
12/09/2023
Virginia and her beauty team were an excellent choice. My bridal party, mothers and myself really appreciated how professional, flexible and accommodating Virginia and her team wer...
e during the whole process. They pay attention to details and they make sure not only to listen to what you are looking for but also ensuring that you are happy with the results. I would highly recommend Virginia Martin for your wedding day. The results were exactly as requested and we all looked just perfect! Thank you Virginia for all your excellent work! We could not have been more happy!.
Response from Virginia Martin on 12/09/2023
Thank you very much for having me Ruth!!!. It was lovely working with you!. Wishing all th...
e best!!✨
Christine B
5.0
11/06/2023
She is very professional on her job. She did excellent and amazing with hair and makeup on my wedding day. I was so excited to see the results and it was surely everything that I e...
ver expected.. Wonderful! I was the happiest bride on my most memorable day! I had
a lot of compliments with how I looked. I would highly recommend her for best services and delivery on time. I am sure she would make a lot of gorgeous brides in the future. Thank you so so much!
Sandra P
5.0
11/02/2023
Virginia is an amazing makuep artist!!!. I’m very happy to have her in my wedding day!. She and her expert team made me feel so special. I highly recommend her!!!.
Marie G
5.0
11/02/2023
Virginia is outstanding !! Her calm energy and exceptional make-up skills really made getting ready for my wedding SO joyful. I loved my makeup from trial to day of, as did my mom ...
and bridesmaids. And my makeup stayed perfect allll day and night. She also listened to my needs for hair style, setting me up with the best suitable stylist and everything truly turned out perfect. I recommend this wonderful woman and her team of artists. I couldn’t ask for more. 10/10
Nicole Z
5.0
5/28/2023
Virginia is absolutely amazing! She has now done my bridal shower hair and makeup and engagement party makeup and I could not be happier that she'll be doing my wedding glam. She's...
so amazing to work with and I felt so comfortable every step of the way with her. Her glam looks absolutely incredible - I got compliments all night long & will only be using her from now on for my hair and makeup!
ALEIDA T
5.0
5/25/2023
Kerri truly helped make my wedding absolutely incredible. She is so kind and warm and made me feel so comfortable from our very first exchange. My mom and I had a trial with her be...
fore my wedding and we both felt so welcomed and very taken care of. She knew exactly what I was hoping my wedding makeup would look like. Honestly, she made me look more beautiful than I ever imagined and I received endless compliments. I can’t picture my wedding without Kerri being a part of it as she truly made my day amazing.
Brittany C
5.0
10/19/2022
I could not be happier with Virginia! She is extremely talented in cosmetology. She did my makeup as well as 6 other girls the day of my wedding & everyone looked STUNNING! So happ...
y with her!! She brought along Holly as a hairstylist who is equally as talented! So, so happy with them both!!
Response from Virginia Martin on 10/27/2022
Thank you very much Brittany!!!. We was very happy working with you and your family!. Ever...
ybody was so nice and made very easy to work with. THANK YOU!!!. I had such an beautiful memories. We wish you all the best!🌹🤍
Becca W
5.0
10/05/2022
Virginia and team were absolutely the best! They were extremely talented with hair and makeup and were easy to plan / communicate with. My bridesmaids were beyond impressed with th...
e end result and I would definitely recommend them to others in the NYC area. Great value!!
Elena S
5.0
5/06/2022
Virginia provided make-up for myself, my bridesmaids, and my mother-in-law. I couldn’t have been happier with the results, and I know everyone else was equally satisfied. She has a...
wonderful eye for color, respectfully listens to your requests, and moves throughout the getting-ready period of the day with a calm, collected stress-free attitude. She was on time and ahead of schedule. I would highly recommend her – she’s worth every penny. Thank you for your work, Virginia!
Inuska L
5.0
5/06/2022
Virginia Martin rocked it out on my wedding day. I paid for Virginia to stay all day. I switched my hairstyle and makeup between ceremony and reception, which would not have been p...
ossible without her. Best in the business, by FAR. Don't hesitate to book her ASAP!
Alexandra G
5.0
5/04/2022
Virginia is absolutely amazing and truly the best makeup artist in the entire world! She is the sweetest and kindest person I have ever talked to in my life, and her skills are unm...
atched. She made me and my entire bridal party look gorgeous! From the second I booked her, to my trial, to my wedding day, and everything in between Virginia has been amazing; she responded to me very quickly, was always so accommodating, gave me the best advice, and is such a fun person to be around! My makeup turned out better than I could ever hope for and lasted all night, through the tears, rain, and dancing. I cannot say enough awesome things about Virginia!
Response from Virginia Martin on 05/04/2022
Thank you Alejandra for the trust placed in us, it was more than a pleasure to be able to ...
enjoy and work with you on the most important day of your life. I hope and wish you the best✨🤍
Yolanda B
5.0
4/29/2022
Virginia is like a dream, I couldn't believe her professionalism, she was on time and very sweet, she made me feel very special and beautiful. I will totally use her again for any ...
other occasion, She is the best make up artist I have met so far.
Thanks again Virginia!!!
Response from Virginia Martin on 04/29/2022
Thank you very much Yolanda!. It was such a pleasure to work with you in your big day. Tha...
nk you for your beautiful words😘
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