With very few exceptions, your wedding day is typically the most photographed day of your life. With so many images serving as proof of the day, it’s no wonder you want everything to look perfect—from the flowers to the food and decorations. But nothing can upstage the bride, right? While it’s not the first priority in planning your dream wedding, your hair and makeup is a big piece of the visual puzzle. Sound stressful? Don’t worry! There are tons of great options for these services that will make your day easy and fun as you look your very best. But before we get to my favorite Colorado hair and makeup artists, let’s start with these five tips, straight from a wedding photographer herself:

• Take your wedding season into consideration. Unsure which shade of foundation to go with? Think about if you’re going to have a sun-kissed glow or if you’ll be rocking this look in the middle of winter.

• Choose a lipstick that’s all YOU. Nothing can be more uncomfortable than having a makeup artist suggest a color you’re not a fan of… Go with a color that feels natural and also gives you your favorite pop of color. 

• Drink plenty of water before the big day. Hydrated skin will allow for the best makeup application! 

• Don’t skimp on the makeup trial. Seriously, having a chance to try things out and change your mind means feeling confident and happy in the knowledge that the look on your big day is just right.

• Keep a few beauty products on-hand throughout the wedding day. It’s common to leave a makeup trial convinced you need to buy the translucent powder and lipstick. Truthfully, it’s very helpful to have these products on hand (ask your maid of honor to hold onto them for you) so that you can touch up between photos. 

Okay… Ready to dive in? Here we go, eight Colorado hair and makeup artists that I’ve gotten to know and love! 

Blush Dry Bar

Blush opened in January 2018 just south of Downtown Colorado Springs. They specialize in blowouts, up-dos, makeup, lash extensions and hair extensions. Whether you’re the bride, a bridesmaid or just a woman who wants to be pampered, they can cater to you. They believe in beauty through authenticity and want you to leave feeling like the best version of you!

The Day On Location Beauty

The Day On Location Beauty is the bridal beauty DREAM TEAM. This premier, on-location bridal beauty company works together as a team of stylists to accommodate brides and bridal parties of all sizes. The stylists are experienced and licensed, and look forward to talking with you about all of your bridal beauty needs. The hairstylists offer memorable and one-of-a-kind bridal hairstyles, and the makeup artists can customize your dream bridal look from more natural to full-on glam.

Blo Dry Bar 

Looking for a place that has quick and affordable hair styles? Regardless of the event, Blo Dry Bar has so many services to take advantage of, from quick curls to elegant up-dos, their services and staff are above the rest. And beautiful hair is just the beginning! They offer makeup looks for any occasion, and plenty of other luxurious services, too.

Brook Mae Salon / Boho Bridal Hairstylist

Brook is an independent hair company specializing in polished textures, natural and effortless looks, intricate details, loose twists and braids. While she focuses her business on hair specifically, Brook works very closely with many of the best local makeup artists and can provide plenty of excellent recommendations!

Charmed Beauty

Charmed Beauty is a boutique wedding business, specializing in bridal hair and makeup design. Based in Denver, the Charmed team will travel for your big day, including events in Estes Park, Vail, Breckenridge, Boulder, Arvada, Colorado Springs, Parker, Castle Rock, and all surrounding areas. Want to give them a test drive? Charmed serves engagement photoshoots, high school senior photos, prom, homecoming, and all your other special occasions.

Lush and Lather

Lush and Lather is home to a collection of independent salon professionals, all housed within the same cozy four walls. Each stylist prides themselves on a different specialty and maintains their own scheduling, services, and pricing. 

Eléposh Hair & Makeup Artistry

For most brides, nothing is more important than picturing how they’ll look walking down the aisle for the first time. They’ve planned that moment for months and dreamt of that day most of their lives. Eléposh can make the vision of elegance and style come to reality.

I Do Beauty Boutique

Located in Denver, I Do Beauty Boutique provides high-quality, professional hair and makeup services. Their experienced professionals are highly skilled in creating dazzling wedding-day looks, and offer a range of services. Their ultimate goal is to make every client feel truly special.