Airbrush Makeup and Hair by Nelly

My husband and I decided to cancel our destination wedding with family and friends and decided to elope to Ireland from California (USA). I don’t wear makeup and my hair is usually clipped up or in a ponytail. Granted, I could have made myself look presentable for a night out, this was our wedding day and I wanted the look of old Hollywood glam. I am very particular when it comes to hair and makeup, therefore I looked at a ton of different hair and makeup artists in Ireland. I am also a black woman and wanted to make sure that whomever I chose had experience working with women of color and different hair textures. I reached out to several people and chose to move forward with Nelly. She responded to my emails within 24 hours or less, especially considering there is an 8 hour time difference. She also gave me very reasonable quotes for traveling to my location and for her services. Her contract was extremely fair and she personally addressed all of my questions and concerns in writing should there be any unforeseen issues. Her bride only wedding package included a hair and makeup trial, therefore she was able to do the trial the day before the wedding which was perfect for the photoshoot that we had that day. The application of the airbrushed makeup was not uncomfortable at all and truly weathered the storm as it was literally raining sideways at The Cliffs of Mohr. However, my makeup was still beautiful after all of the wind and rain that hit me in the face. She returned the following day and had an entire vision of how she would apply the makeup and do my hair. Her artistry and level of expertise truly shines and made me feel the most beautiful woman in the world on the day of my wedding. Needless to say, Nelly's professionalism, prompt timing and exceptional quality of service rendered beyond my expectations and if I could do it all over again, I would not hesitate in contacting Airbrush Makeup and Hair by Nelly.

Nelly is amazing!! After having no luck finding a MUA here on my trip to Puerto Vallarta for a wedding as it was last minute we decided to jsut do our make up ourselves. Well, we were staying at a resort and we decided to go to the pool before we went up to the room to start getting ready. we get our drinks and mom starts talking to these ladies and within 2 mins they start taking about the wedding and she’s like oh my daughter does beautiful make up!! She’s amazing and then calls Nelly over …boom within the hour we go upstairs and she’s. Not only doing our make up within time of the wedding but for a professional to not have their whole kit and still use what we had and look like we did! AMAzing! Make up so flawless and nailed the looks! Thank you Nelly for taking time off your vacation to work lol You were a true blessing!

Nelly came highly recommended to me prior to the wedding and she did not disappoint. Both her hair and makeup skills are fantastic, and she was so much fun with a personable but professional manner. Look forward to booking her for future events!

Nelly recently did hair and makeup for my mam (mother of the groom) and I (groomsmaid) for my brothers wedding. We were staying at Tulfarris in Wicklow so Nelly called out to the hotel to us - even the early morning start didn’t deter her. She did natural makeup for both of us as we don’t regularly wear makeup and wanted something subtle. She actually listened to this request which many MUAs ignore! And she did a blow dry for my mam and an upstyle for me. She really listened to what we wanted and we were both delighted with our hair and makeup. We got so many compliments throughout the day and didn’t need a touch up once! I would highly recommend Nelly - she is also super calm and extremely good fun the morning of the wedding as well.

Very professional, easy going and kind person. Did the job perfectly from start to the end,was very happy with it. Would highly recommend

Absolutely fantastic from start to finish so professional and easy to work with. Very gentle and accomodating. Highly recommend for any occasion

Nelly was a joy to work with. Very personable and professional. Thank you

Nelly did my Hair and Make up for my son's wedding I was so happy with the results she is amazing with the work she does such a pleasant and friendly person she created a very relaxed atmosphere also did my daughter in law make up and hair which she loved we were so happy with the results The little flower girl loved her curls which lasted all day Well Done Nelly and Thank You would highly recommend her for a complete wedding event xxEstella

Great service. Very natural finish, just the way I wanted. Very professional. Would highly recommend

Nelly was an absolute delight to be around and she was very professional and calm throughout. She did the hair and makeup for my bridesmaids and myself for our wedding and everyone looked fab!!!A very happy customer and thank you so much for the brilliant job you did on us. Would 100% recommend her to anyone.

Nelly was amazing from the day of trail until the wedding day. She made me feel calm and was very professional. She is very bubly and brings good energy to the room on the morning of the wedding. Nothing was too much to ask for nelly was so helpful. Her prices are very very reasonable and would recommend her to all brides to be.

Nelly was super professional. Made me feel totally relaxed and confident in her work from the moment she came into the room. I was delighted with the results!

Very professional and calm, kept us all in good spirits and we all looked amazing when we were done! Thank you so much!