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Makeup artists in Fortitude Valley

2 of the 30 makeup artists here are in Fortitude Valley itself, with the rest a short trip away, most start between $30 and $149, and all of them are appointment-only. The area is strongest on bridal.

Or describe exactly what you want and we’ll narrow it down

Makeup artists in Fortitude Valley, at a glance

For events and weddings, longevity and how it photographs matter more than how it looks in the chair.

Most start between
$30–$149
Open past 7pm
9 of 30

What to look for

  • Portfolio work on skin tones and skin types like yours.
  • A trial for weddings. Not usually necessary for anything else.

Read the full guide to makeup artists in Brisbane, QLD for pricing, timing and what to ask before you book.

30 places in and around Fortitude Valley

Ordered by how well each one fits a typical makeup artist request here — not by advertising spend, and not purely by rating.

Isabelle Pacaud Mua

Fortitude ValleyMid-range5.0(59)

Makeup artist · Premium · Consultation-led

98 per cent match — Excellent match
  • In Fortitude Valley
  • 10 reviews mention makeup
“Isabelle did my makeup for my wedding and it was stunning.”
From the reviews · mentioned by 10 reviews

Sara Laverde MakeUp Australia

Fortitude ValleyMid-range5.0(24)

Makeup artist · Friendly

98 per cent match — Excellent match
  • In Fortitude Valley
  • 16 reviews mention makeup
“Everything I know about make-up, I learnt it from Sara.”
From the reviews · mentioned by 16 reviews

Sol Studios Newstead

Newstead1.7 kmMid-range5.0(28)

Makeup artist

96 per cent match — Excellent match
  • 1.7 km from Fortitude Valley — about a 4 minute drive
  • 14 reviews mention makeup
“Sol Studios is a gorgeous and relaxing place to get your hair, makeup, or nails done!”
From the reviews · mentioned by 14 reviews

Juliana Cruz Makeup

Newstead913 mMid-range5.0(171)

Makeup artist

95 per cent match — Excellent match
  • 913 m from Fortitude Valley — about a 11 minute walk
  • 4 reviews mention makeup
“Since having my makeup done for the first time in many years, I have recommended her to everyone I know because my experience was so positive.”
From the reviews · mentioned by 4 reviews

By Sabrina Walsh

Paddington3.4 kmMid-range5.0(81)

Beauty salon · Calm · Friendly

94 per cent match — Excellent match
  • 3.4 km away in Paddington
  • 18 reviews mention makeup
“Sabrina did an absolutely amazing job for my wedding makeup.”
From the reviews · mentioned by 18 reviews

Jabbas Makeup Studio - Hair and Makeup

Paddington3.4 kmPremium5.0(46)

Makeup artist · Friendly · Social

94 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Makeup — $180
  • 3.4 km away in Paddington
  • 16 reviews mention makeup
“The makeup artist (Lilly) was friendly, professional, and clearly very talented.”
From the reviews · mentioned by 16 reviews
  • Makeup $180

Josleen Makeup Professional

Milton3.4 kmMid-range5.0(45)

Makeup artist · Premium · Friendly

94 per cent match — Excellent match
  • 3.4 km away in Milton
  • 21 reviews mention makeup
“I was very picky when choosing a makeup artist because it was so important to me, and I’m SO glad I chose Josleen as my makeup was absolutely perfect.”
From the reviews · mentioned by 21 reviews

The Powder Room

New Farm1.5 kmMid-range4.6(39)

Barber

92 per cent match — Excellent match
  • 1.5 km from Fortitude Valley — about a 4 minute drive
  • 8 reviews mention makeup
“The makeup was amazing, the girl done an amazing presentation of the bridesmaids an I.”
From the reviews · mentioned by 8 reviews

Brisbane Beauty Bar

Newstead733 mPremium4.4(247)

Nail salon · Friendly

91 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Makeup — $70
  • 733 m from Fortitude Valley — about a 9 minute walk
  • 6 reviews mention makeup
“Had my makeup done by Jolene for a photoshoot, absolutely slayed, professional & fun, highly recommend 😍”
From the reviews · mentioned by 6 reviews
  • Makeup $70
  • Blow-dry & styling $39

Lou Hansen Makeup Artist

Clayfield4.6 kmMid-range5.0(16)

Makeup artist · Calm

91 per cent match — Excellent match
  • 4.6 km away in Clayfield
  • 11 reviews mention makeup
“Lou is an incredibly talented make-up artist with an eye for detail.”
From the reviews · mentioned by 11 reviews

Rachael Appleyard Make Up Artist

Wooloowin4.3 kmPremium5.0(73)

Makeup artist

90 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Makeup — $30
  • 4.3 km away in Wooloowin
  • 5 reviews mention makeup
“The makeup was flawless and exceeded all my …”
From the reviews · mentioned by 5 reviews
  • Makeup $30
  • Blow-dry & styling $280

Melt Hair Makeup & Beauty

Gordon Park4.7 kmPremium5.0(278)

Beauty salon · Friendly · Beginner friendly

90 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Makeup — $110
  • 4.7 km away in Gordon Park
  • Makeup $110
  • Blow-dry & styling $55

Kate Devlin Makeup

Woolloongabba4.0 kmMid-range5.0(30)

Makeup artist · Premium

90 per cent match — Excellent match
  • 4.0 km away in Woolloongabba
  • 5 reviews mention makeup
“Kate did such an amazing job on my bridal makeup, I felt like a princess the whole day.”
From the reviews · mentioned by 5 reviews

Narce Permanent Makeup

West End3.4 kmMid-range5.0(23)

Beauty salon · Quiet · Consultation-led

89 per cent match — Excellent match
  • 3.4 km away in West End
  • 4 reviews mention makeup
“I’ve been a client of Narce Permanent Makeup for the past couple of years, and I honestly wouldn’t trust anyone else with my brows, lips, or lashes anymore.”
From the reviews · mentioned by 4 reviews

Diana Grisales Makeup

West End3.4 kmMid-range

Makeup artist

88 per cent match — Excellent match
  • 3.4 km away in West End

Bluebird Beauty Makeup

Coorparoo4.5 kmMid-range5.0(6)

Beauty salon

88 per cent match — Excellent match
  • 4.5 km away in Coorparoo
  • 5 reviews mention makeup
“Amy was incredible when doing my wedding makeup.”
From the reviews · mentioned by 5 reviews

Blussh. Studio

Cannon Hill4.9 kmPremium4.9(88)

Makeup artist

88 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Makeup — $150
  • 4.9 km away in Cannon Hill
  • 4 reviews mention makeup
“Jess R did our makeup for a photoshoot and was absolutely amazing.”
From the reviews · mentioned by 4 reviews
  • Makeup $150

MissBeauty Cosmetic

Newstead881 mPremium4.9(129)

Brow & lash studio · Beginner friendly

88 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Makeup — $499
  • 881 m from Fortitude Valley — about a 11 minute walk
  • Makeup $499

The Makeup Ladies

Toowong5.9 kmPremium5.0(54)

Makeup artist · Premium

87 per cent match — Strong match
  • Makeup — $15
  • 5.9 km away in Toowong
  • Makeup $15
  • Blow-dry & styling $130

SAMANTHA MAKEUP ARTISTRY

Morningside4.2 kmMid-range5.0(5)

Makeup artist

87 per cent match — Strong match
  • 4.2 km away in Morningside

Brush And Blush

Coorparoo5.6 kmMid-range4.9(21)

Beauty salon · High energy

86 per cent match — Strong match
  • 5.6 km away in Coorparoo
  • 9 reviews mention makeup
“I met Amber when BrushnBlush did the hair and makeup for my sisters wedding of which I was a bridesmaid.”
From the reviews · mentioned by 9 reviews

La Dame Blanche Collective

Spring Hill935 mPremium5.0(7)

Beauty salon

84 per cent match — Strong match
  • Makeup — $150
  • 935 m from Fortitude Valley — about a 12 minute walk
  • Makeup $150
  • Blow-dry & styling $70

Melly's Beauty Parlour

Newstead877 mPremium4.7(121)

Beauty salon · Friendly

83 per cent match — Strong match
  • Makeup — $19
  • 877 m from Fortitude Valley — about a 11 minute walk
  • Makeup $19
  • Blow-dry & styling $69

New Farm Beauty Room

New Farm915 mPremium

Beauty salon

83 per cent match — Strong match
  • Makeup — $85
  • 915 m from Fortitude Valley — about a 11 minute walk
  • Makeup $85

Fronis Hair Creative Hair And Distribution Agency

West End3.8 kmUpper mid-range5.0(4)

Beauty salon

82 per cent match — Strong match
  • Makeup — $130
  • 3.8 km away in West End
  • Makeup $130

Derm Atelier

Ascot4.0 kmPremium5.0(22)

Skin clinic · Relaxed · Consultation-led

82 per cent match — Strong match
  • Makeup — $160
  • 4.0 km away in Ascot
  • 2 reviews mention makeup
“I had a 70th birthday to attend down the coast and I had my makeup professionally done by Kasey.”
From the reviews · mentioned by 2 reviews
  • Makeup $160

Salon by Vogue Nationale

Newstead1.3 kmPremium4.7(163)

Hair salon

80 per cent match — Strong match
  • Makeup — $85
  • 1.3 km from Fortitude Valley — about a 4 minute drive
  • Makeup $85
  • Blow-dry & styling $30

Studio Ash Hair

Newstead1.4 kmPremium4.8(26)

Hair salon

79 per cent match — Strong match
  • Makeup — $85
  • 1.4 km from Fortitude Valley — about a 4 minute drive
  • Makeup $85
  • Blow-dry & styling $10

Great Face

Ascot4.0 kmPremium5.0(1)

Beauty salon

79 per cent match — Strong match
  • Makeup — $149
  • 4.0 km away in Ascot
  • Makeup $149

Elspa

Hamilton3.7 kmPremium5.0(30)

Beauty salon · Relaxed

79 per cent match — Strong match
  • Makeup — $95
  • 3.7 km away in Hamilton
  • Makeup $95