- Makeup — $170
- 1.3 km from Southbank — about a 4 minute drive
- 17 reviews mention makeup
“Make up was beautiful and so skilled.”
- Makeup $170
4 of the 30 makeup artists here are in Southbank itself, with the rest a short trip away, most start between $30 and $160, and all of them are appointment-only. The area is strongest on bridal.
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For events and weddings, longevity and how it photographs matter more than how it looks in the chair.
Read the full guide to makeup artists in Melbourne for pricing, timing and what to ask before you book.
Ordered by how well each one fits a typical makeup artist request here — not by advertising spend, and not purely by rating.
Searching from Southbank
“Make up was beautiful and so skilled.”
“I had her do my bridal makeup for my wedding in January and was so so happy with her work.”
South Melbourne828 mMid-range4.8(50)
Hair salon · Friendly · Consultation-led
“Absolutely amazing makeup artist and an awesome person too”
Melbourne1.6 kmPremium4.8(193)
Makeup artist · Friendly
“Marina was incredible and did a beautiful job on my glam makeup, very professional and skilled.”
“The makeup lessons with her are hands-on, personalised and enjoyable.”
“I am not used to, but Karen made sure my make up was simple and beautiful at the same time.”
“Absolutely incredible makeup!”
“She is so talented and professional, and my makeup looked absolutely beautiful.”
South Yarra3.1 kmPremium5.0(36)
Makeup artist · Consultation-led
“I would recommend Anna without hesitation to anyone looking for a talented, professional and genuinely lovely makeup artist 🤩”
“I absolutely loved working with Katerina from Marikate makeup.”
“We couldn't have asked for a better hair and makeup team than Monique De Vercelli and Alana for our wedding.”
“Jess did my make up trial for my upcoming wedding and I LOVED IT!”
“I visited Iris Wieselmann, a wonderful makeup artist based in South Yarra, in May 2026 before my boudoir shoot with Adarling Boudoir Studios.”
“I have known Phoebe for years, and she did my makeup for my 21st (which I loved!).”
“My wife went there and the work is impeccable, long lasting makeup and overall wonderful service.”
Melbourne4.8 kmMid-range5.0(34)
Makeup artist · Friendly · In & out
“She did my daughter’s hair and makeup for her special event and was absolutely amazing from start to finish.”
“Luckily i received the very best hair and makeup stylist.”
“Doing this course really excels your skills and professionalism in the makeup industry.”
“Could not have asked for better make-up.”
“Will definitely going back to Jenny House Hair and Makeup”