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Makeup artists in Surfers Paradise

7 of the 30 makeup artists here are in Surfers Paradise itself, with the rest a short trip away, most start between $45 and $100, 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 Surfers Paradise, at a glance

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

Most start between
$45–$100
Open past 7pm
10 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 Gold Coast for pricing, timing and what to ask before you book.

30 places in and around Surfers Paradise

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

Melanie Jane Makeup Artist

Surfers Paradise887 mMid-range5.0(45)

Makeup artist · Relaxed · Calm

98 per cent match — Excellent match
  • In Surfers Paradise
  • 15 reviews mention makeup
“Don’t look any further, Melanie Jane is the make up artist for you!!”
From the reviews · mentioned by 15 reviews

Makeup by Mely

Surfers Paradise1.5 kmPremium5.0(32)

Makeup artist · Friendly · In & out

98 per cent match — Excellent match
  • Makeup — $40
  • In Surfers Paradise
  • 21 reviews mention makeup
“I dont wear makeup and was really nervous but Mel was an absolute angel and talked me through the whole experience.”
From the reviews · mentioned by 21 reviews
  • Makeup $40
  • Blow-dry & styling $75

Tamika Draper Hair and Makeup

Main Beach2.0 kmMid-range5.0(115)

Makeup artist · Relaxed · Calm

97 per cent match — Excellent match
  • 2.0 km from Surfers Paradise — about a 5 minute drive
  • 21 reviews mention makeup
“My hair looked amazing, and my makeup was natural, polished and absolutely perfect.”
From the reviews · mentioned by 21 reviews

Audrey Byron Makeup

Southport2.8 kmMid-range5.0(80)

Makeup artist · Friendly · Relaxed

95 per cent match — Excellent match
  • 2.8 km from Surfers Paradise — about a 7 minute drive
  • 16 reviews mention makeup
“She did a great job on both makeup and hairstyle.”
From the reviews · mentioned by 16 reviews

Makeup Artist Angela

Broadbeach4.0 kmMid-range5.0(103)

Makeup artist · Beginner friendly · Consultation-led

93 per cent match — Excellent match
  • 4.0 km away in Broadbeach
  • 25 reviews mention makeup
“Super happy with my bridesmaid makeup and I got heaps of compliments.”
From the reviews · mentioned by 25 reviews

Makeup artist in Gold Coast & Brisbane- Jainica

Southport3.7 kmMid-range5.0(7)

Makeup artist · In & out

90 per cent match — Excellent match
  • 3.7 km away in Southport
  • 7 reviews mention makeup
“I had my hair and make up done for a photoshoot, which was up in Brisbane at 8am!!”
From the reviews · mentioned by 7 reviews

Amey Hair & Makeup Artist

Broadbeach3.8 kmMid-range4.9(24)

Beauty salon · Friendly

89 per cent match — Excellent match
  • 3.8 km away in Broadbeach
  • 8 reviews mention makeup
“My make up was not the greatest but it was not awful.”
From the reviews · mentioned by 8 reviews

Lucia Face Art Makeup & Eyebrow Tattoo Gold Coast

Molendinar5.5 kmMid-range5.0(322)

Beauty salon · Relaxed

89 per cent match — Excellent match
  • 5.5 km away in Molendinar
  • 7 reviews mention makeup
“perfect service i was treated amazing and the makeup turned out INCREDIBLE!”
From the reviews · mentioned by 7 reviews

Kristy Jaric Bridal Hairstylist

Bundall1.8 kmMid-range5.0(23)

Beauty salon · In & out · Relaxed

81 per cent match — Strong match
  • 1.8 km from Surfers Paradise — about a 4 minute drive

Maiden Belle Makeup And Design Studio

Southport2.9 kmMid-range

Beauty salon

80 per cent match — Strong match
  • 2.9 km from Surfers Paradise — about a 7 minute drive

RY Salon

Bundall2.3 kmMid-range4.2(51)

Hair salon · Friendly

80 per cent match — Strong match
  • Makeup — $59
  • 2.3 km from Surfers Paradise — about a 5 minute drive
  • 2 reviews mention makeup
“I had my makeup done by Caitlan and absolutely loved it.”
From the reviews · mentioned by 2 reviews
  • Makeup $59
  • Blow-dry & styling $60

Benefit Cosmetics BrowBar

Broadbeach Waters4.5 kmUpper mid-range5.0(719)

Brow & lash studio · Friendly

80 per cent match — Strong match
  • Makeup — $120
  • 4.5 km away in Broadbeach Waters
  • Makeup $120

Beauty on Queen

Ashmore4.8 kmPremium5.0(121)

Beauty salon · Friendly · Relaxed

79 per cent match — Strong match
  • Makeup — $145
  • 4.8 km away in Ashmore
  • Makeup $145

Navarna Hair & Beauty Collective

Broadbeach3.8 kmPremium4.7(333)

Beauty salon · Friendly

77 per cent match — Strong match
  • Makeup — $205
  • 3.8 km away in Broadbeach
  • Makeup $205
  • Blow-dry & styling $60

BodyCure: Massage, Reflexology & Natural Therapy

Southport3.4 kmUpper mid-range4.8(96)

Massage clinic · Youthful · Relaxed

74 per cent match — Strong match
  • Makeup — $120
  • 3.4 km away in Southport
  • Makeup $120
  • Blow-dry & styling $20

ALYXA HAIR & BEAUTY

Southport3.7 kmPremium4.4(50)

Hair salon · Friendly

71 per cent match — Good match
  • Makeup — $110
  • 3.7 km away in Southport
  • Makeup $110
  • Blow-dry & styling $45

Bella Pelle Body Clinic

Mermaid Beach6.0 kmUpper mid-range5.0(1)

Hair salon

69 per cent match — Good match
  • Makeup — $100
  • 6.0 km away in Mermaid Beach
  • Makeup $100

Instyle Face Artistry by Taylor

Surfers Paradise754 mMid-range5.0(36)

Makeup artist · Friendly · Beginner friendly

68 per cent match — Good match
  • In Surfers Paradise

Inspire Skin Body & Makeup

Mermaid Beach5.6 kmMid-range

Hair salon

68 per cent match — Good match
  • 5.6 km away in Mermaid Beach

Beyond Beauty International

Surfers Paradise1.7 kmMid-range4.9(58)

Beauty salon · Friendly · Consultation-led

62 per cent match — Good match
  • In Surfers Paradise
  • 2 reviews mention makeup
“I can honestly say that this procedure has saved me time every single day (not having to apply makeup).”
From the reviews · mentioned by 2 reviews

Cosmetic Enhancements

Surfers Paradise1.6 kmMid-range5.0(7)

Skin clinic

61 per cent match — Good match
  • In Surfers Paradise
  • 5 reviews mention makeup
“I love them so much and feel so good without any makeup on!”
From the reviews · mentioned by 5 reviews

DB Tanning

Broadbeach Waters4.8 kmMid-range

Makeup artist

60 per cent match — Good match
  • 4.8 km away in Broadbeach Waters

Garbo & Kelly Brows & Beauty

Broadbeach4.4 kmMid-range4.9(516)

Beauty salon · Friendly

59 per cent match — Good match
  • 4.4 km away in Broadbeach
  • Reviews are split on makeup

Evarel hair club

Southport2.5 kmMid-range5.0(14)

Beauty salon

59 per cent match — Good match
  • 2.5 km from Surfers Paradise — about a 6 minute drive

JAC FX

Labrador5.3 kmMid-range

Makeup artist

59 per cent match — Good match
  • 5.3 km away in Labrador

Mobile Barber Shop Depot

Bundall1.5 kmMid-range5.0(442)

Barber · Relaxed · Friendly

57 per cent match — Worth considering
  • 1.5 km from Surfers Paradise — about a 4 minute drive

Adorn Creative

Southport1.5 kmPremium5.0(60)

Hair salon · Friendly · Consultation-led

55 per cent match — Worth considering
  • 1.5 km from Surfers Paradise — about a 4 minute drive
  • Blow-dry & styling $65

Mow Hair - Best Hairdresser in Gold Coast

Surfers Paradise1.7 kmPremium4.9(549)

Hair salon · Consultation-led

55 per cent match — Worth considering
  • In Surfers Paradise
  • Blow-dry & styling $65

Hair La Natural Chevron Island

Chevron Island330 mPremium4.8(334)

Hair salon · Friendly

55 per cent match — Worth considering
  • 330 m from Surfers Paradise — about a 4 minute walk
  • Blow-dry & styling $56.95