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Beauty by Denise

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Hello my name is Denise! I have been a makeup artist for 15 years. I worked as an artist for M.A.C Cosmetics for 12 years and 1 year with Dior beauty. I specialize in luxury bridal makeup and my years of experience has taught me to work with every skin tone, face shape and eye shape. I am also a traveling artist that’s does hair and provides white glove service so I make things as convenient and stress free as possible. I do all types of occasions from bridal to just a night out where you want to look and feel beautiful. I am also an educator and love teaching others how to do their own makeup!
Overview

Current Top Pro

Hired 119 times

Serves Hayward, CA

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1 employee

20 years in business

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This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.

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2025

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2024

Services offered
Event type

Wedding

Prom / formal

Birthday party

Photo shoot

Makeup type

Standard (brushes, sponges, etc.)

Airbrushed makeup (spray tool)

Additional services required

False lashes

Tattoo or scar covering

Day-of or night-of touch ups

Pre-event makeup trial

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Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and responsiveness.

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Nancy A.

2 weeks ago

Hired on Thumbtack

I can't say enough good things about Denise! She did makeup for a group of us (college best friends) for a wedding, and she was an absolute dream to work with. She made us feel so comfortable from the moment she walked in—it felt like chatting with an old friend while getting ready. On top of her amazing personality, her talent speaks for itself. Our makeup looked SO GOOD and didn't budge all night! She handled different styles effortlessly, giving two of us full glam and another soft glam, and every single look turned out stunning. I was so impressed with the whole experience that I’m honestly considering hiring her for my own upcoming wedding. If you're looking for an incredibly talented, easygoing makeup artist, hire Denise!

Details: Special occasion • 26 - 44 years old • Standard (brushes, sponges, etc.) • False lashes • 3 people • My home, venue, etc.

Wedding and Event Makeup
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Jasmin G.

Jun 28, 2026

Hired on Thumbtack

I had an amazing experience with Denise. She is friendly, and made me feel comfortable from start to finish. She listened carefully to what I wanted and created a look that was even better than I imagined. The makeup looked flawless, lasted all day, and photographed beautifully. I received so many compliments! I highly recommend them to anyone looking for high-quality makeup services, and I can't wait to book again.

Details: Wedding • 26 - 44 years old • Standard (brushes, sponges, etc.) • Pre-event makeup trial • 1 person • My home, venue, etc.

Wedding and Event Makeup
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Dorene w.

May 18, 2026

Hired on Thumbtack

If I could write just a one-word review for Denise, it would be - spectacular. From the get go, she was super responsive and provided so much patience as I asked a multitude of questions. I enjoyed our session so much because she was able to assist me with elevating my current makeup routine with her tips and tricks. She is super patient and encouraging - I had a looooot of questions during the session, and she is incredibly knowledgeable in her craft. I’d come back to Denise again and recommend her to anyone looking to learn how to do makeup or have their makeup done for an event!

Details: Beginner • Makeup only • Bridal makeup • I travel to the makeup artistry instructor • The makeup artistry instructor travels to me

Makeup Artistry Lessons
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Chelsea D.

Apr 24, 2026

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Definitely recommend! Denise did such an amazing job on my makeup , that it lasted all night. I had some idea as to how I wanted to look for my wedding , but she was able to guide me into finding a look that met my needs. Denise also did my hair and when I say it was beautiful , it really was! I will reach out to her again in the future , 5/5.

Details: Wedding • 1 person • Hair extensions • Pre-event hair trial • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

Wedding and Event Hair Styling
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Rachel W.

May 29, 2026

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Denise was amazing! I booked her to do my hair and makeup for a formal wedding I was attending and she was super responsive and flexible. She gave me the look I was wanting and even came to my hotel. She matched my energy and did a phenomenal quality job. I got a ton of compliments on my hair and makeup. 10/10 recommend! Thank you Denise!

Details: Special occasion • 1 person • Accent clips • My home, venue, etc. • At the pro’s location

Wedding and Event Hair Styling
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Denise Velasquez

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