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About
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 126 times
Serves Hayward, CA
Background checked
1 employee
20 years in business
Business hours
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Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.
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2025
2024
Services offered
Event type
Wedding
Prom / formal
Birthday party
Photo shoot
Additional services
Day-of or night-of touch ups
Pre-event hair trial
Work location
My customers travel to me
I travel to my customers
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and responsiveness.
Exceptional 5.0
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Diana T.
Aug 11, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Denise is talented enough to do both hair and make up so that’s already worth a 5 star review! On top of that she was extremely great at communicating throughout the process, she arrived on time and had me ready early! I loved my hair and makeup, she works wonders! I got lots of compliments throughout the night. Thank you Denise!
Details: Theatrical production • 1 person • Hair extensions • My home, venue, etc.
Wedding and Event Hair Styling
Maria p.
May 25, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Omg Denise is awesome! She did my hair exactly how I requested Hollywood style ✨ She did an amazing job, her prices are reasonable, and she was super fast ♥️❤️ I highly recommend her💕 thanks girl Will definitely call you back. 😊
Details: Photo shoot • 1 person • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.
Wedding and Event Hair Styling
Rachel W.
May 29, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
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
Kaitlyn M.
May 19, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
She did an amazing job on my hair and makeup for my engagement photos! She was incredibly kind, listened to exactly what I wanted, and made me feel so beautiful for my pictures. I couldn’t recommend her more highly!
Details: Photo shoot • 1 person • My home, venue, etc.
Wedding and Event Hair Styling
Juli G.
May 13, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Denise took the time to ask the right questions about the look I wanted. She did an outstanding job blending a custom foundation tone, creating contour and giving me beautiful eyes without looking overly made up. I showed up for my daytime event looking my best and feeling really happy and confident. Thanks, Denise!
Details: Special occasion • 1 person • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.
Wedding and Event Hair Styling
Credentials
Background Check
Denise Velasquez
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
My pricing is based on my level of artistry and experience. I also use all high end makeup like Chanel , Dior, M.A.C, Armani, hourglass charlotte tilbury and many more. Having an artist come to your location is a luxury experience and you have the peace of mind knowing you will be happy with your results.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I ask for pictures inspo pictures so I can have a better idea of what the client is looking for.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I’ve been an artist for 16 years and worked for MAC for 10 years and Dior 1 year. I have been certified by MAC for all types of training including highlight and contouring. There are so many other like tattoo and pigmentation cover up. The list goes on. Working at MAC you do makeup for every skin shade, eye shape and ethnicity everyday! The amount of experience I have is endless.
