Vannessa Olivares

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Introduction: Hello gorgeous! My name is Vannessa and I’ve been a licensed esthetician in the beauty industry for over 6 years now. My love for makeup led me to a job at Sephora where I have been doing makeup, facials, and waxing for the last 5 years or so! I’ve always loved making people feel and look their absolute best! I also teach makeup lessons, giving you the right tools and techniques to successfully create these looks on your own at home! Some background on me: I have also been lucky enough to have worked on sets for small film projects, work makeup booths for school dance events, and been the makeup artist for many wedding days and event nights! It brings me much joy to be able to get to be a part of these special days and make you look and feel just as special!

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Hired 1 time

Serves Oakland, CA

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7 years in business

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This pro accepts payments via Cash, Venmo, and Zelle.

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Ornit s.

Dec 16, 2023

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Vannessa is great makeup artist , professional and friendly. Vannessa did a makeup lesson for my daughter and her friends for her 16th birthday party, she made them look and feel amazing on a very special day. Thank you 🙏🏻

Details: Beginner • Makeup only • Fashion makeup • The makeup artistry instructor travels to me

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Rachael R.

Dec 21, 2023

Vanessa is the best makeup artist I have ever been to!! Whether I have brought in an inspo pic, or she freestyles, I LOVE how my makeup turns out every time. I still always end up looking like "me" when she's done. She addresses my skin concerns first (combination/oily) and always picks makeup that will last me from morning, through night which has always been impossible with my oily skin. I'm 35 and biracial, and she always does a great job color matching me and making my skin look young. I've gone to her for more drastic halloween makeup, Wedding makeup, Holiday party makeup, and for formal events / work galas. I always get tons of compliments. My sister and coworker have both gone to her after seeing her finished makeup on me. And next my bestie is going to her for her Wedding trial makeup. Vanessa is the best!

Shirley O.

Oct 30, 2023

Vannessa’s was incredible. I needed a makeup artist for my wedding and had done research and trials with other artists. Vannessa showed immediately that she had the experience and knowledge not only from her vast experience with colors and techniques but also with her knowledge around older skin types. She listened to the information and my experience and challenges with my own skin and makeup application challenges and she immediately used that information to pull from her vast experience and helped make me look like a beautiful and happy bride while at the same time gave me many tips and tricks on how to apply my own makeup. She was incredible. I would not hesitate to hire Vannessa for any event!

Julia F.

Jul 7, 2023

I had the pleasure of working with Vanessa on two different accounts. I found her at her job just needing something cute for an occasion and then fell in love with how she delivered and had to hire her for my wedding! She serviced myself, my mother-in-law and 2 of my bridesmaids. She had so many options, delivered the inspo photos provided but also able to ad her own touches. Her suggestions were extremely helpful. She worked fast, flawless and under time pressure. We had to pause on everyone’s makeup and move to the venue site to finish which she was more than willing/flexible with. She also was on time and willing to stay until the job was done however long it took. But she is a fast worker so she managed all 4 of us very efficiently. We are a wild bunch as well and she fit right into our vibe in a professional way of-course. She handled our dancing and distractions without judgement or showing she was under stress from the time crunch. The makeup itself though came out gorgeous on everyone especially myself (the bride)! Would definitely work with her a million times over again!

Vannessa Olivares's reply

Julia! You are always such good vibes and thank you to you and yours for making me so at home! Absolutely loved working with you all and I'm so glad you all loved your makeup and everything turned out beautifully!

Daniela L.

Jun 15, 2023

I’ve never got my makeup done before and I don’t know much about it, but Vanessa was extremely helpful. Even after having no reference photos Vanessa was able to capture exactly what I wanted. She is an amazing makeup artist and I loved every look that she’s done on me!

Vannessa Olivares's reply

Thank you Daniela :)

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I am currently working on expanding my portfolio so I am offering discounted rates on my services in exchange for photos of my work to add to my portfolio
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I always like to make sure I'm the right fit for your needs, but rest assured I can take any challenge brought to me and will try to meet and exceed your expectations
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I'm a licensed esthetician for 6 years now and have worked at Sephora as a makeup artist/licensed beauty advisor for a total of 5 years now

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