Pretty Special Effects

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I take professionalism very seriously and you can rely on me to be organized, punctual and hygienic in my practices. Beyond doing a good job I also like making people happy. I hope I get the opportunity to work for you!

Overview

Hired 57 times

Serves New Orleans, LA

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1 employee

11 years in business

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

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Special occasion

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Day-of or night-of touch ups

Pre-event hair trial

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I travel to my customers

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

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Carol O.

Oct 21, 2025

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Melissa was awesome - top rate! Would give her an 11 out of 10! She and her assistant, Bri, did an amazing job with makeup and hair (from a six year old flower girl to mother and aunts of the groom and 3 others in between) Her communication beforehand was thorough and her punctuality and timing was spot on during her services. Everyone loved their hair and makeup and if there is ever another special in New Orleans we will be calling her again! Thank you Melissa!!

Details: Wedding • 45 - 64 years old • 65 or older • I'm flexible • 4 people • My home, venue, etc.

Wedding and Event Makeup

Rebecca B.

Dec 23, 2024

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Details: Wedding • 26 - 44 years old • 65 or older • I'm flexible • 2 people • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

Wedding and Event Makeup

Hallie C.

Jun 15, 2024

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Melissa did an amazing job on my bridal makeup and hair. She matched my inspo pictures exactly and accomodated all my requests. She even stayed at the location and touched up my makeup and my bridesmaids makeups for the photo shoot. HIGHLY RECCOMEND HER!

Details: Wedding • 26 - 44 years old • I'm flexible • False lashes • Pre-event makeup trial • 3 people • My home, venue, etc.

Wedding and Event Makeup

Frankie C.

Nov 1, 2020

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Melissa was WONDERFUL. She was a joy to have come over and do my hair and makeup. Not only is she a very talented lady, but the hair and makeup she did for me made it through taking wedding portraits in the middle of a Tropical Storm. Even after 3 hours in wind, rain and mud, I still felt and looked beautiful!! She was even better with my mother, who has Parkinson’s and required some extra care in order to have her makeup done.

Make the best decision you could and HIRE HER!!

Thank you Melissa!!

Details: Wedding • 26 - 44 years old • Airbrushed makeup (spray tool) • 1 person • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

Wedding and Event Makeup

Brenda W.

Jul 2, 2024

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Melissa is quick to respond and accommodate. She was also very punctual. I was very happy with my makeup, which was very light and natural looking per my request.

Details: Photo shoot • 45 - 64 years old • Standard (brushes, sponges, etc.) • 1 person • My home, venue, etc.

Wedding and Event Makeup

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Melissa Mcchesney

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What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I went to school for Special Effects Makeup and continue my education with training seminars and classes.
What types of customers have you worked with?
Face-paint and beauty makeup. I also do commission artwork.

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