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Makeup By Monica

Makeup By Monica

Neshanic Station, NJ
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    Maddie S. Sent on 12/12/2023
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    Monica is the absolute best!

    Not only is Monica literally one of the nicest people I have ever met, she is AMAZING at her job. My makeup trail was incredible and Monica was so attentive to what I liked and didn’t like! As an esthetician, Monica also had recommendations for skin treatment and prep! Prior to the wedding, Monica sent a ton of information to help me and all of the girls get ready! My bridesmaids couldn’t believe how thorough she was and they were so appreciative! The day of our wedding, Monica made me feel and look beautiful! She even noticed that she didn’t like how my eye makeup was looking, took it off and redid it using different shades. It looked even better the second time using different shades. Her attention to detail is incredible. I couldn’t recommend Monica more!

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    I’m crying! WOW Maddie thank you a million times over! You made my year ❤️❤️ I couldn’t have been more honored and happy I was able to be part of your big day!!!! You are an incredible human being ❤️
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    Mo Donohue Sent on 12/08/2021
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    Monica is amazing!

    Monica is an absolute incredible makeup artist!! I had my makeup done professionally only once before, many years ago, not liking how I looked. I assumed that was what "professional makeup" was supposed to look like and forever did my own makeup when necessary. I booked Monica for the day of my wedding really for just ease so that I wouldn't have to worry about doing my own makeup. I was 2 months postpartum and had zero time for a trial. I sat down with Monica the morning of my wedding expecting to get the typical makeup done that would make me not look like myself. Well, I nearly cried it all off the minute she handed me the mirror. I never in a million years thought I would look (and feel) so beautiful. Monica took so much time making sure every color she used accented my features. She made sure to ask how comfortable I was with a blush color, eye brow shape, sheerness of a foundation, etc. and she did all of this on schedule for me and my bridesmaids. I cannot recommend Monica enough!
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    Diana Sent on 10/12/2022
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    Glam queen!

    Monica was my first vendor I booked and I was so sure even before my trial I made the best choice. I was able to have my make up done for my engagement shoot which was awesome and when I asked for glam she delivered both times! She’s fun and laid back and a seriously talented artist at what she does. She was so reassuring and made me feel comfortable. The day of my wedding my girls and the moms all told me they never felt so beautiful. And me - well I felt like a literal supermodel! My make up stayed perfect all day - including my lashes which has never happened before - EVER and by all day I mean 11am-11pm in the misting rain, tears and sweating from dancing! Monica was one of the best vendors I chose and I can’t wait to be able to get my make up done again one day by her!
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    Lauren Sent on 10/12/2022
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    Monica is the BEST

    Ok, first of all- stop looking because Monica is who you NEED and who you want for your Wedding- or just any special occasion! She’s a rockstar, she’s funny, she’s fun, she’s personable and makes the whole experience beyond amazing. Many people recommended her to me and I’m so glad she was available for my wedding. My mother, mother in law and bridesmaids all said how beautiful they felt after their make up was done. I received so many compliments and felt so gorgeous. I’m so lucky to have been referred to her and now I want to make sure everyone knows to use her. You won’t regret it. From the bottom of my heart, thank you so much, Monica!
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    Kelsey E. Sent on 10/13/2022
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    As good as it gets!

    Make up is one of the most important things when it comes to your wedding day and I know I wanted an artist that I trusted and someone who would make me feel beautiful, but also feel like myself. From my initial meeting of Monica back in 2018, to my trial in 2021 and then to my wedding in 2022, every appointment ran flawlessly and was professionally handled. Monica understood exactly what I was looking for and she killed it! I have never felt so beautiful, then on my wedding day. Monica is so easy to work with, so sweet and obviously beyond talented! It's an absolute no brainer to choose Monica for your wedding day!
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    Christina M. Sent on 10/24/2022
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    Professional, clean, prompt, friendly, skilled, real

    I first met Monica 5 years ago at my best friend’s wedding. I never felt more beautiful than when she did my makeup that day. When I tell you my makeup didn’t budge, I mean it lasted the ENTIRE night on the dance floor and after party. Fast forward to September 2022, my wedding day. The one thing I knew for certain was that I needed to contact Monica! I made no backup plans – she was it. From the day I contacted her, she was nothing but professional, sweet, kind, and attentive. She remembered me well from my friend’s wedding and she helped me feel completely at ease with this phase of planning. I had full trust in her skillset. We discussed my skin prior and she gave me some prep tips and skincare routine I could do leading up. The morning of she arrived bright and early to set up. She was calm, in control, polite, and super friendly. I had zero hesitations or doubts on her cleanliness and sterilization of supplies and tools, she prepped my skin, discussed some final details, and she executed flawlessly. My makeup was completed at sunrise and lasted till 3am the next day. My wedding was outdoors, I danced the night away, I blotted sweat on the dance floor and my makeup STILL DID NOT BUDGE. I will forever and ever recommend Monica to anyone and everyone. She has the kindest heart and amazing talent. Thank you for making me feel so confident in my skin on my big day!
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    Hollie E. Sent on 10/13/2022
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    Amazing work

    Monica is, first and foremost, so sweet and has an amazing vibe. She is a kind person and makes you feel so comfortable and does a really incredible job on your makeup. Definitely recommend!
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    Izabela C. Sent on 07/13/2022
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    A true pleasure to have Monica do our makeup for my big day! It was hot but it stayed on beautifully till late hours of the night!

    Monica’s attention to detail is exceptional! She is super nice and really knows her stuff! I highly recommend her to all of my friends and am looking forward to working with her in the future!
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    Stephanie L. Sent on 12/08/2021
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    Best makeup!!

    Monica did the makeup on my mother and I. My makeup came out just incredible!! I’ve never felt so pretty in my life! I was very particular on what I wanted especially with my lashes and she hit the nail on the head, even better than I envisioned. I also have blotchy dry problem skin and she somehow made me look like a model! I had a morning wedding so we were there at the crack of dawn. She was punctual and even got the makeup done a tiny bit earlier than expected which gave us time to make the last minute adjustments for my dress and even walk down the aisle on time. My mom also loved her makeup and raved about how fantastic it was for months after. Monica is so friendly and was such a calming presence for that morning. I wouldn’t have changed a thing about her work and I’m a perfectionist. It just blew me away!

    I had also changed my wedding date several times due to covid uncertainty, and she was very flexible.

    I’d gone to a couple other makeup artists for trials and ended up choosing Monica not only for her skill and expertise but also because she was so incredibly nice and made me feel comfortable and confident.
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    Melissa A. Sent on 02/12/2022
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    The BEST makeup artist!!!

    Where do I even begin?! Monica was is the absolute BEST choice to hire for my wedding. If I could hire her to do my makeup all the time, I would! Not only did she do an incredible job, she is the nicest person! Before the big day she sends you tips and instructions to help your skin be its best, and after she’s done she gives you a little kit to touch up during the night! She even stayed extra time to make sure my makeup was perfect- right up to getting into my dress! Her and her team were on time, professional and an absolute dream. We all received so many compliments throughout the night thanks to her. I cannot recommend Monica enough!!!
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    Danielle Sent on 07/05/2022
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    Monica is Magic

    I felt like a princess all day! Every photo of me looked flawless! Professional photos or candids by the guests all had me looking just as amazing and that's all because of Monica's amazing work.
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    Felicia Sent on 12/31/2021
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    Makeup absolutely incredible!

    She was absolutely amazing! My sister-in-law used her for her wedding back in 2017 and I was excited that she was available for my wedding. I went to her for my first makeup trial and I really liked it. She told me to let her know throughout the day how the makeup stayed on and if there are any areas I would like to change. I don’t wear a lot of makeup so I wanted to have a more natural look. I realized I didn't love fully the makeup around the eyes and she took those notes and even offered for me to come by to do a trial on just the eyes. She wanted to make sure it was perfect for my wedding day. Having someone that allows you to be open and honest about your makeup truly makes the experience better. I have seen many girls on here feel like they have to walk on eggshells if they didn't like their look. She embraces your feedback and she is not finished until you are happy! The day of my wedding I couldn’t have felt more pretty. She is so passionate about her craft and truly individualizes every girl, studies their skin tone and how the makeup lays. She listens to what you want and delivers. She even brought an extra girl to help. Everyone's makeup stayed on all night and the girls raved about how great she did. She is seriously the sweetest too. If you're looking for someone for makeup, she is the one to call!
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    Chelsie B. Sent on 11/01/2021
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    Highly recommend this sweet and talented makeup artist!

    Monica is a very skilled and personable makeup artist. I had the most pleasant experience with her, during both the trial and the day of my wedding. My bridesmaids and I received great compliments throughout the night--my makeup lasted from around 1pm until I washed it off after midnight. Highly recommend!!! Will be working with her again for my future makeup needs whenever possible.
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    Eileen R. Sent on 12/10/2021
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    Best Makeup artist ever

    Monica was so amazing!! I found Monica thanks to the recommendation of another bride at my venue after having two terrible trials with another makeup artist. My trial with Monica was amazing, she listened to everything I wanted and she exceeded my expectations! Monica is a true gem, her technique is flawless and I have never looked better than I did on my wedding day, she also did my mom and my sisters makeup and they looked amazing as well. I am so happy I found her and I recommend that everyone use her for their wedding day makeup!
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    Enea B. Sent on 10/02/2021
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    Brotzman-Yard Wedding 09/26/21

    Monica is beyond amazing! Her skills are perfection and she is so incredibly talented. Monica knows exactly what to do and she is a person that you instantly trust when you meet her. She is knowledgeable, talented, smart, and so much fun to be around. Monica makes the entire process comfortable, fun, and talks things out with you. After meeting Monica, I felt like I had a friend doing my makeup for my wedding because she is just truly one of a kind. Don't hesitate to book this incredibly talented woman! Thank you Monica for everything you did for us! My mother, mother-in-law, bridal party, and myself are so incredibly grateful for you!
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    Alex Sent on 12/09/2021
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    Amazing, kind, well done!

    Not only is Monica the sweetest, she's patient, listens to you about what you want/dont want, she works with you, she's kind and she makes you feel special during the trial and even more special on the big day! I was super happy with my finished look and so were all my bridesmaids. She was recommended to me by a friend and now I recommend her to anyone that needs makeup done. Will be using her for upcoming events!
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    Kyrsten C. Sent on 08/30/2021
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    100% recommend!!

    Monica was absolutely incredible and I would 100% recommend her for your wedding day!! She put so much time and care into my bridal makeup, and I couldn't have been happier with it! My skin is super dry, so she spent a lot of time during the makeup trial finding just the right products and made sure everything was perfect on the big day. My makeup lasted all day (even in the heat of an outdoor, summer wedding) and still looked great at the end of the night. Monica is super sweet, responsive, and an absolute pleasure to work with. She also did the makeup for my mother and one bridesmaid, and they both looked fantastic as well!
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    Laura Sent on 09/28/2021
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    Unlike any other!

    I hired a make up artist but instead, I got a friend and someone who made me feel so calm, beautiful, and appreciated. Monica is the most genuine person I have ever met. She listens to exactly what you want, and will be honest to make you look your absolute best. Not only that, she keeps the atmosphere fun and light hearted. I trust Monica 100000% doing my make up and I could not recommend her enough. I reach out to her for every event I have that I need my make up done for. She is INCREDIBLE!
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    Natalie Sent on 08/10/2021
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    Amazing experience and would 10000% recommend!

    Monica and her team are the absolute best! Her professionalism, personality and honest help was amazing on my sisters wedding day! She did the most perfect job on my makeup and I felt confident and truly beautiful that day! Monica even took the time to give me advice on coloring in mt eyebrows and even sent me pictures products of products she suggested to my Instagram! A true sweetheart! I cannot wait to work with Monica again. I 100000% recommend her and her team, you won’t be disappointed.
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    Jackie F. Sent on 08/20/2021
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    Monica is absolutely amazing

    Monica was absolutely amazing. She’s beyond sweet and great to work with. My makeup was absolutely perfected and lasted the entire night. I highly recommend her! ❤️
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    Lindsay N. Sent on 12/05/2021
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    The best and sweetest makeup artist!

    Booking Monica was one of the best decisions I made while wedding planning. I felt so beautiful on my wedding day thanks to her! I wanted to look glamorous but still like myself and she truly made that happen. I loved how my makeup and lashes looked on my wedding day, and I also loved how it felt! When Monica does your makeup it never feels heavy or caked on. My wedding day was humid and it rained off and on and my makeup still stayed so perfectly throughout such a long day!

    Monica is also so organized and will help you schedule your getting ready timeline. I had nine bridesmaids plus the mothers of the bride and groom that needed makeup done and everything ran so smooth that morning. Everyone also LOVED their makeup! 

    I also can't say enough about how incredible Monica was to work with when we decided to postpone our 2020 wedding due to Covid. It was a very stressful time for everyone and yet she was unbelievably understanding, responsive, and accommodating when we picked a new date. I can't recommend booking Monica for your wedding day enough!!! She is so talented, one of the sweetest people I've ever met, and truly the BEST! 
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    Allison M. Sent on 08/16/2023
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    Monica to the rescue!

    I reached out to Monica as a VERY last minute "bride in a jam" during the fun covid times, as my make up artist got sick last minute and was no help offering or finding a replacement. Monica was available and was wonderful! She actually came to the rescue on her one weekend off, and friends of mine who are in the industry told me I lucked out b/c she is one of the best in the area and business as a while! Truth be told, I was SO much happier with her work than my original makeup artist, and the rave reviews from my family and guests kept coming in. She pad such great attention to my makeup and details as well as my bridal party's. I can't say enough about what a wonderful experience it was working with Monica on the days leading up to and the day of our wedding - her work is AMAZING and I can't thank her enough for getting this bride out of a makeup jam!

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    I know I responded personally through text but felt the need to respond here as well. I couldn’t have been happier that you found me and we connected right away! So happy I was available and everything turned out great for you! Thank you for having trusted me on such an important day. I’ll be forever grateful to you and for this amazing review. ❤️
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    Melissa Sent on 06/23/2019
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    Amazing work - even better personality!!

    I absolutely LOVED working with Monica. Her attention to detail is bar none. She really highlighted each girl’s features in a beautiful, natural way and had us laughing the whole way. She totally understood my vision and made it even better with her expertise in make up and skincare. Don’t consider anyone else, she will blow you away with her talent and amazing personality- just the perfect combination of calm, fun and attention to detail that you need for your big day. I will definitely use her again for other events and friends’ weddings because she’s incredible to work with.
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    Jessica Sent on 11/06/2018
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    Gorgeous Makeup Services from a Heart of Gold!

    Monica made me a believer, that it is money well spent to have a true professional on your team for makeup on your wedding day. I admit, I had a trial with someone else who was very affordable and I went running to Monica – I was so unhappy with the trial with the other MUA. Monica is truly the best!!! She spends so much time learning about your skin and how it reacts to different makeup, building a natural look and base that photographs beautifully and lasted all day and all night for the wedding event. She did makeup for my bridesmaids and my mom. One of my bridesmaids has very dark circles under her eyes, and Monica did her makeup… finished.. wasn’t happy with how it was laying – and redid it and nailed it perfectly– just a testament to going above and beyond to making sure that all of her clients look and feel their best! She also make sure she knew our schedule and everyone was finished with plenty of time to be relaxed before the photographer arrived. She arrived early for all of her set-up, did touch-ups for everyone, and was a complete pleasure and delight to work with. Look no further for an exceptional makeup artist, with a heart of gold, then Monica for all of your makeup and special event needs. I have never felt more beautiful than when Monica did my makeup.
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    Gabrielle Sent on 12/07/2018
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    Monica is amazing!

    All I can say about Monica is...WOW! I booked her for me and my mother in law’s makeup and she was just so wonderful! She was so professional and so much fun to be around.

    Not to mention she really helped me relax, and really helped me feel at ease the day of the wedding. With all the chaos on the day of the wedding, the last thing you want is a vendor who is going to stress you out with their own timeline. Monica was so laid back, not to mention she does the best work in the business!!!

    Her work speaks for itself! I’m so glad she was part of my special day. I couldn’t picture having anyone else do my makeup. ❤️
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