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    Ashley D. Sent on 11/05/2021
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    Wow! What an amazing job!

    I believe the lady that did my make up was Dorys. She did an amazing job!! I couldn’t have been happier with my look! She followed exactly what I wanted and did an incredible job recreating what I imagined! Would recommend her to everyone!

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    Awee thank you so much Ashley, it was such a pleasure to work with you and to be part of such special moment in your life. ALOHA and happy honeymooning! Dorys
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    Maleana did a fabulous job with the hair and makeup for the bride and bridal party. The airbrush make-up was natural yet glamorous and lasted all day/evening. Our timeline shifted earlier and we were initially concerned that all the ladies would not get done in time for the first look and photos. Dorys ended up sending in a third make-up artist so that we could meet our timeline. When she did not feel well that morning, Dorys found an experienced substitute who she instructed to take exclusive care of the bride. We were very satisfied with the quality of services. All make-up artists were courteous, timely, professional, and prepared. They brought all of their hair and make-up equipment and supplies to the hotel room. Mahalo Maleana! We would highly recommend them for weddings and other special occasions!
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    Jennie Sent on 01/24/2015
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    THANK YOU DORYS for making me look and feel like bridal barbie for my wedding!

    she was on time, pleasant and professional. i told her what i liked, and she ran with it... made me look like a star!

    i'm a long distance bride so it was hard to really hash things out beforehand, but she made it work!

    i did a trial run with her a few months before my wedding at her studio in kaimuki.... it was awesome! i asked her to do a tattoo coverup, which went really well, but after awhile i decided not to go with that.

    anyways she made me look like a total natural diva - and the photos came out fabulous! she helped me with me clip-on extensions on the wedding day, and her super chill vibe kept me from tripping too hard. my hair and makeup miraculously held up through my proliferous sweating due to the pre-hurricane humidity.... and everything even held up through the rain later in the day! unbelieveably, my makeup STILL looked awesome the next day, even the fake eyelashes!!

    Dorys is a sweet, beautiful soul, with a natural gift to bring out the best in you. everyone said how naturally beautiful i looked, glowing!

    THANK YOU DORYS!!
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    Pamela Sent on 07/20/2014
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    We were very pleased with how our hair and makeup turned out for everyone! My hair and makeup were perfect - I couldn't have been happier with it!! All the girls liked their hair and makeup, too, although of course, I wish Dorys could have done everyone's because she is the best!! But the other two ladies who helped us that morning were spectacular and very warm and friendly, too. We were very happy!
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    Miyabi Sent on 03/12/2014
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    I loved how Dorys listened and made sure all my needs were met. Dorys' easy going personality will make you feel at ease so it's easier for you to address what you want (in my case, I'm very particular about my eye makeup). I was also surprised to find how quick Dorys and her assistant, Mary worked but it didn't compromise on the results. In 4 short hours, Dorys and Mary completed 8 girls' makeup and hair and everyone looked gorgeous! I have to be honest, I was expecting to go over the time at first! Most of all, Dorys made me look and feel like a princess on my wedding day. She is one of the best makeup artists I have met - and I've worked in the cosmetics industry for 5 years now!
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    Stephanie Sent on 08/08/2013
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    I am so glad I went with Maleana Cosmetics for hair and makeup for myself and my bridal party. I had originally booked another company and had a trial with them. And while there was nothing wrong with the trial I just felt like something was off. So I cancelled them and luckily Dorys was still available. I had an opportunity to have a trial with Dorys while I was in town planning (destination bride) and felt so happy I made the switch. She and two more stylists came to our hotel to do hair and makeup for me and 9 people in my bridal party. They were all fantastic. They were easy to work with, they listened to what my girls wanted and were able to create the look they were going for and they made all of us look naturally beautiful, did not feel like we had makeup caked on. I had my hair in a low bun like design with a flower on the side and it stayed put all night long, as did my makeup! Dorys is a true professional who listens to what you want and can make you look like the best version of you.
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    I was very lucky to have had the pleasure having owner Dorys to be my make up artist. She was absolutely wonderful. We did everything via email and I absolutely had no problems with anything. She was very prompt and very professional. I was very happy with the way my makeup looked and she also gave me some makeup tips here and there. I had never had airbrush makeup done before and I thought it was amazing. It rained on my wedding day and we took our pictures out on Waikiki Beach with drizzles during our cocktail hour and my makeup stayed on for the entire reception. I woud definitely recommend and if have the chance, do business with Dorys once again.
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    Stacy Sent on 06/21/2013
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    Dorys and her team from Maleana did an amazing job providing hair and make-up for my bridesmaids, mother of the groom, and myself. I felt like the most beautiful bride that day. We made a few adjustments after my trial and Dorys got it exactly the way I wanted on the day of the wedding. I didn't want to look too made up but wanted enought for photos. Dorys did exactly that. All the bridesmaids also looked so amazing. Dorys and her team was professional and on time. I highly recommend Dorys and her team to all brides who want to look beautiful on their wedding day.
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    Jennifer Sent on 06/16/2013
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    My experience with Maleana was absolutely amazing! My stylist was so attentive to every detail, and she wasn’t satisfied until I was 100% satisfied. The make-up and hair for all of my bridesmaids as well as my mom were cohesive but still individualized. It turned out better than I could have imagined!! Much Mahalo to Dorys and her Maleana team!!
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    Christy Sent on 04/29/2013
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    I'm extremely glad that I had Maleana Cosmetics do hair and makeup for my wedding! Dorys is awesome, and I enjoyed meeting with her for a trial run a few months before the wedding so I had no worries about the styling, even when I decided at the last minute to wear a veil after all. She had 2 other stylists come out to the hotel with her to do hair and makeup for all 15 of us, and kept us all on time during the getting ready process. The airbrushed makeup stood up to the Hawaiian humidity (and some rain!) and my smokey eyes looked fantastic into the wee hours of the morning. If anyone's on the fence about having a stylist for their wedding day, I say definitely do it, and use Maleana!
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    Claire Sent on 02/17/2013
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    Dorys from Maleana Cosmetics was wonderful. I can honestly say she was able to create exactly the look I was hoping for (and I only had a magazine photograph that was close but not perfect!). She was efficient and entirely friendly. I was doubly impressed since after she found out we were actually doing our photo shoot in two sessions, 4 hours apart, she offered to come to our venue to do touch-ups. This was completely above and beyond what we had booked her for, and she really made our day special. (on a side note, I have been trying ever since to recreate her make-up application, and have failed miserably!) Many many thanks to the very talented Dorys.
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    Jasmin Sent on 10/28/2012
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    Every little girl dreams of what she will look like on her wedding day. dory's and her team made me and my bridal party look stunning.. I am still receiving compliments till now.. I have very sensitive skin and find I break out in rashes if I don't use all natural products. Maleana cosmetics range felt like air on my skin. It was amazing ( I even bought new make-up from her range) dory's work speaks for itself! Her web page and Facebook page does not do her work justice! It is beyond amazing. Her pricing is very reasonable and worth every cent! Book now!

    Maleana Cosmetics's reply:

    Hi Jasmin, thank you so much for this wonderful review. I and my team had such a fabulous time working with you and your beautiful ladies. I enjoyed styling your stunning red carpet look. All the best to you and hubby and a warm Aloha To Australia :-)

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    Kara Sent on 11/05/2012
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    Dorys was amazing!

    I loved her style from the first time I saw her pics and was so pleased when she completely understood the vision I had for my look for the day and helped me achieve just that.

    Maleana is Dorys own company and you can definitely tell that she puts so much effort into each and every one of clients to maintain the credibility of her company.

    I would send email photos of me and my visions and she would come back near enough instantaneously with her thoughts and how we could make it happen.

    I had my trial the day before and I must admit I was slightly nervous that the look I got on the day wouldn't be able to be recreated from the day before - This couldn't have been further from the truth! It was just the same, if not better. She made sure to take loads of photos so she could create an exact replica and she did.

    She is doubles as a counselor and is really good at taming your nerves in the morning!!

    Definitely recommend Dorys and her team to any future brides!

    Maleana Cosmetics's reply:

    Aloha Kara, thank you so much for sharing your feedback on my work and Maleana Cosmetics. It always makes me extremely happy and warm around my heart to hear that my brides feel very beautiful and are super happy. Thank you for taking the time to review us!
    I am sending you a very Warm Aloha to the UK!
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    Renee Sent on 07/06/2012
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    Dorys was awesome and I HIGHLY recommend her! My makeup came out just the way I wanted it and my hair (and bridesmaids) stayed in place all day and night. She listens very closely and gives you exactly what you want. On the day of the wedding, she arrived on time and stayed on schedule according to the timeline. She even had time to put eyelashes on my bridesmaids and put flowers in my flower girls hair, without us even planning for it. I got the flowers for my hair and the flower girls hair through her and I highly recommend that you do, since she knows what type is best. She also provided a touch-up kit, which came in very handy.

    Maleana Cosmetics's reply:

    Thank you so much Renee. It was such a pleasure working with you and your beautiful & fun bridesmaids and flower girls. I truly enjoyed being part of this very special event. THANK YOU! Dorys
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    Juli Sent on 10/17/2011
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    I have nothing but great things to say about Dorys and Liz. Before the wedding, I went in for a trial and loved it. All my questions were answered via email promptly...even during their busiest time of the year. On the day of, Dorys and Liz arrived earlier than scheduled due to a parade going on along waikiki (kalakaua). I was so PLEASED with the adjustments made to my hair style...which I decided on a different style for my bangs. Dorys worked her magic on me...not overly done. I loved my make up too! My bridesmaids were also please with the hair and makeup done on the too! They made it a relaxing morning for us getting ready. Dorys also took some images of me and made a slideshow. She was wonderful!!!! =)
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    A Sent on 10/04/2011
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    I hired Maleana to style my bridal party. Everyone looked beautiful! Since our wedding day was really long, we got the airbrush makeup and it was totally worth it. The airbrush makeup feels so light and looks really natural. Maleana was also accommodating when we asked them to make chages to hair/makeup styles that we were not happy with. For example, I went in for a trial session and wasn't completely comfortable with how my hair turned out. I talked with Dorys the day before the wedding, we went over her notes, I explained what I wanted, she made a couple of adjustments and everything turned out perfectly the day of the wedding. Thank you, Maleana!!
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    Lora Sent on 07/10/2011
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    I was originally referred to Leslie Fair, but she was not available on my wedding date, and suggested that I tried Dorys, and I have to thank Leslie for introducing me to Dorys and her senior stylist Zairah! I planned my destination wedding from Los Angeles, and unlike many of the Hawaii vendors, Dorys responded right away, she was professional from the very beginning. I would recommend signing up for a trial run prior to the wedding, and bring photos of how you would like your make up/hair done. This picky bride has never been happy with any up-dos in the past, but Dorys passed the test. My makeup looked amazing, natural but not caked on, perfect for the humid Hawaiian weather. There was light rain right at the beginning of our ceremony, and I also got emotional during the ceremony, and thought for sure I had mascara running down my face and the hair was not going to hold up. Amazingly, everything held up, and I looked great till the end of the night. Thank you Dorys and Zairah for our amazing looking bridal party!!!
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    Marianne Sent on 06/21/2011
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    Dorys w/ Maleana cosmetics was wonderful to work with! She is a very talented professional and was flexible to work with me to find my perfect look, from a hairstyle change to a skintone change; I had gotten quite tan since our trial run, but she took it in stride and adjusted the makeup colors beautifully! She did my hair and makeup, three of my bridesmaids, and both moms, with the help of an assistant. Everyone was ecstatic with their look. I chose to do airbrushing and lashes, and everything stayed put the entire time, through my crying during pretty much the entire ceremony, to crying during toasts, to crying through the first dance, and then sweating like no other on the dance floor :) My hair stayed in place too, which is quite a feat considering the wind that day! I couldn't be happier with her services!
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    Minnette J. Sent on 06/15/2011
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    Doris was great. She made all of us especially me beautiful. Doris and staff are very flexible and our make up look very flawless but so light we felt we didn't even had one on. Awesome Work!
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    Dori Sent on 11/25/2010
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    Dorys and Maleana Cosmetics are the best! Most of my bridesmaids don't like to wear too much make-up and they felt comfortable the whole day. They even gave us straws so we didn't mess up our lipgloss.
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    I could not ask for more!!!! Dorys was great!!!! She made me look and feel like a movie star. She was very professional but at the same time warm and friendly. She was exactly on time and she was very calm while too many things were going on and stressing me out, which calmed me down. Her service exceeded all of my expectations.

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    Maire Sent on 06/22/2010
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    I loved my hair and makeup! It was simple and classy and perfect for my daytime wedding. Dorys was really great to work with and I am very happy with her work.
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    Chantel Sent on 02/24/2009
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    Dorys and her assistant did a wonderful job on the hair and makeup for me, my maid of honor, my mom and all my sisters. Everyone looked so beautiful. Also, her makeup still lasted through a lot crying; it didn't smear or anything. I highly recommend hiring her.
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    Grace Sent on 09/18/2008
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    She gets booked very fast because her air brush make up is the best! I did my make up at noon and it lasted until midnite!! She is awesome!! Even her assistant are awesome. She also gives her bride a "touch up kit". Very handy
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    Teresa Sent on 11/22/2008
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    Dorys met with me a few months before the wedding to come up with my "makeup plan". On the day of the wedding, she and one other staff member came to do the hair/makeup for me, three bridesmaids and the mom's. We were finished ahead of schedule, which was excellent!
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