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Over 20 years of elite industry experience, including styling Emily Maitlis and top UK TV personalities.
I am a London College of Fashion trained, Hertfordshire-based makeup artist and hairstylist with over two decades of experience across weddings, fashion, and major television networks.
Having served as the personal stylist for Emily Maitlis, alongside working with the BBC, ITV, Sky, and Channel 5, I specialize in high-definition, camera-ready styling. I bring that exact same red-carpet longevity, precision, and luxury experience directly to your wedding morning.
Whether you want timeless elegance or modern glamour, I design a look that reflects your unique style and personality. My premium, on-trend kit is stocked with high-performance products to ensure your hair and makeup remain flawless from the first photo to the last dance.
📍 Areas Covered
• Hertfordshire Bushey, Watford, St Albans and surrounding areas)London & Home Counties
📺 High-Profile & TV Credits


• Personal Stylist: Emily Maitlis Notable Names: Kate Garraway, Kirsty Gallacher, Kelly Brook, Ian Wright, Jamie Redknapp Broadcasters: BBC, ITV, Sky, Channel 5 Let’s create your perfect wedding look. Get in touch today to check availability for your date!

The Platinum Bridal Package (Hair & Makeup)
• Bridal Preview (Trial): £220

Wedding Day Bride: £380 Includes: Luxury skin prep, custom lash application, hair styling

(Bridesmaids, Mums & Guests)
• Hair & Makeup: £140 per person

Makeup Only: £85 per person Hair Only: £85 per person

Flower Girls (Under 10): £35 (Light hair styling and lip gloss)The VIP Full-Day "Red Carpet" Package
• Investment: £1,100 Includes: Complete bridal hair and makeup (including trial), plus Alison remaining on-site until after your couple photos and ceremony for professional, camera-ready touch-ups. Features an evening look transition right before your reception.Booking Notes & Guardrails
• Minimum Booking: A minimum spend of £600 (excluding the trial) applies to Friday, Saturday, and Sunday weddings between May and September.Travel: Complimentary within a 15-mile radius of Bushey/Watford/St Albans. Travels outside this zone are calculated at £0.55 per mile.




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Frequently asked questions

What services do you offer?

Hairdressing
Makeup
Image advice
Other (Special events, corporate, proms,)

What is included in the wedding package?

Hair & Make-up

How far in advance should I contact you?

I'm taking last minute bookings, due to covid restrictions

Do you work at homes?

Yes

What is the charge for travelling?

0.45p mile

What is your main business area?

Make up

Could you stay with the bride until the photo shoot?

Yes

How many people can you beautify for one wedding?

5+

Can you provide your beauty services for pre-wedding and post-wedding photography?

Yes

What are the forms of payment?

Bank transfer cheque cash

Reviews for Ali Make-up & Hair

Katarzyna
Katarzyna Sent on 09/06/2026
5 out of 5 rating

I couldn't have been happier with the result!

I can't recommend Alison highly enough. I don't normally wear makeup and I have a pixie haircut, so I really wasn't sure what would suit me or what to do with my look. Alison listened carefully and made me feel completely at ease, offering ideas and guidance without ever making me feel pressured.
I also decided at the very last minute that I wanted to wear a veil, and she accommodated the change so easily. It turned out to be such a great choice, and she styled everything perfectly around it.
One of the things I appreciated most was how relaxing the morning felt. It was lovely chatting with Alison before the ceremony, and her calm, friendly presence helped settle any pre-wedding nerves. She also travelled from Hertfordshire to Cambridgeshire for my wedding day, which immediately took a lot of stress out of the planning.
As someone who rarely wears makeup, I was amazed at how much I still felt like "me" - just a more polished, bridal version. I couldn't have been happier with the result. Most importantly, I felt like the best version of myself. Everyone commented on how stunning I looked, and I felt confident and comfortable all day. Thank you, Alison, for helping make my wedding morning so special.
Melissa
Melissa Sent on 15/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Great job!

Alison did my up-do hair and make up complete with a tiara and helped me to achieve the princess bride look I was going for. Thank you for a great job!
Ashley
Ashley Sent on 15/08/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Friendly, professional and reliable

As a non wearer of make up, I wanted a natural look. I also have melasma which I am very conscious of.

Ali was great. She was friendly, put my mind at ease and listened to exactly what I wanted.

I was very happy with the result and would highly recommend.
Anna
Anna Sent on 14/05/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Ali is fantastic!!

I would absolutely recommend Ali! She is super responsive and communicates very clearly. She was always on time to trials and even arrived early on the big day! She listened to what I wanted and was always patient as we tried different styles. She’s also a very calming and fun presence which really helps to relax you when you’re getting ready for the wedding! She is a lovely person and made me feel so comfortable. Everyone’s hair & make up looked gorgeous! Thank you Ali!!
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Charlotte Sent on 30/09/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Very friendly and professional service

I was looking for a more natural looking hair and makeup for my wedding and I was very happy with Ali's work. She really listened to the look I was wanting to achieve with my hair and makeup and I definitely feel I got what I wanted for the day.

The hair stayed up well throughout the day and the makeup also lasted. The makeup certainly worked well for the professional photos we got done, though it was a natural look it definitely added to bringing out features.

Beyond this the experience of getting my hair and makeup done by Ali was great. She's super friendly and attentive, and it was very comfortable to have her in my house on the wedding day.

Would recommend Ali, definitely a professional who can offer good advice as well as listening to you're preferences.
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Lauren Sent on 27/08/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Professional and polished

Ali did a wonderful job of mine and my mum’s hair and makeup, putting us at ease and making it an enjoyable experience. My mum, being in her late 60’s, was anxious that she didn’t want to look ‘overdone’ , but Ali got it just right and made her look 10 years younger !
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Viv B. Sent on 10/09/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Ali's excellent

Friendly, supportive and skilful, very flexible- did everything she could to make the day special.
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Frances Sent on 08/09/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Frances Batten

Ali responded quickly to my enquiry for a hair and makeup artist for my wedding. At the trial, we agreed a look for my big day, I was so happy that we arranged for her to do my bridesmaids hair/makeup too.
It came to my big day, Ali was on time and started work on the bridesmaids, then it was my turn. I was nervous but the nerves started to dissipate when she started to work her magic on me.
Ali made me feel at ease, she is extremely professional and very personable. I would recommend her for anyone's special day.
Louise
Louise Sent on 14/06/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect makeup / hair that lasted the whole day

Ali did a fab job of hair and make up for the bride and hair for 2 bridesmaids. She really listened to what I was hoping for and we were all extremely happy with the result. She arrived early on the big day and was happy to stay until we all got in the transport to the venue. She was also very chilled out when we were getting ready, which really helped with pre-ceremony nerves!
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Ellie Sent on 28/05/2022
5 out of 5 rating

The best makeup artist ever!!

I can’t recommend Ali enough!!! She saved my wedding day by fitting me into her busy diary. A true professional who did my hair and make up beautiful. Such a sweet lady who calmed my nerves whilst I was getting ready. Love this artist 🧑‍🎨 I can’t recommend enough!!! ♥️♥️
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Carmen Sent on 10/03/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding Hair and make up

Alison is very experienced and gave me lots of different options on make up, Alison did a hair & make up trial beforehand. Alison made me feel very comfortable and I would use her again.
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