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Last update: July 2026

Awarded Scottish Makeup Artist of the Year 2023

Audrey McCarthy is an internationally recognised hair and makeup artist, celebrated for her work across red carpet, fashion, and luxury bridal. Based in Scotland and available worldwide, Audrey creates flawless, camera-ready looks that combine timeless elegance with modern sophistication.

Her career highlights include working at the BAFTAs, Venice Film Festival, and Cannes Film Festival, as well as front-row shows at Fashion Week. Audrey has collaborated with leading global brands such as Dior and Burberry, and her artistry has graced celebrity clients, editorial campaigns, and luxury events.

For weddings, Audrey brings the same red-carpet expertise to ensure every bride feels as radiant and confident as a star on her big day. She offers both hair and makeup services, catering to bridal parties of all sizes, and provides a full-day service option for touch-ups or evening transformations.

With a calm and professional presence, Audrey tailors each look to her client’s unique style, delivering not just luxury artistry, but an unforgettable experience.

  • Woman-owned

Frequently asked questions

What services do you offer?

Hairdressing
Makeup
Other (Private Client Wedding Services I offer a bespoke private client service with the highest level of luxury and personal attention, destination weddings worldwide & a stay-on service for touch-ups)

What is included in the wedding package?

tailored to each individual bridal request. Packages include body makeup, personalised touch-up bags

How far in advance should I contact you?

Ideally, I would recommend 3 months minimum so as to allow plenty of time to organize a trial, however, I accommodate last-minute bookings

Do you work at homes?

Yes

What is the charge for travelling?

a call-out fee is added to each booking and this varies in accordance with distance and time allocations

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?

I work to accommodate larger parties and alongside my assistant, we can ensure everyone is ready and feeling their best

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

Yes

What are the forms of payment?

I accept cash, card, and transfer

Served in

Central & Glasgow and Dumfries Galloway & Ayrshire

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Reviews for Audrey McCarthy Makeup Artist

Angela
Angela Sent on 24/07/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Fabulous service

Audrey looked after hair and make-up for MOG and MOB at my son’s recent wedding, and she was brilliant.
I am usually pretty low maintenance and running around in sports gear with hair in a pony tail - and before meeting Audrey, I had never had my make-up done by anyone else! I was therefore somewhat nervous!
We arranged a trial and Audrey put me at my ease straight away - she listened and made some suggestions and together we made a plan. We agreed on a few tweaks for the day - and I felt completely relaxed and confident in her.
Audrey was also totally professional and great at communicating with us.

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Megan Sent on 17/07/2026
4.8 out of 5 rating

Amazing, no notes!

Audrey and her sister Shannon were so lovely, chatty and bubbly the whole morning, they really put us all at ease. Everyone was so happy with their hair and makeup, and I was amazed my hair and makeup lasted the entire night! I didn’t have a trial appointment, but after a video call with Audrey she totally put me at ease and made me feel completely confident I would love it, and I did! I have never felt more beautiful and I can't stop looking at the pictures! I was especially impressed with my hair, as somehow with minimal brief and no trial she did exactly what I wanted, even though I wasn't able to put into words exactly what that was, and it looked even better than I imagined. I highly recommend Audrey for your wedding hair and makeup!
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Shay Sent on 17/07/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Flawless, seamless bridal hair & makeup

I could not recommend Audrey enough. I had my hair and makeup done for my wedding and it came out so flawless that even the photographer complimented it. My skin turned out so pure, no cakiness whatsoever and my hair stayed the exact same throughout the day. Audrey made me feel so comfortable during the trial, really took her time and made me look my best. The trial went so well that I didn't even need to change anything at all on my wedding day. I wasn't sure what I wanted to get, she took one look at me and with her vast experience she knew exactly what to do (she also helped me get into my dress on the big day!). I want to pass a massive thank you to her sister Shannon as well, they both made me feel so comfortable and I genuinely received compliments throughout the whole day. If you're looking for a bridal hair and makeup artist - Audrey is THE best option. Showed up on time, responded to my messages quickly and was very flexible with the time. Thank you so much for contributing to my big day - I will never forget it. Worth every penny.
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Sarah Sent on 05/07/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Made My Sister’s Wedding Special!

Audrey helped me gift my sister, makeup and hair services for her wedding in Scotland! Audrey was very accommodating to us since we were traveling to Scotland from the United States, she was so sweet, professional, and was extremely helpful for my sister’s special day. Her prices were great and she had everything to make my sister feel so beautiful. My sister loved how Audrey did her hair and makeup and I am so grateful for Audrey’s services! 100% recommend Audrey for anyone’s special event!
Lauren
Lauren Sent on 30/06/2026
5 out of 5 rating

The DREAM team

Obviously every bride wants to find the best make up artist(s) for their make up taste/style/preferences and I found the perfect match in Audrey (& Shannon). However, what was personally more important to me was finding the right suppliers who bring the right vibe because after all, they are a HUGE part of your wedding morning and omg I am SO glad I picked these girls. The vibes and energy were 10/10, nothing was too much trouble (even when I wanted to change from what we did and lived at the trial) and my whole bridal party loved chatting and getting their make up done by these girls! No notes, just perfect - thank u so much xo
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Elizabeth Sent on 27/03/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely amazing!

If you’re unsure, definitely book Audrey for your wedding hair and makeup! I don't wear make up on a daily basis so was a bit nervous but she made me feel so relaxed and my makeup was really natural. My hair turned out exactly how I imagined it and stayed perfectly in place all day. Her knowledge and experience is amazing. Audrey and Shannon are a brilliant duo. They brought so much fun to the morning with plenty of laughter and great stories. Both made sure everything was perfect with thoughtful touch-up bags for the rest of the day. Highly recommend 🥰
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Sharlene Sent on 14/11/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding hair and Makeup

Audrey and Sharon completed hair and makeup for myself and my bridal party at Piersland House in Troon on 7/11/25. They were great, professional and really supportive to us, especially as we had suffered the loss of my stepfather just days before my wedding. We told them about the loss and they were really accommodating and patient as there were some tears. We were asked what styles we liked and wanted, and even though I wasn’t sure what I wanted they took the time to go through a few suggestions and styles and advised on what they thought would be best and really listened to our needs and preferences. Nothing was too much trouble which made the experience really enjoyable and relaxing.
They were easy to get on with, and a joy to have around keeping everyone smiling.
We were all given little packs to do touch ups through the day, they were great! We were checked and supported right up until it was time to go to the ceremony.
Our hair and makeup were complimented by everyone, and most importantly my husband.
I would highly recommend using them, and would use them myself in the future as well.
I couldn’t thank them enough!
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Beth Sent on 12/11/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Audrey, you made my day perfect, thank you!

I don’t really know where to start, thank you so much Audrey and Shannon! What a double act! :) You were both a ray of sunshine and such a fun addition to our wedding party morning! You managed effortlessly to cater for all our needs, I adored my more natural looking make up, where as my sister in law loved the more dramatic look. My now mother in law loved her make up too!

You both also managed to do 7 different hair styles, I don’t know how you did it!

Thank you again, my day would not have been the same without you!

Xx
Mairi
Mairi Sent on 03/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating

TEN STARS - no notes!

I will struggle to qualify just how brilliant Audrey and Shannon were on our wedding day - but I’ll give it a go!

From reaching out in the initial months, to booking, to trials, to constant comms and to the wedding day itself - Audrey & Shannon were the utmost professionals. Their experience and skill were present in abundance!

They were the perfect extension to the bridal party on the day - their easy nature and comedy fit in seamlessly with the squad whilst sticking to schedule and finishing touch up with plenty of time to spare for pictures, dancing and general horsing around.

I cannot thank them enough and I would strongly recommend them to anyone looking for the perfect hair and makeup combo for their wedding (or any other event!).

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Emily Sent on 30/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Perfectionists!!

First met Audrey and her sister for the trial, they were so friendly and listened to what I wanted. They made suggestions about what would work for my skin tone and encouraged me to go out my comfort zone a wee bit and I'm so glad they did. After the trial I had changed my mind for the style and they were really supportive of the change. My bridemaids all loved their hair and make up too. The hair and make up stayed in place all day without touch ups!! I was so happy with it. They were friendly, professional and did an incredible job of my hair and make up. Highly recommend!! Thanks so much

Emily
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Amber Sent on 27/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful inside and out

Audrey and Shannon were absolutely fantastic! From start to finish, Audrey was quick to respond with any questions, listened to what I wanted for my makeup for the trial and the wedding, gave excellent suggestions for my skin which I will continue to take with me in the future.
The wedding day was relaxed and enjoyable, Audrey did an amazing job with even my bridesmaids and my mother, who cried with joy when she saw her hair and makeup done as she looked 20years younger!
We all laughed, we cried, it was a lovely morning.
These ladies are beautiful inside and out, and make you feel the same. I would highly recommend them!
Clodagh
Clodagh Sent on 14/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The friendliest MUAs and easiest part of my wedding day!

I knew that I made the right choice when I met Audrey and her lovely sister Shannon on my trial day - we spent the whole trial chatting and they were both so lovely. Audrey took her time explaining what she was using and why, as well as asking questions about what I would like as we went. When I came out of the trial I felt very glam but knew I wanted to make a few changes having felt reassured by Audrey that this is what a trial is for. Audrey was so receptive and accommodating with the changes I requested and by the time my wedding day arrived I felt confident that we'd achieve the look I wanted. Audrey and Shannon made it so easy on the day and I felt so relaxed chatting to her. My bridal party all loved their glam and it was just such an easy part of the day, especially having both of them there. Having the touch up kits and skin prep beforehand was also really nice as it's not something all MUAs do. It's a no brainer knowing how much experience Audrey has and I felt confident recommending her to a friend who has now also booked.
Thank you Audrey and Shannon for making us all feel our very best, you are both angels ❤️
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Mariya Sent on 17/06/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding Hair and Makeup

Audrey made my wedding hair and makeup look incredible and it lasted really well all day. She was really easy to chat to and and made us all feel comfortable on the day. She's very knowledgeable and gives makeup tips as she goes. Would recommend to other brides!
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Lucy Sent on 13/06/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Don’t know how to say better that 10/10

I first made contact with Audrey when struggling to find a make up artist for my wedding. From the start Audrey was nothing but friendly and helpful, she was even able to help for my brothers up coming wedding prior to mine. From the start she made me feel at ease and made my mum and me look a million dollars. She was flexible, listened to what we wanted and was happy to give little tweaks when asked. For my mum who had never had her make up done and doesn’t wear make up she gave the most perfect look!
Fast forward to my wedding I couldn’t wait to see her again, her incredibly bubbly attitude and upbeat vibe made the wedding morning so relaxed. Everyone of my bridal party had an amazing time and complimented Audrey’s skills. Audrey has the patience of a saint. Working seamlessly around a bride getting asked a million questions and having to take various phone calls throughout the morning she even stayed behind to help with footage for our wedding video with barely needing to ask. I almost feel sad I have nothing else planned with Audrey but will defiantly get in touch with her if I ever need my make up again!
Marica
Marica Sent on 12/06/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely amazing!

Audrey and Shannon are fantastic. They made my dream come true! I absolutely recommend them to any bride to be! ❤️
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Meet the team

Audrey McCarthy
Audrey McCarthy
Owner

Audrey McCarthy is the business owner of a successful makeup artistry company that caters to a high-profile celebrity clientele.
With extensive experience in the beauty industry, Audrey trained as a beauty therapist alongside her sister and assistant, Shannon McCarthy.
The sisters then went on to train as makeup artists and have worked together ever since.

Audrey began her career working for brands such as Urban Decay and served as a lead artist for Charlotte Tilbury. Since starting her own business, Audrey has had the opportunity to work with numerous celebrity clients and has provided makeup services for the fashion industry, including for magazines, campaigns, commercials, runways, and prestigious events such as London and Paris Fashion Week, the Venice and Cannes Film Festival, and the BAFTAs. Audrey has established herself as a prominent figure in the industry, with her work featured in renowned publications like Vogue Runway.

Shannon McCarthy, Audrey’s sister and assistant, trained alongside Audrey at Ayrshire College. She brings her own creativity and dedication to the business, having gained experience working during fashion weeks in Paris and London. Shannon’s work has also been recognised in Vogue Runway.

Together, Audrey and Shannon have built a thriving business centred on innovation and customer satisfaction, attracting a diverse range of high-profile clients. Their combined skills and passion for excellence create a positive work environment that inspires their team to excel in the luxury makeup industry.

Shannon Mccarthy
Shannon Mccarthy
Assistant

Audrey McCarthy is the business owner of a successful makeup artistry company that caters to a high-profile celebrity clientele.
With extensive experience in the beauty industry, Audrey trained as a beauty therapist alongside her sister and assistant, Shannon McCarthy.
The sisters then went on to train as makeup artists and have worked together ever since.

Audrey began her career working for brands such as Urban Decay and served as a lead artist for Charlotte Tilbury. Since starting her own business, Audrey has had the opportunity to work with numerous celebrity clients and has provided makeup services for the fashion industry, including for magazines, campaigns, commercials, runways, and prestigious events such as London and Paris Fashion Week, the Venice Film Festival, and the BAFTAs. Audrey has established herself as a prominent figure in the industry, with her work featured in renowned publications like Vogue Runway.

Shannon McCarthy, Audrey’s sister and assistant, trained alongside Audrey at Ayrshire College. She brings her own creativity and dedication to the business, having gained experience working during fashion weeks in Paris and London. Shannon’s work has also been recognised in Vogue Runway.

Together, Audrey and Shannon have built a thriving business centred on innovation and customer satisfaction, attracting a diverse range of high-profile clients. Their combined skills and passion for excellence create a positive work environment that inspires their team to excel in the luxury makeup industry.

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