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On Hitched.co.uk since 2022

Last update: June 2026

💍 Irene Parra Bridal Beauty 💍

Welcome to Irene Parra Bridal Beauty!! Where your bridal beauty is created with care, calm, and a touch of luxury.

I’m Irene, an East London based bridal makeup artist with over six years of experience helping brides feel truly themselves on their wedding day, just elevated, glowing, and completely confident.

I believe your makeup should reflect you: your personality, your style, and the feeling you want as you walk down the aisle. Whether that’s a soft, radiant glow or a timeless, polished elegance, my goal is always the same: to make you feel beautiful, relaxed, and unforgettable.

I’ve had the privilege of working in some of London’s most iconic venues: Claridge’s, The Raffles, The Dukes; but what I cherish most is the connection I build with each bride. Your wedding morning is intimate, emotional, and full of anticipation, and I’m there not only as your makeup artist, but as a calming, reassuring presence who brings joy, warmth, and steadiness to the room.

Your bridal experience includes a personalised trial where we explore your vision together, skincare advice tailored to your needs, and flawless makeup styling for you and up to four members of your bridal party. On the day itself, I bring meticulous attention to detail, a gentle touch, and a genuine passion for making you feel at ease.

When you look in the mirror, I want you to see the best version of yourself , glowing, confident, and ready to say “I do.”

If you’re dreaming of a beautiful, natural, and luxurious bridal look with a makeup artist who truly cares, I’d be honoured to be part of your wedding morning.


Let’s begin your journey to feeling radiant on your most special day.

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Frequently asked questions

What services do you offer?

Hairdressing
Makeup
Image advice
Other (Makeup lessons online and face to face. Personal makeup shopper)

What is included in the wedding package?

Bridal package includes a trial, skincare guidance, and flawless wedding day makeup, with optional styling for your bridal party

How far in advance should I contact you?

The most popular dates are running so fast, so the sooner the better. Don't hesitate to contact with me!!

Do you work at homes?

Yes

What is the charge for travelling?

It will depend on the chosen location, so ask me please. Ill be delighted to solve all you questions

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 have an amazing team ready to deliver all the beauty to your friends and family in your special day. Just contact with me and we'll sort it

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

Yes

What are the forms of payment?

Bank transfer. Cash

Served in

East Central London, South East London and West Central London

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Reviews for Irene Parra Bridal Beauty

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Carly Sent on 19/07/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Irene is wonderful

From the first moment I spoke with Irene, I knew she was going to make my whole bridal experience amazing, and I was not wrong.
She completely understood exactly what I wanted. I didn’t want a heavy make up look that made me look like a completely different person. I wanted to look like a better and more glowy version of me. And she delivered this with ease.
Irene made me feel so relaxed and calm and I really enjoyed having her with me and my bridal party on my wedding day.
I was over the moon with my hair and make up for my wedding day and would recommend Irene to everyone. She is a fantastic professional and a lovely person who really cares about her clients.

The whole experience with Irene was flawless. Her attention to detail, organisation, communication, advice and everything in between was wonderful.
Veronika
Veronika Sent on 29/06/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Irene is the absolute best!

Irene is simply the best - and I don't say that lightly!

From the moment we met, I knew I was in the hands of a true professional. She took the time to understand exactly what I wanted, asked about my preferences, explained her vision and approach, and suggested ideas that would complement my features and help me look my absolute best.

I feel incredibly lucky that she was the one who did my bridal hair and makeup!

Not only is Irene exceptionally talented, but she also has a calming presence. Within the first five minutes, I felt completely at ease. She even shared some valuable wedding-day tips and insider knowledge, which helped calm my nerves and made the whole morning even more enjoyable.

And the results... absolutely flawless!

My makeup stayed perfect for well over 10 hours through smiling, hugging, kissing, crying, dancing, sweating, sunshine. It didn't budge once. My hair looked just as beautiful at the end of the night as it did when I first left the chair.

Beyond her incredible technical skills, Irene is such a lovely person to spend time with. The hours flew by as we chatted, laughed, and talked about all sorts of things. She made getting ready one of my favourite parts of the wedding day.

She also gives fantastic advice on skincare leading up to your wedding or special event and genuinely cares about making sure you're happy with every detail. She won't let you leave until she's certain you look and feel your absolute best.

If you're looking for a makeup artist whose work is flawless, long-lasting, and tailored specifically to you, Irene is your girl! If you're looking for a hairstylist who knows exactly how to enhance your natural beauty, Irene is your girl! And if you're looking for someone who will make you feel calm, confident, beautiful, and genuinely cared for on one of the biggest days of your life, Irene is absolutely your girl!

I cannot recommend her highly enough. She made me feel like the most beautiful version of myself, and I have no doubt she'll do the same for you.
Kathryn
Kathryn Sent on 25/06/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Irene was great

Irene did my makeup and hair & makeup for two of my bridesmaids.

I don't usually wear makeup and didn't want the stress of doing it myself. I chose a natural look with some glitter on the eyes and Irene was great during my trial and gave me two eyeshadow options when I was unsure. I even changed my mind after the trial and she did it amazingly on the day.

My makeup stayed stayed perfect from 9:30 until 00:00 even with the hot June weather and tears (including minor use of makeup wipes for mascara under the eyes but you couldn't tell at all!).

My two bridesmaids who almost never wear makeup got along great with her and she explained everything to them. Got their hair perfect as well, curls stayed the whole day.
She's really lovely and made the morning getting ready way less stressful. I didn't hire Irene for my own hair as I had already booked my hairstylist.
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Maddy Sent on 09/06/2026
5 out of 5 rating

An absolute angel!

I had a lovely time with Irene! She made my experience so easy and relaxing whilst listening to exactly what I needed for my wedding and my bridal party.

Thank you so much! I know that me, my bridesmaids and mum all loved your services and I'd definitely recommend!!!
Kathy
Kathy Sent on 07/06/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Bridal hair and makeup

Irene did such a beautiful job on my hair and makeup for my wedding. I only had a few weeks between looking for a hair and makeup artist and the big day! Irene was super flexible with arrangements for the trial, and she really took onboard what we discussed during the trial so I absolutely felt like myself on my best day for the wedding! I’ve never had my hair and makeup done professionally before and don’t normally like to be centre of attention, Irene is so sweet and so calming, friendly and so skilled I felt at ease straight away and really enjoyed the time we spent together whilst having my makeup done, my hair beautifully curled and put up and even my first experience of false lashes-which I loved! I can’t recommend Irene enough. Thank you Irene!xx
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Megan Sent on 28/05/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding MakeUp and Hair

Stepping out of my comfort zone with wedding makeup was nerve-wracking, but Irene went completely out of her way to make me feel comfortable and confident from the very beginning. From the trial to the wedding day itself, her communication, care, and professionalism were exceptional.

Irene really took the time to understand what suited me best and used such beautiful products that felt amazing on my skin. Most importantly, she made me feel genuinely beautiful while still feeling like myself.

My makeup lasted flawlessly all day — even in 34-degree heat! I couldn’t have been happier and would recommend her to anyone looking for a talented, thoughtful, and calming makeup artist for their wedding day.
Katie
Katie Sent on 10/05/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Irene is a dream!

Irene was a fantastic to work with. She was super flexible and took the time to make sure we got the look right. I felt beautiful on the day and despite the inevitable morning wedding day chaos she was very calm and helpful!
Inclusively was importantly for my bridal party and everyone was super happy with their make up. It lasted the whole day and she was generally just really lovely.
Very glad I chose her and cannot thank her enough for all her kindness, help and for making me glow on my special day! ❤️
Nicoletta
Nicoletta Sent on 24/04/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing wedding!

I had such an amazing experience with Irene! She did my wedding makeup & hair on Sunday 19 April, and I honestly couldn't have been happier. I felt absolutely perfect all day and night. The look held beautifully and made me feel so confident and pretty.

Not only is she incredibly talented, but she's also so kind, attentive, and thoughtful. She really took the time to make sure everything was just right.

Thank you again, Irene, for helping make my day so special! I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a truly wonderful makeup artist. 💖
Snehal
Snehal Sent on 15/03/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Made me feel the best version of myself

I had the pleasure of having my bridal makeup done by such a talented and professional artist, and I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. From the very beginning, Irene really listened to what I wanted even though I honestly had no clear idea myself since I’m quite new to makeup. She was incredibly patient and helped guide me toward a look that truly suited me.

What I loved most was how she focused on enhancing my natural features rather than overdoing it. She highlighted my natural beauty in such a subtle and elegant way that I still felt completely like myself just the best version.

On the wedding day, she was also the ultimate hype person! While I was getting ready, she kept reassuring me and hyping me up, which made me feel so confident and beautiful. That positive energy made such a difference during those emotional, exciting moments before walking down the aisle.

I’m so grateful to have had her as part of my wedding morning, and I would wholeheartedly recommend her to any bride looking for someone talented, supportive, and genuinely lovely to be around.
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Lydia Sent on 30/01/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Highly recommend

Irene did my make up and my bridesmaids for my wedding and I couldn't recommend her more. She is so skilled and talented and I was so happy with the result- which kept perfectly all day. Not only that but she is such a lovely person- was so amazing to have her support in the run up and on the day itself. Thank you Irene!
Vicky
Vicky Sent on 02/12/2025
5 out of 5 rating

A perfect experience. Irene is a true professional

I contacted Irene through Hitched just a couple of weeks before my wedding, during a particularly stressful time. She was incredibly professional, reliable, and responsive from the very first message. Communication, paperwork, and calls were all arranged quickly and efficiently, and she was completely transparent about pricing and availability for trials. All of which was so important with the wedding so close. Speaking with her instantly put me at ease.

To make things more complicated, I have skin contact allergies to certain fragrance chemicals, which are found in so many hair and makeup products. Irene took this extremely seriously. She went through her entire kit and worked with me to create an “approved product list,” making sure everything used on my skin would be safe. It gave me so much confidence and peace of mind.

On the big day, Irene did hair and makeup for me, my sister, and my mum and we all absolutely loved the results. We each felt so beautiful. She listened carefully to what we wanted and brought each look to life perfectly. For reference, me and my family are Filipino and the products she used were a great match for our hair and skin types. She was also wonderfully calm and reassuring on a very busy wedding morning, which made such a difference.
Thank you, Irene, for taking such great care of us on such a special day. You made us feel like the best versions of ourselves.
Vicky xxx
Lynn
Lynn Sent on 01/12/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely Amazing!

Irene was so lovely, and helped to put myself and my bridesmaids at ease. She was punctual, down to earth, and made everything so easy and comfortable. I’d definitely recommend her services.
Hannah
Hannah Sent on 29/11/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Thankyou for making my wedding day so special!

I can't recommend Irene enough! She is the most loveliest, kindest and thoughtful hair and make-up artist. The whole experience was so personal and genuine, she's has a perfect ability to make you feel beautiful and looked after and she really understands you as an individual. I loved my make-up and hair and really felt beautiful on the day :). Thankyou so much Irene!
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Klaudia Sent on 27/11/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Hairstyle and makeup

Irene has been amazing, she listens to my needs, has lots of great ideas and is extremely professional and knowledgeable. I’m very impressed by her passion and how well she explains everything, knows the process, products and what will suit one’s skin type and will fit to the character. Looking forward to more cooperations in the future! Truely recommend, such a kind and warm person, great to work with!
J
Jayne Sent on 26/11/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Professional friendly and super skilled

Irene was so calm on the day - I felt she was in control and made me feel so beautiful and natural looking with my eyes looking bright and so big !
I would recommend Irene for hair and makeup she is equally skilled at both
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