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On Hitched.co.uk since 2022

Last update: February 2025

Lauren is 100% cruelty-free and fabulous, offering makeup, hair, and beauty services with over 20 years of experience.

"If I had to give my work a tagline I would call it ‘rustic romance’. Every wedding is wonderful, but boho, beach and woodland weddings are my speciality, whether that’s because you’re looking for a more relaxed or natural vibe with your hair and makeup, or you’re after something a bit different to a classic bridal glam. Whatever your chosen look I feel like your wedding should be the time you look and feel the most confident, beautiful version of yourself.

I have been working in the makeup industry for over 20 years and have been so lucky to work in many amazing roles throughout my career, but my passion has always been how my work makes people feel.It is always an honour to be chosen to be part of someone’s event no matter what the occasion, but there is something extra special about your wedding day."

Based in Bitterne, Hampshire, and covering Hampshire and the New Forest, Dorset, Wiltshire and West Sussex

  • Woman-owned

Frequently asked questions

What services do you offer?

Hairdressing
Makeup
Aesthetic - manicure, pedicure, waxing etc...
Beauty treatments

What is included in the wedding package?

Packages are tailored to suit each individual including trials for makeup and hair, and options to coincide with your engagement shoot or hen party

How far in advance should I contact you?

2026 Diary Now Open! 2025 availability: March - June - fully booked July - Limited Weekdays only August - full September - weekdays only October-December - weekend & weekday availability remaining

Do you work at homes?

Yes

What is the charge for travelling?

Travel within a 20 mile radius is included in your booking, 45p per mile after that

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?

Up to 6 people when working solo, subject to any time restrictions at your venue and depending on services booked. Second artists and assistants are available for larger groups

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

Yes

What are the forms of payment?

Initial booking fees and final payment via bank transfer only Deposits can be paid in cash at trial

Served in

Dorset and Hampshire

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Sophie Sent on 30/05/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Just out of this world

I cannot thank Lauren enough. So talented and professional would highly recommend. I had been let down by 2 artist and Lauren went above and beyond for me and my team. I did have a challenging bride tribe but Lauren smashed it, she was so responsive, reasonably priced, helpful and accommodating. Lauren did our hair and makeup. Our professional ones aren’t back yet but when they are will be sharing these with Lauren Thankyou Lauren
Sarah
Sarah Sent on 08/03/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing 🤍🤍

I was looking for a makeup artist for my wedding and it was so important to me to find someone who used vegan friendly and cruelty free products - I found Lauren and having looked through her previous work on Instagram I could tell instantly she was the MUA for me. After messaging her to book in a trial I was even more convinced! Lauren is so friendly and knowledgeable and really cares about making sure that she helps you achieve the look you want.

I booked a trial for hair and makeup for myself and my mother and we had a great time at Lauren's home studio. Lauren was so accommodating with listening to all my insecurities and working with me to get the look I wanted. Including messaging back and forward with me and putting up with my long rambling messages! 😂

On the wedding day itself Lauren helped put me completely at ease and I can honestly say that the look she created was perfect and I have never felt better. I still felt like me but at my very, very best. I will be forever grateful and so glad I picked you to be part of my day.

I would recommend Lauren wholeheartedly - I couldn't have asked for more!
Sarah
Sarah Sent on 19/01/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The easiest part of the day!

Lauren was the best hair and make-up artist I could have asked for! From first point of contact to the trial to the day of our wedding Lauren was responsive, friendly, listened to what I was looking for and knew exactly how to achieve it.
On the actual day this was the most effortless part of it all Lauren set up and cracked on with the plan we had in place and from the moment I was in the chair she had me at complete ease. Everything was perfect and my hair and make-up stayed on point for the entire day.
Emma
Emma Sent on 18/11/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Spectacular Thankyou.

Lauren was beyond amazing. Not only did we look and feel our very best. She helped keep me calm and organised the bridal party when I couldn't. She was thorough and attentive during our trial and found the capacity for extras I added for the day itself. Without doubt I would recommend Lauren to everyone. Thank you Lauren for making me look and feel beautiful on my big day.
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Olivia Sent on 17/11/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Hair and makeup

Lauren is a fantastic hair and makeup stylist. From start to finish she was so easy to communicate with and very responsive! Lauren did my hair and makeup for myself as bride and MoB and 2 bridesmaids. I felt like I looked a million dollars! The makeup and hair lasted all day and all night...very impressive given the amount of dancing we all did! Lauren helped create such a relaxed atmosphere on the morning of my wedding. She truly helped set the tone and look for an unforgettable day!
Lisa
Lisa Sent on 13/11/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Best decision!

As soon as I saw Lauren's portfolio and website, I knew I had to have her for my wedding day. Luckily, she happened to be free on the planned wedding day. Originally, I only planned to book her for my (bride) hair & make-up, but once my friends and family saw her work, everyone wanted to book her services for the day as well. Her effortless style and natural beach-style look sold it to each of us. I usually don't wear a lot of make-up, so the trial session was a real treat. The make-up on my skin felt so good, I didn't want to take it off! Throughout the whole process, Lauren has been extremely professional, responsive and helpful. We all felt very much looked after, from start to finish. Her calm nature helped me to calm my nerves and get me through the morning. The quality of her work and level of detail was incredible and the make-up / hair lasted all day and night - and it was a windy day by the beach! I was especially pleased that Lauren was very happy to work with my love for dried flowers and gave me advice for how to create my own floral hair pins.
If I was a millionaire, I'd book her to do my hair and make-up every morning :)
Josie
Josie Sent on 10/11/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Never looked more beautiful!

Lauren was incredible. I've had Lauren do my makeup twice now - once for my elopement in 2023 and then again for my wedding in 2024. She's fantastic and wouldn't go to anyone else if I were to have another!
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Sophie Sent on 10/11/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Lauren O for Wedding Hair & Make-up- 100% Yes!

If you are still searching for your wedding makeup and hair stylist, then Lauren is the best choice you can make! From the very first enquiry, Lauren is professional and genuine and is there to listen to what you want and need for your day. I found Lauren offered really helpful advice, and was extremely responsive, and didn’t leave me waiting for information. She is up front about the costs, which I found really helpful.
During the trial she worked with me on what I wanted, and offered useful advice as I wasn’t quite sure what style to go for! She talked through her process, which put me at ease as I’m not used to having hair and makeup done.
On the day Lauren and her colleague made the whole experience stress-free and fun! Our wedding party looked amazing and hair and makeup was in place until the end of the night!
Thank you Lauren for your amazing service! I cannot recommend her enough if you are still searching, you will not be disappointed!
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Monika Sent on 07/11/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The very best!

Where to begin! Lauren was perfect from start to finish, excellent communication, helpful, professional and an incredibly talented MUA. Another huge bonus for me is that she really felt like part of our group, she is so kind, easy to talk to and was happy to help however she could. Most importantly, our make up ( and hair!) looked beautiful and lasted all day through sweat, tears and dancing. We all looked and felt amazing and I am SO grateful!
Rebecca
Rebecca Sent on 23/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The best professional bridal hair and makeup artist.

I can’t praise Lauren and her team highly enough with everything they did for my wedding day. My hair and makeup was just amazing, so beautiful, classy and elegant, everything I wanted. Lauren & her team did an amazing job on my bridal parties hair and makeup up too. Everyone looked so beautiful, we all got so many compliments through out the day, and still do now.
From the first day we spoke to my wedding day Lauren was super helpful, She answered all of my questions without any hesitations, she also kindly helped one of my bridesmaids who has very delicate skin and eczema on what she could do to prevent any irritations happening on my wedding day.
On the day of my wedding Lauren and her team made me feel so relaxed and calm that I had no worries whatsoever. They made me feel even more special on my big day.
If you are looking for a hair and makeup artist Lauren is the lady you need! Super professional and highly talented.
Hannah
Hannah Sent on 11/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Highly recommend Lauren to make you feel beautiful on your big day!

I would highly recommend using Lauren’s make up/hair services for your big day. From start to finish she had clear communication and made me feel I was in safe hands from my bridal make up/hair trial right through to the morning of the big day. Lauren has a natural way of making people feel at ease and it was so relaxing to know that when I was sat in the chair on the morning of my wedding day, that I could take a breath for that hour or two and let her work her magic! It was the first time I had my hair/make up done professionally and it made me feel so beautiful on the most special day of my life. My mum and maid of honour also had their hair/make up done and found Lauren really easy to talk to and reassured that they would be happy with the final look, also being flexible and open to any tweaks that they may have wanted to feel as comfortable as possible. It honestly felt like Lauren was part of my bridal party in the end after she played a big part in calming me and being there right until I set off to walk down the aisle
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Georgia Sent on 09/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Couldn’t have been better!

Couldn’t have been happier with Lauren! She did the most amazing job, managed to cover my dark circles as got barely any sleep but still looked natural. Her schedule couldn’t have been better, we weren’t rushed. I’ve been a bridesmaid 4 times before and Lauren was by far the best. Her organisation and professionalism are unmatched. Her hair and make up lasted the whole day and night , I have no idea how she does it! Couldn’t recommend her enough, thanks once again ❤️
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Gemma Sent on 03/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful Hair and Makeup for a Perfect Wedding Day

Lauren and Amy did an exceptional job with my hair and makeup, as well as for my bridesmaids on my wedding day. Lauren was highly professional, talented, and thorough, ensuring that we all felt comfortable and at ease throughout the morning. From the initial trial to the day itself, her communication was excellent, and she provided helpful tips and advice that really put my mind at ease. Lauren and Amy were both a pleasure to have around and fit seamlessly into our preparations. We were all delighted with the final results, and our hair and makeup lasted beautifully throughout the entire day.
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Alexandra Sent on 25/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Fabulous!!

Lauren and her team were so brilliant! They did hair and make up for myself, 4 bridesmaids, mothers of the bride/groom and my nan, and everything went seamlessly. They were such a joy to have around on the morning of the wedding and put my mind completely at ease. Even my mum and nan, who can sometimes be quite particular about HMU, were totally thrilled! I can’t recommend Lauren highly enough!
Joe
Alice Sent on 21/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Attention to detail & LOVELY HUMAN

My experience with Lauren was amazing. Firstly I think she’s a really nice lady and we got along so well. She is great vibes on the day too. I had my trial at her house and we were able to trial make-up and two hair styles. We fixed a few things at the trial and ALL of my MANY bits of feedback were addressed by Lauren over detailed texts until I was comfortable (and I’m sure if you’d have preferred she would have a call). She also was able to mock up some hair styles on the styling head for me to choose from. On the day she remembered everything that I wanted to tweak and she cared so much about all the details. She was also amazing at scheduling the morning and she was able to supply a second stylist. Rhia was so quick and efficient with my 5 bridesmaids hair and she was able to curl their unruly hair beautifully to last all day. P.s. my face framing curls lasted 2 days!
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