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About

For Rachael Cahalin, makeup has been a lifelong passion. After graduating from the Manchester School of Makeup, Rachel began to run a beauty blog for a Staffordshire newspaper, and keeps up with the latest trends and techniques, so you can be sure that you will get nothing but the best service. You can count on her to provide you with the impeccable service that you deserve on your special day. Rachael has over 13 years experience in providing wedding makeup and beauty treatments.

Services offered

Rachel is a makeup artist, hair stylist, nail technician and massage therapist, and likes to go the extra mile to make sure that you are relaxed, comfortable and beautiful on your wedding day. Rachel loves meeting new people and highlighting the best features of both their personality and their face.

Some of the premium products in Rachel's kit include MAC, Illamasqua, Bobbi Brown, Charlotte Tilbury, Estee Lauder and Benefit, as well as airbase airbrush makeup. Rachel is also available for manicures, pedicures, massages and reiki to help make you calm and confident on your big day.

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Frequently asked questions

What services do you offer?

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

What is included in the wedding package?

For the wedding day make-up I include false lashes (cluster or strip) at no extra cost. The trial is charged for separately, and I spend time with you creating your perfect wedding day make up look

How far in advance should I contact you?

As soon as you would like too, popular months book up quite far in advance. The wedding date is not secured until a deposit has been paid, this then secures the date for you, & we can arrange a trial

Do you work at homes?

No

What is the charge for travelling?

No travel charge within a 15 mile radius. A charge of 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?

This is dependant on the time that the wedding ceremony is due to start, as I always like to have a relaxed morning getting the bridal party ready. Please contact me to discuss your requirements

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

Yes

What are the forms of payment?

You can pay by cash, card, bank transfer or cheque

Reviews for Rachael Cahalin Make-up Artist

Rachel
Rachel Sent on 28/03/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Hanbury Barns 2026

I'm so glad I chose Rachael for my wedding day make-up. Not only did she created a look that felt 100% me, she was a wonderful, calming presence on the day. All of my wedding party, especially my mum, have all commented on how much they enjoyed the whole experience and how special it made them feel. Thank you so much ❤️
Gemma
Gemma Sent on 31/01/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Rachael Calahin Review

Rachael is amazing! She made me feel so at ease and relaxed on the day, and did a great job of making me look like the best version of myself. The whole process was so seamless, and she is also just really lovely and easy to get along with. Would highly recommend her for anyone who is looking for someone reliable, flexible, friendly and professional to make them look and feel their best on their special day!
S
Stephanie Sent on 05/01/2026
5 out of 5 rating

An amazing lady!

I discovered Rachael through Hitched and listing from my wedding venue! As soon as I reached out, Rachael responded quickly to confirm her availability and secure my wedding date! From initial communication covering suggestions, to trial and during my wedding day, Rachael provided not only myself but all my bridal party with complete reassurance and an air of calmness!
Rachael went through all the minor details of my wedding day during my trial, including colours and themes! She listened to my concerns as I don’t wear make up on a daily basis but again, Rachael gave me so my confidence!
Thank you Rachael so much and I highly recommend you to a bride to be 🥰
Claire
Claire Sent on 19/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The best for a natural look

As someone who doesn't wear a lot of makeup, Rachael as a makeup artist was the perfect choice for creating a natural look for me and my bridesmaids. She was quick to respond to any queries I had and even messaged me the night before the wedding to make sure I was okay and to remind me to stay hydrated. Couldn't have asked for anything more.
Natalia
Natalia Sent on 01/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

A very talented make up artist!

From the first time I met with Rachael for my make up trial she made me feel at ease and listened to what my vision was. She is friendly, professional and reassuring all the way through. During the week of the wedding my skin suffered a bad breakout of acne which Rachael managed to cover beautifully for my ceremony and made me look and feel so pretty. She was also great with my bridesmaids and my mum who also had their make up done by Rachael on the day. She is very talented and also great to talk to. She has this calming nature about her as well as a lovely sense of humour which is exactly what you need in the morning of your wedding when the nerves start to kick in. I cannot recommend Rachael enough - thank you.
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