Zena McCarthy is a seasoned professional in the beauty industry, transforming clients for their momentous occasions in and around, Hampshire, The Isle of Wight and West Sussex. Zena is passionate about providing wedding makeup looks for brides of all ages, and loves being a small part of their big day.

Her 25+ years of experience began at the age of 13 when she would often give her mother and friends creative makeovers. From there, she turned this hobby into a thriving career.

Zena's kit features, products from high-end brands such as Dior, Laura Mercier, Nars, Makeup by Mario, Charlotte Tilbury, and Arbonne, ensuring you will look gorgous and feel elegant throughout your wedding.

Services Offered

Zena specialises in creating a flawless, long lasting makeup and hair style that will take you through the day, into the night while looking elegant in photos. Whether your looking for a timeless, classic makeup. Vintage, boho or something more modern.A super natural, soft glam or a glitzy hollywood her goal is to enhance, your beauty and lift your confidnce ensuring you radiate that goddess bridal glow, that is unique to you.

Keeping upto date with all the latest wedding trends and beauty products is something Zena invests in yearly. By being aware of brand launches and attending masterclasses from top makeup artists, which ensures you get the most stylish look with top end, crulty free products that feels comfortable for you.

During your trial session, you will both collaborate on the perfect makeup, ideal for you and your personal preferences.

Zena recommends you come wearing a top/dress the same colour as your wedding gown. Any reference photos that you found inspiring for hair and makeup.

With her love of travel, Zena is happy to provide a destination wedding services.

Also available to be booked for hen party makeup. Makeup lessons (a beautiful thing to do for you and those closest to you). Engagement shoots and can also be booked for touch-ups throughout your wedding day.

Areas covered

TBH no area is off limits, but the majority of her work is West and East Sussex, South and south west London, Isle of WIght. Hampshire and the South west.