SAC
TAHOE
Napa
Cabo

Hair and Makeup artist + Educator

Jess Alvarez

EST. 2012

HAIR & MAKEUP SERVICES

BRIDAL

On Location Beauty Services. Sacramento, Tahoe, Napa, and Beyond.   On Location Beauty Services. Sacramento, Tahoe, Napa, and Beyond.   On Location Beauty Services. Sacramento, Tahoe, Napa, and Beyond.   On Location Beauty Services. Sacramento, Tahoe, Napa, and Beyond.   

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Me and my team are so excited at the prospect of helping you craft the perfect look for your wedding!  I want you to move through your day with a smile on your face, looking and feeling your very best!

Your day, your way

BRIDAL
Experiences

Bridal with Attendants

Hair & Makeup Package

the expertise, time, and attention of your artist as well as their use of professional and luxury beauty products and tools


Bridal Makeup $400

on location makeup application with our signature longevity techniques and bespoke skin prep ritual


customized lash application


travel up to the first hour, parking, any necessary tolls

the expertise, time, and attention of your stylist as well as their use of professional and luxury styling products and tools


Bridal Hair $400

on location styling with our signature longevity techniques





travel up to the first hour, parking, any necessary tolls

Attendant Makeup $200 each // Attendant Hair $200 each

**minimum booking requirement of bride plus 4 additional services

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Solo bride

Hair & Makeup Package

the expertise, time, and attention of your artist as well as their use of professional and luxury beauty products and tools for your ideal hair and makeup look


Bridal Hair AND Makeup $1,500

services performed on location


customized lash application and extended skin prep ritual


travel up to the first hour, parking, any necessary tolls

2 hours of additional on location assisting and touch ups, beginning after styling is complete

No attendants? No problem! Enjoy the luxury of your own personal beauty artist.  No rushing, just my full attention on your big day!

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Elopements

Hair & Makeup Package

$800 Monday through Thursday
$1,000 Friday through Sunday, less than 60 days in advance
$1400 Friday through Sunday, more than 60 days in advance

Includes Hair + Makeup Preview Session


Hair AND Makeup for your big day


Both appointments in studio

Whether it’s a pre-planned small intimate event or spur of the moment nuptials...this package is ideal for a solo bride who would like to enjoy her services in studio.

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Preview Session

Hair & Makeup Experience-- In Studio

Makeup $200
Hair $200
Makeup and Hair $400

Preview sessions are necessary for all brides. It is our opportunity to craft the perfect look for your big day and for you to get to know your artist better! You will be able to sit back and enjoy being taken care of on your wedding day knowing that everything will be exactly how you want it!

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We discuss your daily beauty routine and determine the products and techniques best suited for your hair and skin.
The pictures and inspiration you bring will help us design your custom look.

One in-studio look for hair and/or makeup will be done at your session with necessary minor adjustments as we discuss the final product.

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Signature Bridal Packages

For Brides wanting it all, these top shelf all-inclusive bridal beauty experiences offer the utmost luxury and elevated services to create a look that's as unforgettable as you are!

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Imagine having an artist collaborate with you to design your perfect hair and makeup, making sure your look is exactly what you want, and rather than leaving afterwards, staying with you for the rest of your big day!

Your personal artist is there during your photo time to fluff your dress, hand you your water bottle if you’re thirsty, keep an eye on your shine, double check that every hair is in place, touch you up right before you walk down the aisle, add a little smoke to your eye as you transition to evening, and more. Your artist Jess will be there for every moment!


$3,500

THE LUXURY PACKAGE

A personal beauty concierge devoted to your comfort and beauty needs on your big day


This Package Includes:

1 in studio preview session for the bride

Hair and makeup for you the bride with an extended skin prep ritual for the ultimate glow


Hair and makeup artistry for up to 2 additional attendants, if desired. Additional ladies may be added for $400 each, please take into consideration time constraints during the getting ready time frame for a single artist.

Touch ups during photos and post ceremony...whenever you need them! 

Travel from initial location to venue

Look switch after ceremony if desired.


**Package includes the necessary styling time as determined by the artist, plus up to 5 hours of on location personal assisting.
**This package includes up to 1.5 hours of roundtrip travel to primary location and any travel to any secondary locations.
**On location personal assistance time begins as soon as the styling is completed and travel time to alternate locations also counts toward the time allotment.
**Additional time is available at the rate of $150 an hour.
**A 50% retainer is required to reserve this package.


While NorCal is home, I love to travel! I can come to you wherever you decide to say I Do!

Destination weddings get to enjoy the same rates and services included in our Deluxe Package for the main day of services, plus a custom day rate per additional day needed, plus the cost of travel and accommodations. Please inquire with the location and scheduling specifics for an exact quote.

Starting at $3,500

Destination Weddings

Wondering how to have the best skin & hair for your big day?

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Frequently Asked Questions

What about lashes?

We pride ourselves on our customized lash application! Through the use of individuals, trios of varying lengths and thicknesses, and seamless strip sections, we can get a one of a kind look on each and every client to best suit the desired look! We lean strongly towards this technique as it makes for a more long lasting lash, is much more comfortable, and they appear more natural in photos. Of course each individual eye shape and the desired effect is taken into consideration when making this decision.

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What is photo ready makeup?

When we say photo ready, we mean the products are designed to appear correctly in camera and the amount applied is calculated with the situation in mind-- performance is the focus and everything is suitable for both flash and natural lighting. And it is our goal to not only make you look gorgeous in pictures but in person as well! And regardless of the method of photography, we do not rely on retouching to make our clients look amazing! Our approach and products make our clients photograph beautifully and look amazing in person as well.

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What brands do you use?

We use many different brands and products, from luxury and professional lines. Dior, Charlotte Tilbury, NARS, MAC, Tigi, Big Sexy Hair, Kenra...these are just a few of the brands you might see when you book us. If it works the best, we use it!

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Is airbrush makeup better than regular makeup?

No, airbrush makeup is not better than other makeup. Professionally applied makeup is what is better! While we do occasionally utilize the method, an airbrush machine is just a tool, like the other brushes, wands, and sponges in our kit. Sometimes the actual foundation is the exact same formula we would be using with hand tools. So while airbrush ebbs and flows in the trend cycle, we like to let the needs of the client's skin to determine which products we use and how we apply them. Customization is key!

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Traumatized much?

Everyone has a makeup horror story: whether it is at a makeup counter, or for a friends wedding! Each Polish and Pout artist prides themselves on listening to the client (what they like, don’t like, lifestyle, everyday product usage), asking the right questions, and taking the time to figure out exactly what they want, what products would be best for them, and what look to achieve. Of course being professionals, we will make recommendations as far as what we think will look best for each individual client and help customize the look so that you feel comfortable while still being suitable for photography.

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Do I have to look over the top?

We never force our own “beauty agenda” or use more or less than someone is comfortable with. Ultimately it is YOUR event (not ours!) so how YOU feel is what matters most. We have done clients with full glam level makeup/hair and clients with a barely-there no makeup look and relaxed styling...There is no room for an artist’s personal artistry or ego when it comes to makeup and hair. It is all about YOU. Period.

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Are you only trained in bridal work?

Our experience and passion for the beauty industry runs deep. Me and my team have all been doing bridal and special event makeup and hair professionally for multiple decades. Most have managed or worked for luxury cosmetic lines, and all have done bridal, editorial, commercial, corporate, and lifestyle work. Our work has shown up on major film sets, runways, celebrities, and has been published both nationally and internationally.

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How experienced are you?

Me and my artists are trained above and beyond what is necessary for any occasion! We take pride in constantly updating our product knowledge, techniques, and trends. Regular makeup and hair classes, attending seasonal trainings and professional events, and countless hours of pouring over magazines, books, and blogs to learn about the latest and greatest in beauty is a huge part of what we do. No skin tone, eye shape, or special need is off limits!

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Additional Information and Details

Travel expense included in packages is based on local events. The first hour of travel is included. Any additional travel time will be charged the rate of $100 an hour. Travel times are calculated round trip from our studio in Loomis, CA. Accommodations may be necessary for certain out of town locations or early timelines. Please inquire for more details.

Large parties or those with certain time constraints that require extra artists may be charged an additional $400 per artist. This is rare and only in the event of a concise timeline with a large party.

Timelines and party sizes that require a start time before 7am locally and 8a out of town are subject to a convenience charge of $100/hr. Depending on how early the start time is, accommodations for the prior night may be necessary.

Weddings during peak season and those booked further than 9 months in advance may be subject to a higher contract minimum depending on the date, please inquire for further details.

Any booking may be canceled with 120 days or more advance notice with no charge, but any retainer or payments made will not be refunded. Cancellations closer than 120 days may incur a $500 cancellation fee. Cancellations made less than 60 days in advance are subject to payment in full.

A 30% non refundable retainer is due upon booking. This secures your date and goes toward your full balance, the remainder of which is due 14 days prior to your event. This is separate from the preview session cost. Dates cannot be held without a signed contract and retainer.

Personal assisting/on location touch ups (additional time after styling is complete) is $150 an hour.

Teens + HS Seniors

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Special Events + Photo

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Whether you were getting photos taken or just enjoying a night on the town, you deserve to feel and look your best for every occasion! Why not book pro makeup and hair at our lovely studio in Loomis, Ca!

Beauty adventures to be had

Studio Sessions

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Teens and HS SEniors

Hair & Makeup Package

We love our teen clients! Senior pics are our fave and prom is one of the best days of the year in our opinion! 

Hair and Makeup $300

Appointments take about 75 to 90 minutes total! 

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Special events + Photo

Hair & Makeup Package

Hair $200
Makeup $200
Hair AND Makeup $350

Family photos, engagement pics, special night out? I'll cater to you in studio to create the look you want!

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Appointments usually take 90 minutes total when booking hair and makeup.

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We know that carrying a line as a small business can be difficult to make happen, so we are thrilled to offer our Luna Rosa line to select artists and keep our minimum order requirements small. If you’re a beauty pro and interested in carrying the Luna Rosa line in your studio, drop us a line: 

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