This past Saturday, I had the pleasure of doing makeup for a beautiful Sweet 16 birthday celebration! For many families in the USA, turning 16 is a huge milestone.
My lovely teen client was celebrating her very first time having her makeup professionally done. Since she didn’t normally wear much makeup, she felt a bit nervous at first. To make her comfortable, we scheduled a trial session one month before the party, where we planned out her look and made sure everything felt natural and to her style.
The Makeup Look
Her dress was a gorgeous blush pink gown, paired with a delicate crown and she looked like a modern-day princess! Naturally, we wanted the makeup to complement her outfit while still keeping her in her comfort zone.
This is how we created her Sweet 16 makeup look:
Complexion: We kept the base light, natural and glowing by adding some more highlighter. The focus was on youthful skin that looked fresh both in person and in photos.
Blush: Since her dress was blush pink, we chose a soft neutral-pink blush, and at the very end added a touch more so that her face wouldn’t appear washed out against the gown.
Eyes: For the eyes, we went with a soft, neutral glam eye look, keeping it subtle yet photo-ready. With a touch of rose gold tones on the lid, the result was elegant but not overwhelming for someone new to makeup.
Lips: We finished with a soft pink lip topped with gloss for a fresh finish.
The look was classic, feminine and polished and exactly how she imagined it. Most importantly, my client loved that she felt comfortable and ready to shine on her big day.
As a professional makeup artist, I specialize in customizing each look to the person in front of me. Celebrations like Sweet 16s, quinceañeras, proms and milestone birthdays are once-in-a-lifetime events, and makeup is a huge part of making clients feel their absolute best.
What I love most is seeing that transformation, not just physically, but in the way someone carries themselves after hair and makeup is done. For this Sweet 16 birthday party, watching my client’s smile light up when she saw the finished look was priceless.
If you are planning a Sweet 16, quinceañera, prom, or special occasion in Arizona, I would love to help you feel beautiful, confident, and photo-ready for your big day. Whether you want a natural makeup look, a soft glam or a more dramatic style, I customize every detail so it fits your personality and enhances your natural beauty.
Booking Tip: Don’t wait until the last minute! Just like this client, scheduling a makeup trial before your event ensures we design a look you’ll feel 100% confident about.
Contact me today to reserve your date and let’s create a look that makes your milestone celebration unforgettable.