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The Makeup Connection

Oakland, CA, Alameda

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Hire me and my team because we are makeup artists you can trust. Our passion is quality artistry and a happy customer. Our forte is enhancing your features - not hiding them. We are here to give you red carpet confidence. We offer both "On-Location" and "In-Studio" Appointments!

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7 November 2019

I had a makeup lesson with Lexi and I learned a lot in the short amount of time we had. I asked her to teach me bridal makeup and just overall contouring and highlighting. Lexi's studio is bright, open and in an area of town where there is plenty of parking and close by to transit. I was really impressed with the amount of products she had from Elf to Smashbox, Mac, Anastasia, Kryolan, and Glossier.The way that she laid out the lesson worked very well for me. She did half the side of my model's (friend's) face and explained the color selection and technique. Then I applied the other side of the my model's face. I've been practicing on my face and on friends' for a few weeks now and I can say that I'm already applying much better makeup techniques in comparison to before. I definitely will be back for more lessons and maybe even a makeup application in the future.Thanks Lexi! More...

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7 September 2019

I cannot possibly recommend Lexi highly enough. I got married on July 20th and Lexi took care of hair and make-up for me and my bridal party, and everyone looked and felt incredible. I had a trial a few months prior where we got to talk about my ideas and concerns and Lexi was an expert listener, clarified what I meant, asked for input, and explained her rationale when giving suggestions. I have long, super fine, super curly hair and I'm always a little anxious letting anyone else do it, but Lexi was a pro. The style held up through the night  and looked great in photos. No smoothing down frizzies or constantly tucking in bobby pins! I don't usually wear a ton of make-up and wanted to look like myself, and Lexi was totally on board for my vision. We tweaked a couple things day-of (softening the contour, change up the lip color a little bit) and it turned out so perfect in photos.But the thing that impressed me the most was Lexi's ability to be flexible and inclusive of the needs of my bridal party. I had an attendant who had recently come out as non-binary, and was feeling anxious about the hair/make-up process, not wanting to feel forced into a style that was too femme. They were unable to do a trial due to living out of state, but Lexi had them find photos of styles they were drawn to and send them along. She was patient as my attendant waded through the options to find something that felt right, and when they landed on the style they liked, Lexi totally delivered. She listened carefully, adjusted to their needs, and they felt so seen, heard, and loved in the process. It totally changed the tone of the day for them. They went from worrying about feeling out of place to feeling like they could be 100% themself. It made me so happy. THANK YOU, Lexi! You're amazing!! More...

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30 June 2019

I was so impressed by Lexi! She was very quick to respond to my initial email, and followed up on all my questions and concerns. I don't wear much makeup but had a black tie event and she did a wonderful job of making sure I was comfortable with what she was doing while making me look amazing for the event. I got so many compliments! My makeup looked just as good when I got home as when I left. I will definitely be a repeat client! More...

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16 May 2019

Lexi was amazing. I didn't do a trial prior so you can imagine my nerves the day of. I asked for full face glam, very non traditional for a bride I must say. Lexi didn't try to change my mind and listened to what I wanted and delivered. She put me at ease. I am not use to wearing full face but for the photos I have zero regrets. It came out just as I wanted and exceeded expectations.she did my daughters hair and makeup also. She looked  extra beautiful that day. ihope to glam w her again soon!! More...

Reviewed on Yelp

6 April 2019

I felt so amazing leaving the Makeup Connection! She really makes you feel comfortable and uses top of the line product. She can accentuate your natural look or give you the night-out-on-the-town face. I had waxed too much of my eyebrows off and she was able to fix me without looking overdone at all. So grateful I came and will definitely be back! More...

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15 December 2018

I was thrilled to get an appointment on a Saturday with Elexis and even more happy​ with the makeup she did for me. I had a show that evening and was so busy I forgot to even think about my make up. I figured I would just see if it was possible and she emailed​ me-then gave me a call because I was hoping for something soon. Loved it. I told her where I was going​ and she mentioned a couple of​ options (super helpful) and I decided to go with a little​ bit of glamour but more of a "party" look. She made me feel fabulous. The makeup​​ lasted for the whole night/event. It was also a bonus that her place was right around the corner from my place. Easy to get to and parking was ok too. Her prices were reasonable as well. Elexis was totally professional and easy to be around. That was really important for me. I was already feeling a bit self-conscious​ about it so...thank you Elexis! Will be happy to have her do my make up again soon. More...

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23 August 2018

All I can tell is  if you wanna naturally look 10 years younger ask for Elexis, she is amazing

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