Business Details
Professional Mobile Hair & Makeup Services Melbourne
Established by Pippa Wise, The Makeup Chair delivers premium mobile hair and makeup services across Melbourne and surrounding areas. With over 25 years of industry experience, we specialise in creating polished, camera-ready looks using cruelty-free professional products. Our services cater to weddings, special events, and private bookings, with a network of skilled artists available for larger groups. Clients appreciate our calm, professional approach and commitment to quality, ensuring every client feels confident and radiant.We prioritise personalised consultations, offering trials to perfect styles and ensure satisfaction. Our mobile service includes travel within 10km of Ringwood, with transparent pricing and flexible booking options. We exclusively use cruelty-free brands like Charlotte Tilbury and Kevin Murphy, reflecting our ethical standards. As a trusted local business, we combine technical expertise with creative flair to meet diverse client needs, from subtle enhancements to full glamour transformations.
Services
Makeup Application
Hair Styling
Wedding Trials
Group Bookings
Cruelty-Free Products
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in professional hair and makeup artistry.
- Our mobile service brings premium styling to your preferred location.
- We exclusively use cruelty-free, high-quality professional makeup and hair brands.
- Flexible booking options accommodate both individual and group requirements.
- Our trials ensure perfect style execution for weddings and special events.
What people say
Spectacular hair and makeup
Calm and friendly personality
Most beautiful versions
Highly recommended
Privilege to work with
Services
Makeup Application
Professional makeup services using cruelty-free products tailored to client preferences. Offers classic fresh looks, full glamour styles, and age-specific applications. Includes lash enhancements and airbrush techniques for long-lasting, camera-ready results suitable for weddings, events, and special occasions.
Hair Styling
Custom hair styling services for all lengths and occasions. Specialises in updos, braids, curls, and blow-dries using premium products. Accommodates short, medium, and long hair with optional extensions. Provides age-appropriate styles for juniors and simplified options for children.
Wedding Trials
Pre-event trial sessions to perfect makeup and hair styles. Allows clients to test looks, discuss preferences, and ensure satisfaction. Essential for brides to finalise their wedding day appearance while considering hair type and styling requirements.
Group Bookings
Coordinated styling for multiple clients with assistance from a network of professionals. Ideal for bridal parties, corporate events, and family celebrations. Ensures consistent quality across all attendees while maintaining individual style preferences.
Cruelty-Free Makeup
Exclusive use of cruelty-free professional brands like Charlotte Tilbury and Urban Decay. Offers vegan options upon request. Combines ethical standards with high-performance products for flawless, long-lasting results across all makeup applications.
People
Pippa Wise
Principal Artist
Award-winning hair and makeup artist with 25+ years' experience specialising in mobile bridal services. Known for calm professionalism and expertise in airbrush techniques. Leads a network of skilled artists across Melbourne.
Questions
What services does The Makeup Chair offer?
We provide mobile hair and makeup services for weddings, engagements, formals, and special events, including trials and group bookings.
Do you use cruelty-free products?
Yes, all products are cruelty-free from brands like Charlotte Tilbury and Urban Decay. Vegan options available upon request.
How far in advance should I book?
Popular dates book early - ideally 4-5 months before events. Some clients book over 12 months ahead for peak seasons.
Are trials necessary?
Trials are strongly recommended for brides to perfect styles and ensure satisfaction with products and techniques.
What's included in travel fees?
Travel within 10km of Ringwood is free. Additional travel charged at $1/km beyond that radius, with accommodation required for locations over 150km from Doncaster.
Can you accommodate large groups?
Yes, we have a network of professional artists to handle multiple clients simultaneously while maintaining quality standards.
