5 Best Makeup Artists in Dubai (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

By Elara Kestrel, Health and Medical Expert · ✓ Data verified July 2026 · 8 min read

Wedding season in Dubai books out makeup artists months in advance, so waiting until the week of your event is the fastest way to end up with whoever's left. The makeup artists in Dubai on this list have logged over 1,600 Google reviews between them, and ratings run from 4.5 up to a perfect 5, so the real decision is less about who's good and more about which style and setting fits your event.

Short answer: Aana Khan Makeup Artist tops this list at a perfect 5.0 across 335 reviews, praised for home service and natural-looking results. Haneena also holds a 5.0 rating and specializes in bridal and celebrity looks with over 7 years of experience. Jadore Beauty Salon is the highest-volume option with 569 reviews at 4.5, useful if you want hair and nails handled at the same appointment.

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Dubai's makeup artists, side by side

#	Business	Rating	Reviews	Best for
1	Aana Khan Makeup Artist	5.0 ★	335	Overall / home service makeup	View ›
2	Jadore Beauty Salon	4.5 ★	569	Hair, nails, and makeup in one visit	View ›
3	Make-Up Atelier Training Center	4.9 ★	283	Makeup training and courses	View ›
4	Haneena \| Dubai Makeup Artist	5.0 ★	199	Bridal and celebrity makeup	View ›
5	NYX Professional Makeup	4.6 ★	256	Walk-in product try-on and quick looks	View ›

Our picks, reviewed

#1 Overall🕑 Open 7 days

Aana Khan Makeup Artist

5.0335 Google reviews

Aana Khan is a Dubai-based makeup and hair artist working out of Mudon, with an Instagram following built over what her bio describes as more than two decades in glam. She offers home service alongside in-salon appointments, and reviewers repeatedly mention her restrained, natural-looking approach along with a hairstylist on her team who handles complex styles.

What people praise

Home service makeup praised as seamless and comfortable
Natural, non-overdone results reviewers keep returning for
Hairstylist on the team can replicate specific requested looks
Clean, new salon space with free parking

Reputation scorecardrank in Dubai

Rating5 / 5

Review volume335 · 93th

Confidencehigh

Recency3 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown97% 5-star

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Our take: A perfect 5.0 across 335 reviews and the top spot on this list. This is the safest overall pick if you want a natural look rather than heavy glam.

Website +971551012262 Directions

F-001, Al Salam - Al Hebiah Sixth - Mudon - Dubai

#2🕑 Open 7 days

Jadore Beauty Salon

4.5569 Google reviews

Jadore Beauty Salon, on Sheikh Zayed Road in DIFC, is a full-service beauty salon covering hair, nails, waxing, and makeup rather than a makeup-only studio. Its own site describes a range from precision cuts to facials and makeup, and it's the highest-review-volume name on this list, though the reviews are more mixed than the others here.

What people praise

Regulars name specific technicians (Mahi for nails, Taima for hair) they return to repeatedly
Convenient DIFC location for a multi-service appointment
Long-time clients describe consistent quality over a year or more

Worth knowing

At least one detailed review describes a poor pedicure experience with hygiene concerns, worth asking which technician you'll be assigned

Reputation scorecardrank in Dubai

Rating4.5 / 5

Review volume569 · 98th

Confidencehigh

Recency5 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown83% 5-star

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Our take: The most-reviewed name here by volume, but the 4.5 average and one serious negative review mean it ranks behind the smaller, more consistently praised studios above.

Website Book now +971509703706 Directions

Sheikh Zayed Rd - Trade Center Second - DIFC - Dubai

#3🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Make-Up Atelier Training Center

4.9283 Google reviews

Make-Up Atelier Training Center, on Sheikh Zayed Road, is primarily a makeup school rather than a booking-for-your-event studio, established in Paris in 1986 and now operating in Dubai with an internationally recognized diploma. Reviews come mostly from students and course participants describing multi-week programs in bridal, Arabic, and special-effects makeup.

What people praise

Course participants describe hands-on training with real models to practice on
International certification cited as a draw for professionals
Staff described as supportive during unpredictable travel disruptions for international students

Worth knowing

This is a training academy first, so it's a different fit than booking a single makeup appointment

Reputation scorecardrank in Dubai

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume283 · 88th

Confidencehigh

Recency2 weeks ago

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Rating breakdown95% 5-star

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Our take: A near-perfect 4.9 across 283 reviews. Worth including here since it does offer makeup services, but it's the pick for learning the craft, not just getting made up for one event.

Website +971555119915 Directions

Dubai Sheikh Zayed Road 56 The Tower Plaza Hotel Office Number 1602 - Dubai

#4🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Haneena | Dubai Makeup Artist

5.0199 Google reviews

Haneena is a Dubai-based makeup artist working out of Business Bay, with her own site describing over 7 years of experience in bridal, celebrity, and event makeup. She's worked with clients including Indian actress Tejasswi Prakash, and her site emphasizes a signature skin-like, long-lasting finish rather than heavy coverage.

What people praise

Makeup described as lasting 7+ hours through long events without touch-ups
Reviewers specifically note she incorporates client preferences on products used
Team includes a hairstylist for a full bridal look

Reputation scorecardrank in Dubai

Rating5 / 5

Review volume199 · 78th

Confidencehigh

Recency4 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown96% 5-star

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Our take: A perfect 5.0 across 199 reviews, the smallest review count of the top names here but consistently glowing. A strong pick specifically for brides who want a long-wearing, natural finish.

Website +971581824676 Directions

Bay avenue mall - Al A'amal St - Business Bay - Dubai

#5🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

NYX Professional Makeup

4.6256 Google reviews

NYX Professional Makeup, in Dubai Mall, is a retail cosmetics store with in-house beauty advisors rather than an independent makeup artist. Reviews focus almost entirely on specific staff members helping customers pick shades and apply products in-store, making it a different kind of stop than the artist-led studios above.

What people praise

In-store beauty advisors praised by name for patient, unpushy shade-matching
No appointment needed for a quick consultation or product try-on
Central Dubai Mall location

Worth knowing

This is retail product application, not a full bridal or event booking

Reputation scorecardrank in Dubai

Rating4.6 / 5

Review volume256 · 83th

Confidencehigh

Recency11 days ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown87% 5-star

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Our take: At 4.6 across 256 reviews, this rounds out the list as the convenient option if you need a quick look or shade match rather than a booked artist for an event.

Website +97144190047 Directions

Dubai Mall - Financial Ctr St - Burj Khalifa - Downtown Dubai - Dubai

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How we score

Rating is the live Google average. Volume measures how many customers have rated the business relative to others on this page. Confidence weighs rating against volume, so a perfect score on a smaller review count scores lower than a strong score on a large one. Recency tracks how recently people are still reviewing. No business can pay to change these numbers.

How much does a makeup artist cost in Dubai? (2026)

None of the artists on this page publish pricing we can cite with confidence, and rates vary heavily by whether it’s a single event, a bridal package with trial, or home service versus in-studio. Get a written quote that specifies whether false lashes, hair styling, and touch-up kits are included before booking.

Covering Dubai

This list spans Business Bay, Downtown Dubai, DIFC, and Mudon, so a makeup artist near me in Dubai from this page is workable from most central neighborhoods, and several offer home service on top of their studio location.

What to ask before you book a makeup artist

Do you offer a trial session before the actual event?
Is home service available, and does it cost extra?
What products and brands do you use, in case of allergies?
How long does the makeup typically last for an event of this length?
Is a hairstylist included, or booked separately?
What’s your cancellation and rescheduling policy?

Frequently asked questions

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from public Google data. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner (badge and top placement), but that never changes another business’s score or position.

How did you choose these makeup artists?

We pulled makeup artists and studios in Dubai with a real, active Google Business Profile and ranked them by rating, review volume, and how recently customers are still leaving reviews.

How often is this updated?

This page reflects Google data verified in July 2026. We re-check ratings and review counts periodically as they change.

Which of these artists specializes in bridal makeup?

Haneena and Aana Khan both draw the most bridal-specific praise in their reviews.

Do any of these offer home service?

Aana Khan and Haneena both offer home service alongside their studio appointments.

The bottom line

Aana Khan is the safe overall pick, with a perfect rating and consistent praise for natural, home-service-friendly results. If you’re planning a wedding specifically, Haneena’s bridal track record makes her worth a look too. Book early, since Dubai’s top-rated names fill up fast around wedding season.

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