5 Best Makeup Artists in Toronto (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

Book the wrong makeup artist in Toronto and you find out on the worst possible day, in front of a camera, with no time to fix it. Between them, the artists on this page have racked up nearly 1,400 Google reviews, and every one of them still sits at 4.9 stars. That kind of agreement is rare, so the real work here isn't finding someone good. It's matching their specialty (bridal, editorial, everyday glam) to what you actually need.

Short answer: Makeup by Nida & Team leads with 4.9 stars across 793 reviews, the deepest track record on this list and a mobile team that covers the whole GTA. Glow Makeup + Hair (4.9, 226 reviews) and Beauty by Krimse (4.9, 132 reviews) round out strong picks for salon-based and bridal work. Expect mobile bridal packages to run from roughly CAD 150 to 400+ per person depending on team size and travel.

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1. Makeup by Nida & Team
2. Glow Makeup + Hair
3. Beauty By Krimse
4. Brush Me Up
5. House of blush by sush
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How Toronto's top makeup artists stack up

#	Business	Rating	Reviews	Best for
1	Makeup by Nida & Team	4.9 ★	793	Mobile bridal & group bookings	View ›
2	Glow Makeup + Hair	4.9 ★	226	Salon hair + makeup combined	View ›
3	Beauty By Krimse	4.9 ★	132	Bridal makeup with a personal touch	View ›
4	Brush Me Up	4.9 ★	128	Full bridal party glam	View ›
5	House of blush by sush	4.9 ★	117	Bridal makeup with Indian wedding experience	View ›

Meet the artists

#1 Overall🕑 Open 7 days

Makeup by Nida & Team

4.9793 Google reviews

Makeup by Nida & Team is a mobile hair and makeup service covering Toronto and the wider GTA, with additional teams in Calgary and Vancouver. They handle bridal, semi-bridal, and non-bridal packages, sending artists directly to homes, hotels, and venues. Lead artist Nida is certified by Mario Dedivanovic (Kim Kardashian's makeup artist), and the team's approach leans toward traditional blow-outs and romantic up-dos alongside full glam.

What people praise

Praised repeatedly for staying flexible when timelines or plans shift last minute
Multiple junior artists (Usmeet, Erum, Shweta) singled out by name for calm, attentive service
Handles large bridal parties, including hair and makeup for multiple people at once
Makeup holds up through long events, dancing, and tears

Worth knowing

A group booking miscommunication over exact services (makeup vs. hair) surfaced in one review, so confirm the full service list per person in writing

Reputation scorecardrank in Toronto

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume793 · 98th

Confidencevery high

Recency3 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown93% 5-star

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Our take: The largest review base on this page by a wide margin, and the rating hasn't slipped. Our top pick for anyone booking a bridal party rather than a single face.

Website +1647-931-0177 Directions

219 Fort York Blvd, Toronto, ON M5V 1B1

#2🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Glow Makeup + Hair

4.9226 Google reviews

Glow Makeup + Hair is a downtown Toronto salon offering hair, makeup, and nail services, founded by a team with roots in Papua New Guinea. The salon pairs makeup artistry with full hairstyling and color work, and reviewers frequently mention owner Tahira and stylist Char by name for both bridal and everyday looks.

What people praise

Strong repeat-client loyalty for both haircuts and color, not just makeup
Reviewers highlight a genuine consultation before every appointment
Praised for handling curly and textured hair with care

Worth knowing

One detailed review described a coloring service (highlights) going wrong and ending in a partial refund, a reminder to bring clear reference photos for any chemical service

Reputation scorecardrank in Toronto

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume226 · 88th

Confidencehigh

Recency2 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown97% 5-star

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Our take: A strong pick if you want makeup and hair handled under one roof, though the one negative review is worth reading if you're booking a color-heavy service.

Website Book now +1416-862-2825 Directions

376 Bathurst St Unit 101, Toronto, ON M5T 2S6

#3🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Beauty By Krimse

4.9132 Google reviews

Beauty by Krimse is a Toronto-based bridal makeup and hair service run by artist Krimse, covering weddings, receptions, and special events like baby showers and birthdays. The business also lists bridal-shop and wedding-service categories on its Google profile, suggesting a focus squarely on event work.

What people praise

Reviewers consistently describe feeling calm and comfortable during long bridal mornings
Handles back-to-back looks (ceremony and reception) for the same client
Frequently praised for honest suggestions rather than just agreeing with every request

Reputation scorecardrank in Toronto

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume132 · 78th

Confidencemoderate

Recency2 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown97% 5-star

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Our take: A smaller operation than the top two, but the reviews read as genuinely personal rather than templated, and the rating has held at 4.9 across every review we could see.

Website +1437-987-6427 Directions

33 University Ave, Toronto, ON M5J 2S7

#4↩ Responds to reviews

Brush Me Up

4.9128 Google reviews

Brush Me Up is a bridal hair and makeup team serving Toronto, the GTA, and Durham Region, with press mentions from Vogue and WedLuxe. The site describes 15-plus years of combined experience and a specialty in Asian bridal looks, soft glam, and camera-ready finishes, including tattoo coverage as an add-on.

What people praise

Multiple artists named across reviews (Rowida, Ruby, Alana, Tisa) all described as calm under pressure
Makeup and hairstyles reported to last through full wedding days, including dancing and outdoor photos
Handles the full bridal party, not just the bride, including mothers

Reputation scorecardrank in Toronto

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume128 · 73th

Confidencemoderate

Recency3 months ago

Info completenesssite

Rating breakdown98% 5-star

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Our take: Strong for bridal parties specifically, backed by trade press mentions that most artists on this page don't have.

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#5🕑 Open 7 days

House of blush by sush

4.9117 Google reviews

House of Blush by Sush is a Toronto bridal hair and makeup artist run by Sush, who also serves Dubai clients according to her Instagram bio. Reviews describe a focus on Indian and South Asian bridal looks across multiple wedding-week events, alongside general photoshoot and editorial work.

What people praise

Repeatedly praised for calming nervous brides before high-stakes events
Experienced with multi-day wedding schedules (mehndi, ceremony, reception) for the same client
Also booked for professional photoshoots, not just weddings

Worth knowing

Runs primarily through Instagram rather than a standalone booking site, so confirm availability directly

Reputation scorecardrank in Toronto

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume117 · 68th

Confidencemoderate

Recency2 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown96% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A solid choice if your event is a multi-day South Asian wedding specifically. The smallest review count here, but every one we read was consistent in tone.

Website +1647-891-8027 Directions

33 University Ave, Toronto, ON M5J 2S7

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How we scored these artists

Rating is each business’s live Google average. Review volume measures how many customers actually left a review, which tells you how proven the track record is, not just how good the average looks. Confidence blends the two so a 4.9 from nearly 800 reviews counts for more than a 4.9 from 120. Recency checks how recently people are still reviewing them. No business can pay to change any of these numbers.

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

Mobile bridal makeup in the GTA typically runs higher than a single salon appointment because it includes travel and often a trial session. Group bookings for a bridal party usually bring the per-person cost down slightly.

Serving Toronto and the GTA

Most of the artists here work across downtown Toronto, the Fort York and Bathurst corridors, and University Avenue, with several offering mobile service across the wider Greater Toronto Area, including Mississauga, Vaughan, and Durham Region. If you’re searching for a makeup artist near me in Toronto, mobile service to your home or venue is standard for bridal bookings.

What to ask before you book a makeup artist

Do you offer a trial session before the wedding day, and is it included?
How many people can your team handle at once for a bridal party?
Do you travel to my venue, and is there a travel fee?
What products do you use, and can you accommodate sensitive skin?
How long will the makeup last, and what touch-ups do you provide day-of?
Can I see recent work in lighting similar to my event (indoor, outdoor, evening)?

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 real, verified Google Business Profiles for makeup artists serving Toronto and ranked them using live ratings, review volume, and how recently customers were still reviewing them.

How often is this updated?

This page reflects Google data verified in July 2026 and is refreshed periodically as ratings and review counts change.

Should I book a trial before my wedding day?

Most bridal specialists on this list recommend it, especially if you want a specific look like traditional South Asian bridal or a heavy glam finish. It also confirms travel logistics ahead of time.

Do these artists travel outside downtown Toronto?

Several serve the full GTA and beyond, including Durham Region and destination weddings. Confirm travel fees when booking.

The bottom line

For a bridal party or a large group booking, Makeup by Nida & Team’s review volume gives you the most proof of consistency. For a smaller, more personal bridal experience, Beauty by Krimse and House of Blush by Sush both earn their 4.9 with genuinely warm feedback. Book a trial before any wedding day, no matter who you choose.

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