10 Questions with Dora Petit

Dora Petit Makeup

Hair & Makeup Artist - Dora Petit

10 Questions with Dora Petit

1. Introduction: What's your story?

Hi! I’m Dora Petit, Makeup Artist, from Venezuela, I am the founder and lead makeup artist at Dora Petit Makeup, I have over 4 years of experience in the makeup industry, it started with some classes to learn how to do my own makeup and then I fell in love with the art of helping woman’s to improve their beauty, so I decided to continue my education in makeup and beauty, I love what I do, it makes me so happy to work with brides and be part of their most special day ever. In Dora Petit Makeup, we will make sure to exceed your expectations when hiring our service’s

2. What's your experience as a bridal hair & makeup artist? How many brides are in there in your portfolio?

Honestly, I’ve lost count on it. I’ve been blessed with so many brides, bridesmaids, I’ve been part of many happily ever after story’s :)

3. What are the different packages that you offer and which one is your most popular package?

Our packages are totally customizable, we understand that every wedding and bride are completely different, so we will make sure to provide you with the best options according to your needs.

You can customize your own package according to:

How many makeup’s you and your bridesmaids will need, bridal makeup trial, location, hair, retouch etc, feel free to ask anything you need

4. Do you have a team of assistants or will you be the only artist that day? What will happen if you're sick or have an emergency on the wedding day?

I am the lead makeup artist, but we have a great team that will assist us. I always make sure to have everything ready and doble check the day before. I like to arrive to my appointments 20 to 30 minutes early, so I can have plenty of time to organize my work area and be able to start on time. We are always prepare to solve any problems, so, don’t worry about it, we got you!

5. Do you charge a travel fee? For what distance? What does that cover?

We totally cover destination weddings! And we love them, we have broad experience with destination weddings, we charge a fee depending on the location.

6. Can the bride book a wedding makeup trial appointment and will you also do a trial before the wedding?

Yes, we highly recommend to do this before the weddings, you will feel more comfortable on your wedding day if you already know how are you gonna look like.

7. What beauty products do you use and would you be open to the bride using her own make-up?

We use high end makeup brands, long lasting and water proof makeup, if you want us to use your products, we can do that, no problem.

8. How can you make the bride's wedding makeup last and look good in photos?

Great products, and an excellent makeup technique, years of experience doing bridal makeup, I know what a Bride needs to look beautiful in person and on those pictures that will last for ever.

9. How long will makeup take on the day and how long will you be staying for on the day?

Every appointment goes between 45 minutes for a Glam Makeup and about an hour up to an hour and fifteen minutes for a Bridal Makeup. Our makeup’s are long lasting, up to 24 hours looking perfect, I usually leave the venue as soon as I finish a long day of work, always after making sure that everyone feels great with their makeup, but we can stay as long as you want. We charge a fee for staying for retouch.

10. What is your cancellation and/or refund policy?

We take a 30% deposit to schedule the appointment. No refunds.

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