Award-winning makeup artist

Makeup artist in Dubai for brides, parties & photoshoots

Hi, I'm Barna. I create looks that feel natural, photograph beautifully and last all day, and I come to you.

See bridal & party looks

Party makeup from AED 400 · Bridal from AED 1,000

  • Certified by the London College of Makeup
  • 10+ years of experience
  • On location across the UAE
Barna, makeup artist in Dubai, seated in an ivory and gold chair wearing a black lace dress

Portfolio

Looks that photograph beautifully

Recent bridal, party and shoot looks, close enough to see the skin, the eyes and the finish.

  • Close-up of a woman wearing a pearl headpiece, nose chain, heavy gold choker and statement earringsBridal
  • Close-up of a woman with smoky eye makeup wearing a pearl choker with green and red stonesParty
  • Three models in bold colours posed together at a fashion shootFashion show
  • Close-up of a bride in a red dupatta with red bridal makeup and gold jewelleryBridal
  • Woman with pink and purple eye makeup in a pink dupatta and pearl necklace, one hand at her earringParty
  • Model in a denim waistcoat and black top posing in front of a brand backdrop at a commercial shootCommercial
  • Bride in an ivory and gold outfit with a sheer veil, holding a bouquet of white rosesBridal
  • Woman in a bright pink and green patterned outfit with a pink headscarf and beaded braidsOccasion

Services

Makeup for the moments that matter to you

Tell me the occasion, your outfit and the venue. I shape the look around you, not a template.

Kind words

Clients remember how they felt

From brides, designers and guests who sat in my chair.

  • I felt confident and beautiful throughout the day. She listened to my preferences and tailored the makeup to suit my style perfectly.

    Aisha KhanBridal client
  • She created bold, dramatic looks for the models that perfectly complemented the theme of the collection. Every look was executed flawlessly, and the makeup stayed perfect under the runway lights.

    Jessica LimFashion show client
  • She transformed me for a gala event, and I received compliments all night long. The makeup was elegant, glowing, and felt so comfortable.

    Sarah AhmedGala event client

Packages and pricing

Clear prices, so you can ask without worry

These are starting prices in AED. Send me your date, venue and the look you love, and I confirm your exact quote before you book.

For parties and occasions

Party

From AED 400

  • Full-face makeup tailored to your event: chic, bold or natural glam
  • Glitter or shimmer eye options
Hair styling add-on
AED 200
Get a party quote

For photoshoots and corporate events

Photoshoot

From AED 1,500

  • Full-face makeup in your preferred style: natural, glam or bold
  • A 60-minute session with touch-ups included
Hair styling add-on
AED 500
Get a photoshoot quote

For galas, launches and exclusive events

Commercial and events

Quotationpriced to the job

  • A custom look designed for the event and your style, from red carpet to high fashion
  • Premium and luxury makeup brands, with hair styling and skincare prep
  • Priority scheduling and on-location availability
  • Confidentiality and exclusivity agreements on request
Request a quotation

Wedding dates fill up. If you have one, ask as early as you can.

Makeup artist in black styling the hair of a model in a sage-green embellished outfit and layered necklace, backstage at an event

About

Hi, I'm Barna

I'm a makeup artist based in Dubai, certified by the London College of Makeup. For 10+ years I have created looks for brides, celebrities and beauty lovers who simply want to feel their best.

My style is simple: enhance the natural beauty you already have with a touch of elegance and glamour. I do every client's makeup myself, and I come to you, at home, at your hotel or at your venue, anywhere in the UAE.

Say hello on WhatsApp

Training and awards

I trained on the Asian & Arabic Make-up Certificate Course at the London College of Make-up, Dubai in 2020. Tap a certificate to see it in full. They are issued under my full name, Shahanaz Begum; Barna is the name I work under.

  • Certificate from London College of Make-up, Dubai, for the Asian and Arabic Make-up Certificate Course, March 2020

    2020

    Asian & Arabic Make-up Certificate Course

    London College of Make-up, Dubai

  • Women Achievers Award 2018 certificate naming Shahanaz Begum (Barna) as Best Make-up Artist

    2018

    Best Make-up Artist, Women Achievers Award

    SDES, organised by Strikers Dance & Entertainment Services

  • Makeup Art Academy certificate stating second place in the Best Make Up Artist Contest 2022, beauty category

    2022

    Second place, Best Make Up Artist Contest

    Makeup Art Academy Dubai, beauty category

  • Wonder Mom Awards 2022 certificate of appreciation, dated 20 November 2022

    2022

    Certificate of appreciation, Wonder Mom Awards

    Wonder Mom Awards, powered by Danube

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How it works

Booking is three easy steps

It starts with one message.

  1. Message me

    Send your date, location and the look you have in mind on WhatsApp, or call. I will confirm availability and your price.

  2. Confirm your date

    I confirm your booking on WhatsApp; if it needs a deposit, I tell you before I confirm. Brides start with a free consultation to agree their look, and a rehearsal is optional, for AED 600.

  3. Enjoy your day

    I come to your home, hotel or venue anywhere in the UAE: AED 100 within Dubai, other emirates quoted per booking. Bridal makeup uses long-wear, waterproof products.

Questions

Good to know before you book

Can't see your question? Message me and I will answer it personally.

How much does bridal makeup cost in Dubai?

Full bridal makeup on the wedding day starts from AED 1,000, and the pre-wedding consultation is free. A bridal makeup rehearsal is optional, for AED 600. Makeup for your bridal party (bridesmaids, mother) starts from AED 400 per person, and on-location service is AED 100 within Dubai.

What is included in bridal and Nikkah makeup?

Nikkah and bridal looks are a specialty. In the free consultation we agree your look, whether traditional, modern or fully customised, and what your booking covers: lashes, hair styling and dupatta or veil setting can be included, depending on your look and needs, and I confirm the price with it. If you book a rehearsal, we agree in the consultation what it trials.

Will you do my makeup yourself?

Yes. I do every client's makeup myself, on every booking.

Where do appointments take place, and is there a travel fee?

I come to you: your home, hotel or venue, anywhere in the UAE. On-location service is AED 100 within Dubai. For the other emirates, send me the location and I will quote the travel with your price.

How do I reserve my date, and what if my plans change?

Message me on WhatsApp or call +971 55 333 0607 with your date, location and the look you have in mind, and I will confirm availability and your price. I confirm your booking on WhatsApp, and if it needs a deposit, I tell you before I confirm. If you need to move or cancel, message me as early as you can and we will agree it case by case. For weddings, ask as early as you can.

How long does the appointment take?

It depends on the look and on how many people need makeup, so I confirm the timing with your booking. Tell me the time you need to be ready, and I will tell you when I need to start.

Can you work with my skin type and the look I want?

Yes. I choose the products and the preparation for your skin type and any concerns, such as dry, oily or sensitive skin, and I work with every skin tone. I do Arabic, Asian and Western looks, from natural to full glam.

Will my makeup last all day?

Bridal makeup uses long-wear techniques and waterproof products, so it holds up through the ceremony, the photos and the celebration.

How much is party makeup, and can you style my hair?

Party makeup starts from AED 400. Hair styling can be added for AED 200, or AED 500 with photoshoot makeup.

Do you work on fashion shows, photoshoots and brand events?

Yes. I do fashion show, photoshoot and commercial event makeup. Photoshoot makeup starts from AED 1,500. Fashion shows and commercial work are quoted per job, so send me the details.

Are you certified?

Yes. I completed the Asian & Arabic Make-up Certificate Course at the London College of Make-up in Dubai in March 2020, and I hold awards from 2018 and 2022. You can open each certificate in full above.

I am a makeup artist or hair stylist. Can I join your team?

Yes, you are welcome to introduce yourself. Makeup artists, hair stylists and assistants can read how the team works, agree to the standards and send me their details on WhatsApp. Applying is free and it does not promise a role.

Read the standards and how to apply

Book your look

Tell me about your date

Send your event, date and venue, and I will confirm availability and your price. The message opens ready to send; you only add the details.

  • Free bridal consultation
  • Starting prices published above
  • On location across the UAE
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