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Special effects makeup in Dubai

Themed, fantasy and dramatic looks for photoshoots, parties and events. We agree the look together.

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Look ideas

Look ideas to start from

Ten ideas for a themed event, a photoshoot or a party. Send me one of these or your own, and I will quote it.

  • Glitter galaxy

    Shimmering stars, metallic tones and glitter accents, for sci-fi events or glamorous galas.

    AI-generated reference for the Glitter galaxy idea: a blue and violet smoky eye with a silver liner and small silver stars on the cheekbone

  • Fairy tale

    Pastel shades, delicate sparkles and floral details, for themed parties or a wedding with a whimsical twist.

    Woman with a pink feather and pink flower headpiece, bold makeup and a pink dupatta

  • Zombie transformation

    Decaying skin, faux wounds and a ghastly complexion, for Halloween or horror-themed events.

    AI-generated reference for the Zombie transformation idea: a pale grey-green face with shadowed eyes and a faux wound on the cheek

  • Fantasy mermaid

    Shimmering scales, iridescent highlighter and blue, purple and green tones, with pearl or shell accents.

    AI-generated reference for the Fantasy mermaid idea: blue, teal and purple scales on the cheekbone with pearls at the corner of the eye

  • Vintage Hollywood

    Bold red lips, winged eyeliner and subtle contouring, a timeless look for any occasion.

    Close-up of a woman with silver-blue curly hair and red lips, a fingertip against her lips

  • Bold animal prints

    Leopard spots, tiger stripes or snake scales, in vivid colours with precise designs.

    AI-generated reference for the Bold animal prints idea: orange and black leopard spots and tiger stripes painted on the cheek and forehead

  • Fantasy warrior

    Metallic face paint, bold strokes and intricate details inspired by mythical fighters, for cosplay or themed events.

    AI-generated reference for the Fantasy warrior idea: bronze and gold metallic strokes across the eye and cheekbone

  • Galaxy eyes

    A galaxy effect in deep purples, blues and whites on the eyes, on a soft base.

    AI-generated reference for the Galaxy eyes idea: purple and blue eyelids dotted with small white stars

  • Gothic vampire

    Pale skin, dark smoky eyes and deep burgundy lips, for gothic-themed events or Halloween parties.

    AI-generated reference for the Gothic vampire idea: pale skin, dark smoky eyes and deep burgundy lips

  • Floral mask

    Bold colours and intricate petal designs, for masquerade balls or garden-themed events.

    AI-generated reference for the Floral mask idea: painted magenta, red and coral petals around both eyes

The photos beside Fairy tale and Vintage Hollywood are from my portfolio. The other pictures are AI-generated, only to show what an idea can look like. They are not photos of my work.

Good to know

Priced by quotation

There is no fixed price list for special effects makeup. Send me the idea, the date and where it is for, and I will quote it.

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Plan ahead

Before you book special effects makeup

Three things that help a special effects look go smoothly.

  • Allow more time than for beauty makeup

    Special effects take longer than a party or everyday look. A small effect can be quick, while a full transformation often takes several hours, and taking it off takes time too.

  • Tell me about your skin

    Adhesives and some special effects products can irritate sensitive skin. Before the day, tell me about any allergies, latex in particular, and any skin condition.

  • Ask early

    The more elaborate the look, the more notice it needs. Message me as soon as you know the date.

Your quote

What to send me for a quote

The more I know about the idea, the closer my quote will be.

  • The look you have in mind, one of the ideas above or your own, with photos or a mood board
  • The date, and the time you need me
  • Where the shoot, party or event is
  • How many people need the look
  • Whether it is for a shoot, a party or an event

Themed and dramatic looks in the portfolio

A flower headpiece on a white horse, a hooded costume being made up on set, a very long dark-green gown, a long red gown, ruffled sleeves and a turquoise sports car.

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  • Woman in a cream dress and a red flower headpiece sitting on a white horse in the desert
  • Makeup artist in a navy t-shirt working on a seated person in a black hooded costume
  • Woman in a very long dark-green gown spread across the ground in front of city buildings
  • Woman in a long black dress with an embellished bodice standing in an arched stone colonnade
  • Woman in a colourful floral gown with pink ruffled sleeves standing beside a creek
  • Woman in a long fitted red gown with a white embroidered hem standing on a white floor
  • Makeup artist in a navy t-shirt working on a person in a black hooded costume, seen from another angle
  • Woman with long blonde hair in a black cardigan sitting in a turquoise sports car

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