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Blake Designs Hair + Makeup
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  • About
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  • Contact
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Frequently Asked Questions


How long have you been a Hair and Makeup Artist?

I started my makeup journey in 2013 and introduced hair styling services in 2014. I finished my hair dressing qualification in June 2022. For a more detailed insight into my journey go to my about section.


Do you offer hair and makeup services?

Yes, I offer both hair and makeup services. I apply traditional makeup. Lashes are included in the makeup application.

For hair I offer a variety of styles, including up-styles, down-styles, curls, braids, braids with extensions/festival braids). I am also a qualified hair dresser and take weekday bookings for hair dressing appointments.


What type of hair dressing do you do?

I specialise in the “lived in” / “natural” look. I am multi-skilled and can work with a variety of cuts, vibrant and vivid colours and also grey coverage. Due to my hair and makeup demand I may not always be available for hair dressing so please book in advance.


What makeup products do you use?

I use a wide range of products including mainstream brands from Mecca and Sephora. I like to trial the newest trending brands from Instagram. Some of the brands in my kit: Giorgio Armani, Dior, Urban Decay, Nars, Charlotte Tilbury, Modelrock lashes, DUO, Tarte, Benefit, Huda Beauty, Morphe, London Iconic, MAC, Graftobian, Too Faced, Marc Jacobs, Urban Decay, Jeffree Star, Gerard Cosmetics, NYX… the list is endless!!


How long does an appointment take?

Each service takes approximately 1 hour - a total of 2 hours if you were to book hair and makeup. Hair dressing appointment vary depending on the desired result.


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What if I have lash extensions or a lash lift?

Lash extensions can certainly work with a makeup application, stick on lashes can even be added depending on the desired look. Lash lifts are not compatible with stick on lashes and we don’t recommend getting a lash lift if you want false lashes added.


Do you sell touch up lipstick?

Yes, I stock most of the Modelrock lipstick range including liquid lipstick, standard matte lipsticks and glosses. I also stock a few shades of MAC lip liners.


Do you offer trials?

Yes: Trials are based out of the salon in Upper Coomera, these can be booked via my live calendar on my BOOK NOW tab.


How many artists do you have?

I mainly work on my own, but for large bridal parties I work with another hair stylist call Keren. She’s incredible and all her work is featured on my instagram - Here is her profile https://www.instagram.com/hair_bykeren/


What days are you available?

I take bookings Monday to Saturday, Sundays I am unavailable.


When and how can I book?

I have a live calendar for my studio bookings where you can access my calendar up to 6months. If you’re looking at a date past that time, please get in contact. For weddings I can book last minute or in advance depending on my availability, I don’t take bookings years in advanced as a lot can change in that time and find the best timing is up to 12months. At least by this rule you know someone can’t out book you as my calendar wont be open until the 12month mark.


Are you mobile?

Yes I am for hair styling and makeup, we travel for a minimum of 4 clients. We will travel locally to the Gold Coast and surrounding suburbs. Most bookings are now from my home studio in Upper Coomera.