Ghanaian wedding planners reveal the average cost of wedding makeup, what is included in the price, and other services to consider. Keep reading for more.
Makeup has today become one of the most essential elements of personal grooming and self-expression, transcending mere cosmetics to embody an art form that celebrates individuality, beauty, and creativity.
In the realm of weddings, this transformative power of makeup takes center stage, as brides-to-be entrust professional makeup artists with the task of enhancing their natural beauty and radiating confidence on their special day.
The role of makeup artists in the wedding industry has evolved significantly in recent years, as couples increasingly prioritize flawless aesthetics and picture-perfect moments for their nuptials. With the rise of social media platforms like Instagram and Pinterest, where wedding inspiration abounds, the demand for skilled makeup professionals capable of creating stunning bridal looks has never been higher.
In our previous article, JanaTribe listed 100 Ghanaian makeup artists that brides can book and even provided their Instagram handles as well as their contact details.
As couples prepare to embark on their journey of matrimony, one question looms large: how much does bridal makeup cost in Ghana? Here’s everything you need to know.
How much does bridal makeup artistry cost in Ghana?
Makeup artists are required for movies, serials, photoshoots, bridal shoots, and parties almost in every sphere of life. For this reason, the demand for this profession is increasingly growing as everyone wants to look their best.
Makeup artistry is one of the lucrative career opportunities to look out for if you are passionate about makeup.
Over the years, it has been revealed as one of the highest-paying hand skills one can learn and earn a living from.
How much does wedding makeup cost around the world? The average cost of wedding makeup is $140 per Brides.com. However, Felicia Graham, the founder of Felicia Graham Beauty in Jersey City, New Jersey, with 15 years of experience in the bridal beauty industry, asserts that the price can go as high as $1500.
Other online outlets also suggest a surprising price. According to Daysmart, makeup artists typically charge anywhere from $50 to $200 per hour.
An Asian website called Annieshah reports that bridal makeup is more expensive than party makeup.
“The main difference between the bridal and party makeup is that the former takes much longer to apply and is an entirely bespoke service. Even if the makeup look is simple that can be achieved quickly, the makeup artist would still spend more time on the bride making sure everything is perfect. In essence, you don’t want to rush this process and carefully select each product so that the bridal makeup not only looks fabulous but stays fabulous all day,” the blog post reads.
How much does wedding makeup cost in Ghana? Nana Ama Awuah, a Ghanaian wedding planner with Dream Wedding Planners, asserted in an educational video on the cost of a wedding in Ghana that the average cost of bridal makeup in Ghana is GHc3,000 ($223.49). She adds that brides looking for a luxurious makeup glow should budget as much as GHc10,000 ($744.96).
Another wedding planner in Ghana called xceedmac (who plans and coordinates luxury, classy, and elopement events) also shared the estimated rates of wedding vendors in 2024, revealing that the average cost of makeup is around GHc8,000 ($595.97).
One thing to note is that, for bridal makeup, mostly the trial and transportation are not included. This is the same as for hairstylists.
Although the prices may differ, you can as always get the artist within your budget by going through our list of 100 Famous Celebrity Makeup Artists in Ghana for Weddings & Other Events with Cheap Prices
Why are wedding makeup artists expensive?
The high prices of makeup artistry depend on where you’re getting beautified, the amount of expertise or experience your bridal artist has, the type of event they are working on, and the services they’re providing.
Cities where the cost of living is higher and locales that require extra travel will boost the total bill, while those working at a senior level versus a beginner level will charge more.
For example, a wedding may require a more experienced artist and take longer than a night out, so the price will be higher.
