Planning your dream wedding in Lisbon, Portugal? Then you’ll want to feel like your most radiant self on your big day, and that’s where the magic of the right makeup artist comes in. Lisbon is home to some of the most talented professionals in the wedding industry, known for their expertise, artistry, and ability to make you feel calm and beautiful from the first brush stroke.
As a wedding photographer, I’ve had the pleasure of working alongside many incredible artists. And whether you’re a local bride or planning a destination wedding in Portugal, this list of the 10 best bridal makeup artists in Lisbon will help you find someone you can truly trust and that will make you feel your best self in one of the most special days of your life.
Let’s dive into some of my favourite makeup artists in Lisbon: each with their own magic, experience, and passion.
- AMÊ Beauty
- Cati Beauty
- Raquel Estevens
- Vera Mordido
- Inês Plácido
- Yara Lacerda
- Francisca Bairros
- Catarina Duque
- Fresh Faced
- Inês Matos
AMÊ Beauty
AMÊ Beauty is a team created by Andreia de Almeida (former Le Haut) and Rita Trigo (former Top Knot). After years of working in the wedding industry and constantly bumping into each other at weddings, these two decided to join forces, and thank goodness they did!
They specialize in bridal hair and makeup, mostly working in Lisbon, Cascais and Sintra. But honestly? They’ll happily go wherever your special day takes place.
Even though AMÊ Beauty is a recent brand, Andreia and Rita bring over a decade of experience to the table. Their work has already been featured in top publications like Vogue Italy and Hola Novias.
With AMÊ Beauty, you can 100% trust your hair and makeup (and your guests’ too!) to a talented, organized, and caring team. They’re known for their personalized service, starting with skincare advice and prep and staying by your side until the final touch on your wedding day.
Cati Beauty
Cati Beauty is one of the most well-known names among makeup artists in Lisbon, and for good reason! With over 11 years in the industry, her work has graced the pages of Vogue Portugal, The WED, and even British Vogue. She’s also been recognized on Carats & Cake as one of Europe’s top wedding MUAs.
Her signature? Fresh, modern, and glowing. Cati’s love for bridal beauty runs deep, and she has a way of making her clients feel seen, heard, and empowered.
Cati is highly rated for bridal hair and makeup, specially for destination weddings. You can easily find testimonials of her work from international brides.
Cati’s contagious smile and calm energy make her a true joy to have around on your wedding day. She’s super organized and ensures every little detail is taken care of, so you can just focus on enjoying your day and looking incredible while doing it. She will be there by your side celebrating your special day with you, feeling all the emotions and making sure you’ll be your best, looking great and feeling confident with a makeup that will last the whole day.
Raquel Estevens
Raquel Estevens is a professional makeup artist based in Lisbon with a background in bridal, fashion campaigns, and television. She’s also the go-to artist for many Portuguese actresses and influencers.
You’ll recognize her work by her radiant skin tones, playful use of colour, and the confidence she helps her brides embody. She’s been featured in wedding magazines like The WED.
And this one’s personal: Raquel did the makeup for my own wedding. Her calming presence, easygoing nature, and attention to detail made such a difference on what could’ve been a stressful morning. I still absolutely love how I looked (and felt) that day. I couldn’t recommend her more.
Vera Mordido
If you’ve been to a wedding in Portugal or browsed a few galleries, chances are you’ve seen Vera Mordido’s signature touch: her iconic Evil Queen mirror. Seriously, you’ll spot it in so many bridal portraits.
Vera’s been in the industry since 2000, learning under Cristina Gomes. She’s a hybrid artist who splits her time between the TV world and her brides, which gives her a unique advantage when it comes to bridal makeup: she knows how to create looks that are camera-ready and long-lasting.
Her signature? Natural, luminous skin and a clean, polished look that still feels like you. Brides who love the “no makeup” makeup look often gravitate to Vera’s style.
Inês Plácido
Yes, Plácido sounds familiar because she’s not only one of the makeup artists I work with most, but she’s also my sister. And yes, I’m biased, but I’ve also seen first-hand the way she lights up a wedding morning.
After exploring the arts all her life, Inês Plácido found her passion in makeup. She studied at Lisbon Makeup School and later focused on bridal hair and makeup. In the past 5 years, she’s worked on countless weddings, TV productions, and fashion shoots.
Her brides always describe her as a calming presence, someone who brings joy to the start of the wedding day. Her style is fresh, natural, and radiant, and she’s a 5-star rated artist on several wedding platforms. Her goal with her work is to make beautiful, natural and last longing makeups for an unforgettable day.
Yara Lacerda
Yara is the heart and soul behind Makeup Room Lisboa, and one of the most respected makeup artists in Lisbon. Her work is known for its sophistication and diversity. She’s worked with clients from every background, including Angolan, Indian, and Muslim brides, always adapting her techniques with care and creativity.
She’s been featured in Vogue Portugal and Women’s Health and has years of experience creating bridal looks that are both timeless and tailored. Her studio is based in Moscavide, but she often travels for weddings all over Portugal.
Yara brings elegance and warmth to every wedding she touches, and her attention to detail ensures you’ll look (and feel) like the very best version of yourself.
Francisca Bairros
Francisca Bairros has been working in the makeup industry since 2013 and has truly done it all: TV studios, red carpet events, fashion shoots, advertising, and, of course, weddings.
She’s based around Lisbon and Cascais, but is more than happy to travel for your big day. What stands out most is how her experience across so many fields allows her to create makeup that looks flawless in photos and in person.
Francisca is also an educator. In 2024, she co-founded the Beauty Class with Raquel Estevens and Beatriz Texugo, where she taught bridal makeup to aspiring MUAs.
Her style is luminous, natural, and glow-enhancing, the kind of makeup that looks effortless but is backed by serious skill.
Catarina Duque
Catarina Duque discovered her love for bridal makeup after getting married herself in 2018. Since then, she’s trained extensively, taking workshops and completing Mariana Casanova’s course in 2020 to become a full-time professional.
Her studio is in central Lisbon, but she loves to travel for weddings, especially destination ones. Her approach is incredibly thoughtful. She believes bridal makeup should complement the whole wedding vibe, so she’ll ask about your dress, venue, and decor before recommending the best look for you.
Catarina’s style is what she calls “natural glam with high resistance”. In other words, you’ll look stunning, and your makeup will stay put no matter how emotional your vows get. She’s received amazing reviews on several wedding platforms for her professionalism and calming energy.
Fresh Face
Based in Lisbon, Fresh Faced is a collective of professional makeup artists founded in 2019 by Lola Carvalho and Miguel Stapleton, later joined by Inês Aguiar and Teresa Pilkington. What began as a creative partnership has evolved into a dynamic team of over 18 talented artists, each bringing their own expertise and warmth to every wedding morning.
Fresh Faced is known for its multicultural and multilingual approach, proudly offering services in English, Portuguese, Spanish, French, German, Ukrainian, and Lithuanian. Whether you’re a portuguese bride or you’re planning a destination wedding in Portugal, with this team you’ll feel truly seen and heard.
The team has extensive experience working with brides from diverse backgrounds—including Asian, Indian, Middle Eastern, African, European, and American—and they ensure an empathetic, inclusive, and high-quality experience for each and every client. They adapt their artistry with care and respect, creating looks that honor your identity, traditions, and values.
Fresh Faced specializes in high-end, editorial-inspired bridal beauty. Their work is sophisticated yet modern, making them an excellent choice for larger bridal parties, multicultural weddings, or any bride seeking timeless elegance with a personalized touch.
Inês Matos
Inês Matos is the artist behind Beauty Boost. She brings a fresh, radiant approach to bridal beauty. She’s all about enhancing your natural features with a soft, skin-first touch, so you feel like the best version of yourself, not a completely different person.
Her work combines elegance with thoughtful skin prep, ensuring your makeup lasts through all the emotions you’re about to go through in your wedding day. Inês is also incredibly warm and detail-oriented, making you feel calm and cared for throughout your wedding morning.
If you’re looking for that “glow” look with a modern edge, Beauty Boost by Inês Matos might be your perfect match.
Finding the right makeup artist is more than just choosing a pretty style. It’s about finding someone who listens to you, understands your vision, and makes you feel confident, calm, and beautiful on one of the biggest days of your life.
Lisbon is home to some of the best in the industry, and whether you go with a well-established name or a rising star, you’re sure to find someone who will bring your bridal look to life.
I hope this guide to the best makeup artists in Lisbon helps you find the perfect match. And if you’re still deciding on a photographer… well, you know where to find me 🩷
