MakeupbySAC LLC

MakeupbySAC LLC is a makeup artistry business in Virginia Beach, Virginia. The owner, Sara Ashlee Banks, is a professional freelance makeup artist with more than five years in the industry.

Why they suit LGBTQ+ couples

MakeupbySAC LLC is LGBTQ+-owned. The artist aims for looks that feel like you, with glam that is natural or bold according to your taste. For couples who want makeup that does not turn them into someone else, that approach fits.

Training and style

The owner trained at the Master Class run by celebrity makeup artist Mario Dedivanovic, and worked as a makeup specialty artist at Ulta Beauty. She also holds certifications including bareMinerals and MAC, and earlier worked in a salon under an apprenticeship in cosmetology. The service specializes in color matching and a flawless, airbrushed look that is not overdone.

Booking your makeup

Book a trial before the wedding. Bring photos of makeup you like and wear the clothing or neckline you plan to use. Ask the artist to match foundation in natural light, since color matching depends on it.

Tell the artist if you need services for the wedding party, and work backward from the photo time to plan a schedule. Ask about lessons if you want to learn to touch up your own makeup. Confirm what products are used, how touch-ups work and whether travel fees apply.

Where she works

The business is based in Virginia Beach, in the Hampton Roads region. Ask about service for venues in Norfolk, Newport News and the surrounding area.