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Last update: October 2024

Samsana Luxury Bridal Make-up and Hair Stylist

By Samantha Portman

Hi I am Samantha a multi award winning make-up artist and hair stylist. . I currently work for Sky broadcasting and I also run my bridal hair and makeup business,

My makeup artisty and hairstyling is a real passion in life. Over the last 20 years I have gained so much experince but still thrive by learning new styles and techniques. I only take on around 20 brides a year as I love to keep it a real one to one experince. I am with you all the way.

Surrey, London and Brighton, but I travel worldwide as destination artist. . See a little bit about me below :) And do check out my website on the above link, or put www.weddingmake-upandhair.com into your browser to see more of my work. I am looking forward to designing with your beautiful bridal hair and makeup look with you and getting to know you.

Experience

Before establishing her business, Samantha studied at The London College of Fashion. It was here that she gained valuable knowledge and developed her natural talents as a hair and makeup artist. Since then, this professional has worked for hundreds of celebrities including the Games Of Thrones cast, Benedict Cumberbatch, and other well-known celebrities. Sam has always run her bridal business alongside the media work to infuse those creative talents into it. Sam takes great pride in her bridal work. "my bride and I will design a look together that truly shows you at your very best, whilst having a blast that's important too!"

Services Offered

Before you’re due to walk down the aisle, Samantha offers a trial in the comfort of your own home. There is no travel charge Samantha firmly believes its importnat for you to feel comfortable and what better way to do it than to have an industy pro expert arrive at your door.. Samantha aims for your trial to be a relaxing and enjoyable experience. She will create several styles for you to choose from until you’re completely satisfied. On the day of your wedding, Samantha will reapply your look at your chosen location and can create hair and makeup for your loved ones too.

You will also be given a full breakdown of your makeup look so that perhaps in th future you can adopt some of these techniques into your every day makeup. This luxury experience will not only enrich your bridal experience but have you feeling confident with a friend by your side.

Reviews for Samsana Bespoke Make-up and Hair

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Jody L. Sent on 15/03/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Couldn't be happier, would highly recommend

Sam was just wonderful throughout the whole process from first contact to the big day itself. Thank you so much.
The wedding itself was organised in quite a small timeframe so we only had weeks between first contact and the wedding day. Sam remained in contact from start to finish, was consistently very friendly and super helpful, even going out of her way to help us to find our fabulous photographer! Above and beyond.

I can be quite indecisive and Sam was very happy to help guide me with how to decide what I wanted and give advice without ever being pushy. She made myself, my Mum, and sister feel totally comfortable when we were having our hair and make-up done on the day and we were all thrilled with the results. Not being a big make-up wearer day to day Sam kept my make-up visible but natural looking which was exactly what I wanted. All of our hair and make-up lasted the day through even with me on the dance floor until the end! I couldn't recommend Sam highly enough. 5 stars all round. Thank you xx
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Laura M. Sent on 06/11/2020
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Amazing hair and make up in adversity

From the moment I met Sam at my trial I knew she was the one! She created absolutely stunning hair and makeup looks, and was a delight to work with. We changed our wedding plans because our wedding was cancelled because of lockdown. We decided to bring it forward by 12 days which meant we could only give Sam 36 hours' notice. She rose to the challenge spectacularly and added to the excitement. I really appreciated her energy and positivity in challenging circumstances and was delighted with the results.
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Aneta Sent on 30/01/2018
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Very happy bride

I cannot thank Sam enough for the service she delivered at my wedding. She is absolutely amazing and the most creative stylist that did so great job on me during the trial and the wedding day. I couldn’t believe how much she listened to my wishes the way I wanted to look. The result was beyond my expectations and I felt and looked so pretty and very special. Sam is wonderful to work with, very professional, organised and efficient. If you are looking for good stylist you do not need to search any further. Sam is the best!!! Seriously!!!!
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Rosie Sent on 28/11/2017
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Fantastic

Sam is an incredibly calm, organised and skilled makeup artist and I can't recommend her enough. I booked a trial with her before my wedding day and we went over lots of different styles. I was keen to keep my look natural as well as being 'made up' and Sam got the look spot on. On the big day she did the makeup for myself and my three bridesmaids and we all looked and felt beautiful thanks to her. Sam provided an all-round fantastic service and it's one I would use again in a heartbeat!
Sent on 24/09/2017
5 out of 5 rating

Very, very happy - brilliant service

Sam was absolutely brilliant. My wedding was a small one and I only got round to thinking about make-up and hair rather late in the planning process. Despite the short notice however Sam took an enormous interest and dedicated both time and thought into the preparations. She gave me an amazing trial, during which she showed amazing dedication and talent, spending the entire afternoon trying out different looks till we found the right one for me. On the wedding day, she was also very calm and helpful, despite all the bustle of people preparing around her. I was incredibly happy with the results, both as concerns the hair and the make-up! I’d recommend her talents to anybody.
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Jen Sent on 11/02/2017
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Sam is a hair and makeup wizard!

Sam gave me a hair and makeup trial in January. I absolutely loved the results and learned a lot in the process about what works best for my face and colouring. She's a wonderful artist - the end results looked so natural, and the loveliest version of me that I've ever seen. Sam was really easy to chat with, and made me feel really comfortable and relaxed throughout the process. I really enjoyed my afternoon with Sam and will be recommending her to all my friends. Thank you!
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Lindsey Sent on 04/01/2017
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful

My experience with Sam was perfect. I was quite nervous about hiring a make-up artist and looking too 'made-up' as I don't really wear make-up day to day, other than a bit of foundation and mascara and I also have really pale skin so it's hard to find a suitable foundation. I obviously wanted to look good on my wedding day, but I still wanted to look like me.
As soon as we did the trial, Sam put my fears to rest. She really listened to what I wanted and was careful to explain which products she was using and why. I could tell she was very experienced and knew what she was talking about. I was extremely pleased with the results and I was so happy that I looked the best version of me in the wedding photos. I've since been out and bought the brand of primer Sam used under my foundation (I'd never used one before) and I use it all the time now. So hiring Sam was defintely value for money as I got some make-up advice thrown in for free! I can't recommend Sam highly enough.
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Rhiannon Sent on 07/10/2015
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Everyone thought I looked stunning

Sam played a big part in making our wedding extra special! From the moment we did the first hair and make up trials she made me feel at ease and was very patient in trying various different styles and looks until I found one that made me feel confident and happy with my appearance. Sam was fantastic to work and she helped to make the morning preparations fun and relaxed. Not only was I really pleased with how i looked my husband thought I looked truly stunning. I would thoroughly recommend working with Sam!
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Vikki Sent on 30/09/2015
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing!

Huge thanks Sam, you are just fabulous!! You made us feel so at ease in the morning, it was like having our hair and makeup done by a family friend. The results of the hair and makeup were just fantastic, you listened and understood just what we wanted. I couldn't recommend you enough Sam, thanks again xx
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Alexandra Sent on 26/09/2015
5 out of 5 rating

A real artist!

Sam did an absolutely fantastic job on my wedding hair. Not only was she full of ideas and suggestions, but she was a delight to have around - for the trial and on the wedding day itself.

Sam is exacting in her attention to detail and her determination to create the best possible outcome was exemplary. Sam is extremely professional but also friendly and relaxed. She exudes an air of confidence and competence and this is reflected in the magic she pulled off with my hair!
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Karen Sent on 10/12/2014
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Fabulous!

Sam played a big part in making our wedding extra special! From the hair trial to the wedding day, Sam was fantastic to work with and helped to make the morning preparations fun and relaxed. I was thrilled with my hair and makeup and my bridesmaids and Mum all looked fabulous as well. Thoroughly recommend working with Sam!
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Rebecca Sent on 18/11/2014
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Absolutely Fantastic!

I really can't recommend Sam highly enough. Not only is she an absolutely lovely person who put me and my bridesmaids at complete ease and just felt like a friend, she's also extremely talented. From the trial where she went above and beyond to work out what would look best on me, to the wedding day where she did all our hair and makeup perfectly and made us all feel fantastic. I don't think I've ever looked so good and received so many compliments! Sam was probably the best money I spent in the whole wedding process and I would thoroughly recommend her!
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Alison Sent on 02/07/2014
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Fantastic

I agree with all the positive reviews Sam's has had so far.

For my hair and make up trail, I didn't have to go through loads of different style as I relied heavily on Sam's impeccable taste and suggestions. If like me, the thought of trying on more than 2 different looks fills you with dread, Sam is the stylist for you. She listens to what you want and then make the right choices for you to try.

On the day, Sam and her assistant Emma did a great job with my hair and my 2 sisters and mum as well. They worked well as a team and at no point did I feel any additional stress on the day. We all looked fantastic and I have never felt more pampered! Thank you again.
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Veronica Sent on 08/06/2014
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Amazing!

Sam is absolutely amazing! She created my dream hairstyle and make-up.No bride can ask for more!
I recommend her wholeheartedly as she helped make my day even more special. The hair and make up were flawless. It was such a pleasure to work with her. She is versatile, open to ideas but also brings a lot of expertise and qualified advice. Her talent is matched by a warm personality so having her around on such emotional day was quite comforting.
Thank you again, and all the best for the future!
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Jodie Sent on 20/04/2014
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Kind, calm, funny and sooo talented

So what can I say that hasn't been said on here already. I can concur with all the amazing reviews Sam has received on here already.
The trial - was great. Lots of ideas and patience. I wasn't very good with verbalising exactly what I wanted and Sam help through the process. Despite the fact she was very poorly she didn't want to let me down!
On the day - Sam was punctual and cheery. She subtly kept us on schedule as she was doing my hair and make up plus 4 others' make-up on the morning in four hours. But I didn't feel rushed or stressed. She built in extra time as I had sent some dithery emails questioning how I now wanted my fringe (last minute stress).
As others have said it felt like a relaxed morning with a friend. She stayed until I got in the car and did last minute touch ups.
Overall, some of the best value I got out of the wedding budget. Everyone said how much they liked our look, especially the make up.
The make-up lasted all day - I didn't put on anything else. Not even powder. Sam even mixed me a little pot of lipstick although I kept forgetting to apply it all day and didn't really need to with all the other make up.
The next day - my skin and hair felt fine. Sometimes my hair has been all knotted the day after but it wasn't at all.
So, overall, absolutely great. If she's free on your wedding date I'd day book her - I did last August, with my trial in January and my wedding day on April.
If you're reading this Sam, thanks so much and I wish you very happiness in the future. xx
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