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Making Up / Doris Lew

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$200
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Responds in about 3 hours


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About
I’ve been doing makeup and hair for over 40 years. I have experience in film, TV, videos, photography, HD, weddings, corporate headshots, model’s portfolio, special occasions, birthdays, proms, red carpet, celebrities and the list goes on and on. I’m a perfectionist and pay special attention to details. I’m really good at taking directions and really understand what my clients want. I aim to please and do whatever it takes to make my clients happy. I can look at a picture and duplicate whatever you want. I’m truly an artist and create art with every face that I work on.
Overview

Current Top Pro

Hired 425 times

Serves San Diego, CA

Background checked

42 years in business

Business hours

Sun5:00 am - 11:59 pmMon5:00 am - 11:59 pm

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This pro accepts payments via Cash, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.

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Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.

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Denise P.

Jul 1, 2025

Hired on Thumbtack

Doris Lew is an extremely talented artist. She can make you look absolutely beautiful. A true artist who can make a blank canvas inspirational. She was incredibly, professional, kind, knowledgeable, punctual and really educated me on make as I usually don't wear much. She has a very cool background as well. I would recommend her hands down to anyone without hesitation. I felt like I was the princess at the disco ball! I will definitely have her work her magic on my face again. Thank you Doris, you rock!!!!

Details: Birthday party • 45 - 64 years old • Standard (brushes, sponges, etc.) • False lashes • 1 person • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

Making Up / Doris Lew's reply
Wow thank you Denise for your wonder review. I’m glad I was able to do that for you. You’re such a joy to work with. I look forward to doing this again on your next event.
Wedding and Event Makeup
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Jean-Marie M.

Apr 14, 2025

Hired on Thumbtack

I reached out to Doris through Thumbtack while preparing for my son’s wedding. Living on the East Coast and traveling across the country for the event, I was in unfamiliar territory—knowing no one and needing to find someone I could trust for hair and makeup on such an important day. From the moment I contacted Doris, she was responsive, professional, and incredibly easy to communicate with. She quickly sent me her website, which immediately impressed me, and after chatting further, I felt confident she was the one I could trust. Even though I was 3,000 miles away, Doris made the entire process seamless. I sent her photos of myself and my inspiration for the look I hoped to achieve. I admit, it was a bit of a risk booking someone I had never met, but I was completely blown away by the result. Doris arrived promptly at my hotel room on the day of the wedding. She laid out her tools and products with such professionalism and care. As she worked on me, we chatted easily—she was warm, kind, and instantly made me feel at ease. I wasn’t facing a mirror, so I had no idea how the transformation was unfolding. She began with makeup and then moved on to my hair, and I couldn’t help but wonder if my vision would actually come to life. When she finally handed me the mirror, I was speechless. I was truly in awe. I barely recognized myself—I looked radiant, elegant, and yes, beautiful. As someone who tends to be humble and more introverted, it’s not easy to write that. But I was genuinely amazed by what Doris had created. Throughout the wedding and reception, strangers came up to me to tell me how beautiful I looked. I held back tears for most of the day, overwhelmed with emotion, but even if I had cried, it wouldn’t have mattered—my makeup remained flawless and my hair stayed perfect until the very end of the night. It wasn’t until I returned to the hotel room that I finally had to take it all apart—and honestly, it broke my heart to do so. Thanks to Doris, I felt like Cinderella for a day. Her talent, creativity, and professionalism are unmatched. She not only transformed my appearance, but she calmed my nerves and made me feel completely comfortable throughout the process. I am forever grateful for her role in such a special day. To anyone considering booking Doris—especially if you’re in a situation like mine, far from home and without referrals—trust that you are in the best hands. She is a true artist and a wonderful person. Thank you, Doris, from the bottom of my heart.

Details: Wedding • 45 - 64 years old • Standard (brushes, sponges, etc.) • 1 person • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

Making Up / Doris Lew's reply
Thank you Jean-Marie, it was a pleasure working on you. I'm so glad I was able to make you feel like Cinderella. It's always nice to hear that the makeup and hair lasted all night long. I'm glad I was able to make this experience a good one. You deserve to feel special on this day. After all it's your son's wedding. Thank you so much again for your amazing kind review. Doris.
Wedding and Event Makeup
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Noor A.

Sep 22, 2024

Hired on Thumbtack

Doris did an absolutely phenomenal job as the makeup artist for my engagement party!! She is incredibly professional and she is an absolute artist. She was very responsive throughout the process and punctual on the day of the party. She came prepared with extremely high quality makeup and supplies. She listened to exactly what I asked for in terms of my makeup look and she customized the look really nicely to flatter my face. She also did makeup for my mom and aunt, and she really did a beautiful job with each of them! Could not recommend Doris highly enough.

Details: Special occasion • 26 - 44 years old • 65 or older • I'm flexible • False lashes • 2 people • My home, venue, etc.

Making Up / Doris Lew's reply
Thank you so much Noor. I’m so glad to hear I gave you exactly what you wanted. Nothing makes me happier than to see my client extremely happy with how I did their makeup. You’re an absolute beauty. Please send me pictures of yourself that I can use for my website and social media.
Wedding and Event Makeup
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Jo M.

3 weeks ago

Hired on Thumbtack

She’s amazing - personalized approach to your needs, pro overall. I will be booking her again for special events and my progress from my learnings. Highly recommend! She’s amazing!

Details: Beginner • Makeup only • I'm flexible • The makeup artistry instructor travels to me

Makeup Artistry Lessons
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Dilyana M.

Sep 9, 2025

Hired on Thumbtack

She was great - spent time with me and taught me techniques specific to my face and style!

Details: Beginner • Makeup only • Fashion makeup • I travel to the makeup artistry instructor • The makeup artistry instructor travels to me

Making Up / Doris Lew's reply
Thank you, Dilyana, I'm glad you got around to writing a review for me. I appreciate it. Doris.
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