faq's
Some A's to your Q's.
1. Do you provide services for all skin types and colors?
Absolutely! As a licensed cosmetologist, I cater to all skin types and tones. ​
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2. Do you offer airbrush?
Yes! We offer traditional and airbrush makeup. Airbrush is perfect for bridal since it seals the makeup for a long wear, is waterproof, and gives a flawless finish to your complexion.​​​​
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3. What are your rates?
Please email us for our services and packages we offer.
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4. Do you offer discounts?
We offer discounts on bridal beauty services with a wedding photography package.
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5. Do you have any tips for keeping my makeup flawless throughout the day and night?
We offer complimentary mini touch up kits to everyone receiving makeup services so you can touch up throughout the day and night and not have to worry about a tear or shine. We also demonstrate how to 'gracefully cry' without disturbing your beautiful makeup.
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6. Can I hire you for touch-ups throughout the wedding day?
Yes! If our schedule permits, you can hire us for touch-ups for you and your whole bridal party for a minimum of 2 consecutive hours at the rate of $200 per hour, per artist. We can stay and touch you up at your wedding location so you stay picture perfect! Returning location must be within a 15 mile radius.
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7. How do I reserve my wedding date?
Please email getmayedup@gmail.com with your wedding date, details, and to check if your date is available. If we have availability we can secure your date with a signed agreement and booking retainer.
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8. Will you hold my date?
We can only secure a date when a signed agreement and booking retainer is issued.
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9. Is it okay if I don't know how many people will need services if I want to book?
Yes! If you haven't asked your bridal party yet and have an estimated amount of people, we can book for the minimum package for the definite yes's and can always adjust the package if you decide to add additional people for services.
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10. Can I make changes to my booking after I reserve my wedding date?
Yes you may add on additional services, but you cannot deduct a service. If you are unsure about a guest, just exclude them from your party and you can add them later.
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11. How long do services take?
Service times vary depending on a variety of factors including facial features, requested look, skin type, eye shape and personal style. We also try to include extra time after services for lipstick application, adjustments, and final makeup touch ups. The average makeup service takes approximately one hour per makeup service. The bride may take about 1.5+ hours per makeup service.
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12. How do I prep for my event?
After booking is confirmed, we will send you prep sheets for your preview and for the day of the event.
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13. Do I need to confirm my appointments?
We will send a text or email 24-48 hours before your preview appointment and event to confirm. We will need a confirmation from you for your preview and event for confirmed time and location.
14. Do you bring an assistant with you?
For larger bridal parties, we would require an assistant artist to help with the amount of services requested.
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15. Do you have a minimum service requirement?
No bridal party? No problem! We have an exclusive bridal package for the bride only.
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16. Do you offer a la carte services?
We do not offer a la carte services and would require booking our packages to reserve wedding day services.
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17. Are there any other additional fees I should know about?
There will be a travel fee of $1 per mile, round trip, per artist from our location (19446) to your preferred destination.
The client is responsible for covering expenses for locations involving tolls, parking or valet. Toll, parking and valet charges will be added to the final bill or will be billed to the hotel room.
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Time restraints or large bridal parties may require an assistant artist to help aid with the amount of services requested. There is a $200 per assistant artist fee.
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An early start time fee of $25 per artist will apply for every 15 minutes we are required to be on-site earlier than 6am.
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Holidays will incur a $200 surcharge (per artist) to reserve a date on the following holidays and holiday weekends: New Years Eve, New Years Day, Easter Sunday, Memorial Day, Memorial Day weekend, 4th of July, 4th of July weekend, Labor Day, Labor Day weekend, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.​
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18. Am I responsible if someone in my bridal party backs out at the last minute?
Yes, per the agreement the client is still responsible for full payment if someone drops out. Substitutes are welcome to take their place.
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19. When is my full balance due?
The remaining balance is due 21 days before the wedding date.
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20. Are tips included?
Gratuity is not included and is welcomed. We know that gratuity is a personal and private choice. If you are unsure of how much to tip, 20% gratuity is customary and greatly appreciated, but entirely up to the client's discretion.
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PREVIEW INFORMATION
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21. Arriving for your appointment
Please do not arrive early for your preview appointment. Clients are encouraged to arrive no earlier than 5 minutes prior to their appointment time so that we can make you as comfortable as possible and attend to any needs you may have. If you are unable to arrive promptly for your appointment, please give as much notice as possible. We strive to maintain a timely schedule and in order to provide great service to our clientele, late arrivals may result in abbreviated service time. If you are later than 15 minutes we may need to modify or reschedule your appointment.
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22. Can I do a try out trial before booking?
Bridal previews are only available for brides who have already secured their wedding date with a signed agreement and booking retainer. We do not offer try out trials.
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23. When should I book my preview?
Previews are recommended 2-4 months before the event date. When a preview date is closer to the event date, it will give you a better representation of how your makeup will look for the event date. Skin tone/type changes throughout the seasons and may differ from an early preview date and your event date.
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24. When and where will the preview take place?
Previews are held in salon only Mondays-Thursdays from 12pm to 9pm.
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Abington Nails
1421 Old York Rd
Abington, PA, 19001
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25. How long does a preview take?
Plan to spend about two (2) hours per preview service for your preview and consultation.
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26. Can I bring someone with me to my preview?
No additional guests are permitted to your preview session. We respectively ask that only you come to your preview appointment due to the limited space and to maintain a peaceful experience for you and all of our guests.
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27. Is my preview included in my service?
Yes, your previews are included in your packages along with your wedding day services.
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28. Do I need to confirm my appointments?
We will send a text or email 24-48 hours before your preview appointment to confirm. We will need a confirmation from you for your preview. If there is no confirmation from you, your appointment will be canceled and must be reschedule for a later date.
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29. How do I prep for my preview?
After booking is confirmed, we will send you a bridal preview prep guide for your preview and wedding prep guide for the day of the event.
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30. What if I need to cancel my preview?
Please give us at least 24 hour notice if you need to cancel or reschedule your preview.
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Feel free to reach out if you have any other questions!
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Elaine Maye
267.808.0375
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