pre-service prep guide

for luxury makeup services

Pre-Service Beauty Prep

Arrive ready for flawless, lasting results.

  • SKIN PREP

    - Please arrive with a clean, moisturized face.

    - Do not wear any makeup, mascara, or residual glue.

    - Gently exfoliate and hydrate your skin the night before. Start exfoliating weekly so makeup doesn't move

    - Lips: Exfoliate and hydrate lips the night before.

    - Do not apply any face oils or spf the day of 


  • HAIR PREP

    -Hair must be clean & completely dry before styling begins

    -Wash your hair no sooner than 24 hours & no later than 72 hours before your appointment 

    -Avoid heavy oils, leave-in products, or serums

    -Extensions (if applicable): Must be clean, dry, and detangled prior to arrival. We recommend clip-ins only unless pre-arranged. 

  • LASH & BROWS

    - Brows: Arrive with brows already groomed (waxed/threaded/plucked) 2-3 days before

    - Avoid doing this within 48 hours of your event to reduce redness or sensitivity.

    - Lashes: If wearing extensions, ensure they are clean and brushed.

    -Lash extensions or fills should be done 2-3 days prior, not the day of service

    - Strip lashes can be provided and applied for an additional fee

  • WHAT TO WEAR/BRING

    - Wear a neutral colored button-down or wide neck shirt (ideally white or light-colored) that you don't mind getting a little product on

    - Have inspiration photos ready for your desired look and communicate preferences clearly

  • SCHEDULING OTHER SERVICES

    - If you're getting a spray tan, schedule it at least 48 hours before your makeup appointment and/or preview. We recommend trialing your spray tan 4 weeks in advance 

    - Facials or dermaplaning should be done 1 week before to avoid irritation

    - Avoid trying new skincare prodcuts the week of your appointment to reduce the risk or reaction

  • EXTRAS

    -Please arrive on time to ensure you receive your full service.

    -Make sure you have filled out the Luxury Makeup Questionnaire

    -Inform your artist of any allergies sensitvities, or medical conditions (this is also covered in the questionnaire).

    -For on-location: please make sure to provide a clean, indoors, closed, and private work area ready at the location where services are to be performed. This location will also provide Montrose Day Spa and/or their assistants with an appropriate and large enough surface area (table, flat surface) to work from for each 2 artists, appropriate lighting, and electrical outlets.