Wedding Hair & Makeup Costs in the UK (2026)
Bridal hair and makeup in the UK costs £300-1,200 for the bride, with bridal party members adding £100-250 each. London artists charge 20-40% more than the national average.
Updated for 2026
Average hair & makeup cost in United Kingdom
Range: £300 – £1,200
What you’re paying for
Bridal hair and makeup (day-of)
Combined styling and makeup
£200 – £500
Bridal trial
Test run 4-6 weeks before
£60 – £200
Bridesmaid (each)
Hair and makeup per person
£100 – £250
Mother of the bride/groom
Makeup and styling per person
£60 – £150
How to save on hair & makeup
Book an artist outside London
Artists in the Midlands and North charge 20-40% less and will travel to your venue.
DIY for the bridal party
Invest in professional hair and makeup for the bride only. Bridesmaids can manage their own.
Common questions
How much does bridal hair and makeup cost in London?
£400-700 for the bride on the day, plus £100-200 for a trial. Total £500-900 for the bride alone.