OUR TEAM | Meet Samantha
Specializing in natural, glowy, soft glam. I love creating a glowy base that is blended to perfection with bronzer and blush. I design eye looks that are minimal, light, and clean. My favorite products to use include airbrush blush, trio lashes, and clear lip gloss. My top priority is always client comfort - from the second you sit in my chair to looking in the mirror at the end of our appointment I will do everything I can to make you feel comfortable!
Get to know Samantha…
Q. When you're not working, what do you love to do in your free time?
A. In my free time I love spending quality time with my wife and our dogs! Whether it’s walking around the park with an iced coffee and cuddling up together and watching our tv shows I just love being in their presence. You’ll also catch us Disneyland very often!
Q. Tell us more about your story and your career.
A. I can remember the feeling that I would get when playing the makeover simulation game on MyScene.com as a kid. It was more than a fun game for me, it truly lit up something inside of me. As I grew up, my love for makeup did too. It stuck with me and continued flourishing. When I graduated high school I enrolled in community college because I felt that’s what I was “supposed” to do. Two unhappy semesters later I brought up the idea of cosmetology school to my wife (my girlfriend at the time) and was met with light in her eyes as she said “You should totally do it”. I was met with the same enthusiasm from my parents, it was as if they had already all knew what I was just learning. I was capable of creating a career for myself filled with everything I loved. I enrolled at Paul Mitchell a week after these conversations with my family and haven’t looked back since.
Q. What brought you to Southern California?
A. I am born and raised here! I grew in Murrieta and spent the first 22 years of my life there. Since then I have lived in Oceanside and I now currently reside in the city of Orange.
Q. Where are your favorite locations or venues to work?
A. Catalina Island! I also love downtown LA and San Diego venues because I thrive on crowds and chaos.
Q. What is a current beauty trend you fully stand behind?
A. I love that skincare with an emphasis on sunscreen is finally getting the attention it needs. A beautiful makeup base and finish is only possible with a good skincare routine! I hope people keep up the hype online and it doesn’t remain just another trend!
Q. Please tell us more about your art.
A. My art is a combination of inspiration from hundreds of artists and my own unique vision. My favorite part of the makeup process is the base. With hydrating skincare products, glowy skin tints, and airbrush, I have found my favorite recipe for a long lasting glow. When it comes to the eyes I love neutral, bronzy tones that don’t give the appearance of heaviness. A light, fresh, and soft look is what I’m always striving for. Everything I do is with intent to ensure your features are highlighted and elevated!
Q. What fuels you in your career?
A. Inclusion and visibility fuels me. All types of beauty deserve to be seen and celebrated. I’ll never forget when I first saw a huge Sephora ad in their window showing a model with Down Syndrome. This is what fuels me!
Q. What you enjoy most about working with brides and bridal parties?
A. Making connections. Though this is technically my work that I do every day, I don’t think of it that way. This is YOUR wedding day! What an honor and privilege it is to be with you and your dearest ones as you’re getting ready to marry the love of your life. I do not take this lightly! Even if we just met 10 minutes ago I will make sure you feel like we’re life long friends. I am not a stranger, I am here with you and will connect with you.
Q. What is your favorite part of a wedding day?
A. My favorite part of a wedding day is smack dab in the middle of the getting ready time! A couple bridal party members have had their makeup done, some haven’t. Some are snacking on the buffet of bagels and croissants, some are ordering coffee. It’s a mix of chaos and calm. It’s so real and raw and it’s those moments I don’t want me or the bride/groom to forget!
I am a safe person who welcomes all! If you are in my chair your comfort is my highest priority.
