Mobile makeup artist · Grass Valley, California
Soft. Natural.
You, elevated.
Professional makeup for weddings, events, and the camera—created with a calm hand, an experienced eye, and an unmistakably natural finish.
- Licensed beauty professional
- On-location service
- Auburn salon appointments
- Makeup-first artistry
The Karissa approach
Beauty that reads as you—never a mask.
Karissa specializes in soft, flattering makeup that feels polished without feeling overdone. Based in Grass Valley, she brings professional, on-location beauty to clients across Northern California.
Meet KarissaServices
Made for the moment in front of you.
Makeup is the heart of Karissa’s work. Hair is available as a thoughtful complement when your plans call for both.
Weddings
Soft, natural bridal beauty with on-location ease.
02Bridal parties
Coordinated beauty, individualized for every person.
03Events
Professional makeup for formals and meaningful occasions.
04Photoshoots
Camera-conscious makeup for portraits and personal brands.
05Commercial
Experienced artistry for image, brand, and motion.
06Lessons
Personal guidance shaped around your real questions.
BRIDALyour day,considered.
Weddings & bridal parties
A calm, professional start to a very full day.
From the bride’s look to the people beside her, Karissa considers individual preferences and the practical rhythm of the wedding morning. Every inquiry is reviewed personally before a date is confirmed.
- On-location bridal makeup
- Coordinated, individualized party looks
- Optional hair included in your inquiry
Selected work
Real beauty, in real moments.
A curated look at Karissa’s bridal, event, natural beauty, and hair work—linked directly to the original Instagram posts.
An outdoor bridal moment
Photography: @inglecophotography
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The finishing details
Photography: @zachmoffatt
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Radiant makeup for the mother of the bride
Makeup: Karissa Glynn
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Textured bridesmaid updo
Hair: Karissa Glynn · Makeup: @luxeestheticsbymaddie
View original Instagram post@makeupbykarissaglynn
Follow the work as it happens.
Experience with intention
Professional roots.
A personal touch.
Karissa is a licensed beauty professional with years of experience, including managing a flagship MAC Cosmetics location in Roseville. Today, she brings that cosmetics expertise directly to her clients.
Her work spans weddings, photoshoots, events, and professional assignments, with makeup always at the center and hair available upon request.
Read Karissa’s storyWhere Karissa travels
Based in Grass Valley.
On location for you.
Karissa travels throughout Nevada County, the Auburn–Sacramento corridor, and Lake Tahoe and Truckee. Mileage and any lodging needs are quoted clearly from the real itinerary. Auburn salon appointments are also available by request.
Grass Valley & Nevada City
The full service range for local Nevada County clients.
02 / CorridorAuburn to Sacramento
Weddings, groups, events, and professional assignments.
03 / DestinationTruckee & Lake Tahoe
On-location beauty for destination weddings and bridal parties.
Where does Karissa travel?
Karissa is based in Grass Valley and provides mobile, on-location service. When she travels to you, mileage is $1.75 per mile, round trip, plus the applicable on-location start fee. Auburn salon appointments are also available by request.
Is hair available?
Yes. Makeup is Karissa’s primary specialty, and hair is available upon request. Include potential hair headcounts in your inquiry so she can review the full scope.
Can Karissa work with a bridal party?
Bridal-party inquiries are welcome. Share the number of people needing makeup, anyone considering hair, your location, and ready-by time. Karissa reviews the details before confirming what is possible.
What makeup style does Karissa specialize in?
Karissa specializes in soft, natural, flattering makeup. The finished look is shaped around your preferences, event, and comfort level.
How do I check a date?
Use the Check My Date form with your event date, location, service needs, and contact details. Karissa will review the request and follow up personally.
Have a date in mind?
Let’s begin with the details.
A date request is quick, and it never confirms a booking. Karissa reviews every inquiry personally.