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About Me
​​I have always loved makeup and hair. I remember doing my friends’ makeup in college before going out—and I always felt like getting ready was the most fun part of the night! After graduating from Providence College, I joined the working world but I lacked the creative outlet that I needed.
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In 2019, I moved to Baltimore for work and received my master's degree from Johns Hopkins University. With the summers I had off, I decided to try bridal makeup, and I quickly fell in love with the atmosphere of wedding mornings. In 2023, I took the risk, left my day job, and with the support of my incredible husband, we started Olivia Lo Makeup Hair.
Since then, I've worked with hundreds of women in D.C., Maryland, and Virginia. I find so much joy in helping brides get ready on one of the most important days of their lives. I am so grateful that I get to help empower women to embrace their natural beauty on the inside and out. I can't wait to connect and help you cherish your wedding morning with friends and family!
"Olivia is very talented, super sweet, and personable too. Her professionalism and genuine interest in her clients make the experience much more enjoyable." - Ashley L.
My Values
Collaboration
I have a collaborative approach to hair and makeup. Getting beauty services done is a personal experience. It's important to me that my clients feel comfortable sharing their vision and coming to me with desired changes. My goal is to listen to your needs and with my expertise, help you execute a look that you LOVE when you walk away from my chair.
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Communication
My friends and family know that I’m an open book (and maybe it’s a good or bad thing) but this applies to my business as well. All information is available on my website and if it’s not, just ask me! This is my full-time job-- I'm dedicated to this work and I’m always available to answer any questions you, your planner, and community may have. I always consider your time and try my best to respond as soon as I can.
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Comfort
I do my best work when I'm calm, relaxed, and comfortable. When I'm working, I aim to create this type of atmosphere with my brides so they can fully cherish the experience with friends and family. I want to make you as comfortable as possible and support you in any way I can.
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Holistic
Booking makeup and hair with me is more than just that. My Bridal Beauty Guide, exclusive to booked brides only, explains all things wedding beauty. I cover a variety of topics from internal and external hydration, super foods for glowy skin, planning a stress-free wedding morning, and more. I'm intentional about creating a relaxed wedding morning because I know this contributes to a perfect wedding day.​
How Brides Describe...
Me, as an artist:​
Genuine
Detailed
Professional
Calming
Communicative
Hardworking
Attentive​
Hair by Lucja Bridal.
Influential Women
Some inspiring women I have worked with include philanthropist, Nana Otedola; Emmy-award winning producer, Sarah Yourgrau; change-agent, Tselmuun Chinzorig; social media influencers, Chloe Zhang and Isabella Morello Rodriguez; and renowned poetess, NR Hart.
Features
I'm a big fan of:
Hair by Lucja Bridal.
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Memorable experiences. Looking back, my favorite experiences in life have always been with my friends and family. Going to spas with my sisters, savoring my mom's home-cooked meals, long-drives with my brother, sharing stories with my aunts and grandparents-- are all things I love reminiscing on. If you value these experiences too, I know we'll get along.
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Clean lifestyles. I'm not a fan of harsh chemicals on your face. I've tested each item in my kit and try my best to commit to being EWG-friendly, ensuring only the highest-quality products for your makeup application. My bridal beauty skin tips are focused on what you consume internally and externally.
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Enhanced makeup. We all have at least one physical thing we don't like about ourselves. I believe that makeup is a tool we can use to enhance our favorite features--and I can help you do that!
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Dresses, wide-legged pants, basic t-shirts. I'm into pieces that can stay in my closet for the long-haul, like my staple earring studs, gold necklace, loose midi-dresses, cotton t-shirt, etc. ... buuut, my guilty pleasure is athleisure.
If you'd like to know more:
Makeup looks I love doing
Natural yet glamorous makeup that makes you look and feel authentic, real, and completely you.
My favorite hairstyles that brides love
Soft waves, relaxed ponytails, effortless piled high updos. Face framing that opens up your face and makes your eyes and cheekbones pop.
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I'm a New England native enjoying life with my husband in Canton, Baltimore. In my free time, I love going to the beach, reading romance/fantasy/thriller novels, jogging, finding the best vegan and vegetarian eats (my husband is vegan and I would say I'm a flexitarian lol), and taking yoga classes.
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On my off days, you can find me going on long walks, visiting the library, playing pickleball, or making jewelry.
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My siblings are my best friends, and they are located in Boston and Connecticut-- so I'm always looking for excuses to visit them (cough, cough... in case you're getting married in New England)!