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Hi everyone, I have decided to get a professional makeover this summer. It sounds like a wonderful thing to do and I am very much looking forward to it. As I understand the package I am planning to purchase, I will get an hour and a half to go from drab to dressed, get made up while getting advice and tips. I then get a one hour photo session with one change of outfit.
I am wondering if any of my sisters that have had a similar makeover experience had any advice for me? From your experience, is there anything you would do differently if you could do it again? What two outfits to bring along? I would like to really enjoy this special treat so I hope I get some feedback that will allow me to optimize the experience. Thanks in advance!
@fabulous1 Penelope you're in for a treat girl. I've had two professional makeovers in the last two years, and have just booked another. I'm not sure I can give any advice. The makeovers I've had included full access to a wide variety of outfits. I don't currently have any clothes of my own 😢. The key thing is to relax and enjoy the experience. These people are professionals and will put you instantly at ease. Of course you are a lovely looking girl anyway sweetie xx.
@chrisfp99 Chrissie, You are too sweet! Thank you for the nice compliment but I hope a professional can take me to the next level. Have you had false eye lashes and press-on fingernails applied with your makeup? I forgot to ask if that is also part of the package. Oooooh, I certainly hope so.
Hey, have a great time Penelope. As regards your hope to have your eyelashes and nails included, just give your MUA a text or call and ask. And if it's not included, ask that it is and if necessary accept a price adjustment. But if there's a photo session at the back of it all, I supect they'll have included nails and lashes.
I'm hopeless with false eyelashes, the only time I've felt happy with them was when applied by a MUA.
Emma x
@fabulous1 Penelope, my makeovers offered absolutely everything. Lingerie, shape wear, forms, a vast array of clothing and heels, beautiful wigs, jewellery, full makeup and yes, false lashes and nails. These two are a real game changer for me. I wore four different outfits and got hundreds of pics (taken by the MUA), including some edited ones (I'm currently not in a position to shave 😂). I have never felt so feminine. There are some pics on my profile. You are absolutely right about taking it to the next level. You're going to have a wonderful time my dear. Pics please.
Hugs, Chrissie xx.
I've lost count of how many makeovers I've gotten. Usually, it's with the same MUAs I've known for years. We banter. We hug. We discuss fashion or whatever. Being pampered is a blissful experience. I often get my makeup done and leave, then change into an outfit later.
Yeah, I know. Good for you Liz. That doesn't answer my question.
Part of getting a makeover is what you make of the experience. Be in the moment. Be relaxed. Let go of rigid expectations. Trust your MUA to know what looks best for your face and body type. Let yourself be pampered.
Don't overcomplicate things.
Bring a couple of favorite outfits with some separates that you can mix and match. That will give you more options. Don't forget a few simple accessories. A pearl necklace is classic and goes with nearly everything. Bring a pair of comfy flats if you'll spend much time on your feet. If you can arrive wearing one of your outfits, you'll get into the makeup chair sooner and maybe leave time for an extra outfit change.
If you can, go out and socialize with some girlfriends. That's where the real fun begins.
Remember, this won't be your last makeover....
Liz xx
@lizk Liz, My hope is that once I am in the studio and in the chair, no one will exist other than Penelope and the make up professional. Nothing else will matter at all as I slip deeper and deeper into the Pink Fog. OMG, I simply cannot wait.
Being pampered does sound blissful but I am looking most forward to having a relationship, however brief, as my genuine self to another human being and feeling accepted (even if I am paying for that feeling).
Do you ask to have false eye lashes and/or fingernails applied? Do they supply a gown (like a hospital gown) for the customer to wear during the application of the make up? Just wondering if I will be seated wearing just my under-things (with pads) while getting pretty? What has been your experience?
I am looking most forward to having a relationship, however brief, as my genuine self to another human being and feeling accepted.
I am so glad you said that, Penelope. Connecting with others as our authentic selves is the most rewarding thing for girls like us. I have personal friendships with the MUAs I go to regularly. I'm happy to give them my business. I'm not just paying them for their services. I truly enjoy spending time with them. You go girl!
Most MUAs will ask if you want false eyelashes. It's generally an upsell for them. If you want them, mention it up front.
As for a gown to cover whatever you are wearing, I've always been given one to wear. It's pretty much standard practice.
Liz xx
@fabulous1 Penelope, I’ve had four makeovers, two in drab, and two en femme. These were all a few years back mind you, but each one taught me a lot about applying makeup and helped to improve my look. Each of them was at a makeup studio store. So I never had the photo shoot etc. The last one I had was at a Sephora studio here in Minnesota. I went in dressed and wearing minimal makeup, just some foundation, mascara and lipstick. I wore jeans and a top with a cardigan, cute shoes and sunglasses going in. Once there the girl removed what makeup I was wearing, and then proceeded to make me over beautifully. At the time a makeover at Sephora was free…if you purchased some products. I left there on a feminine high with a new lipstick, some eyeliner and a highlighting kit. I spent the remainder of that day out and about and was so confident in my feminine persona that I had lunch, shopped for clothes and had my nails done at a salon before going home!
Have fun Penelope!
Alice
That sounds wonderful Penelope and u do hope you have the total feminine experience you deserve, you sound and look lovely. Does anyone know any professional services like this in Scotland or even down in England , I would just adore such an opportunity and I can’t find anywhere , it would mean so much to me , thanks xx
@jancardi Jan, I think somewhere on the site is a list of makeover services. I can't find it right now but someone will point you in the right direction. Quite a few of the girls here have been to Femme Side Studios in Leicester, and they all look absolutely gorgeous. I use Boys Will Be Girls in South London as that's closer to me. I can assure you that it is a quite exquisite experience xx.
I think somewhere on the site is a list of makeover services.
So far I've entered info for around 30 UK makeover services.
First, go to 'Local Places':
Crossdresser Local Places – Crossdresser Heaven
Next, select 'Transformation' from the categories. That's where I placed all UK makeover services. Then search by location.
In Scotland you have KC Studio in Glasgow:
KC Studio – Crossdresser Heaven
There's also Sin Doll House in Edinburgh (don't be put off by the name!):
Sin Doll House – Crossdresser Heaven
Ellie x
I have had two makeovers and the first one was the first time I ever had makeup and a wig on and it was a life changing experience. The makeovers I had included eyelashes, I'd be surprised if yours didn't, and they polished my natural nails. I don't think press ons were an option but I didn't ask. They also provided all the clothing, including bra and forms, shoes and jewelry. BYO panties. Getting tips on recommended makeup shades and products was very helpful in saving me a lot of trial and error expense going forward since once I saw the magic makeup can do I had to learn how to do it myself. It's still a work in process.
Seems like best bet is to check with your MUA to see what is included and what you need to provide. I'm sure you will have a wonderful time and an hour photoshoot sounds fantastic. I only got a few pictures snapped in each of the two outfits.
I had a blast when I had my makeover. Great experience and well worth it! enjoy it!
Hi Penelope,
I had my first makeover in December and it was wonderful, I'm hoping it won't be my last, Tracey who worked on me was wonderful she explained everything she was doing and we talked all the way through it and she put me so at ease, as you can see from my pictures the results of her work, I'm sure you will love it when you have your makeover, the only thing i can tell you is when picking your outfits is pick one what you would wear for everyday and the other something glizzy for a night out on the town, so all I've got to say is enjoy yourself and just live in the moment forget everything else and good luck hun,
Love Roz ❤️
Last fall, I splurged on a makeover for a special occasion. My MUA (at Sephora-didn't bat an eye) asked me if I wanted to do false eyelashes. I figured I'm here; let's go for it all! 🤣 (I realized that one of my 5 public photos (long dress) actually contains the eyelashes, but they're so small you can't tell 🤣 )
The obvious answer is to simply callor text and ask. I do not think there is any standard service. Some will do nails, others have an arrangement with a near by nail salon.
When I went to Miss Lola in London, she provide a glass or two of wine, which was a nice way to relax. If not , having a glass or two of wine prior to your appointment might not be a bad idea. My other word of advice is to add some additional looks, if you can afford it. The more outfits you get to wear and pose in, the better chance you will get photos you really like.
I've never fancied getting a pro makeover. I can see from pictures on here that they do a fantastic job, but I'd be afraid of setting my expectations too high AFTER the makeover, after all, these are professionals and my own makeup efforts would pale into insignificance. I would be eternally disappointed with my DIY work going forward.
No, I'll stick to doing it myself and admire other's results from the comfort of my makeup table 
Becca
True Becca, but it can also be a great learning experience. Most MUAs are happy to explain what they are doing an d why. Consider it a makeup lesson, if you will. If ai want proper make up, I have a MUA do it, because I can never come close to what they can do. I do just basic make up myself, and I have never had the time or pantience to learn to do full makeup myself.
