Makeup by Heather Trachsel -

Gwen Siewert

Heather is an absolute pro! She was so awesome to work with and I’m so glad we found each other so that I could have her on my big day. I got to Heather through a referral, and my wedding date was about the only date Heather wasn’t booked solid, it was fate! She was so easy to get set up with, communicate with, and work with, throughout the whole process. The trial run beforehand was so collaborative and really great to plan out what we were going to do and just to have fun getting to know each other. Heather is truly a perfectionist and pays such attention to detail. Which clearly, is exactly what you want on the most important day of your life. She really makes you feel so beautiful. My makeup was flawless! And on a pretty hot summer day, that stuff did not fade!!! I never had to waste time reapplying my makeup once, seriously. I was so happy with everything. Thank you Heather for making me feel so beautiful and for being such a fun, calming voice that whole morning getting ready. Heather is the best!!!

Emily James

Had a wonderful experience working with Heather! She is so sweet and attentive to your skin type so that your makeups stays put - and it did! She was very professional, timely, and patient! We even had bridesmaids that weren't planning on getting fake eyelashes decide the day-of to do them and it was no big deal at all to Heather! She made me feel so beautiful on my wedding day! Thank you Heather!

Mackenzie Wallentine

I absolutely loved working with Heather for my wedding make up! Not only is she the most adorable human ever, but she is SO talented at what she does! She listened to what I wanted my make up to look like, and then took the time to do a pre-wedding trial to ensure it looked perfect! My make up stayed put throughout my entire wedding day, and I’ve never felt prettier! My wedding party and mother also looked flawless! I would 100% recommend her for your upcoming event!

Uppercase L Photography

I literally couldn't love Heather more. She made me feel like a FREAKING QUEEN on my wedding day. I never love getting my makeup done but with Heather I didn't want to take it off. On top of her talent, she goes above and beyond to bond with your wedding party AND she took some beautiful behind the scenes photos of me doing some touch ups in the mirror. Don't think twice; book Heather. You won't be sorry!

Amber Budd Atelier

Heather has the IT factor.
She's wonderfully talented, super sweet, and a joy to be around. She's always improving her (already skilled) craft by attending workshops and classes, and working on photo shoots, weddings, and a multitude of other projects - she's one of the hardest working people I know.
Hire her, you will not be disappointed!

Laine Palm Futterer

My go-to girl for all things makeup and unending laughs. Her ability to play up the best features to make a woman look absolutely stunning constantly blows my mind. A positive personality to have on your wedding day or at a style shoot to calm nerves and give you confidence with her work. She is all too lovely and I would recommend using her for an event, photo shoot, or just a night out. ♥

Rebecca Rudolph

Heather is exceptional! I feel so lucky to have had the opportunity to work with her over the past couple of years. Heather first did my makeup for a boudoir photo shoot, then engagement photos, and she drove down to Rochester from Minneapolis for my wedding day to do my entire bridal party's makeup. She did a stellar job on my everyone including myself, and I was blown away but how remarkable my mother looked after Heather's touch. I was beyond thrilled my friend also locked her down for her wedding day, and she did a great job again with bridesmaid makeup. I have loved the outcome of my makeup each time, but I am certain she just keeps getting better. There is nobody I would trust more than Heather to do my makeup for special events, and I wish she would do my makeup everyday. I also think Heather does a great job of surrounding herself with other great people and has great vendor suggestions if you are looking for recommendations. Lock your date down quick! She books out a ways, folks.

Gretchen Heidorn-Nelson

I hired Heather for my wedding makeup and bridesmaids makeup and cannot speak higher of her skill level and professionalism. I have never felt more beautiful. I will never forget the look my new husband gave me when he saw me with the finished look. The whole morning went so smoothly. She continued to check in throughout the process and listened to everything I had wanted. My bridesmaids looked gorgeous. Nothing was fake or overdone. Her work is unbelievable.

Looking for a makeup artist for my wedding was a stressful process. I looked through dozens of artists and reviews and felt like there were none that were very impressive. I came upon Heather Trachsel and knew immediately her style was exactly what I was looking for. Of all the people I hired for my wedding I was most impressed with Heather. It was the best decision I made and I hope after reading this you don’t hesitate to hire her.