San Antonio Makeup Artist and Hair Team
2026 KSAT SA Picks: 1st Place Best Wedding Makeup Artist in San Antonio
Crystel Franco-Cortez, owner and lead makeup artist of Crystel Does Hair, earned 1st place in the 2026 KSAT 12 SA Picks Wedding Makeup Artist category.
2026 KSAT SA Picks: 2nd Place - Bridal Hairstylist in San Antonio
Crystel Franco-Cortez, owner of Crystel Does Hair, also earned 2nd place in the 2026 KSAT 12 SA Picks Wedding Hair Stylist category.
Five-Star Rated San Antonio Bridal Hair & Makeup Team
Crystel Does Hair is a premier San Antonio bridal hair and makeup team, specializing in a curated elevated glam and effortless romantic hairstyles. Our mission is to enhance your features while delivering a calm unforgettable wedding-day experience.
With a hand-picked team of elite artists, while we are mobile, we bring a calm, professional, and glamorous touch to every moment-from the first brush stroke to the final reveal. Whether it's your wedding day or a special event, we are dedicated to making you feel confidently beautiful and effortlessly radiant.
"WHERE RADIANCE MEETS EFFORTLESS ROMANCE".
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What San Antonio & Texas Hill Country Brides Are Saying
Read what our brides are saying about their experience with Crystel Does Hair San Antonio Wedding Makeup and Hair team.
Our bridal hair and makeup team serves weddings throughout San Antonio, New Braunfels, Boerne, Bulverde, Spring Ranch, Fredricksburg, Comfort, Kerville and the Texas Hill Country.
I had the most amazing experience with Crystal for my wedding day makeup and hair services! Crystal really listened to my vision and was able to execute it without any issues!
The makeup was flawless, lasting throughout the entire day without a single touch-up needed. My hair was styled exactly how I had imagined it—elegant and stunning. The best part was that I felt like myself, only more polished and radiant. I received so many compliments on my look, and I couldn’t have been happier with the results. Highly recommend these services for anyone looking to look and feel their best on their wedding day!
-Claudia Toscano, google review
Crystel and her team were amazing! We were fortunate to have Crystel, Laura, Ja, and Karla for our wedding experience.
From the very first message, Crystel served as my hype woman!! She’s the ultimate girls’ girl that is there for you at any moment. I had a trial with Crystel and Laura, which I LOVED. They were both so helpful when I showed a couple of pictures and said “something like this??” They simply create magic. They were both super responsive to any small adjustments I wanted to make for the big day. I can’t rave enough about the experience with them!
They also provided hair and make up for my rehearsal dinner! I felt so pampered and loved! There’s nothing a good blow out and lipstick can’t fix!
On the wedding day, we had Crystal’s team help do hair and makeup for the bridal party and moms. Everyone was on time and they kept us on schedule!!! Each of these ladies were so positive and encouraging throughout the whole day. I felt beautiful on my wedding day and so did all of my bridal party!
-Alissa Royal, google review
Crystel and her team did an excellent job on my hair and makeup for my wedding, as well as for 8 other girls. My hair was perfect, and my makeup was even better than I imagined myself! My hair and makeup stayed in place all night. My bridesmaids were thrilled with their looks and looked beautiful. Crystel's team was very professional and a blast to be around. I highly recommend Crystel. Thank you for making us look stunning!!!
-Haley Sanchez, google review
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What's Included in Wedding Hair and Makeup Services
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San Antonio On-location and mobile Makeup and Hair Services for events servicing the Texas Hill Country & surrounding areas
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Customizable elevated glam looks that suit each individual features and skin type.
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Skin analysis with our trusted Med Spa Partnership to address skin concerns
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Long Lasting Makeup
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Crystel 's curated Glam Menu - Making Your Choice Effortless
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Trial Session 2-3 hours for Crystel Does Hair Brides (in studio only)
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Large Party accommodations
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Clip -in Hair Extension installation, Bride provides her own
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Veil and hair accessory placement right after touchups
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Non-refundable retainers are 30% along with a completed service agreement is collect to secure dates
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Body Glow
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A lotted time at the end of services for touch-ups
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Touch up kits included for everyone receiving services
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False eyelashes
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Customizable Timeline
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Makeup and Hair services for Engagement photos, bridal portraits, family photos, Bridal portraits, High school Senior photos, Maternity portraits, Pageants, fitness companions, birthday glam and Baby shower Glam
How to book for my wedding Makeup and Hair?
Inquire
1. Inquire: Submit your wedding details through our inquiry, form, including your date, location, and services needed.
We'll confirm availability and send you custom proposal tailored to your vision.
Expect an email with in 48 hours.
Book
2. Book: Lets connect and talk through your bridal beauty vision.
Schedule a personalized call to review your wedding details, desired look, and service options.
Once your ready to move forward, sign your contract submit your non-refundable retainer to officially reserve your wedding date on our calendar.
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Glow
3. Glow: Schedule your bridal trial to perfect your hair and makeup look.
On your wedding day, relax while our team delivers a calm, elevated, on-side beauty experience.
San Antonio Makeup and Hair Services FAQ
Planning your bridal glam should feel exciting, not stressful. Before you book your San Antonio bridal hair and makeup, you might have a million questions running through your mind- that's completely normal. I've gathered the most common FAQs to make everything feel simple, clear, and beautifully stress-free.
1. How far in advance should I book my San Antonio bridal hair and makeup trial ?
Most brides book 6-12 months ahead, especially during peak wedding season. Booking early ensures you secure your ideal date and avoid the stress of scrambling for your dream artists.
2. Do you offer Bridal Trials?
Yes We Do! Trials are booked Sunday-Friday based on availability.
We do not book trials on Saturdays due to servicing brides.
3. What do I need for my wedding hair and makeup Trial
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Come with clean 100 percent dry hair and bare face. Wear a white cami. That way we can color match to the decollete, neck and chest area. Also if you are uncertain about adding glow this is the perfect opportunity to try it out. Come with your veil, hair accessories or jewelery. 2-3 inspo photos for hair and makeup each. Bring clip-extensions if your considering them.
After securing your date or booking a trial you will be given a pdf on how to prep for your bridal makeup and hair trial.
4. Do you require a minimum?
Minimum of 6 for both hair and makeup are required for Saturday weddings.
Monday - Friday and Sunday minimums are based on location.
5. What is the booking process?
Click the inquire button. Fill out an inquire form. You will receive an email of our availability within 24-48 hours on weekdays with availability, pricing and a bridal hair and makeup Questionnaire. On Fridays email response may take 24-72 hours due to servicing brides on weekends.
6. What if I or my bridal party attendee have sensitive skin?
We ask you bring your products that you use and a list of any ingredients that can cause your skin to react.
7. How long does wedding hair and makeup take?
For Brides 1.5-2 hours, Glam waves 2-2.5 hours, Makeup 1.5-2hours
Bridesmaids, moms, guests 45-60 minutes
8. What makeup do we specialize in?
We specialize in Soft glam makeup
9. What hairstyles do we offer?
Romantic half up half down, updos, effortless styles, and romantic glam waves
10. What is the best way to communicate?
Once you submit the inquire form. Our communication is through the Honeybook portal.
It's strongly prefer to utilize the portal so everything being discussed is all in one place. With so many plant forms instagram, messenger, and text, conversations are spreading out in various locations and can get lost in the mix.
11. How do I secure my date
A signed service agreement and a non-refundable retainer secures your wedding day. Dates cannot be held
without these two steps.
12. What locations do service ?
Crystel Does Hair services San Antonio and the Texas Hill Country surrounding areas:
Up to 90 miles from San Antonio.
New Braunfels, San Marcos, Wimberly, Kyle, Bulverde, Spring Branch, Dripping Springs, Buda, Boerne, Comfort, Kerville, Fredericksburg, Castroville, Elmendorf, Pleasanton, Poteet.
We do not travel to Austin, Houston, Corpus, or Dallas.
A bride who feels grounded radiates effortlessly.