Welcome to Awaken Beauty, where we specialize in luxury hair & makeup services by creating timeless, natural "no-makeup" makeup looks to full-on glamour. With expertise tailored for your perfect day, we craft personalized experiences that enhance your natural beauty and bring out your unique style. Whether you're seeking a subtle glow or full-on red carpet glam, we're here to make you feel radiant and confident on your special occasion.When you choose us, you're choosing poise, elegance, and the inner beauty that sets you apart.

Serving All of Denver, California & Beyond...

Contact us today and let your inner beauty shine.

Why Choose Awaken Beauty?

Expertise & Experience

At Awaken Beauty, our expertise and experience set us apart in the world of hair and makeup artistry. Our lead artist, Josiah Arellano, is a proud graduate of the prestigious Makeup Designory in Burbank, California, where he honed a diverse range of skills encompassing red carpet, TV/film, celebrity makeup, SPFX, and more. With a rich background that includes working with renowned musicians, assisting at high-profile fashion shows, and being featured in several magazines, Josiah brings a wealth of knowledge and a keen eye for detail to every project. This extensive experience, combined with a commitment to continuous learning and innovation, ensures that every client receives top-tier service and stunning results tailored to their unique beauty and style.

Reputation & Trust

When it comes to reputation and trust, Awaken Beauty stands out with a leader in the industry. Josiah’s extensive experience working with celebrities and being featured in high-profile magazines underscores our commitment to excellence and professionalism. Clients trust him to deliver stunning transformations, whether it's for a wedding, prom, or any special event. We pride ourselves on a proven record of satisfied clients who not only love their look but also appreciate the confidence boost that comes with it. Our dedication to maintaining the highest standards in hair and makeup artistry ensures that every client feels valued, beautiful, and ready to shine on their special day.

Passion & Dedication

At Awaken Beauty, our passion for hair & makeup artistry and dedication to our clients are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in the transformative power of hair & makeup, and our goal is to make every client feel beautiful and confident. Our love for the craft drives us to continuously refine our skills, stay updated with the latest trends, and incorporate innovative techniques. Each client's unique vision inspires us to deliver personalized, flawless results that enhance their natural beauty. Our commitment to excellence ensures that every experience with Awaken Beauty is not just about looking good, but feeling truly radiant and empowered

Clear Communication

At Awaken Beauty, clear communication is at the heart of our service philosophy. We prioritize understanding each client's unique vision and preferences, ensuring that every detail is discussed and aligned before the big day. From the initial consultation to the final touches, we maintain open and transparent communication, encouraging clients to share their ideas and feedback. This collaborative approach allows us to create personalized looks that truly reflect each individual's style and personality. Our commitment to clear communication ensures a seamless and stress-free experience, leaving clients confident and radiant for their special event.

Book your Dream Bridal Look

Wedding hair and makeup vendors, lgbtq friendly

How It Works…

outdoor wedding, bride and groom, wedding ceremony, sage green bridal party, lush green setting, natural surroundings, wedding officiant.

Reach Out: Simply contact us through our website.

Receive Quote: We provide a personalized quote based on the desired package’s we offer.

Send Retainer: Due to date’s filing quickly we need to secure your date by sending a non-refundable retainer.

Sign Contract: Sign our straightforward contract to finalize the booking and ensure everything is clear and agreed upon.

Wedding Consultation: Enjoy a personalized wedding consultation to discuss your vision, preferences, and any specific requirements.

Timeline Coordination: We work with you to gather the timeline for the bridal party to ensure everything runs smoothly on your special day.

Dream Wedding Look: On your wedding day, relax and let us create your dream wedding look, tailored perfectly to enhance your natural beauty and style.

  • I was very scared to spend a ton of money on hair & makeup on his services, because I have been in many weddings & have gotten the worst makeovers, I thought I would end up doing my own makeup because no one ever did mine justice but Josiah and his team made it worth every penny, his attention to detail is amazing, literally exceeded my expectations, his skincare routine alone was 30 minutes, literally was falling asleep, my entire bridal party absolutely fell in love with him and his amazing personality, he is by far the best makeup artist Ive ever had, he transformed my entire party from natural looks to full glam, jack of all trades! Highly Recommend, if you're hesitant on spending so much money take it from me it was the best investment ever, its a once in a lifetime opportunity and he made mine count!!!!!

    -Samantha

  • Working with Josiah was such a great experience! He is so talented and also so kind and friendly. Sitting in his makeup chair was a 5/5 100% recommend experience. I can’t wait to work with him again!

    -Sara

  • Love Love Love! I have booked with Josiah for numerous events and he never disappoints. He is so talented and makes me feel like my most beautiful, confident self every single time!

    - Sofia

  • Beautiful Bridal Makeup! Josiah was a pleasure to work with from start to finish. He was incredibly kind and communicative. He made sure to capture everything I wanted for my wedding day and did a phenomenal job on our trial. On the day of the wedding, he was prompt and gave himself plenty of time to complete my look. He had full focus on me the whole time and made sure to check in with me along the way. When he was finished, I was stunned! I felt absolutely gorgeous and I was so happy with his work. He even brought a touch-up kit with him in case he needed to do some touch-ups throughout the night, but we never ended up having to do that! His makeup lasted all night and looked fantastic in all the photos. I highly recommend Josiah for all your beauty needs!

    - Blake

  • Phenomenal Artist All Around. I have been blessed to work with Josiah as a model for an amazing magazine he collaborates with! I’ve never felt more empowered, sexy, beautiful, and comfortable. I have acne prone skin and have struggled with insecurities over my skin, his products are so professional and helped nourish my skin! Thank you Josiah BOOK WITH HIM

    - Leilani

  • Amazing Work! Josiah is very sweet and professional. He is keen to details when it comes to his artistic skills. Josiah listened to what I like, and I was very pleased. His love and passion definitely show in his work.

    - Carolyn

  • Best makeup I have ever had done! Would absolutely hire again!

    - Lauren R.

  • Josiah was great! He was super friendly. He did a great job doing my daughter’s make up for her senior photos. We asked for a more natural look and he did amazing!! He is very clean and explains what he is using. He also told us a time frame and stuck to it. Highly highly recommend his talent!!!

    - Aniatta

  • An amazing artist literally such a wholesome human bieng and very talented!! One of the only artist that was able to not make my face look cakey!

    - Susan W.

  • I loved my makeup and felt confident and beautiful at a special event. Josiah took the time to understand the look and style I was trying to achieve. He nailed it! He also brings his own makeup chair and amazing lighting. Ill be using him for every special event in Denver! Highly recommend.

    - Thelma R.

  • Did my daughters graduation makeup both for her pictures and graduation! Makeup was beautiful

    - Charmaine A.

  • Awaken beauty creates stunning photo ready looks! Lots of attention to detail and nothing is overdone! Highly recommend their service!

    -Sabrina

  • When the makeup artist that my daughter had scheduled had an emergency, Josiah stepped in and we could not have been more pleased. Where to begin? His kind demeanor and attention to our requests as if he’d always known us made for the most comfortable and fun pre wedding event! I was so happy to look like my best self with a touch of fancy. My daughter who loves experimenting with makeup knew just the look she was after and Josiah executed exactly what she wanted for her special day. He’s unassuming yet confident and lets his client be the star. I’d give him ten stars if I could!

    - Regina E.

  • Josiah is seriously one of the best MUA’s! He’s so good at what he does and makes the whole experience fun!

    - Jessica L.

  • Josiah was amazing! I had a vague idea of how I wanted my makeup done for my wedding day, and he took the ideas I liked and make everything look perfect for my complexion and face shape. I LOVED my pictures, and usually I hate pictures of myself. Even my jawline popped in pictures and I have a very round-ish face. He was also a dream to work with! Clear communication and clear expectations. All of my girls loved having their makeup done by him as well -- even my grandma had no complaints (she is hard to please! haha). I would recommend Josiah in a heartbeat. Pricing was fair, and great value for all that he does. He even sent me and all of my girls with a little touch up kit that had setting powder, lip color, and a beauty blender with our perfect shade on it. I am so so so glad I chose him for makeup!

    Belle

  • Josiah was extremely easy to work with and very professional and fun. Everything we wanted for our hair and makeup was spot on. My wedding was a month ago and legit people keep telling me how beautiful my makeup was. I can't recommend enough!

    -Maggie

  • Josiah did my wife and my glam makeup for our wedding, and I seriously could not have been happier. He also did both of our mother's makeup and made them both feel comfortable and beautiful. Truly some of the best makeup skills I've seen in the biz, and so easy and relaxed to work with. Queer friendly, supportive, and completely professional. I'd both go back to and recommend Josiah a million more times if I could!

    -Carl

  • I’m really picky about how my makeup is done, especially since I have oily skin. Josiah did such an amazing job, I literally looked airbrushed. The transition between blush and contour was seamless. ALSOOO it lasted for over 12 hours on my skin without me looking like a greaseball. The application and wear of Josiah’s makeup is *chef’s kiss*

    -Anatasia

  • Quality was so important for me on my wedding day and Josiah did awesome, delivering beautiful hair and makeup that lasted all night. They got there on time and were so attentive, making sure I looked and felt my best. Josiah and the team went above and beyond to contribute to our special day. I highly recommend Awaken Beauty for any wedding or event.

    -Jessica

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