Lina Leikam

I do not offer airbrush makeup. My title says it all: I am a makeup ARTIST.
Creativity and artistic skills differentiate true makeup artists from the masses. 
Airbrush is great for full-body makeups, but a rather fast and simple way to apply makeup on face (even though many “artists” charge a premium for it), while I strive for best quality and perfection and do not believe in a “one size fits all”-approach. 
Brush and sponge do a way better job for details and a look customized to your skin’s specifics. 
Check out this interesting article which provides a very balanced pro and con overview:
https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/airbrush-wedding-makeup-pros-cons
Airbrush is a popular choice for bridal makeups because of the claim that it lasts longer and is able to handle sweat better (which is not true as long as you are using high quality HD makeup).
If you decide to go with an airbrush makeup artist, make sure that person is highly experienced and definitely insist on a trial run.
You might experience flaking or patchy areas otherwise, which will ruin your big wedding day. 

Absolutely! 
Please, voice any preferences about your style. A picture of yourself also helps me to get an idea of your facial shape, skin type and hair. 
You can rely on my feedback to be truthful and honest. If I think that a certain look or makeup brand may not be suitable for your skin, I will let you know. Of course, you will make the final call. 
If you have a specific look in mind, feel free to send me some pictures or a description in advance. 
I will make sure to pack my makeup kit accordingly to make your dream look come true! 

A quick touchup session will not take longer than 20-30 minutes. Hair or makeup are about 45 minutes each. 
A full hair and makeup session can take 1.5-2 hours.
For bridal hair & makeup, I recommend up to 2.5 hours. Bridesmaids or groom can be anywhere between 30 and 60 minutes, depending on time schedule and preferences. 
If needed, I can be much faster, but you should let me know in advance.

As early as possible. The larger the event, the more important becomes long-term planning. 
You can always send me a last-minute request and sometimes I am able to squeeze you in.
For weddings or photo shootings, you should aim check my availability at least several weeks in advance, since it takes some preparation. 
If you know that your wedding date will be 12 months from now and time and venue have already been confirmed, there is no reason to NOT get in touch with me today. If something changes along the way, we will certainly find a solution. 

If you have a favorite lip stick or makeup brand and insist on providing the material, I will gladly accommodate your request. 
Pricing for my services will not be adjusted. 

Ohio charges an origin-based sales tax, which means that sales tax is based on my business‘s location (regardless of where I perform the services). When I got licensed in Ohio, the Board of Cosmetology let me know that makeup services are typically subject to Ohio‘s sales tax which I have to deduct each month.
More details and exceptions are provided under the following link:
https://tax.ohio.gov/wps/portal/gov/tax/help-center/resources/tax-education/cosmetology 
If no sales tax was shown on your past invoices, these makeup artists might have been located in a different state with different tax rules, or - in case of Ohio - may not have been officially licensed / registered and do not report their income correctly.
Sales tax is due as long as the services are performed within the state of Ohio.
If the event took place outside of Ohio, I would only be subject to that state‘s taxation system and possibly require lower / no sales tax (e. g. makeup services in Florida seem to be exempted from sales tax). 

First of all, you should have a warm and fuzzy feeling when you talk or text with me. The personal relationship is the most important factor for success and the better we get along with each other, the easier I can anticipate your needs. 
If you like my reference pictures on my web page or Instagram, this is also a good indicator if we are a "match". 

Of course, there is also some hard facts: 
- Over 10 years experience in the beauty retail industry and as a hair & makeup artist
- Certified barber (Germany)
- Certified hair and makeup artist (Germany)
- Certified esthetician (Ohio, USA)
You can check my esthetician license online via the following link:
https://elicense.ohio.gov/oh_verifylicense?firstName=Lina&lastName=Leikam

Did you know that Ohio requires a valid esthetician or cosmetology license for any kind of makeup services? 
 Practicing as a makeup artist without a license within the state of Ohio is illegal and this person "is guilty of a misdemeanor of the fourth degree on a first offense; on each subsequent offense, such individual is guilty of a misdemeanor of the third degree."
It took me hard work and many hours of preparation to get certified as an esthetician in the state of Ohio. 
Self-proclaimed "makeup artists" bypassing these rules may also bypass best practices and standards that should be part of every makeup procedure when they work with you!