How to Secure Your Date
After our initial Zoom call, and once we both feel it’s a great fit, we’ll send over your contract and invoice. You will have 5 days to submit both. Your date is officially reserved once the signed agreement and retainer are received. All bookings are secured on a first-come, first-served basis.

Artist Requests
Artists are thoughtfully assigned based on availability, experience, and overall alignment. If you have specific requests, please let us know when inquiring.

 

Why Choose Ara Bee Collective?

We’re an inclusive, AAPI-owned collective rooted in care, collaboration, and intentional beauty. Our team provides a thoughtful, personalized experience for every bride and bridal party, making your wedding day as seamless, beautiful, and joyful as possible.We create a seamless, intentional experience from your first Zoom call through your wedding day, with care and expertise tailored to your unique vision, hair type, and skin tone at every step.

What is airbrush makeup?
Airbrush makeup is applied using a fine mist for a smooth, lightweight finish. It can be customized from light to full coverage and leaves skin looking natural and radiant. We use professional, water- and transfer-resistant formulas that are fragrance-free, non-comedogenic, and hypoallergenic- ideal for long wedding days.

I'm getting married outside in the summer. What do you recommend?
For outdoor weddings, we highly recommend airbrush foundation. It’s water- and transfer-resistant and holds up beautifully in heat and humidity.

I have sensitive skin, what kind of makeup works best for my skin type?
Please let us know about any allergies or sensitivities in advance. Airbrush and fragrance-free products are often a great option for sensitive skin.

What payment methods do you accept?
We accept cash, Venmo, or card payments (3% processing fee).

How long does each service take?

Each hair or makeup service takes approximately 60 minutes, depending on style and complexity.

Bridal hair and makeup typically takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes to allow for detailed prep and finishing touches.

For wedding day scheduling, we require:

• A minimum of 4.5 hours for 4+ services

• A minimum of 5 hours for parties of 18–20 services

Do you travel for weddings?
Yes! We are based in Minneapolis and specialize in on-location wedding hair and makeup. Weddings taking place more than 10 miles outside of Minneapolis will incur a travel fee of $0.70 per mile, per artist (round trip).

Service minimum/maximum
There is a 4 service minimum for all weddings, no exceptions. (One makeup application or one hairstyle equals one service).
Depending on your timeline, we can typically accommodate up to 18–20 services with 4 artists.

Pricing & Gratuity
An 18% gratuity will be added to your wedding day total. Gratuity is not included in bridal trials but is always appreciated.

When should I schedule my bridal trial?
This only applies to brides who have signed a contract with us and after we have received their initial deposit. I recommend scheduling your bridal hair and/or makeup trial 1-4 months before your wedding day. If you are planning on doing any major changes to your hair; getting hair extensions, coloring it, or getting two or more inches cut off, please let us know before you schedule your trial.