Welcome, friend
Whether you are looking for the wedding makeup artist of your dreams, or someone to make you look beautiful for a big event, I've got you covered.
Cortney K.
Rachel was WONDERFUL. The skin prep on my wedding day was so relaxing and made me feel so refreshed! She was easy to communicate with and was able to also recommend a great hair stylist (Jennifer) to cover that as well. My makeup and hair stayed put the whole day. If you’re looking for a natural make up look for your day and not make you feel like you’re wearing 5 lbs of makeup, Rachel is your girl!
Hope M.
I am so glad I chose Rachel to do me and my bridal parties makeup for my wedding. She gave me a warm and friendly welcome when I entered her home for the makeup trial, and walked me through each step she was doing, always stopping to ask if I liked how it looked and if I wanted to change anything. On my wedding day, she brought good vibes and made me and each of my girls feel and look beautiful! I did especially love the skincare before the application of makeup- I’ve had my makeup done before in high school for prom and neither time had anyone done skincare which I feel is crucial to help your skin look it’s best. I will definitely be referring Rachel to others!
Renee R.
Rachel is a fantastic MUA who puts in the time and effort to make sure that everything is exactly what you dreamed of! She's done my makeup several times, most recently for my wedding, where she was extremely organized and helpful throughout the whole process and was even ahead of schedule in doing wedding makeup for 6 bridesmaids/mother of the bride/bride!
About Rachel
Hi there! My name's Rachel, and I'm so glad you're here! I'm a wedding makeup artist specializing in on-site, bespoke bridal looks serving Central Illinois and beyond! With over 10 years of experience in the industry, I am dedicated to making you feel like a beautiful and confident version of yourself on your special day. If you're looking for an artist who listens and feels like home, you've found her!
I understand that wedding planning can be stressful, which is why I pride myself on being well-organized, calming, and thoughtful throughout the entire process. I am passionate about my work and strive to provide an authentic and personalized experience for each of my clients.
Please feel free to browse my portfolio and contact me with any questions or to schedule a preview. I can't wait to make you feel lovely!
Rachel fun facts:
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I love all things vintage and historical. You can definitely tell by the amount of antiques I have in my home!
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I’m pretty girly, but I do love a good adventure and getting a little dirty!
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My hobbies (when I have time for them) include reading, baking sourdough bread, and I love to sing. My husband and I love to play video game and DnD together, we're a little nerdy!
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Speaking of my husband, I’ve been married to the love of my life for 7 years and counting! We also had our daughter in the fall of 2024.
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I used to be an elementary teacher, hence my love of educating you all about skincare and makeup.
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My faith is the most important part of who I am. It's the reason I do what I do, and the reason I'm committed to strive for excellence and making every person who sits in my chair feel loved and seen.
"Joyfully helping you look and feel as special as you are."
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Consider the Lilies MUA ~ Rachel Smith
Wedding and Special Event Makeup Artist
Joyfully serving Illinois: Champaign, Decatur, Springfield, Peoria, Bloomington, Chicago, St. Louis, and beyond.
Consider the Lilies MUA
Rachel Smith
Joyfully serving Central Illinois and surrounding areas: Bement, Monticello, Champaign, Decatur, Springfield, Bloomington, Peoria, St. Louis, and Chicago