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Bespoke Makeup Artist Serving the Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia Area

A personalized beauty journey that enhances natural features, celebrates inclusivity, and inspires confidence.

Discover makeup that uplifts and elevates—where expert artistry meets personalized service, and every look feels authentically you.

Jessica is a dedicated professional makeup artist known for creating stunning, bespoke looks that celebrate each client’s beauty. She began her makeup journey to fulfill her passion for creativity and client service. For her, makeup isn’t just about achieving the perfect look—it’s about creating an experience that makes her clients feel confident and excited.

As a woman of color, Jessica deeply understands how beauty representation can sometimes ostracize others. This drives her commitment to creating a welcoming and inclusive space where everyone feels seen and valued. She consistently works with diverse clientele and models to ensure her skills are exemplary for all clients.

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Explore J.Tan Artistry

A creative soul from Northern Virginia with Khmer roots, driven by connection, fueled by empathy, and happiest when cooking for others.

I’m Jessica—a proud JMU alum and an even prouder auntie of seven. My journey with makeup began as a creative outlet, a way to express myself through art. Like many, I’ve had my playful moments with blue eyeshadow, bold red lipstick, and dramatic winged liner during my school years. But over time, makeup has grown into something much deeper.

Today, it’s not just about creativity—it’s about empowering my clients, bringing them confidence and joy for their special moments. Seeing their smiles, their excitement, and their happiness is what I live for.

Quick facts about me

  • Cat mom of two gray boys, Enzo & Remy

  • Born and raised in Northern Virginia

  • Daughter of Khmer Rouge survivors

  • Takes an international trip every year.

  • My favorite concert was Adele in Las Vegas.

  • One of my favorite makeup brands that I wish more people knew about is Natasha Denona.

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“On ne voit bien qu’avec le cœur. L’essentiel est invisible pour les yeux.”

The quote above translates to, “One only sees well with the heart. What is essential is invisible to the eyes.”

Thank you for trusting me to create beauty that’s felt; not just seen.

Weddings

Pop the confetti!
It’s time to celebrate you!

Prior to your wedding day, you can expect an open door of communication between us. No question is too little or too large. For your bridal preview, also known as your trial run, we’ll collaborate to curate a wedding look that inspires confidence, shines in photos, and still feels authentic to you. If you are uncertain where to begin or how to articulate your desired aesthetic, we will have an in-depth consultation to bring your vision to fruition. Specializing in soft glam and natural-looking makeup, I aim to enhance your natural beauty, not conceal it.

I will always work hard to earn your trust. That’s why when you book a bridal preview with me, there’s no obligation to also book your wedding day services with me. It brings me so much joy to know my clients choose to work with me because of the care I provide and the talent I bring to their special day.

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Wedding Makeup - $250
Includes neck & decolletage glow, makeup application, false lashes, and touch-up kit for after my departure. A minimum of four makeup applications including the bride is required.

Bridal Preview - $175 
2-hour appointment including makeup consultation, makeup application, false lashes, 24/7 communication, and adjustment touch-ups

Wedding Party or Family - $150 

Additional Artist Cost - $150 
For parties of six or more, a second artist is required.

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Special Occasions & Photoshoots

From professional photos to birthdays, to baby showers, you can always find an excuse to treat yourself to a glam session with me.

When it comes to professional photos, trust a professional to create a look that stands out on camera and captures your radiant beauty. You’ve invested in capturing these memories—let’s make sure your makeup reflects the same level of care.

Special Occasion Makeup - $175
1.5 hr appointment, includes false lashes

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Makeup Lessons

Makeup can be overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be when you have an expert who can guide you.

With my private lessons, I teach you how to best use the products you already have and a makeup routine that is suitable for your daily life. My goal is not to sell you a whole new makeup routine. It’s not to push you to spend hundreds of dollars on new makeup. My goal is to meet you where you are and elevate your makeup routine where you want it to be.

This looks different for every person. Sometimes, it’s a 10-minute routine that can be done using a couple of multi-purpose products for someone with a busy lifestyle with kids, or it can be for the person who is tired of their everyday makeup routine and wants to learn how to do a classy nighttime look, or it can be for pre-teens and teenagers learning how to wear makeup that’s appropriate for school. Whatever stage of life you’re in, I’m happy to guide you through a lesson tailored for you. So turn off the YouTube tutorials and TikToks and connect with me to learn a makeup lesson that will actually stick!

Private 1-on-1 Lessons - $250
1.5 hr makeup lesson including intake questionnaire, personalized lesson plan, product recommendations list, and custom multi-paged lesson recap.

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  • I hired Jessica for my wedding makeup and it was one of the best wedding decisions I made! Being mixed race, I've never felt that a makeup artist got my eye shape or skin color right until Jessica. She took the time to listen to my concerns (I was very nervous about my professional makeup for my wedding) and she came up with a customized plan. She did a fantastic job and I've never felt more confident in my makeup! Plus my makeup looked amazing both in person and in photos and stayed on all night. Shes really easy to work with and so professional - You have to hire her for your wedding!

    Stephanie P.

  • Jessica is SUPREMELY talented, and an absolute JOY to work with! She is the consummate professional, an extraordinary listener, and tireless in working to achieve the outcome her clients desire! She’s also exceptionally flexible, accommodating, and understanding, as she did my makeup application while I was holding my infant daughter on my lap (thanks, Jessica)! Her prices are also extremely reasonable. I could not recommend or endorse her more strongly!

    Caitlin G.

  • Jessica is such a professional and was a delight to have as part of my team on such a stressful day. She and her assistant MacKenzie were both prompt and prepared day of and made all our ladies feel so special and beautiful. As the bride, I was so skeptical about booking hair and makeup for my wedding bc I wanted to look like myself in photos and not overdone. From the moment Jessica showed up at my house for my trial, I did a 180 and felt her caring and genuine expertise and energy had to be a part of my day. I loved that she did a house call for my trial (and was so good with my fur baby, Pepper the lab). Thank you Jessica and MacKenzie, we were all so pleased with your work!

    Cassandra K.

  • I highly recommend Jessica Tan! We hired her to teach my tween daughter how to do her make-up. Jessica was kind, helpful, and patient. She used age appropriate techniques, colors, and instruction. She answered all of my daughter’s questions, helped her understand which products were best for her skin, and provided a list of products that she could buy with her allowance that didn’t break the bank. She followed up with an email recapping step-by-step what they did for reference. Also my daughter has monolids, and Jessica helped her appreciate the natural beauty of her features. The whole experience boosted her self-confidence! I will 100% hire her again when my daughter is older to teach her more advanced techniques. Best experience!!!

    Melinda S.

  • Jessica is not only a very talented makeup artist, but also is very easy to work with and is so friendly and nice which is super important on what can otherwise be a very stressful day (wedding). She helped me look my best and was super quick and understanding to make any requested adjustments. She even surprised me with a touch up kit and day after kit! I would definitely hire her again for any future makeup needs.

    Maylin O.

  • I had a makeup lesson with Jessica and she was so knowledgeable, kind, and easy to learn from. She was super patient while showing me how to apply things and detailed in her written instructions for me. She also fully tailored things to my face and skin as well as my desires and needs. Highly recommend working with her!

    Jane Z.

  • Jessica is an absolute delight of a makeup artist. Small business owned by such a delightful woman! I booked Jessica to learn how to do my own makeup for my wedding. Her style met what I was looking for… to say the least, she exceeded my expectations. We went over the products I had and what I could use without having to buy all new and start from scratch. I’m a very basic person when it comes to doing my makeup so I was so glad to see she even helped me save where I could. She was very detailed, patient, and so graceful to the skills I lacked. I learned so much from her and left feeling confident that I could do this especially in my wedding day. I highly recommend to book her, whether it’s for a wedding, an event, or even just to learn from her! I would highly recommend Jessica!!!

    Cannie T.

  • Hiring Jessica and her assistant Terry was one of the best decisions I made as a bride. They were professional and attentive to my bridal party’s makeup preferences while keeping a fun and light energy during what could’ve been a very stressful morning. The makeup application felt lightweight but was long-lasting and turned out beautifully in pictures, and both artists helped us make last minute tweaks and touch-ups to ensure everyone felt comfortable and beautiful. If I could give 10 stars, I would!

    Madeleine L.

  • Jessica is the best! She is professional, warm, kind, and talented! The trial appointment went so smoothly. I wasn't sure exactly what I wanted and I trusted Jessica to know what will go best on my face for a soft glamorous look. And she knocked it out of the park! I got so many compliments from everyone that day and the make-up lasted that I didn't even need to touch it up. So, I was confident of her skills for my wedding day. Two of my bridesmaids used her service and they both looked so beautiful and could not stop raving about her to me. My day of wedding make-up was exactly how our trial run went (maybe even better). Again, I didn't need to touch up except for the occasional lip gloss. I'll definitely go to Jessica for any special occasion make-up needs now!

    Misheel D.

  • Jessica was an absolute pleasure to work with for my wedding day, and it’s very apparent that she is truly passionate about the work she does! My bridesmaids and mom all expressed how comfortable and confident they felt with Jessica. She asked questions before, during, and after makeup application to ensure she accurately executed the looks we envisioned for ourselves. Jessica was very personal throughout the experience and helped bring stress levels down on the morning of the wedding. The makeup lasted all day (12+ hours) even through all the tears and dancing. I’m so grateful to have worked with Jessica and recommend her to anyone looking for an attentive and passionate makeup artist for any occasion!

    Lauren B.

  • Jessica is a true gem! As someone who rarely wears makeup beyond blush and sunscreen, Jessica did amazing work creating a personalized makeup look that was natural, elegant, but stunningly beautiful. I got many compliments from both my trial and wedding day and the photos came out amazing! Day of, Jessica and her team were able to get through a decently sized group with time to spare! She was extremely responsive and accommodating to messages and scheduling preferences leading up to the big day. I would highly recommend for any NoVa bride seeking a "natural glam" expert!

    Hanley - Wedding

  • Working with Jessica was an absolute delight! She skillfully captured the essence of natural and professional in the makeup she applied for my photoshoot. The look enhancing my features without feeling overly done. Her attention to detail and ability to create a polished yet effortless look truly impressed me. I highly recommend Jessica for anyone seeking a talented and professional makeup artist who understands the balance between glamour and a natural aesthetic. Thank you for making me feel confident and radiant for my photos!

    Grace C.

  • Jessica was gracious and did some personal shopping with me and she literally tailored things to my needs and specifications perfectly! I'm not big on makeup for the everyday but I wanted something that could help me feel more put together without too much effort. She kept that in mind as she gave me suggestions and chose out colors for a really basic routine I could keep up with and it's been really great so far. She also understands how to work with my asian monolids (showed me how she would do eyeshadow) and my downward eyelashes (found me the right kind of mascara to us). I just have loved all of the products she recommended to me so far and she's just the most open-minded person ever. Thank you Jessica for taking time out of your day to shop with me and curate a natural-everyday routine for me (that's so easy to glam up with too)!

    Denise M.

  • Jessica did my bridal makeup, as well as makeup for my bridesmaids. She was AMAZING to work with! My bridal party and I couldn’t stop complementing her skills and artistry. Jessica was able to personalize the look for each person, and use her incredible talent with makeup to complement/highlight each person’s unique facial features. I especially appreciated Jessica’s expertise in working with Asian faces and products. On top of everything, Jessica was so professional, kind, and fun to work with, she made me feel very comfortable and special during an anxious morning of wedding prep. Thanks so much Jessica!!

    Emee T.

  • Jessica did my make up for my wedding in October of last year. She did a phenomenal job! I switched up my look super last minute (like the day of) and she was so kind and made it work! I still get compliments to this day about my wedding make up and I truly feel that she helped me look the most beautiful on that day. I definitely plan on booking again in the future!!

    Sara L.

Additional Pricing Information:

Add-On Services

Individual Lashes - $15

On-Site Touch Ups - $75 per hr

Eyebrow Trim & Grooming - $15

Mini Hydrating Facial - $25
Includes cooling under-eye masks, jade rolling, and facial massage to reduce puffiness, increase facial glow, and plump the skin.

Flower Child & Jr. Bridesmaids - $20
Includes blush and lips.

Travel and Additional Costs

Travel within a 10-mile radius of 22314 is free. 

For travel more than a 10-mile radius - $.75 per mile roundtrip

For travel over 45 miles one way, please inquire for pricing.

Tolls are not included in travel fees above.
 

Morning Fee -  $50 per hr
Travel starting before 7:30AM.

Connect with Me

Thank you for your interest in booking my makeup services! Please fill out the following form to inquire about my availability. You will receive a response from me within 24-48 business hours. I look forward to chatting with you!

I’m Jessica - A beauty lover and creative soul from Northern Virginia with Khmer roots

My journey with makeup began as a creative outlet, a way to express myself through art. Today, it’s not just about creativity—it’s about empowering my clients, bringing them confidence and joy for their special moments. Seeing their smiles, their excitement, and their happiness is what I live for.

FAQs

  • For sanitation, I disinfect all my used products. I put all used makeup products and brushes into a plastic bag to prevent cross-contamination. With the used makeup products and brushes, I spray 70% isopropyl alcohol on them and allow them to dry. I also deep shampoo all my brushes before every use. I do not double dip any of my products and use disposables or my stainless steel palette and scalpel. Lastly, I always sanitize my hands before applying any product to my client's face. 

    I take hygiene and sanitation very seriously and want to ensure both my clients and I feel safe. If you require me to wear a mask, please let me know ahead of time, and I'm happy to do so! 

  • I do not offer airbrush services, as my approach to makeup focuses on enhancing the natural beauty of my clients. Traditional makeup application provides a skin-like, radiant finish, whereas airbrush makeup tends to offer a heavier, full-coverage look. My style is all about highlighting your natural features, not masking them. I’ve found that traditional makeup, when applied properly, lasts just as long as airbrush makeup and allows for more precise application, especially for targeting specific areas on the skin.

  • Unfortunately, I do not offer hair services, but I have a few hairstylists I love to partner with. Also, hiring a separate hair and makeup artist can expedite your getting-ready time. When you inquire, feel free to ask for recommendations!

  • A full makeup application typically lasts between 6 to 9 hours, though this can vary based on factors such as face touching, sweat, humidity, tears, and skin oiliness. While I always strive to ensure your makeup stays fresh for as long as possible, I can't guarantee an exact duration. Retouching and on-site touch-up services are available if needed. Additionally, I provide my clients with helpful tips on how to maintain their look and perform quick touch-ups on their own throughout the day.

  • Bridal previews include an initial consultation, skin preparation, one full makeup application, and on-site travel to your location. During the consultation, we’ll discuss the look you’d like to achieve. Since this process takes a lot of collaboration, the appointment may take up to two hours. Throughout the trial, and after, I encourage you to share any adjustments or feedback. I carefully record all your input to ensure we perfect your look for your wedding day. For a more detailed overview of the trial process, please visit my blog.

  • Yes, all are welcome!

  • I use a diverse selection of premium makeup and skincare brands in my kit to ensure the best results for my clients. Some of the brands I work with include Nars, Makeup Forever, Ardell Lashes, Tarte, Urban Decay, Anastasia Beverly Hills, Viseart, Amuse Beauty, Unleashed, Heroine Make, Danessa Myricks, Laura Mercier, Natasha Denona, Makeup by Mario, Maybelline, Milk Makeup, and more. I am not tied to any one brand, as I believe in prioritizing quality and performance over brand names to achieve the best possible look.

  • Yes! Book a lesson with me, and we can customize the lesson however you’d like. I have met clients at cosmetic stores before to help them find shades and products that best suit their makeup style.