Mei is a former Cirque du Soleil star artist who created Triple Twist Makeup and Hair Design to give you the perfect, timeless look for your wedding day. In Studio Bridal Trial We have taken every step to make you feel your best in our bridal studio in Union Square. Our trials are scheduled by appointment only, so you have time to tell us your vision in detail, then work one-on-one with Mei in a stress-free environment. We then end with professional photography of your look (emailed same day, color and b/w). The Absolutely Best On Location Service! Take advantage of our exclusive mobile studio and on-location service. We arrive with our beautiful Italian-made lighted makeup table with vanity mirrors and director’s chairs, setup in 10 minutes and leave no footprint once we leave. This is truly an affordable luxury, as our on location fees are the most competitive in the Bay Area. City Hall Special Save $180 on you wedding day makeup and hair for your San Francisco City Hall wedding. Details on our site. Hair and Makeup Bridal Services – bridal makeup application – bridal hair styling, updos, half-up half-down looks, extensions – one-on-one bridal trials (with free professional trial photos, emailed same day) – bridal party hair and makeup – on location services – individually placed lashes – touch-up services
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Helpful ReviewMelanie
February 7, 2023 at 12:00 am1. Quick and detailed responses: Mei and her husband, Robert run the company together, with Robert handling the business and scheduling side of things, resulting in email responses that took sometimes less than an hour to receive, while I had to wait a few days or weeks to hear from other companies. Given I am in another state and time zone, this helped me with my own scheduling and planning. 2. A personalized hair and makeup trial: I highly suggest opting for the hair and makeup trial in Mei’s studio beforehand. Her studio is located in Union Square, which was a 5 minute walk away from my hotel, making it super convenient. Her studio is small yet… Read more
Helpful ReviewCaitlin Y.
January 20, 2023 at 12:00 amI tried makeup from 3 artists, and Mei at Triple Twist way my favorite by a wide margin. She really listened to my preferences (don’t go bold on the eyebrow) and put a lot of effort into perfecting the look, including blending foundations to match my fair and hard to match complexion. She did the makeup for the bridal party and the moms and everyone looked stunning. I was particularly impressed with the work on both moms, it was so tasteful, elegant, stately…we told my mom she looked like Madame President. It also lasted super well, on both the wedding and photoshoot days. The setup she brings to the hotel room is nice and makes for great photos, and… Read more
Helpful ReviewMelissa K.
May 8, 2021 at 12:00 amI did a trial with Mei a few days before our destination wedding. We sat down and I showed her my accessories, told her that I don’t wear makeup so was looking for something that wouldn’t take me too far out of my comfort zone, and showed her some Updo ideas. She did an amazing job putting together a light makeup look and applying lashes to enhance my best features, and I felt absolutely stunning by the time she was done. Not something I even imagined. She did an amazing job with my fine, thin hair. I don’t even know how she made it look like I had so much hair, but my updo was just perfect, had a… Read more
Helpful ReviewJennifer
October 17, 2018 at 12:00 amI went to Triple Twist and scheduled a hair and make up trial after being disappointed with my first trial run with another hair and make up artist. Mei was wonderful to work with and knew exactly how to accentuate my features without making me look too different. I wanted to feel beautiful and still comfortable with the make up (I do not wear heavy make up on a regular basis) and she was able to achieve this flawlessly. On the day of the wedding, she was great to work with ! She was patient and provided ease and calm – when my contact fell out of my eye and my fake eyelashes (that she so carefully placed!) on… Read more
Helpful ReviewDanielle
June 6, 2016 at 12:00 amTriple Twist provided hair services for my San Francisco destination wedding. I wasn’t able to make it to SF for a trial prior to the wedding so I was a little nervous about my hair that day, but I needn’t have been! Triple Twist showed up right on time and provided beautiful hairstyles for me, 2 moms, 2 bridesmaids and a flower girl. Everyone loved their hair! The only negative at all was that by the end of the night the curls in hair that was down had relaxed out, but I think that is likely due to the humidity and wind in SF not due to the styling. Both ladies were friendly and listened to what each person… Read more
Helpful ReviewAmy
December 9, 2014 at 12:00 amWe had Mei do hair and makeup for our wedding October 2014. Mei did hair and makeup for myself and two bridesmaids, while Marcela did hair and makeup for two bridesmaids and hair-only for two more, as we wanted an early start on pictures before the ceremony. Even though it was a tight schedule, they did a great job with everyone’s hair and makeup and stayed on schedule. I was SO SO happy with my hair and makeup. I didn’t want the makeup to look heavy, yet I wanted it to look good in the pictures. I also don’t usually wear a lot of makeup so I didn’t want to look too made up. Mei listened to what I… Read more
Helpful ReviewHannah
March 25, 2014 at 12:00 amMei was incredible. She (and her husband/manager, Robert) showed up at 7:15 in our hotel room and promptly set up her portable makeup mirror and lights. Way before the day of our wedding, I had an itemized timetable of the day and knew what to expect because we completed a virtual hair/makeup trial. Mei and I worked together to choose a look that was perfect for my semi-vintage wedding, and she executed it perfectly. I looked like myself, but a natural, 1920’s pin-up version of myself. She even stayed extra time so that our photographer could get some of those “getting ready” shots. Such a kind and talented woman! I would recommend Mei to any bride. Thank you so much! -Hannah
Helpful ReviewKristin
February 20, 2013 at 12:00 amMei and Robert are delightful ! The entire process was seamless and they were a great start to a wonderful day !!! My makeup and hair were amazing and more than I could have imagined.
Helpful ReviewUser1070689
January 17, 2013 at 12:00 amMy husband and I decided to elope at SF City Hall, and her husband, Robert, was very responsive and flexible with our last minute decision. Mei was awesome!!! I was aiming for natural and classic, and that’s exactly what I got! My make up was flawless and my hair was perfect. She made me feel and my twin sister feel very comfortable throughout the process. Mei is very warm, funny and had great recommendations. I wish her and her family the best and I highly recommend her!!!!
Helpful ReviewAnnie
December 2, 2012 at 12:00 amMei did hair and make-up for my bridal party and me and did a great job. My make up looked natural, felt light and gave the “me, only better” look I was aiming for. I had a hard time deciding on my hairstyle, scheduling a second trial after deciding I wanted something a little different than what we had done in my first trial, and ultimately tweaking it again on the day of my wedding. Mei and her assistant did a great job with my bridal party as well. They arrived at our hotel on time and we were ready to go as planned. My make-up lasted the entire day and night (over 12 hours!), and my loose curls… Read more
Helpful ReviewHannah
November 29, 2012 at 12:00 amAfter going through several makeup trials, I was finally lucky enough to find Triple Twist! From the makeup trials, finalization of the contract through the wedding, Robert and Mei set the standard for customer service. And for the makeup? The best makeup job I’ve ever had done – this is coming from someone who has been in 10+ weddings!
– Hannah
Helpful ReviewChristy
November 14, 2012 at 12:00 amMei did an amazing job on my hair and make-up. I brought a picture of the hair style that I’d like to try to my trial with Mei. She’s so talented. She immediately got it and made a little twist and made me the hair style that’s exactly what I was looking for. She also did an awesome job on my make-up that looked very natural and lasted for the whole night. She’s also very honest and stayed true to her opinion but at the same time, did her best to make me feel comfortable to make my own choice. I would highly recommend her.
Helpful ReviewNicole
September 5, 2012 at 12:00 amMei and Robert are a phenomenal team. Mei made me look very beautiful and natural. Her makeup also lasts all night! I originally thought of hiring her for extra hours of touch-up, but she said that her look will last and that i would not need to pay her extra $ just to sit around. Its refreshing to hear such honesty. I can’t say enough about her hair and makeup skills. She is super talented! Robert Manages the whole operation. He is very skilled, efficient, and funny. I also had Mei and her assistant do the bridesmaids hair as well. One of my bridesmaids had her hair done by the assistant and was not feeling the end result…. Read more
Helpful ReviewPamela
August 12, 2012 at 12:00 amMei and Robert are a truly amazing team. Robert impressed me first when he called me back, literally, a minute after I left a message inquiring about hair and makeup for my wedding. He was so efficient during the whole process. When I met Mei to discuss my wedding look during the trial, she was patient, honest, creative and completely detail oriented. I knew I had chosen the right person for the job.
On the day of my wedding, Mei worked her magic and I have never felt more beautiful! My wedding look was absolutely perfect and lasted all night. I would highly recommend Triple Twist to all future brides!
Helpful ReviewCassie
August 3, 2012 at 12:00 amMei did a fabulous job with helping the wedding party reach the vision each woman had for her hair, and each style was unique and complimented each woman nicely. Bridal make-up was amazing and I got a lot of compliments on it! 🙂
Helpful ReviewYvette
July 31, 2012 at 12:00 amMei and Robert were so wonderful on my wedding day! Mei did an amazing job on my hair and make up! Thanks again for making me look do fabulous! 🙂
Helpful ReviewDanesa
June 4, 2012 at 12:00 amThank you Mei and Robert for a wonderful experience!
I was in need of a hair dresser for my wedding day. I have short hair and was worried about my hair and getting married in San Francisco. had read a lot of review for Triple Twist and decided on a consultation.
Mei was wonderful and helpful and so so sweet and kind! She took my concerns and made me feel beautiful. I booked immediately.
On my wedding day, they came to my hotel and made me look more like me! It was a wonderful day and my hair and make-up lasted all day! The wind couldn’t ruin my hair or my day!
I highly recommend Triple Twist!
Helpful ReviewPj
February 25, 2012 at 12:00 amI commissioned Triple Twist for my daughter’s wedding party. Five women and a Flower Girl – all very different. What fun and what beautiful results. When finished, each and every one felt like a true princess.
Besides the beautiful results, dealing with Triple Twist was a delightful experience. Robert, the business manager, is a true professional and just flowed easily with every change we threw his way. Mei, the principal stylist is amazing!! Their price is more than fair – especially in our case, dealing with personalities, changes, the five women and a flower girl – all in a very short (early!) period of time. Professionals to a fault.
It just couldn’t be any better than Triple Twist. They literally put the icing on my daughter’s perfect day. PJ
Helpful ReviewSoraya
February 4, 2012 at 12:00 amI had my hair and makeup trial with Mei for my February wedding. For someone who is extremely picky about my hair and makeup and somewhat a perfectionist, I was in total awe with Mei’s work! She did exactly what I was envisioning for my wedding day. Every concerned I had was acknowledged and when I would hesitate to answer a question if I liked something or not, Mei would reassure to be honest and that she is there to make me look how I want and for me to feel beautiful. Her studio was also beautiful and spotless. Her husband Robert was extremely prompt and wonderful with returning emails and phone calls. After Mei was done with… Read more
Helpful ReviewChristina
December 14, 2011 at 12:00 amEvery bride wants to look her absolute best on her wedding day. Mei is just the artist to help you achieve that goal! I did two hair and make up trials, first with another company who used air brush and a second trial with Mei, who uses another kind of make up. Even though a lot of people swear by air brush, I preferred whatever blend Mei uses. It was just as light and looked amazing! Mei is also gifted at doing hair. During my trial, I described a vague idea of what I wanted and her interpretation was spot on! On my wedding day, my hair and make up remained flawless for 11 hours, from… Read more
Helpful ReviewTomoko
November 26, 2011 at 12:00 am(This is the same review I posted on Yelp, so apologies if you’ve already read that one.) Hiring Triple Twist was one of the best decisions I made during the wedding planning process. As all brides-to-be know, having so many choices and decisions to make can be overwhelming. I remember being so confused by all the different hair/makeup artists out there. I did a lot of research and eventually went with Mei because of her stellar reviews and the before-and-after pictures on her website. I could tell that her style was exactly what I was looking for – elegant and natural. Her work is amazing. My hair was perfect and stayed in place all day even though… Read more
Helpful ReviewSarah
October 29, 2011 at 12:00 amHaving good hair/make-up was really important to me as we eloped to get married at the City Hall in San Francisco and we had not invited any guests (other than our dog). Since our photographs were going to be how we shared our wedding with family/friends (and since I had hired a professional photographer) – I wanted to look my best! I was a little nervous: (1) because I have bad skin and I typically were very little (to no) make-up and (2) since we were travelling to San Fran for the wedding, I also had to schedule my trial for the day before the wedding (so no time to change my mind!). I felt… Read more
Helpful ReviewEllen
October 23, 2011 at 12:00 amWorking with Triple Twist was a breath of fresh air compared to many of the vendors I spoke or worked with. They were what you would expect from a professional company and were extremely ‘buttoned up’. Mei is has a genuine interest in achieving the look you want for you day. She is great at interpreting your vision and and likes to work out any potential challenges BEFORE your wedding day. So the day of was relaxing and it was fun to see her transform me into someone from another era – the 1960s. I felt fabulous but still like I looked like myself. And when I made a last minute change to my hair piece, she helped sew… Read more
Helpful ReviewJessica
July 7, 2011 at 12:00 amI was like a headless chicken running around looking for a hairstylist last minute! I called Triple Twist and Robert took care of me right away. Mei was so easy to work with and helped me find the right look for my wedding. I was a very indecisive Bride and began having second thoughts on my hair after our initial trial with my wedding only a week away! My Bridal Party scheduled another trial to help ease my stress (love my girls) and Mei was happy to meet with me, entourage and all, to find me another look. On the day of, she came right on time, very cheerful and sweet, and made my hair gorgeous!!! I loved her… Read more
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