The short answer: professional event makeup in Dubai typically costs AED 400–1,500 depending on the look and the artist's experience. At-home (mobile) glam usually runs AED 650–1,100, and bridal makeup ranges from AED 1,500 to 5,000+. Glam On Call charges a flat AED 600 for any occasion at your door — travel within Dubai included — and AED 2,000 for bridal with the trial included.
Dubai makeup prices at a glance (2026)
These are Glam On Call's actual rates — one flat menu, no call-out fee, anywhere in Dubai. Every session includes skin prep, false lashes and a look consultation.
| Service | What's included | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Occasional Makeup | 75 min at your location — brunches, dates, parties, photoshoots | AED 600 |
| Complete Look (Hair & Makeup) | Full makeup + basic hairstyling (soft waves, sleek finish or simple ponytail) | AED 800 |
| Bridal Makeup | Makeup only — trial session, wedding-day session, touch-up kit | AED 2,000 |
| The Gathering Glow | Groups of 3+ — bridal parties, birthdays, girls' nights | AED 500 / person |
| Blow-dry | Sleek glass finish to bouncy blowout by style & hair length | AED 300–500 |
| Hair Styling | Hollywood waves, ponytails, curls by style & hair length | AED 500–1,000 |
| Upstyling | Chignons, buns, pinned-up looks by style & hair length | AED 800–1,000 |
| Bridal Hair Styling | Hair only — trial session included; bridal makeup priced separately | AED 2,000 |
What changes the price
- Look complexity. Across the Dubai market, a natural "no-makeup" look starts around AED 400–650 while full glam and Arabic glam reach AED 800–1,500. Glam On Call keeps one flat rate — AED 600 covers any look.
- Home service and travel. Many artists add a call-out fee for coming to you. Check whether travel is included; at Glam On Call it always is within Dubai, with other emirates charged separately.
- Hair add-ons. Makeup-plus-hair packages in Dubai commonly run AED 900–1,100. Glam On Call's Complete Look is AED 800 with basic styling; intricate upstyles are booked from the hair menu (AED 800–1,000).
- Bridal extras. The wide AED 1,500–5,000+ bridal range mostly reflects whether the trial, touch-up kit and second looks are included. Glam On Call's AED 2,000 includes the trial and the touch-up kit.
- Peak season. Wedding season (roughly October–March) books out fastest and some artists raise rates; flat-menu services don't.
- Group size. Per-person group rates are usually lower — AED 500/person at Glam On Call for three or more.
Market ranges are drawn from independently published 2025–2026 Dubai price guides, including the ServiceMarket home-beauty price guide, and from Glam On Call's own booking data.
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Book on WhatsAppFrequently asked questions
Is travel included in makeup prices in Dubai?
Not always — many artists add a call-out fee for home service. At Glam On Call, travel anywhere within Dubai is included in every listed price; travel to another emirate is available and charged separately.
Do makeup prices include lashes and skin prep?
At Glam On Call, yes — every session includes skin prep, false lashes and a look consultation at no extra cost. Elsewhere these are sometimes billed as add-ons, so always check what a quote covers.
Do I need to pay a deposit?
Usually yes. Most Dubai artists, including Glam On Call, confirm the booking with a small advance payment after agreeing the artist, date and time on WhatsApp, with the balance due on the day.
Are group bookings cheaper?
Often. Glam On Call's group rate (The Gathering Glow) is AED 500 per person for groups of three or more — AED 100 less than the individual occasion rate.
How far in advance should I book?
For weddings, 4–8 weeks ahead to fit in a trial; for events, a few days is usually enough. Same-day is often possible via WhatsApp, depending on the calendar.
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