Kirstie Makeup

Welcome! I’m Kirstie, a hair and makeup artist, specializing in television, weddings, and events. I’m Kirstie, a hair and makeup artist based in South Auckland.

I’ve worked with some of New Zealand’s top celebrities and TV personalities, helping them look flawless on-screen and in person. I specialize in creating flawless looks for television, weddings, and events. With years of experience in the industry, I’ve been lucky to work with some of New Zealand’s top celebrities and television personalities — helping them feel confident both on-screen and in person. I’m passionate about making every client feel their best for every occasion.

05/01/2026

HE MANA ATUA 🤎🐴🎻 ft. Latiyah and Te Haakura

Directors
Producer Turanga Kereopa
DoP Ngarangi Tipene-Leach
Camera Luke Rosamond
Hair and makeup .makeup
Stills photography
Production: Ani Pohatu-Ryder, Teremaanu Hall, Tanumia Peke-Paenga
Music by Awatea Wihongi

05/01/2026

Throwback to this glam little shoot for Cocomay’s podcast 🎙️🫧🥂

16/07/2025

Since the moisturiser suggestions were popping off, I’m sharing some of my fav setting sprays.

For high hold:
- Charlotte Tilbury (my ride or die, smells amazing, holds all day)
- L’Oréal Infallible 3 Second Spray(currently viral and flying off the shelves - it does use up quickly though)
- One Size On Til Dawn (I love this one so much. It holds like nothing else)

Hydrating hold:
- Smashbox Endurance setting spray (feels luxe, minimal fragrance)
- MAC Stay Over Fix+ (not to be confused with the original fix plus! This one smells nice, helps with colour fading)

Budget friendly:
- Liquid Lock (rose smell, gently hold)
- Revolution Super Fix (new to my roster, rose smell, hydrating, very accessible, get it from or )
- L’Oréal infallible $25-30 for a can, works like the One Size but has a very strong hairspray-like smell

01/04/2025

When a CamOp has their turn in front of the camera 🎥 It was pure joy doing Raphaella’s makeup - what a stunning face and beautiful bone structure!

Products:
Cryo-Jelly Eye Mask
Crème
The Face Glue Primer

liquid bronzer
Setting Spray

Neutral matte palette
Eye pencil whiskey

Lip Liner in N**e
Lip IV Gloss in Hydra Honey

26/11/2023

My favourite part of the makeup is the skin. Prepping the skin with appropriate skincare means the makeup goes on beautifully. I love experimenting with different primers, this is the Armani Luminous primer in action

14/08/2023

Beautiful Cléophée …. I played around with some colour to create this editorial look. I loved pushing myself and resisting the temptation to pick up brown eyeshadows!

13/08/2023

Rachel 🤍 This wedding was a last minute booking as Rachel’s initial makeup artist was sadly stranded on the East Coast due to Cyclone Gabrielle. I was so honoured that Rachel and her bridesmaids put their trust in me, having just met on the wedding day and allowed me to be part of their day.

Photo by
Dress .hamilton
Flowers
Venue