I need a makeup artist for my wedding in Ado-Ekiti. I have heard of Banke and Tara but i think because of the distance, I might not be able to use them. I need a good person that can also tie gele and not very expensive like them Banke, Any ideas pls? I heard of Zubi, I need his information or website,

where exactly are u based sis

nigeria is really blessed. u need to see my wedding day look, the makeup artist is not known but she did a very good job.i looked very beautiful and natural even with makeup and she collected 35,000 for my trad, church and court, and she did touch-ups through out the day. isn't she affordable. makeup job is not by name abeg. u can reach her on 08051402496, her name is RM looks.

shawnobi, i am with you. i just got married on october 25th in benin and RM looks did my makeup for the trad and white wedding plus my train of 5 ladies and for just 50,000.she's based in Lagos and she really pays attention to some little details in makeup.if u ask me, she's not expensive, considering the fact that she had to come all the way to benin for me. for ado-ekiti she might take less than that amount sha.i would soon upload my pix on facebook cos my husband also loves her job.

hi every1,i came accross naira land a few months back searching for a makeup artist for my wedding, I arrived in lagos to meet with the 4 artist that was recommended, I Called banke meshida to schedule an appointment she was extremely rude over the phone , checked out a few others too, one in particular did a bad job boyoun faces' or sump like that on my friends wedding SO I DIDNT BOTHER, MY FRIEND looked horrible, tried tara but one of her girls mentioned she wont come down herself,she always sends someone else, Is this what makeup artist in naija do now , i think its stupid. Finally i tried blissfull makeovers and lise makeup studio, Eventually i had bad experienceS with all except one , Lise makeup, She consulted with me herself and was very professional too, did my makeup herself and her girls did my train, i looked stunning says everYone for what she charged it was worth more, i dont live in naija but it seems pple can send the wrong message about these makeup artist TO PPLE ABROAD, all because of popularity , some r good,some multi talented,some into it just for the cash and some are just fakes.She did my chief brides maids for free and my flower girls and i still got some makeup products from her free on my wedding day, Shes nice and down to earth and i hope others can try her to know it,her names Eni BALOGUN, You can checkout the bridal pics on her site ,mines is there too , www.lisebeautyrange.com

adefaces hi.i'm extremely sorry bout d experience u got down here(especially wit Tara) but i would like 2 explain something here if u don't mind.can i draw u back to the old times(days of d bible!!!)Moses happened 2 do it all by himself at a particular point in time during d journey to the promised land den GOD instructed him 2 use d process we're all familiar wit; d division of labor, u know d rest of d story.my point- Tara can't do it all by herself therefore she's training others, empowering others, giving out her knowledge 2 others 2 benefit from.i think we shld appreciate her efforts instead of "dropping" her. she's still d very best.believe dat mi sis.

THANKS TJ3, FOR YOUR WELL QUOTED VERSE, mY OPINION IS MINES AND I PRESUME IF I'M PAYING FOR SOMETHING I SHOULD GET THE SERVICES I WANT, AND NOT TO BE BOSSED AROUND, @ LEAST IT WAS ONE OF HER OWN GIRLS THATS TRAINED BY HER @ YOUR STUDIO THAT TOLD ME SHE DOES NO MAKEUP FOR NO ONE ANYMORE,SINCE SHES A BIG SHOT NOW,SO I'M NOT CRUCIFYING TARA JUST TELLING MY STORY OK, I ENDED UP USING LISE AND I HAD THE BEST DAMN SERVICE EVER, THANKS AGAIN

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@fyngirlosa and shawnobi

My wedding is coming up in two weeks time in kogi state and I have contacted RM looks for the make up. I hope she does a good job just like you have proclaimed; although she is charging me 50k for 2 days- no bridesmaids. What do you think?

@tng.Hi, u did good calling her and believe me am not just praising her,she's good with makeup.For 50,000, i think she's affordable.Considering the fact that you are in the northern part of nigeria and its for 2days.Anyways it all depends on what you want but i think you should try her, if she's available.

Hi tng,congrats in advance.i was also skeptical when someone referred her to me but having tried her i'ld say she's very affordable and good.If you can, just try her.It pays to look good always especially on your wedding day.

fyngirlosa,are you sure RM looks is very good?i mean i dont want to joke with my bridal looks.someone referred her to me and am trying her out this saturday, my wedding.well i'd stay +ve.

@fyngirlosa & shawnobi

Hi gals. Thanks for the replies. I guess i would go along with using RM looks because she truly is affordable compared to the others i checked out.

@ TNG

gud day.pls i would like to know if you are handling accomodation for TNG and if it's included in the 50,000.pls,i would like to know because she charged me 50k for my white and trad then 15k for my 5bridesmaids for white and she hasn't said anything about accomadation.cos am getting married in akure this afternoon (trad) and 2morow morning(white),am actually expecting her any time from now this morning.i just dont want surprises.pls,reply so i can prepare for her.tanx.

sorry,i meant to say "if you are handling accomodation for RM Looks".Tanx.

Hi Obiromna,

She told me that they usually accommodate themselves. Dont know if it would be different for you. She also charged me for the bridesmaids seperately so I think the price is inclusive of accommodation.
Take care and have a great day

@ do-me
does tara pay u for the noise?

there are a lot of great make up artists in nigeria that are yet to be discovered,
i guess all these names everyone's mentioning are ones that have access to money to push their products and services.
Unveil needs to go back to a makeup skool if she ever attended one,
Tara should do something about her cheap product packaging,
and banke should stick to selling BM PRO only!

kudos to Tinuke who made up my friend last weekend for her wedding, good work!

banke meshida was tara's student.She learnt from her

are you getting married on a budget and still want to look breathtakiing? call 08054750709 for your bridal hair and makeup,and unique gele tying at extremely affordable rates.

Divine looks is the best oh. she did my friends make up. it was wow!!

Hello people, what about Bimpe Ogunmakin? i really love her makeup and she' such a fantastic person really.she does true love cover page.

FREDDY BODY TOUCH offers the bride a total package!

In addition to make up on your wedding day, she offers complimentary facial and skin treatments and she's very affordable too.

If you want to glow on that special day, call Fredrica on 08038235982; 07027731256 to schedule an appointment.

The Nigerian make up industry is made up of many professionals and it's only going to keep getting better.

There is really no basis of comparison as all of them have brought the industry to the enviable heights it is now.

However if i must choose i'd say i admire Tara for actually paving the way for others to follow. she is acknowledged as the first Nigerian make up artist. In fact many of the established and the up and coming artists cut their teeth in her school or her studio.

Her vision and foresight kick started this opportunity that has produced wealth for a lot of women today.

Here's to Women empowerment, Here's to Tara!

I am an independent Consultant for Mary Kay products and would love to showcase our products to Makeup Artists in Nigeria. Kindly send me an e-mail at mkbeauties@gmail.com

Thanks

Dear All,

I spent 1 month in September 2008 at the House of Tara make up school in Ikeja and i must confess that i have really learnt a lot about the art of making up and my skill set has drastically improved. I had a wonderful experience throughout.

I do recommend that all intending make up artists should give it a try. They've got 2 weeks, 1 month and 2 month intensive courses and their facilitators do know their onions. You can visit the website - www.houseoftara.com or come 22A Omotayo Ojo Street, Off Allen Avenue By Oshopey Bus stop, Ikeja or 9A Oko-Awo Close Victoria Island or call 080 2292 2921, 01-461 6654.

Gbeminiyi

I also just learnt that the House of Tara has opened up shop in Abuja at Shop 25-28 Banex Vom, Alexandra Street, Beside FRSC Building, Off Adetokunbo Ademola Street, Wuse Zone 2 Abuja. The make up school's not set up yet but it seems that very soon it will be up and running.

Now people in the Northern part of Nigeria do not need to travel far for their training.

I personally like make up done by artists from House of Tara. It is always fresh and natural. My friend recently used then for her wedding in December and she looked breathtaking. She originally wanted Tara herself but was told she would be unable to do it due to time constraints and it was more expensive. At first I was like why? but then I realise that she is the MD/CEO of the company. She must be extraordinarily busy. i don't think its because she thinks sehs better. I just think she has a lot on her plate. The other artists they have however are very good.

I think deifnitely they are the best inthe business. Hands down. They have a trainign school, a product line and also provide amke up services. No other personc an say they have all of thet

Hi all,

I'm actually a staff member at House of Tara and I'd like to say thanks to Soulchick and all those who support House of Tara International.
I trained three years ago at House of Tara and enjoyed the atmosphere so much I decided to come back and work here. I know most of the girls who were inmy class with me enjoyed it and I wouldnot liek to see a few bad experiences ruint he image.

I urge you all to come in and see for yourselves the great things we are doing at House of Tara.

Our product likenow includes foundation, mascara, liquid liner, loose pigment eyeshadows, lipsticks, double sided lip glosses, coloured eye and lip pencils and so much more.
Visit us in studio ((a Oko Awo st, Victoria Island Lagos or 22a Omotayo Ojo street Ikeja lagos) or visit our website www.houseoftara.com

Our Abuja office is now open for operations. I see someone has posted the address a bit further up. Thank you very much sir. We also have branches in Ibadan and Port HArcourt

Tara Orekelewa is a product designed for the Nigerian and black woman. It is a great product that suits our climate here in Nigeria perfectly. Our line is now wider than ever so you can find almost everything you need with us. Also you can now order your products on line and have them delivered right to your homes.

I love working and being a part of the team at House of Tara.

Just wanted to give a few more praises to TARA. I've recently received a few more samples from them.
They have some wonderful luminescent eye shadow and lipstick. A great variety, and they all go on in a
very silky smooth way. I've noticed that it is quite important to have the proper tools for mineral makeup.

I am looking forward to ordering more samples, and eventually the full sized products. So far, I have not been
disappointed with their color variety and color quality. Gave me just what I was looking for, even if there was
a "learning curve" attached.

I will be posting at least one more time in the next few days, though I have a funeral out of town to
attend and a wedding this weekend.

Also the growth rate has been outstanding; from Lagos(V/I)- Lagos (Ikeja) - P/H- Ibadan- Abuja all just in 2 years!!!
, wow, HOUSE OF TARA INT'L's certainly the B.O.M.B!!!! no comparisons.

Helen,
London.

TARA'S P
Mrs. Tara Fela Durotoye is the Managing Director and Creative Director of HOUSE OF TARA International. A veteran in the beauty industry, who pioneered the bridal make up profession in Nigeria. She is a lawyer from Lagos State University who started business whilst an undergraduate. Tara is a trained and certified make up artist of Charles Fox, Convent Garden London.
In a series of first, she launched the 1st Bridal Directory in 1999, set up an international-standard make up studio, and established the country's first make up school. Whilst the nation was yet catching its breath, Tara launched the Tara Orekelewa make up, a brand that promotes ethics and ethnicity, by empowering young women for economic independence without moral compromise, just as it flies the proudly Nigerian flag. Yet again, at her tenth anniversary in Lagos, she scored another first with the launch of the fragrance, "Be Inspired", which has begun to gain ground around the country.

Inevitably, along the line of her career, the demands for this visionary to spread the wealth of her knowledge became consistent, and this has seen her as a speaker at various conferences all over the country: women business conferences, youth empowerment seminars and Christian gatherings where she is a favorite on topics that range from marriage and relationships to finding your purpose. She is also a passionate mentor for make-up artists and small business owners.

Mrs.Fela-Durotoye has developed and a, who is prestrained a large number of make up artist (300 via the make up school) who are now active players in Nigerian beauty industry are. She has also succeeded in empowering young ladies -over 400 of them - in the tertiary institutions with the Tara Orekelewa beauty representatives' initiative that makes them financially independent, improves their self esteem while building their marketing and entrepreneurial skills.

Her many national and international awards include:
• Entrepreneur of the Year (The Future Awards)
• Young Person of the Year 2006 (The Future Awards)
• Best Makeup Artist (Fashion and Style magazine)
• Award for Excellence in the Beauty Sector 2006(City People magazine)
• Pioneer Award for Beauty 2006. (Fashion and Style Award)
• Young Entrepreneur of the Year (Lagos Enterprise Award).
• Wedding Planner Honorary award for mentoring other make artists, January 2008

Under her leadership the House of Tara International won the following awards
• Right Vision Movement Award Creativity & Productivity Make over Outlet of the year 2006.
• The Africa SMME Award presented in South Africa and the Entrepreneur of the Year award.2007

For inquires please visit our website http://www.houseoftara.com/
or call 08022922921/2 (Ife, Bimpe), 01-4616654 (Dupe), 01-4611148 (Funke).

MEET TARA
(tara@houseoftara.com)

"yes, they are right if they say i don't do makeup anymore,i took 2yrs off
to build the company putting systems and processes in place to ensure a
sustainable business. Apart from being a makeup artist i am also an
entrepreneur; and the entrepreneur in me seeks to break new frontiers but
this year i am re introducing my creative sides i.e as a makeup artist".

TARA.