Rachael Beauty, LA based Hairstylist & Makeup Artist

Find me on my website, Facebook, Model Mayhem, or IMDb

Website: http://rachaelbeauty.com
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/rachaelbeautyhair
Model Mayhem http://www.modelmayhem.com/2216442
IMDb http://www.imdb.com/name/nm5043221

Before and After, Hairstyle by Rachael Beauty.

The before photo is just after I had crimped the model's weave. The after photo is the final look.

Here is a better view of what I had to work with. I made it work!

Time to get creative!

This hair did take me a long time. I am not going to lie. I think it took me around 6 hours or so. I wasn't rushing though. When doing an avant garde hairstyle it is all about trial and error.

At least for me. I played around with a few different looks the whole time. I also asked for input from the stylist, photographer and makeup artist. I think I used a whole bottle of hairspray on her! 

I molded the hair the direction I wanted it to go and made sure it dried. I used synthetic extensions to stuff the hair to make it appear full and with lots of volume. The only part of her real hair that is showing are the bangs of about 1 inch. I made sure those stayed down nice and tight.

I used a pomade to get a shiny look. I had fun on this photoshoot. I was able to create something I didn't even know existed nor knew it was something I could do. I just went for it. 

Sometimes you just have to let your creative juices flow.

If you are a beginning hairstylist, don't give up! Practice. Practice. Practice.

Watch youtube tutorials. Practice on a doll head or anyone that will let you.

You won't regret it. 

I started out not knowing a thing, absolutely nothing about hair! I was able to create this after countless hours practicing at cosmetology school and at home. Lots of people made fun of me for trying out different hairstyles on my dollheads at school. But you are there to learn! And I knew I had a lot to learn if I wanted to create interesting hairstyles for editorials. 

I also get very inspired by Antoinette Beenders who is Global Style Director for Aveda. 

I encourage you to follow people that inspire you in your field or even in any other field that interests you. You will learn a lot. 

Don't let anyone talk you down from your dreams or accomplishments. You can do it.

Follow me on Instagram; @RachaelBeauty

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If you like everything beauty; Fashion, Makeup, Hairstyles, Nails, Style then follow me on instagram. I will follow you back if you send me a shout! Follow for a follow. 

I post photos of my hair & makeup work in the movie industry. Behind the scenes of photo shoots. I have styled for the entertainers of the Emmy Awards. I have been a Beverly Hills Freelance Hairstylist for 3 years. I graduated from Aveda Institute in Los Angeles. I have my Cosmetology License from the State of California.

Feel free to email me at rachael dot beauty at gmail dot com or add my facebook page, 

http://www.facebook.com/rachaelbeautyhair.

Don't hesitate to ask me questions! I plan to start giving tutorials soon! 

Love & Beauty,

Rachael Beauty xo

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http://twitter.com/beautylook

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Hairstyling Portfolio

Who is Rachael Beauty?

Photo by Albany Katz

A few days ago on Facebook someone asked me which girl I was on my profile. He couldn't tell right away because I had so many pictures. Different pictures of different models and of myself and friends. At first I was wondering how is it not obvious who I am from my profile? Then I began searching around my pictures and albums. It did seem a bit confusing because I am not branding myself enough on my profile! I want it clear and direct about who I am online in every way possible  If someone can't tell what my profession is and they have access to my personal and professional pictures then I need to change the way I present myself online. I am glad he mentioned this, as no one else has. He wasn't in the beauty business, which is why it is even more important to me. 

Mackenzie's avant-garde hair and makeup look by Rachael Beauty

So, let me introduce myself properly. I am Rachael Beauty, a creative hair stylist/designer from Los Angeles, California. I specialize in make overs, updos, styling, blow-outs, haircuts, & editorial, avant-garde looks. I am dedicated to my craft and approach beauty with a degree of professionalism and tact. I enjoy working together as a team.  I like to achieve the best results with technique and style. Not taking short cuts, even if it means it takes a little longer. The end result is far more superior than if I simply cut corners. No pun intended. :)

Pilar's contemporary victorian look. I used a wand curler then pinned to set. 

Finished with hair spray and teased.

I graduated from Aveda Institute Los Angeles in the summer of 2011. I am a licensed cosmetologist for the state of California. I am open-minded on techniques and I love learning and trying new things. I have a great sense of humor and am very social and people friendly. I love to network online and in person. I have many goals and plans for my future in the hair & beauty business.

Sandra & her plum & lavender Avant-garde hair piece. 

I used 3 different colors of extensions and braided and pieced together as a semi crown on top. 

I take my work seriously and I love what I do. I love beauty. 

If you would like to check out my portfolio you can do so at: RachaelBeauty.com

There you will find various projects, photo shoots that I have been apart of. If you would like to contact me for a project of your own, there is a contact section on the website. 

You can look at some of my rates here, some are negotiable. http://www.styleseat.com/rachaelbeauty

Big teased hair with lots of volume.             Model: Jackie Kalinowski

I also excel at social media. Brand presence, visibility, audience and community development are my specialties. If you have no idea what that means and just have a Facebook account to promote your business then you probably need to talk to me. The internet is a shift in communication and it isn't going anywhere. 

I am new in creating my brand for Rachael Beauty. I know exactly what I have to do. Most requires trial and error of various techniques online. It's a learned habit that comes gradually over time. 

Get to know your clients, listen to their needs and respond in a friendly way; not as someone simply trying to sell them something. Stand out. Care. The rewards will come.

 

Majestic Red Goddess & Peacock Princess 

Trying not to sound too much like a résumé, but my work is my passion and I love making beautiful things come to life. Have a lovely day and thank you for reading. 

Love&etc,

Rachael Beauty

On location in the Salton Sea, CA with model Ana

Rachael Beauty Facebook Timeline

Here is a screenshot of my logo as my cover photo in the new Facebook Timeline.

I had to resize it slightly. I love the new look and features. It will take some time to get used to it but overall a redesign was well needed. Have you changed yours over, yet?

Please also add me on FB or Like my page! xo

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Rachael FB page