Archives: Testimonials

Gwen, August 2025 Bride

“A massive thank you to the best glam team, Ms. Iya Gueco & Renzo Lusterio who had the best personalities with their great sense of humour, impeccable professionalism, and for their talent in making me feel and look like the most beautiful and radiant version of myself on the most magical day of my life.

It has been a privilege to be surrounded by artists who respect and love their craft. You two are superstars!”

Bride, August 2025

“Some brides put hair and makeup at the top of their list, such that they depend their wedding day on a certain HMUA’s availability. As a walang apki girl, I know nothing about makeup, my skin care is only mid, which means I need help on this department. But I do know I want a makeup that is clean, classic and simple.

And then in the middle of wedding planning, my good friend pushed me to get Makeup by Iya Gueco.

In the whole wedding planning, there are billions of suppliers that you can pick for your wedding, but even if some suppliers are the best in their industry/craft, I’d say gut feel and virtual compatibility matter ‘coz most important transactions are based online.

We were able to get Makeup by Iya Gueco during Toast Wedding Fair last year, booked by none other than the groom. Come wedding day, really really happy to see this makeup look, just as I imagined it to be. Torn pa ako at first if magpa-updo ‘coz I feel more confident if nakalugay, buti na lang I opted sa updo para achieve ang clean look, and it worked.

Really looked forward to be on Ms. Iya’s makeup chair and get featured on her page. The day finally came! TY for making me feel beautiful. I’ve always read sa reviews that Ms. Iya and her team would really hype you, literal sila bahala sayo–and it was true.”

Bride, October 2022

“I don’t have someone specific in mind to be my wedding MUA when we started planning a year ago. I was overwhelmed by the number of talented MUAs (charging within the budget) advertised in FB. Ultimately, I chose Iya because I found it compelling that she maintains a client portfolio per year (clean headshots of her brides/entourage with uniform lighting). For someone who I don’t know personally or has not been recommended by someone I know, it’s a reassuring proof of how consistently good she is at her craft and how well she catered to different skin tones. I was excited to be a part of the 2022 clients album. Night before the wedding, Iya shared a few reminders (both skin and hair care) in preparation for the big day.

My wedding was in Tagaytay, on a weekday. It was my first time to meet Iya and Renzo and they were both chill to work with. I showed Renzo my peg for the ceremony look and he was able to recreate it instantlywhile Iya worked her magic and I couldn’t ask for more.

Eternally grateful to both Iya and Renzo. More power!

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! “

Bride, August 2019

“Iya and Renzo are truly talented at what they do. It’s very easy to style hair and put on make-up but it takes artistry to do it in a way that works with the unique features of the wearer. My make-up looked right, proportional to my facial features, and it made an impact without looking unnatural. The hair that Renzo did complemented the make-up and framed it well. I have thin hair that doesn’t usually look nice in an up-do but I loved the hairstyle that he did. They did our moms’ hair and makeup beautifully too.

They were professional and arrived on time despite the challenge of our chosen time and location. Our looks perfectly matched how we felt on our wedding day. One of our favorite suppliers! “

Bride, June 2021

“Thank you Ms. Iya and Ms. Carla for making me look best on my wedding day. Super fun to work with! I decided to book Ms. Iya because her looks is more on natural glow (not too much transformation) Thank you for defining my features. Plus lightweight feel for the makeup and hairstyle!! Hats off for their time management!

I will surely book Ms. Iya and Ms. Carla again once I need HMUA for maternity shoot in the future.“

Bride, December 2020

“This is how wedding make up should be! Iya is an expert at making you into a radiant and glowing version of yourself – no need to worry that you won’t recognize the person in the mirror. She provided clear instructions on how to prep your skin the night before and on the day of your wedding, arrived on time, and applied makeup with a light hand.

I got nothing but compliments on how I looked on my wedding day, even from my mom who normally dislikes makeup! No regrets whatsoever in having Iya (and Renzo Lusterio for my hair!).”

Bride, June 2020

“Thank you to my favorite make up artist now, Makeup By Iya Gueco!

There are no ‘lack of sleep’ and ‘stressed out’ signs during our wedding day because of your magic hands and eyes! You really did an excellent job! 💕  So thankful for a super chill chat during the preparations. It made me feel less tense and anxious.

I highly recommend Iya for your future events! ❤️ “

Prenup Shoot, September 2019

“Iya and Renzo are so professional. They came earlier from the agreed time, anticipating heavier traffic on the way. All of their stuff are organized, clean and neat. We really loved their working style and ethics. My makeup was just how I imagined it to be, light, comfortable and suited my skin color and type, it made me look fresh all through out our prenup shoot. The hair really complemented well with my looks and all according to my pegs,.

From me and Andrew, it was a pleasure working with both of you. 😊 More power and God bless!”

60th Birthday Celebration, June 2019

“I had the best make up artist for my 60th bday. It was so natural that i did not want to remove the make up after the party.

Thanks for making me look elegant and pretty. I will definitely recommend you to all my friends.”

Bridal Boudoir, September 2017

“Rating: 10+/10(For Bridal Boudoir Session only)

I was looking for HMUA which is not so expensive but can do a fresh look.

She came on time. One plus factor to her is she just live in Quezon city and my shoot venue was just in QC. I set a timeline and she come there their on time.

Light makeup. I specifically asked her to put a light makeup on me because this is a bridal boudoir session and I want a feel the “I woke like this” fresh look. She achieved the look that I wanted and her makeup is neat and clean look just enough for a bridal boudoir session. She also has a quality makeup that even I was sweating, the makeup is still intact.

Full support on the shoot. Iya was just around during the shoot. She take’s care of my overall look and even check out my hair if it is still neat.

Overall Feedback: Iya is highly recommended and her service is a value for money. Her HMUA service was superb and I felt glam on my bridal boudoir.”

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