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Xander Tang | LA & OC Makeup Artist

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Los Angeles + Orange County Makeup Artist 💄
Bridal • Red Carpet • Editorial • Natural Glam • Soft Glam
Weddings, events, photoshoots + destination

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Soft daytime glam on @nickyhilton 💋💄

#makeup #throwback #tb #nickyhilton taken in NYC by @makeupbyxander

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2 years ago

Soft glam meets regal elegance ✨ This Indian wedding makeup look is all about radiant skin, sculpted definition, and timeless beauty. We kept the eyes softly smoked with warm neutrals to enhance her natural features, paired with flawless complexion work and a nude glossy lip for that modern bridal finish.

Perfect for brides, bridesmaids, or wedding guests who want to feel elevated, polished, and effortlessly stunning on the big day 💫

Bringing luxury bridal glam to life in Los Angeles & beyond 🤍

#IndianWeddingMakeup #BridalGlam #DesiBride #WeddingGuestMakeup #SoftGlamLook taken in Los Angeles, California by @makeupbyxander

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6 months ago

Soft romantic bridal makeup at @franciscangardens 🤍

For this San Juan Capistrano bride, @pres_11, I created timeless bridal glam with softly defined eyes, luminous natural skin and a neutral lip - polished enough to photograph beautifully while still feeling like her.

I love bridal makeup that enhances rather than masks: refined skin, soft dimension and definition that looks beautiful in close-up, natural light and throughout the entire wedding day.

Wedding: The Carters @pres_11 @danielcarter338
📍 Franciscan Gardens · San Juan Capistrano, CA
📸 Photography: @allyrose.photo
💄 Bridal Makeup: @makeupbyxander

Now booking 2026–2027 bridal makeup in Los Angeles, Orange County, Santa Barbara, Palm Springs and destination weddings.

DM or inquire through the link in bio for bridal availability. ✨

#BridalMakeupArtist #OrangeCountyMakeupArtist #SouthernCaliforniaBride #LosAngelesMakeupArtist taken in Franciscan Gardens by @makeupbyxander

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13 days ago

Had the best time doing makeup for 4AM founders @sabsade + @jadebeguelin ✨ Two powerhouse women behind @4amskin - skincare created by a doctor + her sleep-deprived friend.

Soft, polished, glowing skin for both, keeping everything fresh and effortless. And yes… I genuinely LOVE the @4amskin wipes. 🖤 Perfect for late nights, travel, and taking everything off when your skincare routine needs to be as easy as possible.

Makeup @makeupbyxander
Hair @bombshell.vanity

#CelebrityMakeupArtist #LosAngelesMakeupArtist #GlowyMakeup #SoftGlam #4AMSkin taken in West Hollywood, California by @makeupbyxander

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14 days ago

Soft natural Emmy glam for @_alexandracarr celebrating the Bridgerton team and their Emmy nomination for Outstanding Period Costumes ✨🏆

Fresh, radiant skin paired with softly sculpted cheeks, subtle micro eyeliner, fluttery lashes and a polished nude lip. The goal was timeless, camera-ready makeup that enhanced Alexandra’s natural features and complemented her classic black look. 🖤

Makeup by @makeupbyxander

#EmmysMakeup #Bridgerton #CelebrityMakeupArtist #LosAngelesMakeupArtist #SoftGlamMakeup taken in Los Angeles, California by @makeupbyxander

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19 days ago

🏆✨ EMMY WINNER GLAM | SIMRAN BAIDWAN ✨🏆

Congratulations to @sbaidwan and the entire team behind The Pitt on another Outstanding Drama Series win at the 2026 Emmys! 💜

For Simran’s Emmys red carpet makeup, I took inspiration from the rich jewel tones of her purple gown. I created a soft plum smoky eye with a touch of metallic shimmer, softly bronzed skin and layers of mauve blush for a dimensional flush.

For the finishing touch, I softened a rosy-mauve lip with nude to create a muted rosewood lip that complemented the dress without competing with it.

Such a special night getting Simran ready - and even more special seeing The Pitt take home another Emmy. Congratulations, Simran! 🏆💜

KEY HERO PRODUCTS ✨

🤍 @rarebeauty True to Myself Natural Matte Longwear Foundation
👁️ @yslbeauty Couture Mini Clutch — 840 Mysterious Desire
🖤 @chanel.beauty STYLO YEUX WATERPROOF Long-Lasting Eyeliner — 88 Noir Intense
✨ @dolcegabbana_beauty Everfull XL Mascara — 01 Total Black
☀️ @saiebeauty Sun Melt Natural Cream Bronzer — Tan Bronze
🌹 @rarebeauty Soft Pinch Liquid Blush — Believe
🌸 @saiebeauty SuperSuede™ Baked Powder Blush — Ma Donna
💋 @annasuicosmetics_us Everlasting Rouge — 401 Rosy Mauve Fearless

Makeup by @makeupbyxander
Hair by @essentialeighchan @chanbruh

#Emmys2026 #ThePitt #CelebrityMakeupArtist #RedCarpetMakeup #LosAngelesMakeupArtist taken in Los Angeles, California by @makeupbyxander

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19 days ago

Emmy’s 2026 🌹

makeup: @makeupbyxander
hair: @chanbruh by @makeupbyxander

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20 days ago

Loved creating this radiant red carpet makeup for @sbaidwan as she celebrated receiving the Humanitarian Award from The Creative Coalition & AARP. 🤍

For the look, I focused on luminous skin, softly defined eyes and polished, timeless glamour that complemented her stunning gold kaftan. ✨

So grateful to be part of such a special evening. Congratulations, Simran! 🏆

Makeup by @makeupbyxander
Hair: @essentialleighchan
Brows: @ecobrow

#Emmys2026 #CelebrityMakeupArtist #LosAngelesMakeupArtist #RedCarpetMakeup #MatureSkinMakeup taken in Los Angeles, California by @makeupbyxander

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21 days ago

Emmy glam ✨🏆 Getting 2x Emmy-winning casting director and Emmy nominee Goloka Bolte @golokatv ready for the Emmys for her work on RuPaul’s Drag Race. 💄✨

We went for modern Hollywood glamour with glowing skin, sculpted definition, a smoky eye and soft nude lip. Polished, timeless and camera-ready.

Makeup by @makeupbyxander
Hair by @hair.on.call

#Emmys #RuPaulsDragRace #CelebrityMakeupArtist #LosAngelesMakeupArtist #RedCarpetMakeup taken in Creative Arts Emmys by @makeupbyxander

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a month ago

Hollywood glamour with a modern edge. ❤️✨

Loved creating this fresh, luminous red carpet look for British director M.J. Delaney at the Apple TV+ Ted Lasso Season 4 Premiere at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles.

We chose a bold red lip to complement her vibrant red dress, creating a cohesive monochromatic moment that felt timeless, elegant, and striking on the red carpet. The rest of the makeup was kept fresh and refined with radiant skin and softly defined eyes, allowing the lip to be the statement while still photographing beautifully under Getty Images.

Every red carpet look is thoughtfully tailored to the wardrobe, lighting, and occasion—because great makeup should feel effortless while standing up to every camera flash.

📍Los Angeles Celebrity Makeup Artist | Red Carpet • Editorial • Bridal • Commercial

#CelebrityMakeup #RedCarpetMakeup #LosAngelesMakeupArtist #TedLasso #GettyImages taken in Academy Museum of Motion Pictures by @makeupbyxander

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2 months ago

Brides, save this for your wedding glam inspiration. 🤍

Soft glam never goes out of style. 🤍 It was such a pleasure creating this timeless bridal look for the beautiful @pres_11. For Presley, we created luminous, skin-like coverage, softly sculpted eyes, micro wing liner, fluttery lashes, and a timeless lip that looks just as beautiful in person as it does in every photo—from getting ready to the last dance. The biggest bridal beauty trend this year continues to be polished, radiant skin with makeup that enhances your natural features instead of masking them.

Based in Los Angeles and serving Southern California, I specialize in luxury bridal makeup for brides who want an elevated, editorial finish with all-day wear. Whether you’re getting married in Beverly Hills, Newport Coast, Laguna Beach, Malibu, Montecito, Palos Verdes, Pasadena, or Santa Barbara, your wedding makeup should feel timeless for decades—not just trendy for today.

Now booking 2026–2027 weddings. Bridal trials are highly recommended to perfect your dream look before your wedding day.

✨ Save this look for your bridal mood board.
💍 Share it with your maid of honor.
📩 DM me to inquire about your wedding date.

#SouthernCaliforniaBride #LuxuryBridalMakeup #LosAngelesMakeupArtist #OrangeCountyBride #BridalMakeupArtist taken in Newport Beach, California by @makeupbyxander

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3 months ago

Sometimes I’m behind the brush, and sometimes I’m in front of the camera. 💜

I’ve been using @anisabeauty brushes on my clients for a while now, and they’ve become staples in my professional kit. The Dual-Ended Pinnacle Brush is one of my favorites because it lets me prep the skin on one end and seamlessly apply foundation on the other—making the transition from skincare to makeup effortless while creating a smooth, skin-like finish.

As a working makeup artist, I love tools that are efficient without compromising the final result, and this one absolutely delivers. Grateful to be part of this campaign. 💜

Photo by @andrew.fabela

#MakeupArtist #LosAngelesMakeupArtist #ProMakeupArtist #MakeupBrushes #anisabeauty taken in Los Angeles, California by @makeupbyxander

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