Frequently Asked Questions ...
Weddings and General Questions
ON THE DAY, WHAT SHOULD I DO, HAVE PREPARED?
When we arrive we like to get stuck in to beautify you straight away - so please have FRESHLY WASHED (either the night before or on the morning) CLEAN BONE DRY HAIR with no product in hair and FRESH CLEAN SKIN. We allow a certain amount of time for every treatment so when we arrive it's best to not waste any drying your hair. Also please make sure you're wearing a top that can go over your head without messing up the hair.
This applies to both the Trial and the Wedding day.
WILL YOU TRAVEL TO WAIHEKE, OMAHA ETC?
YES we sure will! We come to where you would like us to come - Auckland wide, including Waiheke Island, Omaha, Matakana, Point Wells, Waiuku, Waimauku, Bethells Beach, will travel further if required. ... as long as the travel is paid for we are all yours. For example - to Waiheke your travel cost will be $97.50, this includes a return ferry ticket, parking in the viaduct as well as stand down time on the ferry. Once we are there you will need to organise someone to pick us up and drop us off at the dock or provide a taxi service.
HOW MUCH IS A TRIAL - HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE?
Trials are $100 for hair & makeup, or $80 for makeup or $90 for hair - per person. Please allow a minimum of 90 minutes for hair & makeup and 60 minutes for either hair or makeup only.
DO I HAVE TO HAVE A TRIAL?
No you don't, if you trust us (yes we know what we are doing) and have a clear idea on what you would like - however if you are in the slightest bit unsure, we highly recommend a trial.
IS THERE A TRAVEL FEE?
In the normal course, no - however if your booking incurs a travel fee for us (such as parking or ferry fares) then this is payable by you and if the travel time is over 30 minutes for us, then we charge a rate of $30 per 10 minutes - one way.
We calculate this using travel times advised on the yellow.co.nz website + 15 minutes for traffic. For example, travel from our HQ to Papakura is 25 minutes, 15 minutes traffic time is added so the total time one way is 40 minutes - the travel fee to Papakura therefore is $30. If you would like clarification then please feel free to contact us. Sometimes this fee is waived, according to the value of the booking.
CAN I COME TO YOU?
Generally we come to you but we do have a little Beauty Room which you can come to if you don't want your fiance to see you whilst at home. This is upon request only.
DO I HAVE TO PAY A DEPOSIT?
Bookings are confirmed with a 30% deposit upon booking. Our only reason for doing this, is that the bod squad are in high demand, and other brides will been turned away due to us being fully booked. Your bod squadee will contact you 2 weeks prior to your wedding to confirm all details, and receive full payment then - if you wish - we find most brides are so busy on their wedding day, they don't want to be worried about money. If you wish to pay on the day then please have the exact amount of cash ready for your stylist.
ARE THERE ANY EXAMPLES OF YOUR WORK?
Please click the link below for our portfolio - we also have a delightful show-reel there pf our past brides as well for your viewing pleasure.
http://www.beautyondemand.co.nz/portfolio.html
WHAT COSMETICS DO YOU USE, AND CAN I BUY THEM?
We use our own brand of cosmetics - they are mineral based, and specifically manufactured for make-up artists, we have spent years making sure these are the best products and that last through-out the entire day and now we have made them available to the public - 'Pretty Costmetics'. Your bod squadee is able to sell you any product you may like although there are additions that are not included - for the latest click the gossip section on www.beautyondemand.co.nz and there are always updates available.
DO YOU DO OTHER SERVICES?
The bod squad are professionals in a number of fantastic treatments - see www.beautyondemand.co.nz for the full range, which includes spray tanning, manicures, pedicures, waxing, hair extensions (clip in), massaging, facials, tinting ... and so much more.
HOW LONG DOES HAIR AND MAKEUP TAKE?
Makeup and Hair generally takes 90 minutes - if you have extra long hair it can take up to 2 hours. We suggest the bride gets ready second to last so in the last hour you can enjoy the moment, have a glass of bubbles and relax whilst putting on your dress and veil (which we help with) rather than rushing through everything. Your photographer may want to take pictures earlier so ask them what time they need you and work out your schedule with them firstly then let us know when you have to be ready.
I HAVE A LARGE BRIDAL PARTY, WILL THERE BE MORE b.o.d squad LADIES HELPING?
There certainly will be, we put as many of the b.o.d squad ladies as you need! We generally always bring along trained assistants to help us as well. You need not worry - we're hear to serve.
ON THE DAY, WHAT SHOULD I DO, HAVE PREPARED?
When we arrive we like to get stuck in to beautify you straight away - so please have FRESHLY WASHED (either the night before or on the morning) CLEAN BONE DRY HAIR with no product in hair and FRESH CLEAN SKIN. We allow a certain amount of time for every treatment so when we arrive it's best to not waste any drying your hair. Also please make sure you're wearing a top that can go over your head without messing up the hair.
This applies to both the Trial and the Wedding day.
WILL YOU TRAVEL TO WAIHEKE, OMAHA ETC?
YES we sure will! We come to where you would like us to come - Auckland wide, including Waiheke Island, Omaha, Matakana, Point Wells, Waiuku, Waimauku, Bethells Beach, will travel further if required. ... as long as the travel is paid for we are all yours. For example - to Waiheke your travel cost will be $97.50, this includes a return ferry ticket, parking in the viaduct as well as stand down time on the ferry. Once we are there you will need to organise someone to pick us up and drop us off at the dock or provide a taxi service.
HOW MUCH IS A TRIAL - HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE?
Trials are $100 for hair & makeup, or $80 for makeup or $90 for hair - per person. Please allow a minimum of 90 minutes for hair & makeup and 60 minutes for either hair or makeup only.
DO I HAVE TO HAVE A TRIAL?
No you don't, if you trust us (yes we know what we are doing) and have a clear idea on what you would like - however if you are in the slightest bit unsure, we highly recommend a trial.
IS THERE A TRAVEL FEE?
In the normal course, no - however if your booking incurs a travel fee for us (such as parking or ferry fares) then this is payable by you and if the travel time is over 30 minutes for us, then we charge a rate of $30 per 10 minutes - one way.
We calculate this using travel times advised on the yellow.co.nz website + 15 minutes for traffic. For example, travel from our HQ to Papakura is 25 minutes, 15 minutes traffic time is added so the total time one way is 40 minutes - the travel fee to Papakura therefore is $30. If you would like clarification then please feel free to contact us. Sometimes this fee is waived, according to the value of the booking.
CAN I COME TO YOU?
Generally we come to you but we do have a little Beauty Room which you can come to if you don't want your fiance to see you whilst at home. This is upon request only.
DO I HAVE TO PAY A DEPOSIT?
Bookings are confirmed with a 30% deposit upon booking. Our only reason for doing this, is that the bod squad are in high demand, and other brides will been turned away due to us being fully booked. Your bod squadee will contact you 2 weeks prior to your wedding to confirm all details, and receive full payment then - if you wish - we find most brides are so busy on their wedding day, they don't want to be worried about money. If you wish to pay on the day then please have the exact amount of cash ready for your stylist.
ARE THERE ANY EXAMPLES OF YOUR WORK?
Please click the link below for our portfolio - we also have a delightful show-reel there pf our past brides as well for your viewing pleasure.
http://www.beautyondemand.co.nz/portfolio.html
WHAT COSMETICS DO YOU USE, AND CAN I BUY THEM?
We use our own brand of cosmetics - they are mineral based, and specifically manufactured for make-up artists, we have spent years making sure these are the best products and that last through-out the entire day and now we have made them available to the public - 'Pretty Costmetics'. Your bod squadee is able to sell you any product you may like although there are additions that are not included - for the latest click the gossip section on www.beautyondemand.co.nz and there are always updates available.
DO YOU DO OTHER SERVICES?
The bod squad are professionals in a number of fantastic treatments - see www.beautyondemand.co.nz for the full range, which includes spray tanning, manicures, pedicures, waxing, hair extensions (clip in), massaging, facials, tinting ... and so much more.
HOW LONG DOES HAIR AND MAKEUP TAKE?
Makeup and Hair generally takes 90 minutes - if you have extra long hair it can take up to 2 hours. We suggest the bride gets ready second to last so in the last hour you can enjoy the moment, have a glass of bubbles and relax whilst putting on your dress and veil (which we help with) rather than rushing through everything. Your photographer may want to take pictures earlier so ask them what time they need you and work out your schedule with them firstly then let us know when you have to be ready.
I HAVE A LARGE BRIDAL PARTY, WILL THERE BE MORE b.o.d squad LADIES HELPING?
There certainly will be, we put as many of the b.o.d squad ladies as you need! We generally always bring along trained assistants to help us as well. You need not worry - we're hear to serve.