Professional Makeup Artistry for Weddings, Formals & Special Events
Southland & beyond
Welcome to Aroha Makeup
Your place for beautiful makeup that enhances your confidence, photographs flawlessly, and lasts all day and night.
At Aroha Makeup NZ, beautiful makeup is about more than looking good — it’s about feeling confident, comfortable and completely yourself.
Based in Southland, New Zealand, professional makeup artist Sugne Verwey specialises in timeless, polished makeup for weddings, school formals, special occasions, studio work and television. Whether you love soft natural glam or something more elevated and dramatic, every look is tailored to suit your features, style and the occasion.
Working with clients across Invercargill, Gore and wider Southland, Sugne offers both mobile makeup services and personalised makeup lessons designed to help women of all ages feel confident in their own skin.
Services
School Formals
Modern, age-appropriate glam for unforgettable nights. School formals and school balls, individuals or groups.
BRIDAL MAKEUP
Look flawless on your wedding day from first look to final dance. Make up on location or at my Edendale studio.
Special OCCASION
Special occasion makeup is perfect for races, balls, birthdays, corporate events and celebrations.
makeup lessons
Fun, confidence-building makeup classes for individuals and small groups.
Editorial & Television
Professional makeup for studio, media and commercial projects.
Why Clients Choose Aroha Makeup
Clients choose Aroha Makeup NZ for beautiful, long-lasting makeup paired with a calm, professional and personalised experience.
Known for enhancing natural beauty rather than masking it, Sugne creates makeup looks that photograph beautifully in both natural light and professional photography settings. From bridal mornings and school formals to television appearances and special events, every client receives makeup tailored to their skin tone, features, style and comfort level.
Based in Southland and regularly travelling throughout Invercargill, Gore and surrounding areas, Aroha Makeup NZ offers flexible mobile makeup services designed to make getting ready feel easy, enjoyable and stress-free.
Want to feel more confident doing your own makeup?
Aroha Makeup offers personalised makeup lessons for individuals and small groups throughout Southland. Perfect for hens parties, birthdays, friends nights, mother-and-daughter experiences or simply learning how to make the most of your own makeup bag.
Learn practical, wearable techniques tailored to your face shape, skin type, colouring and lifestyle — without the overwhelm of online tutorials.
Lessons can be hosted in your home or chosen location, creating a relaxed and fun experience while learning professional tips and techniques you can actually use every day. Suitable for all ages. 90mins - 2hrs. From $150pp. Request a quote.
Makeup Lessons & Group Classes
Kind Words
Best Makeup Artist in the game
"Sugne is so inviting and so lovely! My friends and I had our makeup done by her for our school ball and we were thoroughly obsessed! Sugne went the extra mile to ensure our makeup was done to perfection. We were so pleased and it lasted all night. Thank you again Sugne!"
I absolutely loved my experience with sugne
"She did my makeup for my friends wedding. I was a wee bit sceptical of fake lashes, but wow, they looked awesome!! They felt great on and was not over the top. my makeup lasted all day and night even in 28 degree heat. I would highly recommend aroha makeup and look forward to the next time sugne makes me feel incredibly beautuful again!"
sugne is so talented!
"I was running late for an event and she worked so quickly and did an amazing job! my husband and I agreed it was the best makeup I have ever had. so happy with the final look. she is so professional, welcoming and easy to chat to. I would recommend her to anyone."
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