Megan Melone beauty

Megan Melone and her team are quite literally the best of the best! I competed in my very first bodybuilding show last October (2023), and scheduling both hair and makeup with the MMB team was single-handedly the smartest decision I made for show day…hands down! While I absolutely love doing my ownhair and makeup on an everyday basis….I was (thankfully) advised that show day glam is an ENTIRELY different beast. Your “everyday” hair and makeup will absolutely NOT be enough under the stage lights…not even close. Once I learned that MMB was the official hair and makeup team for the Shredded Cheddar Productions show, I immediately signed up for hair and makeup times. 

First off, the MMB team is VERY thorough with communication. Megan takes care of all email communication herself, and she’s incredibly speedy with her responses. You will receive step-by-step instructions on what to expect and how to prepare in the weeks prior….as well as exactly what to do and where to go on show day morning. She is easily reachable and VERY thorough with answering questions too. For example…got an idea for your stage look, but not sure if it will work? Shoot Megan an email and she will walk you through it! 

I was so nervous for my first show-day weekend. As competitors, we have enough to worry about in the week leading up to the actual show (exfoliating, packing, posing, final workouts, food, tan, bikinis, jewelry, pumping up, etc etc). Leave your hair and makeup to the experts! I didn’t know what to expect on show day morning when I walked into the hair and makeup room, as my nerves were through the roof…but the girls on the MMB team created the most FUN, comfortable, and professional atmosphere! The girls run their schedules nearly right on time, so the wait was minimal. I arrived early and got the chance to chit-chat with some fellow competitors, and that alone started to calm my nerves. 

When it comes to makeup...while the team recommends you come with a few ideas in mind…definitely be prepared to leave it the experts when it comes to your final look! (Aka…matching your makeup to your suit is a no-no, as it can look very distracting on stage.) For my first show, I came prepared with a few inspo pics, but Adrianna knew exactly what would look great with my hair and suit color. I’m SO glad I trusted her, as the final look was perfect under those super bright stage lights! 

Then for my hair, I was very concerned that my hair would fall flat, because curl does NOT hold well in my fine locks. I had a “halo” extension matched to my real hair ahead of time, but I had no idea how to install it. Luckily, Brooke knew exactly how to make my fine hair look incredibly voluminous, complete with the extensions, which she made sure were 100% secured to my head and very comfortable. She suggested I go “bigger” with volume and tighter curls at first, as she explained that my final look will “loosen” a bit by showtime. I was a bit surprised with how voluminous my hair was at first, but once again, I was SO GLAD I trusted Brooke…as my hair was perfect by the time I hit the stage hours later. I was instructed to leave my hair alone during the day, which helped it stay so awesomely curly and perfect ALL DAY long! 

I competed at another Shredded Cheddar Productions show earlier this year (2024), and without hesitation, I booked the MMB team again. I knew exactly what to expect this time around, and the girls nailed my final look! My nerves were far reduced because I knew how well I was cared for the first time around. I would recommend the MMB team 10/10! 

For those of you in the Midwest, be sure to book a show with MMB as the official glam squad. I will happily travel to whatever show they are part of, because I know I’m getting THE best glam in the Midwest! -Jessica Roth

"I really was spoiled getting my makeup done by Megan at my first show. Her entire team is so professional, but also very welcoming; a perfect combination to help you relax some of those show day jitters away in the chair. Megan did such amazing work on my glam, and I was blown away with how efficient she was. My second show used a different glam company, and there was a clear difference in quality- can't recommend Megan's beauty team enough, those ladies know how to enhance your natural beauty so well, and the lipstick shade I bought from her recommendations is now my go-to. Thank you so much!" -Mandy Arias

"I had the opportunity to do a video shoot with Megan. She was very professional and friendly. I would highly recommend her!" -B.P

Megan is the most professional, knowledgeable and talented Makeup Artist I've had the pleasure to work with. I met her through the bodybuilding competition world and was left in awe time and time again as she created the most stunning, flawless looks for each of the clients who commissioned her. Her Makeup service was the FIRST thing I booked for my wedding day when I became engaged to be married---> she's got an eye for creating looks that flatter and appropriately accentuate each woman's best features and tones while always keeping your individual skin concerns in mind as well. If you are lucky enough to get a spot in her chair, you'll be made to feel like royalty!! Last but not least, her product line is TOP of the line. I have purchased her custom blend foundation which was a total game changer; also cream lipsticks, gloss, shadows, mascara, eyeliner & blotting powder... there's just no comparison to other brands I've owned. If you're looking for the best, hands down you just found it!! Thank you Megan!!!!! -Diana Dennee

Megan did my competition makeup for NPC Junior Nationals, and I can’t say enough good things. It’s so important to have a knowledgeable MUA that not only knows how to do stage makeup, but is familiar with the competition world. Megan understands the tanning colors, process, etc. and comes prepared with touch-up kits for her girls. Stage presence can make or break a final score! I was thrilled with how my stage shots came out (see in comments below) Thank you, Megan! -A.H.

I can not speak highly enough about Megan and her team! The entire process was completely stress free as communication was quick clear and concise! I was able to show her multiple looks I was interested and she helped me pick a final look that would complement me and help me achieve the look I was going for. I had my service done in studio and everything was beyond clean and sanitary. I am forever a repeat customer of Megan and her team! And it recommend her team often! Book with them- you will not regret it!! -Kim P

After coming off a five year hiatus I was so nervous to get back on stage. The morning of my first show back, Megan and her team made all my worries go away and eased the stress. They made me feel a sense of beauty I never knew I could feel. I instantly knew I was in good hands. Not only are they the greatest make up and hair team, but they are definitely people you can trust whole heartedly. I will forever be thankful competing brought us together. If you have Megan Malone Beauty in your corner, you know you’re in the BEST hands.  -Stacee K

I had such a great experience with Megan and her team. Being my first show ever, she made me feel so special on my big day. If you need your hair and make up done for your upcoming show, I highly recommend Megan Melone beauty. -Kirsten H