Client Testimonials
Discover why Claire is the choice of thousands of clients every year
A few words from colleagues and clients.
“I am a two-time Academy Award winner and have been in the business for nearly 20 years. Covering film, fashion and commercials. I have worked with and hired many makeup artists. I only mention this as I would highly recommend Claire Roddie to do any job you require of her as a Makeup Artist. I hired Claire to work with us on location in Dubai for “Mission Impossible 4”. No matter what task I put before her she preformed it perfectly. This was a demanding shoot with many characters all with different makeups. Claire is a talented makeup artist with a wonderful personality, and works with grace, speed and a light touch with the Actors. She understands direction quickly, and is a team player. Personally I would not hesitate to work with Claire again!”
Michelle Burke
Oscar winning Make up Artist
“Claire is absolutely fabulous and as someone who wasn’t even 100% set on getting my make up done for my wedding; I am now 100000% set on Claire for my big day! Her studio is a lovely place for a trial and she made me feel so special and welcome from the get go! Not only was my make up flawless, but the conversation was awesome too!! Definitely book Claire if you want to feel your absolute best, and very calm and relaxed along the way.”
Melissa Williams
Bride
“I couldn’t fault Claire, her team and her makeup. She made me feel so pretty and confident on my wedding day and really help me get the look I wanted. I opted for a strong red lip and vintage look but didn’t want I feel I had loads of make up on. Claire managed to deliver my vision perfectly, my make up look flawless but felt comfortable and even lasted through the tears! Honestly 10 out of 10. Claire has a wonderful way of making you feel relaxed and special. The pre makeup routine left my skin feeling amazing. I’m so lucky to have had Claire and Sara do my hair and make-up on my wedding day.”
Ellen Graham – MacGregor
Bride
“Claire did my make up for my home wedding party and I could not have been more delighted with the results. Right from the start she was amazing and even provided the hairdresser Victoria at short notice. Everyone commented on my make up and how flawless it looked, I honestly could not have been more delighted with the results. I would recommend spotlight professional make up to any bride she is excellent and very professional”
Jennifer Mellin
Bride
“I am a professional photographer based in Dubai in the United Arab Emirates and have been working here since 2006. I have worked professionally in the industry since 1984 undertaking projects for many corporations and multinationals across the globe. As a result of my business I have worked with Claire Roddie on many projects and have known her personally for many years. At all times I have found Claire to be dependable, hard working, conscientious and a true professional and because of this Claire is one of the most highly regarded creative stylists in the industry here in the UAE. Claire is a great asset to the industry and is highly regarded for her work.”
Bob McCaffrey
Professional Photographer
“It gives me great pleasure to recommend Claire Roddie, professional make up artist, who i have worked with on a number of projects since 2010 while based in Dubai, UAE. Claire is well known and respected amongst the film industry as someone you can rely on to help with your production. She is able to create any look you brief her on and conducts herself in a professional and timely manor. She is my first choice make up artist for any project. Claire has shown her expertise and broad knowledge of the techniques required as a make up artist. She is able to work with professional actors as well as everyday people. We have worked on a number of projects together, including Mission Impossible 4: Ghost Protocal, which was filmed in Dubai in 2010, whereby Claire worked on a number of high profile Hollywood stars. She worked on a production for Zain, Saudi Arabia, applying the make up to amateur actors, helping achieve the Arabic look, as well as on a Stock Library photo shoot for Mubadala, where may of Mudadala’s employees were used instead of actors. Claire’s professionalism, experience of different regions, and her knowledge as a whole will be an exceptional addition not only to any project she works on, but to the Make-up industry as a whole, wherever she is based.”
Karin Bracher
Producer
“I have my manicures and tanning done fortnightly by Claire – excellent job every time. Claire is lovely to deal with and always pleasant and smiling. She did my make-up for a recent wedding I was at and made me look glamorous without the makeup being too heavy. Loved the lashes!!!! She also made my sister (who has Alopecia) feel really special and glamorous for the same wedding. She has great talent in the job she does – silly not to use her if you are reading this.”
Helen Wilson
“Had my make up done by Claire as part of my best friend’s bridal party. Claire done an amazing job on all of us. The looks where lovely and stayed on all day! She was friendly and accommodating. She let us have creative input and made us all feel comfortable.”
Neil
Bridesman
“I contacted Claire for a hair and makeup session as my daughter was going to a Law Ball in Glasgow. From her quick initial response to the services provided at the hotel, Claire was professional and friendly and made sure that my daughter looked and felt great. Excellent service and I would recommend Claire for any special event.”


