Chelsea Nicole Makeup & Hair was born from a dream—and built with heart, hustle, and a whole lot of love. What started with one artist’s passion for beauty and creativity has grown into a leading salon + events team rooted in authenticity, connection, and contagious good vibes.

 

Founders Chelsea and James Dorris—fell in love and built not just a family, but a shared vision. Together, with James’ sales  & operational management skills and Chelsea’s creativity, artistry and entrepreneurial spirit, they created a space where passion and purpose collide. Alongside their team of talented artists, they’ve turned Chelsea Nicole Makeup & Hair into a creative hub for all things beauty, offering in-salon and on-location beauty services that bring confidence, comfort, and unforgettable moments to every client.

 

Chelsea’s journey began early. At just 8 years old, she fell in love with makeup through watching her older sister do her makeup and the pages of her first Kevyn Aucoin book. From recreating magazine looks to experimenting on friends and family, her passion quickly turned into a career path. After gaining hands-on experience in retail cosmetics and networking with photographers Chelsea’s career began. She knew she loved makeup, but also knew adding hair to her tool kit would be a good move for her future so she attended Cosmetology school and became a licensed Cosmetologist in 2011. 

 

In 2013 she took the leap—leaving her retail makeup artist day job to pursue her beauty business full-time. Since then, she’s worked on hundreds of weddings, photo shoots, commercials,  and editorial campaigns, while also mentoring rising artists and raising a beautiful family alongside James.  Working with  celebrity + public figures to locally grown publications like Palm Springs Life Magazine to world renowned publications and brands like Harpers Bazaar,  Louis Vuitton, Lululemon,  TedTalks and so many more.

 

Today, Chelsea Nicole Makeup & Hair is known not just for exceptional artistry, but for the the way they make people feel. Clients leave feeling more like friends, and artists feel part of something bigger than themselves. The salon continues to grow with a shared mission: To empower people through beauty, authenticity and connection. and leave a little sparkle behind—wherever we go.

 

OUR MISSION 

At Chelsea Nicole Makeup & Hair, our mission is to empower people through beauty, authenticity and connection. Rooted in creativity, love and family, we believe in doing meaningful work that lifts others up - whether it’s behind the chair, on location, or behind the scenes. 

We’re committed to delivering exceptional service and creating unforgettable experiences, while fostering a team culture built on respect, growth and good energy. From Milestone moments to everyday transformations, we turn passion into purpose - one beautiful moment at a time. 

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OUR VISION

To create a beauty space where artistry meets authenticity, and every person—client or team member—feels seen, inspired, and empowered. We’re building more than a salon—we’re building a community grounded in passion, elevated by purpose, and driven by love.

 

We envision a future where our salon isn’t just known for incredible work, but for the energy we bring, the people we uplift, and the culture we fiercely protect.​

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