Welcome to Make Up Spot Solihull
Imagine a little oasis of calm, a one-stop shop for all your beauty and aesthetic needs and one that is on your doorstep in a central location too!
What started life in as a small beauty salon above Tony And Guy in Solihull, has now blossomed into a relaxing and contemporary clinic in its own right providing a tempting menu of treatments all under one roof. And with all the clinic's aesthetic services provided by highly experienced technicians, our clients can rest assured, knowing they're in safe hands during a visit to Make Up Spot Dickens Heath, Solihull.
Together our team led by Danni Smith and Kay Nelson each have more than a decade of experience and take time to discover exactly what look each client wants to achieve before any treatments take place. Their expertise and experience provide clients with reassurance and advice as well as access to all the latest techniques meaning all of our guests leave the clinic feeling fabulous.
The clinic at Waterside, Dickens Heath opened in December 2018 and now provides everything from traditional make-up to nails, brows, lashes and aesthetic treatments from fillers to Botox and microblading.
All of our treatments are delivered with the ethos of safety and we will work personally with you to advise you on the treatments suitable for you whilst still achieving the look you desire.
Our clients benefit from a personal service and every treatment is bespoke to the client after all one look does not suit all.
One of the promises Make Up Spot makes to its clients is that they will leave with immediate yet long-lasting effects meaning they can enjoy their new look from the outset!
Meet the Team
Danni
Meet Danni Smith, the visionary founder of Make Up Spot, a beauty haven that reflects her passion for transforming faces into works of art. Danni's journey in the makeup industry began as an artist working in diverse fields such as TV, Fashion, Photography, Bridal, and occasional makeup. Her exceptional talent caught the attention of makeup mogul Charlotte Tilbury, leading to her headhunting and the launch of her own makeup brand in the prestigious Selfridges London in 2013.
Danni's career trajectory took an intriguing turn when she crossed paths with Nilam Holmes, the founder of HD Brows, while working backstage at the Clothes Show Live. The encounter sparked a new chapter in Danni's expertise, as she trained extensively under Nilam, acquiring in-depth knowledge and skills in the art of brow shaping.
Driven by her passion for brows, Danni further expanded her repertoire by training in Permanent Makeup with the renowned Tracie Giles. Her treatments at Make Up Spot now encompass a spectrum of services, ranging from traditional makeup application and HD brows to Brow Lamination, LVL Lashes, and Permanent Eyebrow Tattooing.
Taking a temporary hiatus from her bustling career, Danni embraced motherhood and had two children. Now, with renewed enthusiasm, she's back in action and embarking on a new adventure. Danni is set to pursue her dream of becoming a nurse, with the ultimate goal of evolving into an aesthetics nurse at Make Up Spot. This transition aligns seamlessly with her unwavering commitment to enhancing beauty and confidence, not only through makeup artistry but also through the transformative world of aesthetics.
As Danni begins this exciting chapter, she brings a wealth of experience, creativity, and a genuine passion for caring for others. Her unique journey, from makeup extraordinaire to aspiring aesthetics nurse, reflects a remarkable fusion of artistry and compassion, making her an inspiring force in the beauty and healthcare realms. Get ready to witness the next phase of Danni Smith's incredible journey at the intersection of beauty and wellness.
Kay
Kay Nelson is co-owner of Make Up Spot Solihull and began training 15 years ago as a nail technician with Calgel. She then progressed to training with Bio Sculpture and more recently Semilac, learning about new products, trends and techniques along the way.
After training as a nail technician, Kay then decided to delve into the world of beauty and trained to become a HD brow specialist and body waxing therapist.
After always having an interest in the skin and human body, she wanted to further her training and expand her knowledge in facials. She is now qualified in Microneedling, chemical peels and dermaplaning. And has also recently gained a VTCT Level 4 in Laser and Intense Pulsed Light which has enabled her to provide Skin Rejuvenation, Acne therapy, Epidermal pigmentation, Vascular Therapy and Hair removal treatments in the Salon.
Kay has also recently completed her training in VTCT Level 3 in Education and Training so that she can now train others in beauty treatments.
Dr Mungo Chambers
Dr Mungo Chambers qualified from Bristol Medical School in 2002. He completed his Basic Surgical Training at Gloucester Royal Hospital, before qualifying as a General Practitioner in 2007. He has attended numerous conferences and clinics around the world and continues to develop his expertise in all the latest and most advanced anti-ageing techniques.
Dr Chambers offers both Botox and Fillers at the Make Up Spot Solihull, carrying out procedures that restore a relaxed and more youthful appearance to the face.
Marianna
Marianna is a very highly trained and skilled nail technician, and has been at Make Up Spot since March 2018. After she began her training in Romania, Marianna then moved to the UK where she worked for Semilac. She then qualifyed in teaching and education, and is now an educator in nails.
