Booking software for
Makeup artists
Bridal bookings require trials. Event makeup requires location coordination. Last-minute cancellations cost you a full day's travel and work. Nextro takes card payment at the time of booking — so you turn up knowing you're covered.
14-day free trial. No setup fee.
The problems you're solving
Bridal cancellations derail months of planning
A wedding date is often booked 12–18 months in advance. When a bride cancels close to the date, you lose a full day's income and you've already turned away competing bookings on that date. Without upfront payment at booking, there is nothing to protect you from absorbing that loss entirely.
Trial and wedding day coordination is complex
A bride books a trial first, then the wedding day. Sometimes the wedding party needs makeup that morning too. Managing this sequence — with correct timing for each person — through WhatsApp threads creates inevitable confusion and missed details.
Bank transfer deposits are awkward to chase
Asking for a deposit via bank transfer requires you to share your sort code and account number, then chase when payment doesn't arrive, check your bank, and manually confirm receipt. This is administrative friction that sits between you and a secured booking.
Kit-based services need correct session lengths
A full bridal look — foundation, eyes, brows, lashes, contour, lips — takes three hours. A press-day photoshoot touch-up is 45 minutes. When every service is listed at the same default duration, you run over, clients wait, and your day falls apart before noon.
Marketplace platforms take commission on every referral
Beauty directories and marketplace platforms that list makeup artists charge 15–30% commission on bookings they send you. A £250 bridal makeup booking becomes £175–£212 after the cut. Commission compounds across every booking made through those platforms.
How Nextro solves it
What you get
Book trials and wedding days as separate services
List a bridal trial (90 minutes) and a wedding day service (3 hours) as separate bookings. Clients book both in sequence with the correct timing for each. The wedding morning booking only becomes available once the trial is confirmed.
Full card payment taken at booking — no bank transfers
Clients pay the full amount via Stripe when they book. No sort code requests, no transfer chasing, no manual confirmation. Payment lands in your account before you travel to them.
Commission-free portfolio booking
Your Nextro booking page is yours alone — not a marketplace listing shared with competing artists. Clients who find you through your Instagram, portfolio, or website book directly with you. Nextro charges a flat £29/month and takes zero commission on any booking, ever.
Kit and service type matching for accurate scheduling
List every kit-dependent service — bridal full look, airbrush finish, editorial, prom — with its own duration. The system only shows clients times where the full appointment fits within your available hours. No impossible back-to-back clashes.
Travel and location notes captured at booking
Your booking page captures location details or preparation requirements from the client at the point of booking. Venue address, parking details, prep instructions — collected before the day, not in a frantic morning message.
Strict cancellation policy for high-value bookings
Set a custom cancellation policy per service — for example, no refund if cancelled within 90 days of the wedding date. Clients read and acknowledge the policy before they complete the booking. If they cancel within that window, the payment is yours.
Getting started
Up and running in minutes
List your makeup services with exact durations
Bridal trial, wedding day, event makeup, photoshoot, prom — each with its own duration, price, and prep notes. Kit-heavy services get longer slots.
Share your booking link with enquiring clients
Brides and event clients who enquire through Instagram or email receive your booking link. They choose their service, pick a date, and pay by card — no DM negotiation, no bank transfer.
Arrive to secured, paid appointments
You travel knowing payment is confirmed and cancellation is covered. Clients arrive knowing what to expect. No bank transfer drama, no last-minute cancellation with nothing to show for it.
Ready to get started?
14-day free trial · £29/month after · No commission · Cancel anytime
Common questions
Answers about booking, payments, and getting started with Nextro.
Can makeup artists take deposits through Nextro instead of bank transfer?
Nextro takes the full service price upfront at the time of booking via Stripe. This is more effective than a partial deposit — clients pay the full amount, giving you complete protection against cancellation. No bank details to share, no transfer to chase.
How can makeup artists protect themselves from bridal cancellations?
Set a strict cancellation policy on your Nextro booking page — for example, no refund if the appointment is cancelled within 60 or 90 days of the wedding. Clients acknowledge this policy when they book. If they cancel, the payment stays with you.
Can I manage both a bridal trial and a wedding morning booking through Nextro?
Yes. You can list these as separate services. A bride books the trial first and, once confirmed, books the wedding morning service as a second appointment. Both are paid independently at the time of booking.
Does Nextro work for mobile makeup artists?
Yes. Mobile makeup artists — including those who travel to weddings and events — use the same booking page and payment system. You can include a travel note or minimum travel fee information on your page.
Can I list different pricing for different types of makeup?
Yes. Each service — bridal, event, prom, photoshoot — has its own name, description, duration, and price. Clients select the exact service they need.
How much does Nextro cost for a makeup artist?
Nextro costs £29/month with no commission on any booking. A £250 bridal booking, a £90 event makeup session — you keep every penny. The flat rate means your monthly platform cost stays predictable regardless of how many clients you take. 14-day free trial included.
Can I add a booking link to my Instagram bio as a makeup artist?
Yes. Your Nextro booking link goes directly into your Instagram bio. Brides and event clients who find you on Instagram tap the link, select their service — bridal trial, wedding day, prom, editorial — pay by card, and receive a confirmation automatically. No DMs, no bank transfers.