With more and more events such as weddings and other celebrations taking place, many people have enjoyed the chance to get their hair and makeup done again.

We asked Hexham Courant readers on social media who they think are the best makeup artists in Tynedale and Ponteland.

Alice Armstrong MUA - Makeup Artist

Many readers recommended Alice, who works all around the North East. Abi Elise Sagar said Alice is the best "without a doubt", and Debbie Scott said she is "amazing".

Bellisimo by Megan

Megan was another popular choice, with many people commenting they thought she was the best makeup artist in Tynedale and Ponteland.

Sophie Hollows / Make-up Artist

Freelance makeup artist Sophie was also recommended many times by readers. Marie Makepeace described her as "superb" and Julie Robson said she was the "absolute best ever!" And Stephanie Relph said it was "no question" she was the best.

Rebecca Buchan

Rebecca was also a popular choice, with Rachel Chapman commenting that she is "amazing and I'm super fussy".

Emma Scott wrote: "She has been doing my makeup for years."

Sarah Sparke said she thought Rebecca was the best "without a doubt".

Megan Thompson

Megan also received many votes for the best makeup artist in Tynedale and Ponteland.

Other suggestions included: Melissa Pick, Danielle Hall, Grace Mather, Louise Curry, Zoe Charlton, Jemma Little, Charlotte Condliffe, Makeup by Neveen, Claire Milburn, Emma Hunter Ainsley, Sophie Pasola Makeup, and Claire Alexandra Hair and Makeup.