Q&A Beauty Look and feel your big-day best with help from the professionals WHEN, WHAT AND HOW? I’m recently engaged and want to start thinking about my wedding make-up. What are some of the most frequently asked questions that brides come to you with? Toni says: Speaking from personal experience, the most popular questions I encounter from newly-engaged couples are around timings and logistics of the wedding morning itself... How many bridesmaids can you cater for on a wedding morning, and what time will you need to arrive? The biggest wedding party I’ve ever worked with is 11 – 10 bridesmaids and the bride! They were all having their hair and make-up done for a ceremony time of 2pm. It was a fun morning that had to be meticulously planned beforehand. I sought the help of two other hair and make-up artists, and we arrived at 8.30am. So, I’m able to cater for any size bridal party and will be in charge of the plans from choosing and booking the extra help to scheduling the morning, ensuring we run on time so that you stay calm and relaxed. What beauty treatments should I have in the run up to my wedding? Eyebrow shape and tint are a must in my opinion. Brows are the frame for the face and tidy, well-groomed brows will level up a finished make-up look. So, even if it’s out of the ordinary for you, this is a non-negotiable step! Of course, there are a few other treatments I’d still recommend such as regular facials and adopting a good skincare regime to give you clear, glowing skin on the big day. A lash lift and tint is also ideal if you’re not opting for falsies on the day, as well as dermaplaning to remove all of those peach fuzz hairs on the face, creating an excellent make-up base. Do I need to bring anything with me on the day? My bridal kit can cater for all skin types, tones and textures so I’m pretty well equipped. However, you’ll need a lipstick or lipgloss to touch up throughout the day. I’ll make a recommendation during your trial and if you love it I can order you one and bring it with me on the day. Equally, if you have a favourite lippy or fancy a spot of lipstick shopping where you find something you fall in love with, bring that with you. If you’re prone to shine, it may be worth investing in some blotting papers or powder too, or if your skin is a little on the dry side, a hydration spritz will freshen up your make-up when you need it. MATTE VS. METALLIC I tend to wear matte make-up products dayto-day, so I’m not sure whether to switch it up and use metallics for my wedding. Which is the best way to go with bridal make-up? Alison says: 2023 brides are continuing to embrace natural make-up looks that emphasise the eyes and give a glowing, dewy and healthylooking complexion. When it comes to the eyes, both matte and metallics have their merits in bridal make-up but I’d avoid glitter. Matte, textured eyeshadows are good for a simple, natural eye look. They have more pigment and blend well, helping to reshape and define. They’re best layered over a good base so that they don’t look patchy. They won’t settle in fine lines either, so work well on mature skin. Metallic eyeshadows on the other hand shine out like metal or foil with an underlying gold or silver shimmer. Rose gold, copper or silver will look great if you like the current 90s vibe in hair and make-up. The shiny particles do settle in lines and creases though. I do love to give my brides a bit of shimmer on the lids to make their eyes pop, as it reflects the light giving off a subtle shine. These products offer a beautiful sheer coverage and tend to flatter mature eyes too. EXPERT Q&A 85
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