Q&A Beauty Look and feel your big-day best with help from the professionals FIND THE ONE I’m a more mature bride in my late 50s and am feeling a little anxious about choosing a look and make-up artist for my big day. What advice do you have for me? Pacha Marshall from Makeup by Pacha (www.instagram.com/makeupbypacha) says: As a make-up artist with 18 years’ experience, my advice would be to do your research. Ask around to see if anyone you know has used a make-up artist and what they thought of the finished look. Visit social media; does the MUA’s page show a variety of ages and make-up styles? Read their reviews; have their clients been communicated with well? Were they happy? Did the make-up last? I appreciate how nerve-wracking it can be if you haven’t had your make-up done professionally before. Find someone who’ll listen to your concerns, understand your skin type and respect the overall look you’re wanting to achieve for such a special occasion. LIP SERVICE I never wear lipstick, but I’m worried my look might feel unfinished without on my wedding day... What advice can you offer me for feeling comfortable while wearing lippy? Anna Dickes from MAY – Make-up Artists Yorkshire (www.makeupartistsyorkshire.com) says: Make-up trials are an excellent way to try out new things and determine what works best for you. A skilled make-up artist can select shades that complement your complexion, achieving a natural yet defined look that still feels authentically you. Understanding your skin’s undertone is crucial for maintaining a natural look. Here’s a quick method to determine your undertone: if your veins appear greenish, you likely have warm undertones. Those with blue or purplish veins usually have cooler undertones. If your veins seem colourless or match your skin tone, you probably have neutral undertones. Selecting a lipstick within your undertone, regardless how dark or light will enhance your overall look beautifully. 66
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