Your Devon and Cornwall Wedding - Page number 91 - September/October 2021 (Issue 33)

WINTER WEDDING What are the bridal hair and make-up trends for this winter when I’m getting married? Meet the expert: Toni Gogola is a bridal and occasion hair specialist based in South Devon offering a bespoke mobile hair service throughout Devon and Cornwall. Toni says: As we approach the winter months, the most requested styles that I’m being asked for by brides are smooth waves with and without an accent braid. Hollywood waves are also very popular and complement seasonal shades. For the more relaxed bride, a messy up do that looks like she has achieved it herself is always a good choice. Q&A Beauty Our experts answer your questions www.gett yimages.co.uk SKIN DEEP How can I best prep my skin in the lead-up to my wedding ready for flawless make-up and fab photographs on the big day? Meet the expert: Alexis Fraser is the founder of House of Skincare, an appointment-only clinic located in Kingsteignton, Newton Abbot. Alexis says: Preparing your skin for your wedding day is just as important as sourcing the bridal outfit. It takes time, you must find the right therapist for you, and for best results, starting the preparation as early as possible before your big day is key. Don’t just rely on the make-up artist to work their magic, after all, the make-up will only look as good as your skin. With all brides and grooms that visit my clinic, I always discuss the skincare pyramid of needs. This is where you have your essential products which are cleansers, exfoliators, moisturisers and SPF. Then there’s serums, eye creams and face masks, and finally, there’s the at-home skin tools and devices. My top tip is to invest in a mix of the bottom two levels of the pyramid, and if your budget can stretch to adding in the top, then do! Once you’ve established a strong skincare routine at home, you can boost your results with professional clinic treatments. By having a professional treatment, you are regenerating skin cells and stimulating new collagen, allowing you to look youthful, glowing, and radiant on your special day. Considering the skin on your body, exfoliating twice a week allows it to become less dull and textured. Moisturising daily is key too, particularly if you’re preparing for a tan application. Lifestyle habits also contribute to how well your skin appears on the day of your wedding so ensure you’re staying hydrated throughout the day and consider taking a collagen supplement to help with top-to-toe skin and joint health. I also recommend taking a probiotic supplement for aiding gut health and fatigue, after all, the planning is the toughest part! Meet the expert: Nicola Redman is a professional make-up artist for weddings and events. Nicola says: As the winter approaches and our tans fade, I move from using bronze shades to flushes of pink - I love using a radiant rose-toned blush on the apples of the cheeks. A healthy, rosy complexion brightens the skin tone and creates a glow from within. For festive weddings, one trend springs to mind - a sparkly eye! Champagne tones work perfectly on most eye and skin colours and I use my fingers to apply sparkles rather than a brush because you can build a better colour (with less mess!) I also love a red lip in winter. Preparation and a quality lip liner will be your best friend here, to ensure your lipstick stays on as well as possible and looks as perfect as it can! If that’s not for you then a glossy lip also looks great during the winter when lips tend to be dryer so this will help them look more hydrated and it’ll offset the rosy cheeks and sparkly eyes. Image of Nicola Redman's work by www.hannahbarnesphotography.com 91 EXPERT ADVICE Image of Toni Gogola’s work by www.hannahbarnesphotography.com Alexis Fraser | 07943 810 915 | www.houseofskincare.co.uk | w ww.facebook.com/houseofskincareuk | w ww.instagram.com/houseofskincareuk Nicola Redman | www.instagram.com/nicolaredman.makeup Toni Gogola | 07790 674 431 | https://tonigogola.co.uk | w ww.facebook.com/tonigogolaweddinghair | w ww.instagram.com/tonigogola_weddinghair CONTACT OUR EXPERTS