Your Herts & Beds Wedding - Dec/Jan 2019 (Issue 77)

90 Q&A Hair &beauty Our local pros solve your problems ALL ABOUT THE BASE My skin’s currently really dry from the cold air. How can I add moisture and create a flawless complexion? In order to get a lovely dewy complexion and for your skin to feel hydrated I’d suggest that you start exfoliating the skin to sweep away dry skin cells and to allow your moisturiser to work effectively. I recommend a beaded exfoliator, as these are kinder on the skin. Opt for a moisturiser that contains hyluronic acid. This helps to plump the skin and keep it hydrated throughout the day. It’s also a lighter product so it allows the skin to breath. Always remove make-up at night and use an oil-based cleanser so the skin isn’t left feeing tight and dry – keeping moisture levels balanced. To create a flawless look, think about your skincare first. If your skin’s well hydrated your base is going to look even throughout the day and will stay for the duration. Expert: Ali Kynoch Ali K MUA | alikmua.co.uk SPARKLE AND SHINE I’d like to add a winter wonderland sparkle to my make-up. Do you have any recommendations or advice? If you’re tying the knot in winter and want to add a special theme to your make-up you could use an eyeshadow with a bit of sparkle and shine! I love to use the Stila liquid shadows that are very pigmented and great for not dropping. Alternately if sparkle isn’t your thing, think about your lips. A bold red berry shade such as MAC Russian Red gives a wintry feel to your look – perfect for a beautiful seasonal bride. Expert: Charlie Pearcy Charlie Pearcy Weddings | charliepearcyweddings.com matthewlawrencephotography.co.uk RICH SHADES My hair’s naturally dark but I’d love to try a warmer shade for my December wedding. What do you suggest? There are a few tricks to accentuate detail and help pick up texture. You don’t have to do anything drastic and go platinum blonde, but adding some subtle colour will help. Balayage is a great way to go. This is where colour is added through the mid lengths down to the ends, giving a graduated look of sun-kissed colour. Highlights or lowlights are also another way to depict texture through the hair. Whether a full or half head this is a good way to show off a style. The different tones will lift your colour and accentuate curls. Even in an up do style, adding a few complementary tones can really make a difference. Expert: Lorna Kings Story Hair and Make-up | storyhairandmakeup.co.uk throughthewoodsweran.co.uk