Your North East Wedding - July/August 2020 (Issue 39)

68 LOOKING YOUR BEST I have large pores on my face that I want to minimise and make sure my make-up doesn’t sink into them. How can I achieve this?  I’d recommend a silicone-based primer before your foundation, there are lots of high street brands that have designed their primers for larger pores. I love NARS Pore & Shine Control Primer. It’s super easy to use and combats the issues you get with larger pores, not to mention it lasts for ages! I’d also recommend a regular skincare regime; this will help your skin look its best with or without make-up.  Cheryl Griffiths | Cheryl Griffiths Makeup Artist | www.facebook.com/Cheryl.makeup.beauty Our experts give their advice to help you look your big-day best Fashion and beauty Q&A TRANSFORM YOUR SKIN I have dehydrated skin, and I’m worried my make-up will stick to the dry patches. How can I get around this? For a flawless foundation base, skin preparation is key. A long and short term rehydrating skincare regime will make sure your make-up looks fabulous all day. My bridal make-up trials are around six weeks before the wedding date, and I always do a skin analysis for my brides-to-be to make recommendations for changes in those weeks. For those with dry skin issues, I’d make sure the cleanser being used isn’t too harsh (avoid wipes) and followed up by a good moisturiser, which needn’t cost the world. A night cream containing AHA’s is also so essential and speeds up skin cell renewal. Then once or twice a week, use a mild facial exfoliator. On the big day, your make-up artist should spritz dry areas of your skin before moisturising, which helps to lock in extra moisture. A hydrating primer should then be used – steer clear of any mattifying products which will make the problem worse. There are lots of foundations available for dryer skins; my personal favourites are NARS Sheer Glow and MAX Studio Face and Body Foundation. Finally, only use setting powder on areas such as your t-zone and avoid dry areas. Then go and enjoy your day, with your luminous, juicy skin! Ashleigh Koefod | DivaDust – Professional Makeup Artists | www.divadust.co.uk www.nev erendingstories.co.uk www.janewoodphotography.co.uk BRIDAL BEAUTY I’m having a boho-style wedding and want to find a dress to match this theme. What would you suggest? For brides who want to go for the boho look, I’d suggest looking for a gown that’s whimsical and romantic, with soft lines and delicate detailing. Bohemian wedding gowns look effortlessly beautiful, and graphic lace tends to be a popular style to give you that one of a kind trend-worthy gown. I think the most important thing is to find a boho-style dress with a shape that suits you best and makes you feel confident. To finish off the perfect look, go for natural colours and bold but beautiful accessories. Victoria Hickson | The Blue Bow Bridal Company | www.bluebowbridal.co.uk