Skincare

Do not get a facial close to the wedding date, especially if you don’t get facials regularly. A facial typically cleanses the skin, bringing impurities to the surface and sometimes causes breakouts. It is recommended that facials should be done at least 1 ½ -2 weeks before the wedding date so if you do get a break out, there is enough time for the blemish to go away.

Do not use a face mask, especially one you have never use before, several days before the wedding. Although masks are great and can help improve the texture of your skin, they can also cause break outs! Clay or mud masks, especially, pull impurities from your pores to the surface. This can cause blemishes.

Do not get any part of your face waxed close to your wedding. Although it varies with each person, it is recommended that a wax be done at least 1 week before the wedding. Some people have experienced redness in the area that was waxed due to allergic reactions. Others have experienced irritation from the hot wax or part of their skin coming off with the wax! The makeup will not adhere well to skin that is irritated or burned (chemically or from heat).

" Threading" is a method of removing hair using actual thread. The Cosmetologist works the thread close to the face, pulling the hair out. Examine your face closely once you are finished to make sure that the Cosmetologist has done a thorough job and there are no lines or rows of facial hair on your face. The lines of hair will show up when you have foundation on because the foundation will adhere to the facial hair. It is recommended that you do not “thread” close to your wedding as well.

Do exfoliate your skin regularly. This helps slough off the dead skin creating a smoother surface for the makeup. Your skin will look brilliant and have a nice glow.

Do get into a skincare routine and moisturize your skin regularly, even if you have oily skin. This also means using a good eye cream. Moisturizing your skin well will prolong the acing process, and makeup adheres well to soft, smooth, skin. Do not start a skin care program close to your wedding date.

Makeup

Do use a matte/ long wearing foundation on your wedding. A matte foundation will last a lot longer that a regular or sheer foundation. Your skin may appear very “matte” at first, but will start looking natural in approximately 30 minutes.

Do powder your neck. Most people worry about their face makeup and forget about their neck. Powdering your neck will help even out the neck skin tone and blend the face makeup to the neck.

Do use an eyeshadow base. Eyeshadow bases work like a magnet. It grabs onto the eyeshadow color, making the color come out truer. It helps the shadow stay on longer and prevents it from creasing.

Do curl your eyelashes. This will help make your eyelashes look longer and open up your eyes.

Do practice wearing false lashes ahead of time if you are planning on wearing them on your wedding day. This will help you get used to the feel of having something foreign on your lashes so you don’t feel completely uncomfortable on the actual day.

Do use blotting papers to absorb the oils on the face before re-touching/re-powdering your face makeup. This will prevent your makeup from looking “caked up”.

It you want to look your best for your wedding day, plan ahead. Start on the skincare program months before your wedding, get facials regularly, get your makeup trial early…Don’t wait until the last minute and expect good results.

Hope these tips were helpful