Makeup Wedding Do’s

Written By Courtney Wiedenhaupt

1. Do a Makeup Trial:

  • Schedule a makeup trial several months before your wedding day. Before your trial, look online at makeup looks you like and that compliment your features. You can discuss them with your artist at your trial . We would love to work with you on your wedding look.

  • Start with a skincare routine well in advance to ensure your skin is hydrated and in optimal condition for makeup application. Cleanse, exfoliate, and moisturize regularly to create a smooth canvas.

2. Skin prep:

  • Start with a skincare routine well in advance to ensure your skin is hydrated and in optimal condition for makeup application. Cleanse, exfoliate, and moisturize regularly to create a smooth canvas.

3. Opt for Long-lasting Formulas:

  • Choose makeup products that are long-lasting and waterproof to ensure your makeup stays fresh throughout the day and night, despite tears, sweat, and kisses.

4. Enhance Your Natural Features:

  • Focus on enhancing your best features. Whether it's your eyes, lips, or cheekbones, a professional makeup artist will know how to accentuate what makes you uniquely beautiful.

5. Match Makeup with Lighting:

  • Consider the lighting of your wedding venue. Different lighting (natural sunlight, indoor lighting, evening ambiance) can affect how makeup appears in photographs. Your makeup artist will adjust shades and textures accordingly.

6. Take Photos After:

  • Take photos after your makeup trial to see how it translates on camera and in different lighting conditions. This helps ensure you’ll look amazing in every shot on your wedding day.

Courtney Wiedenhaupt
Previous

Wedding Makeup Don’ts