If you’re currently in the whirlwind process of planning your wedding (congratulations!
We understand planning theperfectwedding takes a lot of work.
And one aspect that may require careful consideration is whether you will hire a makeup artist.
For some, that’s an easy price to pay in exchange for a stress-free and pamper-filled morning.
Suppose you fit into the latter category and are planning on doing your own makeup on your big day.
Do a few trial runs and practice, practice, practice!
That way, you’ll know precisely what to do once the wedding morning approaches.
“Did this makeup tool last all day or not?”
Wainner urges you to ask yourself during your trial runs.
“What did I do differently this time that makes me like this look more?
Plus, it will help your big day run as smoothly as possible.
And what better time to practice your wedding day makeup look?
You’ll want the venue, your bridal party, and most importantly, you to look perfect.
Professional makeup artist Matin Maulawizada toldCosmopolitanthat you should designate a good chunk of time to your beauty routine.
And by a good chunk, we mean way more than you typically would need.
But if your skin isn’t at its best, that makeup probably won’t look its best either.
You may think a few weeks before the wedding is plenty of time to prep your skin.
Concentrate on your skincare regimen three months before, ensuring you thoroughly wash and moisturize daily.
If you’re into Botox or other dermal procedures, do so two months before the wedding.
One month before is ideal for a facial and any other complexion treatments.
And the day before?
Get that “beauty sleep” and pamper yourself with a moisture-boosting face mask.
In this case, take a deep breath and don’t pick at your skin.
“The good news is, your photographer can edit out any imperfections.”
By doing your makeup yourself, you are limited to the foundation shades you have on hand.
Bobbi Brown’s editorial makeup artist Cassandra Garcia gave wedding day complexion advice toByrdie.
However,Best For Briderecommends keeping it “natural.”
And it’s possible for you to still wear a full-coverage foundation!
Staying true to your typical routine also includes the products you already have in your makeup bag.
