The Make-Up Room is one of Ireland's top training centres for those wishing to seek a career as a make-up artist in the TV, Film & Theatre world, or the Beauty industry. They have compiled a list of tips that will ensure you look your best on the big day and if you don't trust yourself to make you look your best, some of their expert artists could be yours for that special day!
A six-month countdown is recommended to make sure you look as radiant and healthy as possible on your wedding day, but brides who only have a few weeks to prepare can still see some stunning results.
Eating a balanced diet and exercising regularly are an essential part of the preparation.
Exercise will give your circulation a major boost and flush away the toxins that cause blemishes in the skin. Aim for 30 minutes of gentle exercise per day.
Eating plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables, drinking around eight glasses of water a day, reducing your alcohol consumption and cutting out smoking will help prevent your skin from looking dowdy and dull. Try to make sure you get a good night's sleep of about eight hours in the weeks or days before the wedding.
It's important to cleanse, tone and moisturise every day to get rid of any impurities. Facials are also recommended as long as you start having them regularly a few months before the wedding. Trying one a few days beforehand is a mistake, as it could lead to a blotchy face.
Getting your hair in shape is also important. According to the experts you should wash your hair whenever you feel you have to, usually every few days, and make sure it has a deep conditioning treatment about once a month.
Your feet and hands shouldn't be forgotten either. Beauticians suggest a manicure and pedicure at a beauty salon every few weeks before the wedding, which normally includes a foot massage to stimulate the skin. At home, you should moisturise your hands daily and soak your feet in warm water for about ten minutes, twice a week. This leaves your feet feeling very refreshed, particularly if you use some essential oils, such as peppermint. When it comes to nails, it's important to file them two or three times a week and maybe push the cuticles back while you're in the bath.
When it comes to choosing your make-up artist for the wedding, caution is advised. Anticipate being photographed and take into account the lighting. Outdoor wedding photos demand different makeup than indoor photos. A good MakeUp Artist will understand this and will be able to create a makeup that’s suitable.
Outdoor lighting is most flattering in late afternoon as the sun begins to set. If possible, avoid scheduling an outdoor wedding ceremony and photos for midday when the sun is directly overhead. This casts unwanted shadows on your face and is universally unflattering.
Be sure to carry your lipstick and lip liner with you for touch-ups after the ceremony and before the reception. It is also helpful to carry a pressed powder and small powder brush, your chief bridemaid can always carry these for you.
Finally, don't go to bed in your warpaint. If you don't clean if off at night you'll end up with stained pillow cases and a bad case of spots, which will eliminate all your hard work leading up to your big day and your honeymoon.
COUNTDOWN TO YOUR BIG DAY
Six Months To a Year Before the Wedding
Start researching and experimenting with different hair and makeup styles to create your individual wedding day look. If you plan on using a hair stylist, or makeup artist make an appointment for a trial and bring lots of pictures of looks you love. Agree on a style that you're sure matches your personality.
Eight Weeks Before the Big Day
Have microdermabrasion or glycolic peels once a month for two months prior, to give your skin a flawless, smooth surface for makeup and a rich glow. Set up a skin care routine to ensure that your skin will be looking its best for your wedding day.
A Month Before the Big Day
Exfoliate your body daily with a loofah and/or body scrub to maintain shiny, healthy skin all over (if you're going strapless, concentrate on your arms, shoulders, and back). For flaky lips, exfoliate by brushing them gently with a soft tooth brush.
One to Two Weeks Before the Big Day
See your hair stylist to get a final trim (remember, nothing drastic!) and consider adding some highlights. Perfectly placed highlights add an instant glow to your face.
On the Big Day
For the longest lasting lip color that won't move through all that kissing and smiling, apply foundation over lips. Then line with a lip liner, then apply lip color with a lip brush.
For strappy shoes that won't stay put, use wig tape (it's clear and very sticky) to the back part of the strap, adhering them to your foot.
To eliminate blinking in all your gorgeous wedding photos, use this tip: relax your eyes before the shot by looking down. Then, when the photographer says, "cheese", look up just as the picture is being taken.
To create a thinner line in your photos, angle your body slightly toward the camera. Never stand facing the camera straight on.
Whatever you do, enjoy your day and have fun!
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