How to do your own wedding makeup
DIY wedding makeup
Have you considered doing your own wedding makeup? Maybe having someone else do your makeup on the wedding day isn’t something you particularly want, you don’t like people touching your face, or you would rather spend your money on learning how to apply your own makeup so you can apply it over and over again well beyond your wedding day. Whatever your reasons are, here are my tips for doing your own, super natural, healthy looking wedding makeup look…
TIP #1
Start by hitting pinterest. Use keywords such as ‘natural makeup’, ‘minimal makeup’, ‘natural wedding makeup look’ and ‘clean makeup look’ to search for bridal makeup look ideas. Look beyond wedding images too as you can get great inspiration from fashion magazines and bridal catwalk shows. Its quite hard to find really natural makeup pics on pinterest, so spend some time having a good old hunt.
Natural wedding makeup and effortless hair
TIP #2
Keep in mind the style of makeup that you already do. Most brides want to look like the best version of themselves, so you don’t want to do anything too far off what you already do. You also want to be recognised by your groom!
Neutral toned bridal makeup for the laid back bride
TIP #3
Think about any colour schemes you may have, dresses, jewellry, flowers and so on when choosing colours. Do you want everything to be cohesive? Or maybe you love a good colour clash!
TIP No4
Don’t forget skincare and the time of year you’re getting married. Do you need to switch up your usual foundation to suit your skin for that season. Oily skin needs extra prep in the summer and drier skins are generally less dry in the summer. Start doing a skin care prep routine to get it in good nick for the big day. I’ve got a skin prep guide which you can download, I’ll pop a link at the end!
Hydrating serums by Glossier
TIP #5
Get yourself a lippy/lipgloss and a pressed powder to top up during the day. Lipgloss and tinted balms are lower maintenance so consider this option if you want a truly easy application. However perfectly your makeup is applied, if you have very oily skin, you will need to powder again at some point. Invest in a setting spray and a good primer to help with longevity.
TIP #6
Are you a glasses wearer? Maybe you opting for contacts on the day, but if not, your eyes may need a little extra definition.
TIP #7
Don’t try any new products too close to the wedding, just in case you have some sort of reaction. Ideally get all your makeup and skincare shopping done well before the day, so you can have plenty of time to practice and make sure you don’t react to anything.
Nude pinky bridal lipgloss
TIP #8
Apply your foundation/tinted moisturiser in thin layers and blend well. Less is most definitely more. The more you apply, the more likely it is to move or sit in lines. Press your hands over your face afterwards to really work it into your skin.
TIP #9
Use a waterproof mascara. Need I say more ?! Apply a few layers of mascara, really pressing it into the roots of your lashes to give your eyes definition. Comb through with a spooley afterwards to separate them out and give a more natural finish.
TIP #10
Use cream products. A sweep of cream eyeshadow gives subtle definition and has a more skin like appearance than powder. Cream or liquid blush has a lovely slightly dewy finish that really gives you that fresh faced, healthy look. Blend upwards and outwards towards the hairline.
Glowy natural wedding makeup
TIP #11
Have a makeup lesson and learn how to do you own wedding makeup! Have the skills to do your own wedding makeup over and over again, well beyond your wedding day.
I hope this has been helpful! Let me know what you think x
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Have a good week,
Nicky x
Hi! I’m Nicky, I’ve been a Hair and Makeup Artist for yonks now. Roughly 20 years! I’ve worked with 100s of brides and LOVE my job. I live in Petersfield, Hampshire and cover Hampshire and Surrey. I also do makeup lessons for both brides who want to do their own makeup ,and anyone else who wants to learn. I’m hugely passionate about teaching people makeup techniques and generally waffling on about hair and makeup. Honestly, I could go on for hours! Brides book me for my natural hair and makeup looks (and I like to think because I’m a super lovely person who is a very calming influence on a wedding day!).
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