It is important that your makeup looks its best for your wedding day. Whether you plan to get married on the beach at noon or at night under the stars, if you keep your makeup simple, you will look and feel great. You don’t want too much, not too little, a natural look is very important. This is not the time to experiment with new looks. Your makeup should enhance your beauty, not hide it. Here are some tips to help you achieve your perfect bridal makeup:

• If you’re having a facial, make sure it’s at least two weeks before your wedding.
• If your skin is prone to breakouts, see your dermatologist 3-4 months before your wedding.
• Staying hydrated is important for you to look refreshed. Drinking plenty of water will also remove impurities from your skin.
• Eyebrows should be shaped 5-7 days before the wedding. Make sure not to wax on your wedding day because you could end up with unattractive red bumps that are difficult to cover.
• On your wedding day, blend your makeup well and let it act. You don’t need additional makeup to please the camera, that’s a myth.
• Choose a lipstick that lasts. Apply just before walking on the island. Be careful with the lip liner. Be sure to check that you don’t have lipstick on your teeth.
• Line and fill in the mouth with a neutral pencil so the lipstick stays on longer.
• To extend the wear time of your lipstick, apply a light layer of powder over your lipstick and then apply another layer of lipstick.
• If you are doing your own makeup, consult a beauty consultant and buy your makeup at least 3 months in advance. Then practice until you have the perfect makeup.
• Waterproof mascara is a great idea in case you get a little watery.
• A very light application of face powder will set makeup and reduce
• Keep your powder, mascara, and lipstick in your bag so you can freshen up anytime.
• If on your wedding day you discover that dreaded pimple, don’t squeeze it! Simply apply a drop of visene to remove red, cover with concealer and apply foundation.
• Wear a button down shirt when you apply your makeup so you don’t mess it up. When you put on the dress, put a towel over your face so you don’t get makeup on your wedding dress.
• Avoid shiny or dewy looks – they’re not very receptive to photographs and may make you look greasy.
• If your wedding is outdoors, be sure to apply sunscreen first.
• Water-based foundation looks more natural in photos.
• For the eye contour, apply a dark but neutral shade in the crease of the eye. You can line the upper and lower lids (optional) with brown or gray shadow, blurring the outer corners
• If you need to make your eyes look bigger or brighter, use a white pencil to line the inside of your lower lids.
• Don’t get too much sun before your wedding. Sunburn, peeling skin, and tan lines can sabotage your special day.
• Make sure your wedding photographer “doesn’t” use grainy film, because no matter how good your makeup is, grainy film won’t look good.
• Make sure your wedding photographer is using high-quality film so your photos do your wedding makeup justice.
• For your makeup to look good in your photos it must be completely matte and in neutral tones, brides usually prefer a little color. Pastels look soft and pretty, but avoid glittery, shimmery, and frosty eyeshadows.
• Brightness is enemy number 1 for photos.
• Do not apply white or black eyeshadow.
• Olive complexes should not use gray tones.
• Pale complexions should not wear vibrant colors.

To relieve stress, you can ask a makeup artist to do your wedding day makeup. If you like to do your own makeup but need more advice, see a makeup consultant.

It’s your day! You are going to look absolutely beautiful!