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Bridal Makeup Do's and Don'ts
by
Margina Dennis
It's the time of year again! Summer is a busy time
for weddings and Bridal makeup. Here are some
pointers on bridal makeup to help the bride look her
best:
Do's
*Do make sure the foundation matches the undertones
of the skin to get the most nature look in person
and in photos. Use a bronzer on the face, neck, and
chest if more color is desired.
*Do set foundation with powder. The powder will set
the makeup and keep it on the face. More
importantly, it will matte skin, so that it looks
silky smooth in photos.
*Do use muted colors on the bride. The bride's
natural radiance should be on display, not bright
color. Earth tones and muted cool tones work best,
not only for the bride, but the wedding party as
well.
*Do "waterproof" the makeup. Waterproof mascara and
liner sealer work well to keep the eye makeup from
smudging during the day.
Don'ts
*Don't use glitter and a lot of shimmer. These tend
not to photograph well, especially during a daytime
affair. A little shimmer in moderation is sufficient
for an evening affair. Too much of a "good thing"
can be aging!
*Don't use bright or dark colors. The focus should
be on the bride, not her eyes, or lips. Keeping
things softened is now only more flattering, but
also youthful.
*Don't miss out on getting enough rest and eating
right. Radiant skin is easier to achieve with
healthy skin.
Brides should purchase their powder and lip color
for the wedding day touch ups. Powder should be a
translucent powder and not a powdered foundation.
Powder foundation can oxidize and darken on the
face, which can result in a "dirty" look as the day
goes on.
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