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Makeup Consultation Do's and Don'ts

June 28, 2021

Since weddings are revving up again and makeup consultations are in a BRIDE to BE’s immediate future, here are some of my Bridal Makeup Consultation Do’s and Don’ts!

Do have Bridal Makeup Inspo pics to show your artist.

Do wear the color of your dress to your appointment so you can see the makeup against the color.

Do try and schedule your Bridal Hair Consultation on the same day as your Makeup Consultation.

Do try to have makeup consultation appointment on day that something special is planned like a Bridal Shower!

Do come to your consult with a clean face.

Do tell your artist if you have any skin sensitivities.

Do tell your artist if you will want any body makeup or covering of tattoos.

Do bring any makeup products that you would like to show your artist if you feel more comfortable in doing that. For eg. if you want to use your mascara, then that is definitely ok to do!

Do tan if you plan on doing so about 3 days beforehand, to see the coloring before you commit to it on your wedding day. Also, the artist will have to match the color which can be done on the day of but it’s still better to see the whole picture.

Do take pictures afterwards to see what it looks like and if any modifications are needed.

Do voice your opinion and give feedback, remember this is Makeup not brain surgery. We want to make you happy!

Don’t get waxed the day before as your skin may still need some time to calm down before a makeup consult.

Don’t get a facial the day before, as your skin’s texture may be way different and slippery. Your skin will need to balance out for a few days before a makeup consult. I suggest a week in advance. Think of washing your hair right before curling it, most hair will not curl when it’s super clean and slippery.

Don’t show up with lash extensions that are literally on their last leg and are falling out. This will not give you a great finished and polished look at the end of your makeup consult.

Don’t be afraid to change your mind if you would like a different lip color or something to that effect, just let your artist know ahead of time and they will make any necessary adjustments the day of for you.

Don’t wait til last minute to schedule your consult. Give yourself and the artist at least 4-6 months prior to wedding date to book it. This gives plenty of time for any rescheduling or if the artist needs to acquire assistants.

Don’t show up to appointment from another makeup consultation!

I hope these Bridal Makeup Consultation Do’s and Don’ts help! Share it with a future Bride to BE!! If you have any other helpful tips, please add in the comments!!

Book a Makeup Consultation today with Makeup the Bride!

In beauty, Bridal Makeup Consult, Los Angeles Makeup Artist, Makeup the Bride Blog, Wedding Makeup Artist, makeup consultation, consultation tips Tags Makeup Consultation, bridal makeup, bride, consultation, makeup consult, tips
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Makeup by Makeup the Bride Photo by Aurelia D’Amore Photography

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Photo by Aurelia D’Amore Photography

How to choose your Wedding Makeup Look!

March 1, 2021

I have been a makeup artist doing weddings for over 20 years and choosing your makeup look for your wedding is a very personal experience. After all, all eyes will be on the bride, right?!! Some brides want to go all GLAM and some want a natural look. Both can be very beautiful. In this blog post, I will discuss which ‘Bridal Beauty’ look could be right for YOU!!

The Au Natural Bridal Makeup Look…this ‘bride to be’ doesn’t wear alot of makeup on a daily basis and wants to look like an enhanced version of themselves walking down the aisle. This is my most requested LOOK as a bridal makeup artist. This makeup application would always start out with a great skincare routine that is nourishing and hydrating. The makeup will enhance eye color and shape with the addition of lashes (most likely). Brows are subtle and not over done. Foundation is a tinted moisturizer or is lightweight to medium coverage. Cheeks are subtle and lip color is similar to the natural lip tint. Not alot of highlight and soft contour on the face. This overall take on a natural makeup application can be altered depending on the person and what they may want more or less of. Every look is customized for each BRIDE always. 

The all GLAM Bridal Makeup Look…this ‘bride to be’ wears makeup on a daily basis and isn’t shy about it. She most likely wears lashes especially if she is going out for a special occasion. This makeup application would always start out with a great skincare routine that is very hydrating. This makeup will have a medium to opaque base coverage on the face, highlight, liner, lashes, contour, bolder brows along with a bolder lip. She wants to be seen, if you will. Of course, this look is customizable to every Bride as well. Some may want the GLAMMED out eyes but would like everything else softer and more natural. Bold and beautiful!

The Bronzed Bridal Look…this ‘bride to be’ is on the more natural side I would say. Loves a bohemian vibe, the beach and being outdoors. This makeup look starts out with a serum enriched skincare routine. Then we add bronzed shadows to the eyes, bronzed warmth to the face with a beautiful dewy foundation, gilded or matte bronzer and either a bold lip or lipgloss that balances out the overall look. Brows are manicured but maybe not overdone and lashes are most likely added. Once again, this look can be customized to fit the beauty look that is desired. 

A Romantic Bridal Look…this is a classic ‘bride to be’. She likes makeup and wears it often but would like to feel and look her most beautiful as every bride does. This makeup application would start with a very good skincare routine as with every look. I would concentrate on using a softer eyeshadow palette that compliments the eye color and shape, a softer eyeliner look, the foundation would be a natural finish, a soft highlight and not alot of contour, a pink pout and wispy lashes with a soft filled in brow. Of course, this look can be customized too! 


Every BRIDE and every wedding is different. The wedding dress style may often dictate the BEAUTY vibe one would like to achieve. There is no right or wrong. There is only YOUR Beauty, YOUR Way, YOUR wedding day!!

Other makeup looks that may interest you are :

An overall DEWY Makeup Look

A Shimmery Bridal Makeup Look

A Bold Lip Makeup Look

An Earthy Toned Makeup Look

A Monochromatic Makeup Look

A Smokey Eye Makeup Look 

A Soft Glam Makeup Look -Similar to the ‘Au Natural’ Bride/also my most requested look.

A Vintage Makeup Look 

A Lashes and Lips Makeup Look 


If you are getting married or know someone that is, please forward this to them! Set up a Discovery Call with me to speak to your beauty wishes on your wedding day at my CALENDLY LINK here. Thank YOU!!

In beauty, Bridal Makeup Artist, Engagement, Makeup the Bride Blog, Wedding Makeup Artist, Wedding Makeup Looks Tags Wedding, Makeup, Look, Bridal Makeup Artist, Makeup Inspiration, Makeup Artist
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Photo Credit: Nicole Catherine Photo

Photo Credit: Nicole Catherine Photo

A Bride's Most Requested LOOK!

January 11, 2021

Brides want their beauty to be enhanced.

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In Makeup the Bride Blog, Los Angeles Makeup Artist, Wedding Makeup Artist, The Natural Bride Tags Makeup Artist, Bridal Makeup Artist, Natural Bridal Makeup, Soft Bridal Makeup
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