How to Prepare for your Bridal Makeup Trial: Essential tips for flawless makeup
Your wedding day is one of the most important days of your life, and every detail matters—especially your makeup. Your makeup trial is the perfect opportunity to ensure that the look you envision is brought to life, and proper preparation can make all the difference. Here’s how you can get ready for your makeup trial to make sure everything goes smoothly:
1. Skincare: Exfoliate for a Smooth Canvas
Healthy, glowing skin is the best foundation for any makeup look. Before your makeup trial, make sure to exfoliate your skin the night prior to your trial appointment. This removes dead skin cells, revealing a smoother surface for makeup to adhere to. It also helps prevent flaky patches and ensures that your makeup lasts longer. Remember, skincare is just as important as makeup when it comes to achieving a flawless look!
2. Collect Inspiration Photos (Including Some of Yourself)
To help communicate your vision clearly, collect some inspiration photos that reflect the style of makeup you want for your big day. Look for images that showcase the specific elements you love—whether it’s a soft glam look, bold eyes, or radiant skin.
Don't forget to include photos of yourself with makeup on, if possible. This gives your makeup artist a better idea of how makeup sits on your skin, your favorite features, and what you feel most comfortable with. Sharing both your ideal look and how your skin reacts to makeup will help ensure a perfect match.
3. Lash Extensions: Full and Ready
If you're considering lash extensions for your wedding day, it’s best to have them done before your makeup trial. Full, well-maintained lash extensions will give your makeup artist a clear idea of how your lashes will look and how they should be enhanced with eye makeup. Strip lashes are a better choice for your wedding day because they photograph beautifully, offer customizable volume, are easy to apply, and require no maintenance for a flawless, stress-free look. However, it’s ultimately up to your preference! Please avoid lash lifts entirely.
4. Tanning: Achieve a Natural Glow
A natural, bronzed glow can make all the difference in your bridal look. If you’re thinking about spray tanning for your wedding, your makeup trial is the perfect time to try it out. Opt for a light, natural tan that enhances your skin tone without being too dark. Spray tanning adds warmth to your complexion and helps your makeup appear more even and radiant.
5. Wear a White Tank Top
When you come to your makeup trial, please wear a white tank top. This helps you visualize how your makeup will look against the colour of your wedding dress. Wearing a tank top also allows me to clearly see your shoulders and chest, ensuring that your foundation is perfectly matched for a seamless and natural finish.
Proper preparation for your makeup trial can make the experience more enjoyable and stress-free, ensuring that you feel confident and excited about the look you’ll wear on your wedding day. By following these simple tips—exfoliating your skin, collecting inspiration, considering a spray tan, and wearing a white top—you’ll be one step closer to achieving the flawless bridal look you’ve always dreamed of.