WHAT EVERY BRIDE AND MAKEUP ARTIST SHOULD KNOW BY CHINWE OWHORJI

 Bridal makeup as a branch of makeup artistry is a multi-million naira industry. A makeup artist can earn anywhere from twenty thousand naira to a hundred and fifty thousand naira per wedding depending on a number of factors. These factors include the skill and creativity of the makeup artists, the products and tools he/she works with, the number of people in the bridal party and the location of the wedding.
 Every bride wants to look good on their special day and a lot of people are willingly to pay good money to make sure their face and skin looks perfect for their big day. Some asks their makeup artist for special facial treatments, skin treatments and for the financial buoyant, cost is not an issue. Some become disappointed and depressed on the big day when they do not achieve the desired results they had longed for.
 However, whatever a bride chooses to do or not do it is very important for the bride to note that her wedding day should be a pleasantly memorable one and a makeup artist should ensure that her bride is comfortable and happy at all times. Here are a few tips to help ensure everyone is happy. 1. First of all it is very important for a bride to use a professional makeup artist for her wedding makeup and not just a sister or family friend. This is because makeup artists are specifically trained to work with various skin types and complexions. They know to watch for ingredients that could cause an allergic reaction that would ultimately lead to breakouts and discolouration of the skin on the bride’s face.
 Secondly she knows what colours best compliment the complexion and the specific makeup application technique that a particular face shape would require. 2. The bride should ensure that she gets a trial run from any makeup artist she may be considering at least 3 months prior to the big day. This ensures that she has enough time to try out at least 2-3 makeup artists she might have been considering and to ensure that her face heals from any reaction she may get from any of the products during the trial. Some makeup artists offer this service for free and some do not. 3. Brides should make sure they book their makeup artists as early as possible, I would personally prefer as soon as they set a date. This is to ensure that they actually do get the makeup artist they really want to work with. 4. Before your makeup artist starts any application on you, ask to see her makeup brushes. Some makeup artists do not wash or sanitize their brushes as often as they should. Using a dirty makeup brush could lead to all sorts of infections and skin problems that you do not need. 5. Your wedding day is not a day to show case how trendy you are. Stick to subtle, calm and fresh-faced looks that look approachable and not harsh to the eyes. 6. If you are not comfortable with a particular look, don’t panic, simply have your makeup artist take it off and start again. Overall It is your wedding, try to relax with a glass of could juice if you have to. Enjoy the whole pampering process, have fun and remember to always smile for the camera.

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