Choosing the perfect wedding makeup and hairstyle can make a huge difference in how you look and feel. This guide provides essential tips for choosing bridal makeup and wedding hairstyles that suit your style and personality. Know your style when choosing your wedding makeup and hairstyle.
Before choosing your makeup and hairstyle, it’s crucial to understand your style. Do you prefer a natural look or a more glamorous look? Consider your taste and what you feel most comfortable with. Remember that your makeup and hairstyle should reflect your personality and complement your wedding dress.
Get professional advice on wedding attire
A professional makeup artist and hairstylist helps you get the best look, so spending on them is worth it. Professionals can advise you on which styles and colours will suit you best and help you create a look highlighting your best features. Try out your hair and makeup before the big day to see if it matches your look and feels right.
Makeup and hairstyle according to skin and hair
Your skin and hair type will influence your makeup and hairstyle choices. If you have oily skin, opt for long-lasting matte makeup. Hydrating makeup is ideal for dry skin. When it comes to hair, the products and methods you use should match your hair type—whether it’s straight, curly, thick, or fine. Discuss these details with your stylist for the best results.
5 mistakes you shouldn't make with hair and makeup
Many brides make small mistakes in their wedding day preparations, which become big problems.
In this section, we will discuss five common mistakes that should be avoided:
Doing something completely different from your usual style
Don’t be influenced by what people say; don’t be influenced by a bride’s hairstyle and makeup style. You always have to stay true to your style and what you want. If you’re a girl who doesn’t usually wear makeup, it’s best to use light, natural-looking makeup. Otherwise, you’ll look weird, I assure you. If red lipstick suits you and you know it, why can’t a bride wear it on her wedding day? Some brides wear it incredibly beautifully.
You get what I mean.Not saving hair and makeup test photos
Did you know a selfie can save you from disappointment on your wedding day?
Sometimes, professionals are with so many brides and guests that they can’t remember exactly what hairstyle and makeup they did at your fitting a few weeks ago and what you liked.
My advice: On the day of the fitting, take pictures with your phone from different angles and show them before you start preparing for your wedding day. Then, everything will be 100% clear.Not showing your wedding dress to stylists
This is important.
Your hairstyle and makeup should enhance your face and match the style of your wedding dress.
Tip: Show pictures of your accessories, as well as pictures of other accessories you will wear: earrings, necklaces, headbands, veils, etc.Not knowing how to put on or take off the veil
Tip: Hairdressers should instruct family members on how to put on and take off the veil without damaging their hairstyle, as they’ll likely need it throughout the day.
This isn’t the first time a veil has been ripped after a guest inadvertently stepped into the ceremony without entering.Arriving very late at the event
On your wedding day, it’s just as important to look good as it is to arrive on time.
The rest of the day?
Can being late affect the wedding dance time, leading to shorter party hours and an open bar?
That’s right, but you’ll have to pay for everything, just like your friends are having two drinks.
But is a little late that big of a deal?
If it’s up to 10 minutes, it won’t be considered late; it’s normal.
Makeup during a photo shoot: What is important to remember
Many people don’t know that the camera flash or light “loses” about 20% of our makeup. So, when taking pictures, the makeup looks less on camera than on a normal day.
For this reason, when applying makeup for a photo shoot, it is necessary to use a little more highlighted, coverage-rich, and defined makeup. While it is not like an exclusive fashion shoot, it is better to go a little darker than usual.
This is important to remember if you want to look beautiful in your wedding day photos or photoshoots. Although it may seem too much in the mirror, the exact amount will be perfectly reflected on camera.
Where is the best place to dress on a wedding day?
One of the most important decisions you’ll make as part of your wedding day preparations is where you’ll get your makeup and hair done.
This decision will depend heavily on your wedding venue, schedule, and personal preferences. But one thing is clear—this location can make a huge difference in your comfort and preparation experience.
Although getting your makeup and hair done at home may be a bit more expensive, it has many benefits.
- You will be in your familiar surroundings
- No need to worry about taking a separate taxi
- No need to worry about taking someone with you
- Most importantly—you will be calm and comfortable
When a makeup artist or hair stylist comes to your home, you can enjoy the makeup and every moment of the preparation. Laughter, photos, tea and coffee with friends will be a relaxing, memorable start to your special day.
How to keep makeup on your wedding day – some practical tips
You want to look beautiful all day long—not just for photos or guests, but for your confidence.
So let’s take a look at how to keep your makeup looking good all day long:
- Don’t rub your eyes if you get tears!
Instead, gently dab them with a tissue as if you’re puffing powder. This won’t ruin your eye makeup. - If tears start rolling down your face, lower your head a little.
This will help the water run down your cheeks instead of your face, keeping your makeup in place. - Use waterproof products.
Especially mascara, eyeliner, and foundation – which are long-lasting and tear-proof. - Keep a blotting paper or beauty sponge with you.
If you get a little sweaty or oily, blot them – don’t rub!
Your wedding day is one of the most beautiful moments of your life—makeup should be a part of your beauty, not a hindrance to that moment.
Smart Ways to Save on Wedding Makeup & Hair
Budgeting for your wedding doesn’t mean you have to compromise on quality. In fact, with a little planning, you can cut costs and still look good.
After speaking to many clients, I’ve learned that girls never want to compromise their beauty or confidence on their wedding day. And they shouldn’t.
But that doesn’t mean spending has to be unbridled!
Here are some smart tips on how to cut costs while still maintaining your style, look, and comfort:
Seek expert advice or ask your friends.
Don’t be influenced by what people say; don’t be influenced by a bride’s hairstyle and makeup style. You always have to stay true to your style and what you want. If you’re a girl who doesn’t usually wear makeup, it’s best to use light, natural-looking makeup. Otherwise, you’ll look weird, I assure you. If red lipstick suits you and you know it, why can’t a bride wear it on her wedding day? Some brides wear it incredibly beautifully.
You get what I mean.Book in advance
Booking hair and makeup services in advance can save you extra money, especially if the wedding is busy. Then, high demand and limited professional space make the service more expensive. It would have been better to book a year in advance.
Hire new professionals who are starting new jobs
Since you are paying for the experience of a hairstylist or makeup artist, new artists or cosmetology students often offer lower rates. It is important to remember that just because they are not as established in the industry does not mean they are any less talented.
Do your makeup
Yes, I know it sounds risky, but isn’t it true that sometimes you’ve had your makeup done and felt like you were in disguise? Many brides have special talents or love to do their hair and makeup. Don’t think twice if you’re one of them; it could be the key to saving money.
A wedding is an experience, a memory that lasts a lifetime. And you must present yourself in the most beautiful, confident, and comfortable way possible at every moment of that day.
The right makeup and hairstyle enhance your outer beauty and reflect your inner confidence and happiness. Understanding your style, seeking professional advice, avoiding small mistakes, and controlling expenses as necessary all combine to create a perfect, memorable wedding day.
Finally, remember that dressing up is about being yourself. It’s not about how someone else looks but how you feel.