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What to expect at a Bridal Makeup Trial?

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What should you expect at a BRIDAL MAKEUP trial?

 
As a makeup artist my goal is to make you, the bride, feel like a more glamorous version of yourself. The makeup needs to make your best features POP! When I started doing bridal makeup, I decided to do a free trial. This allows the bride and I to get to know each other and see if we are a good match. I want to make sure a bride is 100% happy before booking. I ask my brides to come to the trial with a clean/moisturized face. I also love when brides share "pins" to give me an idea of what she loves. 
 
I ask many questions that help me get to know a brides style and preferences. Here are a few examples…
 
What type of foundation do you wear?
What level of coverage do you like?
What is you biggest concern?
What is your favorite feature?
 
After hearing all of the answers, I give the bride my idea of how I would like to see her. If we are in tune, I start…. 
 
I prime the skin, apply the desired coverage of foundation, conceal, set, contour, bronze, add a touch of color on the cheeks and set. Next I apple shadow, liner, mascara, false lashes, and more mascara. Some brides need a little brow shaping and lastly are the lips. I have the bride look in the mirror and give me her feedback. I ask if there is anything that needs to be changed or adjusted.
 
I will give a list of a few things needed for the wedding day (lip gloss, setting powder  and a brush)
 
Pictures are such a big deal, so we take several to make sure everything photographs really well. Seeing one's self in a picture is different than looking in a mirror. You will be able to see yourself how other will see you. 
 
If the bride is pleased she may fill out a contract and book her big day! 
 
 
If you want to book a trial or have further questions, PLEASE visit my website http://www.flawlessbytiffany.com and fill our the "CONTACT" page.
 
THANKS, 
 
Tiffany
 
 
 
 

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$AVE or $PLURGE

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I have so many women ask me what they should splurge on and what they can save on. So today I am going to share my thoughts and tips on what products I think are worth the extra money and what products to buy at the drug store.

Face wash: SAVE
Make sure you choose a cleanser that best suits your skin. I like CETAPHIL. It costs around $7 and lasts a long time. They have pump dispensers that are great for the shower. It will clean your skin without over drying it.

Anti-aging skin care: SPLURGE
Serums, eye creams and moisturizers are so important! Whether you are preventing or correcting, use something that will actually work. In this case you get what you pay for. Go ahead… Treat yourself to an eye cream that will help fight fine lines and dark circles. As many of you know, I am a Kiehl’s girl  and they have awesome skin care products that do what they say they will. Go to a store or counter and ask for a consultation. They will help you choose the right products.

**Tip: If you want to make sure you will love the product before investing the money, ASK FOR SAMPLES! Tell them you want to try it for a few nights to make sure it works with your skin.

Concealer: SPLURGE
If you are like most women you want to hide those dark circles. Buy a good concealer! I love Amazing Concealer. It is $42 for a large size…gulp… BUT when using a good concealer you only use a small amount so it will last awhile!

Foundation: SAVE or SPLURGE
I like L'Oreal's Perfect Match, Bare Minerals Original foundation and Urban Decay's Naked. All are great! So if you are wondering to save or splurge ask for a sample at Ulta or Sephora. You make the call based on what works best for you!

Blush: SAVE
I have been using ELF. They have beautiful colors and only $3-$6! Check your local Target or Walgreen to look at ELF products

Primers: SPLURGE
Get the good stuff. When it comes to long wear and staying power you need the best. For face primer I love Korres Face primer. It helps control oil and keeps makeup on all day. For eye primer I LOVE Urban Decay’s Eyeshadow Primer Potion. Your shadow will not fade, crease or smudge.

Lip Gloss: SAVE
There are so many colors so why not choose an inexpensive brand and get a few? I love ELF and NYC for inexpensive lip products.

Eyeshadow: SPLURGE
When picking an eyeshadow, you need one with great pigments (this is what makes the color vibrant). Head to MAC or Bare Minerals, they both have shadows that I love. If you buy Bare Minerals loose shadows, you may need a little practice to get the hang of it. Also look for kits by Stila or Urban Decay. Kits give you more bang for your buck!

Mascara: SAVE
I have tried $30 mascara and to be honest, I was disappointed. I thought buying a DIOR mascara would make my lashes fabulous, it didn’t! I always go back to my favorite, Voluminous by L'Oreal. I use the waterproof for bridal makeup and the original for everyday.

Lash Enhancers: SPLURGE
I have tried the drug store "lash growers" and, sorry, you will not see a difference. If you want to see longer fuller lashes you have to shell out some dough and buy a product like Latisse. I bought it at my dermatologist and started using it right away. In about 3 months I couldn't believe it, I actually had the long lashes I have been dreaming about! It runs about $100 for a small bottle , but call your dermatologist, sometimes they run specials like BOGO 1/2 off!

I hope this helps the next time you go to buy makeup and skin care products!
Please let me know if you have any questions about products I mentioned or how to use them.

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False lashes?

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Over the past few years I have done many brides and the big debate is whether or not they should wear false lashes. I say YES! There are many pros, hardly any cons and I have answers to the most frequently asked questions. Lashes are a great way to add glamour to a wedding day look. They are painless to apply, inexpensive and last all night! One of the greatest part about wearing lashes is that it makes your eyes really stand out in pictures (and you will feel extra sexy).

Brides always want to know….
Do they hurt or will they irritate my eyes? No. They take only minutes to apply and for the glue to dry. For a few minutes it will feel odd having a foreign object on your lash line, but not long after application you will be used to them and not even remember they are there.
Will they fall off? No. I use a special glue that keeps them in place for more than 12 hours. Many brides have told me that they are still on the following morning (and still look great).
Will they look fake? No way. I have a special technique to apply them, making them look completely natural.
How do they come off? Put some eye makeup remover on a cotton ball and set on eye for 30-60 seconds.This will loosen the glue and make them come off easy.
How do I pick lashes that are right for me? They range from natural to dramatic, so it depends on what kind of look you are going for. If you want a bold look, pick ones that are jet black and and more lashes (close together) on the strip. If you want a natural look, choose ones that are less course and have larger spaces in between each lash.
Do I have to spend a lot of money on them? They range from $3-$20 dollars. MAC cosmetics has beautiful high quality lashes and a wide variety. You can also go to your local drug store and find many for a fraction of the price.

So if you are still debating whether or not to wear false lashes on your wedding day, talk to your makeup artist. Book a trial and ask to do the lashes then. I guarantee that you will love it!

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