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Foundation
While researching bridal makeup, you will constantly hear that less is more. This is SO TRUE in the editing world! When testing foundations, choose something sheer and light. This will have the tendency to allow your natural skin color to show through, and thus blend better with the makeup, creating a flawless-but-natural finish that will minimize the need for color adjustments. A good way to see what your foundation will look like is to stand outside in the bright sunlight and have someone snap a picture. If your foundation looks good here, you can guarantee it will look good in any light. One example of a foundation that is light but still provides sufficient coverage is Bare Essentials Mineral Foundation. You can find it at any Ulta, and if it's not during a holiday season, an Ulta makeup artist will do your makeup as a trial for free! If you do get Bare Essentials, DO NOT SKIP THE PRIMER. This is the part that takes the makeup from being a sheer powder and gives it staying power.
Blemishes
If you have a zit, please, please, please cover it up. Don't overdo it, and make it look like a mound of dried makeup caked to your face, but do dab a bit of concealer or powder onto it to minimize the redness.
Eyes
One of the biggest parts of cosmetic editing is in the eye area. Changing someone's eyes can make such dramatic differences that it's worth it to take extra care in applying your makeup. If you aren't using an eye cream, start now. The skin around your eyes is very tender and prone to aging if you don't handle it with care. This scares some brides away from using makeup under their eyes at all, but remember, if you do it in moderation, and careful application, you can create a flawless wedding day look while preserving your skin. When applying makeup, don't pull or rub under your eyes. Simply dab makeup in desired areas to cover your circles. Do not use a powder under your eyes unless you use it very sparingly. Powder can cake on and cause the area to appear dryer, emphasizing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Cream-based cover up is best. Be sure to find one which doesn't gather in your creases. Revlon Colorstay Cover up is a good choice.
An eye area most brides to not think about is the inner portion, right beside your nose. Apply cover up here, as well, to eliminate any darkness. This will take five years off of your face!!
A common eye makeup trick is to sweep a shimmery white shadow under the brow line to draw the attention upwards, and brighten your eyes.
Want that extra glimmer in your eye? Carry a bottle of eye drops with you, and use some just before your portraits!
Teeth
White teeth make a huge difference in your wedding pictures! If you have tried Crest Whitening Strips, and they don't work, ask your dentist if they provide the Professional Strength. It isn't as costly or time consuming as professional whitening, but for 50 dollars, you get a bright white smile in a matter of weeks! When choosing lipstick for the big day, try to stick with blue undertones. Yellow undertones make the teeth appear yellow-- sometimes even if they are not!
Lips
Gloss, gloss, gloss!!! Don't slop on so much that you can't seal the deal and greet your guests without leaving your mark, but do give some to your Maid of Honor to keep handy for portrait time. Dab a little onto the middle of your lips, to create the illusion of shine. If your lips are dry, don't hesitate to use chapstick, and then a little bit of gloss on the center.
Hair
So many brides get trapped in the curls-are-us net: curls loaded with hairspray and fresh off the iron. If you want to go for a natural, feminine look, make sure your stylist pulls the curls apart, to loosen them up a bit. There is nothing wrong with using hairspray, but it's best used once the style you desire is created...not before. Soft, feminine curls or waves are beautiful...even magical...on any bride!
Small, simple tricks like these take less time, but you'll get a great look, both on camera and off.
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