Your wedding day is one of the most special moments in your life, and your makeup should make you feel beautiful, confident, and, most importantly, yourself. With so many bridal trends and styles out there, it’s easy to get overwhelmed. But the best advice I can give you is — stay true to you!
Wedding makeup isn’t about trying a completely new look just because it’s bridal makeup or because a professional is doing it. Your makeup should highlight your natural beauty and the features you love about yourself. If you usually go for a soft, natural look, your bridal makeup can be that but with a little extra glow and glam to make you shine on your big day.
Remember, your wedding photos will be cherished forever — so it’s important that you look and feel like you. When you’re comfortable in your skin, your true glow will shine through.
Start gathering pictures of bridal makeup looks you like. This helps your makeup artist understand your style better. Make a bridal mood board with images that inspire you, especially from real brides with similar skin tone, hair color, and features as yours.
Avoid Pinterest images too much — many are heavily edited or AI-generated and don’t show real skin texture or fine details. Look for real photos, ideally from professional makeup artists, to get an honest idea of what you can expect.
Great makeup starts with great skin! If your skin is dry or flaky, makeup won’t sit well or look smooth. Before your trial and wedding day:
Taking care of your skin is also a great way to relax and have some ‘me time’ during the busy wedding planning days.
Wear a blouse or dress with a neckline similar to your wedding outfit during your makeup trial. Style your hair the way you plan for your wedding — whether that’s a braid, bun, half up half down, or loose curls. This way, you can see the complete look and make sure everything matches beautifully.
If you plan to have a spray tan or sun-kissed glow for your wedding, get the tan before your makeup trial. Makeup looks different on lighter and darker skin tones, so matching your trial look to your wedding-day skin tone helps avoid surprises.
Avoid doing major beauty treatments like waxing, eyebrow threading, or tinting the day before your trial or wedding. These can cause redness or irritation, making it hard to apply makeup well.
Also, if you’re planning to get semi-permanent lashes (like LVL), avoid doing them just before your wedding. Fresh treatments can make your eyes sensitive, and some lash styles may not work well with false lashes.
Finally, avoid fake tanning your face, especially close to your trial or wedding. It can look patchy or cause uneven color, especially if combined with brow tinting.
Your bridal makeup trial is a fun and exciting time to meet your makeup artist, share your ideas, and create your perfect bridal look. It’s not just about the makeup — it’s about building a relationship with someone who will help you feel your absolute best on your wedding day.
Remember, your trial makeup isn’t set in stone! You can tweak and adjust the look until your big day — your comfort and happiness are the priority.
Thank you for reading! I hope these tips help you feel confident and radiant as you prepare for your wedding day.
With love,
Haripriya Jayachandran
