They Should Listen: Sure, they are the experts but the fact of the matter is that it’s your wedding. Their job is to make sure that what you want looks the best it possibly could. When you begin your search for a bridal makeup artist tell them what you are looking for and see how they respond. If they aren’t thrilled with what you want and demand the upper hand, look for someone who understands your style.

Look at Previous Work: Previous work is one of the best ways to become clear about a makeup artist’s talent. Most will have a portfolio or website with pictures of past clients and previouse bridal makeup applications. If you’re less than thrilled or don’t like their style keep searching for someone who meets your standards.

Bring Pictures: It’s highly likely you have been flipping through wedding magazine to help you find out what you want on your wedding day and that includes what you want your bridal makeup to look like. If you find a particular style, color, or look that you are absolutely in love with, cut the picture out and bring it with you. Your wedding makeup artist will thank you for the example and you’ll find it much easier to get what you want when you come prepared with a visual.

Nothing but the Best: Your paying to have your bridal makeup done professionally and therefore should expect professional makeup or at least that of good quality. You want to make sure that your mascara makes it through your tears of joy. Ask your makeup artist about the products they use on their brides.

Insist on a Dry Run Appointment: Weddings take a great deal of practice and planning and that includes your appearance. You probably looked at tons of dresses, flowers, and cakes before you made a decision. Make sure the makeup artist you choose will set up a prior appointment to figure out what will look best for your wedding day. The last thing you want to do is go in blindly the day of your wedding and come out with bridal makeup you hate.

Let Them Know If You Don’t Like It: Having your bridal makeup done professionally is one way to be sure you look your best on your wedding day. Since you are paying to have it done you have every right to like the way you look. If you don’t like the way your eyes came out or aren’t a fan of that particular shade of lipstick, let the makeup artist know. This is your big day and you should be one hundred percent satisfied with the way you look after you leave their chair.

- Jennifer Wasilewski

Hiring a makeup artist to apply your wedding day makeup will help complete your look. You spent a lot of time picking out the perfect dress and accessories. Bridal makeup artists are trained to not only find colours that look good on you, but to find a look that compliments the style of your wedding dress. If your dress is romantic, for example, you may opt for a softer look. If your dress is modern or unconventional, you’ll probably want a bridal makeup style that will fit the same description.

Makeup artists also understand how different factors can affect your look such as lighting and how you appear in photographs. How many times have you seen pictures of brides whose makeup didn’t look quite right? Maybe they had dark spots under their eyes, or their skin tone looked uneven. Chances are, the person who did their bridal makeup didn’t understand how the colours they chose would come out on film. A trained bridal makeup artist takes these factors into account.

Professionals also help you save time in the morning. On your wedding day, you may be excited, emotional, or too nervous to apply your own makeup. Having a professional makeup artist apply your wedding makeup is a good time for the bride to relax. Makeup artists also use professional products and techniques that will help your makeup stay fresh and beautiful throughout your special day.

There are several advantages to hiring a bridal makeup artist for your wedding day. They will create a polished look that will compliment the style of your dress and your personal taste. Professional makeup artists understand how things like lighting and photography affect your makeup and will choose products and techniques that will enhance your bridal beauty. Also, they help eliminate stress and help you achieve the appropriate bridal makeup for your wedding ceremony. In addition their techniques create a look that will stay fresh and last throughout the day and evening.

- Salley Lopaz

Drink plenty of water to remain hydrated, get monthly facials prior to the wedding date, and establish a routine to cleanse, tone, and moisturize. Give time between your last facial and the day of your wedding so that your skin will be replenished and there will be no chance of irritation. For your eye area look around to find a good eye cream and use cucumber pieces as a mini eye mask.

Exercise will not only help tone and shape your body, but it will promote your skins natural healthy glow.

When it comes to your special day, review the bridal makeup you desire with your bridal makeup artist until you have achieved your desired look. Having good communication with your bridal makeup artist, will promote a fun and enjoyable atmosphere on your wedding day.

- Negar Hooshmand