How long does it take to do makeup on the day?
Bridal makeup usually takes 30 - 45 minutes depending upon what you are having carried out i.e. false lashes and tattoo cover. Mums, Nannas and Adult/Teen Bridesmaids usually take 30 minutes and Junior Bridesmaids and flower girls take approximately 15 mins.
Every person and bridal party is different and so full timings will be arranged with you at your booking and again at your makeup trial.
What happens at my Bridal Makeup Trial?
Brides should allow around two hours for your trial and an extra hour per person.
Firstly I will have a chat with you about the style of your dress and any ideas you have about the sort of make up look you want to go for. I will assess your skin type and recommend the Jane Iredale and MAC Pro products to suit your skin. I will then apply your make up exactly as it would be on your wedding day, including false eyelashes if you want those too. Once you are happy with your wedding day look, I record all the products used on a makeup prescription chart and take digital pictures to ensure that I can create the look exactly as you want it on your wedding day.
Which Makeup do you use?
I predominently use Jane Iredale Mineral Cosmetics, MAC Pro and Bobbi Brown. I am a registered Makeup Artist for all 3 companies and I find their products are excellent quality, lovely colours, have little perfume in them and last really well. I have found previously that one brand of cosmetics doesnt suit everyones style and taste hence I use what I believe to be the Top 3!
I have very sensitive skin - will your makeup suit me?
Definitly. At your booking consultation and again at your makeup trial I will have a chat with you about your skin and any problems you have. If you have sensitive skin I will ONLY use Jane Iredale Mineral makeup as my main products and as such you are at much less risk of any complications arising from the application of the makeup however a trial is always recommended to test your suitability to the products as well as testing your look for the day.
I don't usually wear much make up & I just want to go for a natural look. Can you do this?
Yes. Many brides dont wear hevy makeup on a daily basis and so I will take this into account when we meet at your trial. I will also have a chat with you about the look which you are going for on your wedding day along with the style of your dress and wedding.
I would like to try false lashes but I dont want to look as if I am going out.
Most brides like the idea of having full lashes for their wedding day. I offer full strip lashes which are nice if you want to go for a more glamorous look, and individual lashes which can be applied at the corners of your eyes to open them up or used across your full lashes for a fuller look. These look very natural and are easy to apply. You can try these for only £10 at your trial to see if you like the look and if you book them for your wedding they will be free of charge (Bride Only).
Can you do my Wedding Day hair aswell as makeup?
I only do make up and beauty, but I have a very talented bridal hairdresser that I work with if a bride wants the same 'team' to do hair and make up. Providing Julie is also free on your wedding date, we can arrange for you to have a hair and make up trial at the same time, so you can see how the whole effect looks, or separate trials if that suits you better. If you wish to check availability for the hairdresser too, please call Julie Bradshaw on 07866 736 847.
Will I need to buy your makeup to touch up during the day?
No. Your make-up has been applied to last all day*, however I retail all of the Jane Iredale Mineral Cosmetics and MAC Cosmetics and can supply you with any of the products within the current range. *The only part of your makeup which will need to be re-applied is your lipstick/gloss.
I also sell sample sizes of the Jane Iredale mineral foundation and lipstick if you want to purchase a small touch up kit.
Alternatively, if you wish me to stay at your wedding throughout the day and change your makeup in the evening, then this is possible too.
How much experience do you have?
I have over 15 years experience of being a Mobile Make-up Artist and over 9 years experience as a fully qualified Beauty Therapist and am a fully recognised member of The Guild of Beauty Therapists & HABIA.
The aren’t many pictures on a portfolio page, why is this?
Unfortunately I am limited as to the number of photos which I can upload into my portfolio slideshow and so I try to keep it as current and upto date as possible. My full portfolio is on my iPad which I bring along to FREE consultations and trials so you can see examples of my work and also gain ideas for your own makeup.
How do I book you?