How to Choose a Wedding Makeup Artist – A Step by Step Guide
Choosing a Wedding Makeup Artist can be overwhelming.
No idea what to look for? This step-by-step article will have you up to speed in no time flat.
Step One: Get Clear on What You Want.
In order for you to choose the best artist for your needs, you first need to have a firm grasp on what those needs actually are. Take some time and get clarity on the following so you can communicate exactly what you are looking for when searching for your ideal makeup artist.
- Set your budget. Wedding makeup typically runs from $75 – $150 per person. Consider that you get what you pay for, and that this is arguably the most important beauty day of your life, and choose accordingly. Remember, if a price seems too good to be true, it probably is.
- Choose your Wedding theme. Many brides now choose to have an overall theme for their wedding, such as a Gatsby, Country or Peacock inspired theme. The theme will influence everything from your decorations to your invitations, so it certainly could influence the makeup look that you choose. A word of advice? Avoid taking the theme too literally when it comes to your bridal look. It is valuable for you to share your theme because a talented Makeup Artist will know how to bring subtle and tasteful elements of your theme into your Bridal look, while keeping it elegant and true to you.
- Choose your Wedding colors. It can be beautiful and fun to bring elements from your wedding colors into your Bridal look. Going with plum and silver colors? You could consider a deep plum lip with subtle silver shimmer in your eyeshadow. These little details separate the amateurs from the pros and go a long way in tying your wedding styling together.
- Have a decent idea of what you’re looking for. Sometimes a picture is worth a thousand words, especially in the beauty world where something as simple as “Smokey eye” can be very open to interpretation. Having a selection of photos of looks that you are drawn to can be very helpful when describing what you are after and making sure the communication is clear between you and your artist.
Step Two: Make Sure you Feel Confident and Gorgeous.
When it comes to the important beauty moments in your life, most people would agree that your Wedding Day is one of the most memorable. This is not the time to get experimental, Gorgeous. You want to choose a look that will feel comfortable, because when you feel comfortable in your skin your beauty will shine bright and beautiful all night long.
Don’t push yourself outside of your comfort zone. Resist the urge to go for the extreme contouring and double cut crease if your every day look is more about natural lip gloss and mascara. This is a day where you want to feel completely confident, and it will show on your face and in your photos if you are having the beauty-buyer’s-remorse.
Remember to choose classic beauty over trends. In most cases, wedding photos get passed down for generations, becoming treasured heirlooms. You want your future family members to notice how elegant and beautiful you looked, not how bright blue your eye shadow was.
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Step Three: Do your research, Gorgeous!
Your Wedding makeup is an investment; make sure that you choose a reputable artist with excellent reviews. Read the testimonials and feedback from their previous clients so you have an idea of what working with the artist is like and if their clients were thrilled with their experiences.
Take a moment to view their past work. An experienced Make Up Artist will have a portfolio brimming with examples of their previous work and will be excited to share it with you. Every artist has a unique touch and this is the best way to get a feel for what to expect from them when it comes to your wedding makeup.
Read their bios and get a feel for the artists – do you like their vibe? This person will be with you, helping to ground and prepare you for one of the most important days of your life! Choose someone that you get a great feeling from, and that you will enjoy spending time with on the morning of your Wedding.
Are they equipped to handle different skin tones, face shapes and styles? Your wedding party will likely contain an assortment of different skin types and tones, face shapes and beauty needs. Make sure the artist you choose isn’t a one-trick-pony, and that they are confident and equipped to beautify everyone in your Bridal party.
Step Four: Get in Touch!
Once you have narrowed down your choices, it’s time to request some quotes.
Write an email and let them know what you are looking for. Include how many people will require services, the date, time and location of your services, and ask for some pricing. If you haven’t already had a chance to view their work, definitely ask for a link to their portfolio and if they have reviews to share with you as well.
You can learn a lot about a business by the way they respond to your inquiries. Is their response prompt, professional, and polite? Chances are their makeup services will be, too. Rudeness, incomplete answers or a late response are red flags that this person is not going to treat you or your Wedding Day with the respect they deserve. On the other hand, someone who pays attention to detail and takes the time to thoroughly answer all of your questions is likely going to give you the same courtesy and attention to detail when applying your makeup.
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Step Five: Book a Trial.
Booking a Bridal trial is highly recommended, and even mandatory for many quality artists. Your Wedding Day is no time for surprises. You want to know exactly what to expect when it comes to your Bridal look, and a trial is the best way to accomplish this.
Having a Bridal trial can help you ensure that you genuinely like the Artist you are considering hiring. It gives you a chance to check out the products they use in their kit, and to make sure that everything is kept sanitary. Makeup artists work with your eyes, lips and skin. Make sure you choose someone who understands proper sanitation and hygiene.
This Bridal trial is also a great opportunity to make sure you like their style of application. No two artists will apply makeup exactly the same way, so you want to make sure you choose a pro who will deliver the results you desire.
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Step Six: Get it in Writing.
Once you have chosen your Makeup artist and set up a trial date, it’s time to request a contract.
Having all the details and expectations in writing protects both of you and ensures that your Wedding Makeup services go smoothly and without a hitch. Read it thoroughly, sign it and return it. After all, you will have many other things to look after and knowing that your Bridal makeup is locked down will help you feel relaxed and in control.
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That concludes our step by step guide to choosing a Wedding makeup artist!
If you follow the steps laid out in this list you will have no problem finding and choosing the perfect Wedding Makeup Artist for your special day.
I hope you found the information useful, and if you’d like to learn more about our services here at Beauty With Soul please feel free to check out our portfolio and testimonials and contact us for a quote today.
Stay Blessed!
Krystle Ash
Master Artist and Director,
Beauty With Soul