Serving gorgeous looks at your special event may look easy but there are a lot of preparations to consider for you and your stylist. Read below some guidelines to remember to make your makeup a nice experience.
• Please think about the kind of makeup look you have in mind, if you’re not sure let me know so we can start planning together! You can find inspiration on Instagram, Pinterest and Google as well as my online portfolio
• Please look after your skin.
• Please do not start any new treatments on your face within a month of your big day
• Please understand that most foundations will emphasise spots, pimples, millia and acne scarring. I highly recommend a trip to a dermatologist as soon as you can before your big day to put in a action plan on how to get your skin in the best condition possible for your big day. Your face is a canvas afterall, the better the canvas the better your final look
• Please ensure it is just you and I in the treatment room, lots of people in and out can cause disruption, delay and in some cases extra anxiety for you. I want this to be as stress free as possible for you
• Please ensure the room has good natural light and space for me to set up my kit. For early morning bookings where there isn’t natural light I will bring my own professional lighting kit, please ensure there are plug points that are accessible for the lights
• In the lead up to your big day drink as much water as you can to clear your body of toxins
• Don’t forget to exfoliate your lips too. Some sugar mixed in honey or coconut oil does the job well. Lipsticks apply better on hydrated lips and can last longer too!
• Ensure your brows are tidy and facial hair has been removed for the best makeup results
• Drink a tall glass of water 30mins before your treatment begins
• On the day, please wear your bridal top before your hair and makeup treatment begin.
• On the day of your treatment do not use any products on your face, just wash your face as usual and ensure any glue, mascara, eye makeup is completely removed from your eyes and your face is completely bare ready for your luxury makeup treatment. I will prep your skin as required before your makeup application.
• Be honest with your artist! If there’s something you don’t like or want to change or add feel confident to just say so. I will do my best to realise your vision and give you a look you will love and feel comfortable in. Your happiness is my absolute priority.
Bridal Hair & Makeup Artist: Sofia Shakir 
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