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Timing - Communicate well with what time you need to be ready by. This does not mean what time you are leaving to get to your ceremony, you must consider the following- What time is your photographer arriving? Most photographers like an hour for pre ceremony photos. I always aim to have everyone's makeup completed before the photographer arrives. We can always do touch ups and final makeup once the photographer has arrived. When doing a large booking I generally like to apply everyone's lipstick at the very end, that way you can eat and drink throughout the day without ruining your lips. Generally i like to do the brides makeup second last, with so many vendors arriving, messages etc you don't want to feel rushed. Be ready when your makeup artist arrives- showered, teeth brushed, contacts in.

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Touch ups - Have a lipstick for touch ups. You should reapply your lipstick after the ceremony (before photos) and after eating. Make sure your bridal party also have lipsticks to touch up with, for hygiene reasons bridesmaids should all have their own lipstick. Also a compact translucent powder or blotting paper if your skin gets oily during warmer climates. Straws can also be helpful to keep your lippy on your lips and off the champagne flutes!

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In the lead up - Waxing and facials should be done at least 7 days prior to the wedding. Waxing removes the top layer of the skin and makeup will usually not adhere to these areas. Try and control breakouts by avoiding triggers such as excessive alcohol, foods high in processed sugar and late nights in lead up to the big day. Also avoid trying any new skin care within the month prior to the day in case of reaction. Spray tans should be done 2 days prior to the wedding, this allows the colour to look natural and prevents rubbing on your dress.

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What to wear- While getting ready wear clothing that can be unbuttoned or dropped down and not taken off over your head. Wrap style dressing gowns are best. This is also great for your trial, seeing the tone on the arms and chest is helpful in determining all of your skins natural undertones. 

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