-Jill Raposo
1. Clean face:
Try your best to come to your makeup trial with a clean face. If you're coming from somewhere your artist can always use a makeup remover wipe to cleanse your skin but nothing is better than a good thorough cleansing in the sink. That way you aren't super oily and don't have any residue left over from prior makeup. If the skin isn't cleansed properly your makeup can often appear blotchy and greasy. It is also important to remove any waterproof mascara or liner completely. If there is left over mascara on your lashes, chances are you won't get the full effect of the mascara your artist is using. It can be very difficult for the artist to scrub at your eyes to get it off and the last thing we want before applying makeup is irritation to the skin.
2. Have an idea or color scheme in mind:
Although it is flattering when someone says "do whatever you think" it can be a bit overwhelming to the artist. If you have it narrowed down to at least a color scheme it can help big time. Example: grey smokey eye, natural pink tone, warm brown tones, etc.
3. Know your terms:
Cat eye: I can't tell you how many people have asked for a "cat eye" and then at the end have said "I don't like that little wing thing you made at the end of my eyes". That my friend, is indeed a cat eye.
Smokey eye: A very dramatic look! Many people ask for a smokey eye and then often say it's not as natural as they envisioned. There's nothing natural about a "traditional" smokey eye ladies. If you're looking for a natural look with a little bit of an impact you might want to say, slightly smokey.
Matte vs. Shimmer: A matte shadow is something with no shine or shimmer. This is important to know when choosing your look because by just telling your artist "grey" it could be one thing in your mind and another in the artists.
Shimmer
Matte
4. Bring a picture with a clear vision and be realistic:
We love pictures! Pictures can cut down the whole process of figuring out what you have in mind by far. Often times people bring pictures of celebrities they want to look like, but you can't see the makeup!! Example: Down below is a picture of Juliane Hough, gorgeous! right!? Anyways... I constantly get pictures like this where to me, it just looks like a nice set of lashes and a lip color. Even though that's all Juliana may need to look flawless due to her stunning eye color and skin, it may translate differently on a client.
It is much easier for the artist to have a picture with a clear vision, such as the one below.
5. Don't be afraid to speak your mind!
I myself had my makeup done for my wedding, didn't speak up to the artist then went home and washed it off. Please don't do that. We do not take ANY offense to any changes you'd like to make or if you don't like something. We want you to feel confident and more gorgeous than you ever imagined and we will work with you until we achieve that. However, you're makeup trial is a 1 hour appointment so the more preparation you do in advance the more you will get out of your appointment.
If this all seems overwhelming to you NO WORRIES! If you aren't prepared and have NO IDEA we will go through a series of questions and swatches with you until we find the perfect look :)
2. Have an idea or color scheme in mind:
Although it is flattering when someone says "do whatever you think" it can be a bit overwhelming to the artist. If you have it narrowed down to at least a color scheme it can help big time. Example: grey smokey eye, natural pink tone, warm brown tones, etc.
Cat eye: I can't tell you how many people have asked for a "cat eye" and then at the end have said "I don't like that little wing thing you made at the end of my eyes". That my friend, is indeed a cat eye.
Smokey eye: A very dramatic look! Many people ask for a smokey eye and then often say it's not as natural as they envisioned. There's nothing natural about a "traditional" smokey eye ladies. If you're looking for a natural look with a little bit of an impact you might want to say, slightly smokey.
Matte vs. Shimmer: A matte shadow is something with no shine or shimmer. This is important to know when choosing your look because by just telling your artist "grey" it could be one thing in your mind and another in the artists.
Shimmer
Matte
4. Bring a picture with a clear vision and be realistic:
We love pictures! Pictures can cut down the whole process of figuring out what you have in mind by far. Often times people bring pictures of celebrities they want to look like, but you can't see the makeup!! Example: Down below is a picture of Juliane Hough, gorgeous! right!? Anyways... I constantly get pictures like this where to me, it just looks like a nice set of lashes and a lip color. Even though that's all Juliana may need to look flawless due to her stunning eye color and skin, it may translate differently on a client.
It is much easier for the artist to have a picture with a clear vision, such as the one below.
5. Don't be afraid to speak your mind!
I myself had my makeup done for my wedding, didn't speak up to the artist then went home and washed it off. Please don't do that. We do not take ANY offense to any changes you'd like to make or if you don't like something. We want you to feel confident and more gorgeous than you ever imagined and we will work with you until we achieve that. However, you're makeup trial is a 1 hour appointment so the more preparation you do in advance the more you will get out of your appointment.
If this all seems overwhelming to you NO WORRIES! If you aren't prepared and have NO IDEA we will go through a series of questions and swatches with you until we find the perfect look :)
Great info!!
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