10 Essential Questions To Ask Your Bridal Makeup Artist
Your wedding makeup is a vital component in completing your wedding day look. So, what are the essential questions to ask your bridal makeup artist before you decide to book them for you big day?
In our blog we explore 10 questions that you should be asking in order to make sure your makeup is perfect on your wedding day.
1) Do you specialise in bridal makeup?
Bridal makeup artists possess a different set of skills from other types of makeup artist. Although a professional should be able to do wedding makeup, for the best results you should look for an artist that specialises in bridal makeup.
An artist that specialises in wedding makeup will have a wealth of experience in working with brides to create the perfect wedding day look. This gives them a competitive advantage and ensures you have a better chance of creating a flawless, natural look throughout your day and in photos.
2) Are you available on my wedding date?
Bridal artists will often work on a freelance basis managing their own schedule. It is important to ensure that they are available for your chosen wedding date. Ask early to understand whether they are free or have any preliminary commitments. If your chosen artist can not fully commit to your date it may be worth finding another option.
It is important to bear in mind that during peak wedding season bridal artists may be booked up months in advance. Try securing your artist with plenty of time before the big day is due to happen.
3) Can you travel to my wedding location?
It is important to understand whether your chosen makeup artist will be able to travel to your wedding venue or the place you decide to get ready. If you find the perfect artist that lives to far away it is unfortunately not a feasible way forward. Your wedding day is already stressful, and you do not need the worry of your wedding makeup artist not be able to get to your location on top of that.
There are plenty of wonderful local suppliers that will be able to work with you, without the need to travel to far.
4) How much do you cost and what does it include?
Every wedding makeup artist will charge different amounts for the services they provide. This may be down to experience they have or the specific services they provide during the days work. Your goal should be to ask questions to your bridal makeup artist that give you a full understanding of the price you will have to pay to have them for your wedding day. Once you understand the price, you should focus on exactly what services are included in the total cost.
Even if a makeup artist seems expensive, the package they offer could include much more than another quote you have received. Work out what fits into your budget and the number of extras you need on the day.
5) Can I book a wedding makeup trial appointment?
Some artists offer the option of booking a makeup wedding trial appointment. For some brides this is the perfect way to perfect their wedding day look before the actual day.
If you are interested in having a trial, ask the question. If your artist can facilitate a trial, you should then understand the amount this will cost and the process that will follow. Will they come to you? Will you use the same makeup as your wedding day?
6) How do I prepare for the big day?
You want to ensure your wedding day look is flawless. If you ask your artist how you can prepare for your wedding day you will give you self the best chance of creating this look. Preparation may include a schedule leading up to the big day including skin care, facials, and spot remedies.
7) How long will the process take on the day?
This question is especially important in helping you plan your wedding day. Understanding the amount of time your artist will need to complete your makeup will allow you to plan the rest of your wedding day. You will have other essential task such as sorting your hair, putting on your dress and sharing a glass of bubbly with your bridal party!
8) What makeup brands do you use?
Asking what makeup brands will be used will give you a better understanding of whether the makeup will be compatible with your skin. If you have used makeup all your life you know what brands do not work well for you.
If your skin is sensitive, it may be worth asking to use your personal makeup collection. This will make sure you do not have a flare up on the day. Ask your artist if they have used this brand in the past and whether they are confident in working with it.
9) Are you able to do my bridal party’s make up as well?
If you are looking to include your bridal party in your makeup plans, ask to comprehend whether your artist could cope with additional work on the big day. Be sure to find out the maximum number that can be facilitated.
It is also worth asking if they are working alone of if they have any assistance. If they have a team supporting them it is more likely they will be able to also do your bridal party without being rushed and lowering the quality.
10) Do you have portfolio of bridal makeup photos that you have done in the past and can I contact them for a reference?
Any good bridal makeup artist will have a portfolio of work that they have completed in the past. Whether this is a hard copy in a book or online on a website or social media account. Look through their past work to understand if their style is what you are looking for.
You can also ask if you can contact their previous clients for a reference. If they are performing a high standard of work this should not be a problem.