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My friend did her own makeup and it turned out great!
I am not a makeup person, I have no idea how to put it on, and therefore I got mine professionally done. I was also using my wedding as an excuse to be pampered.
I think you can totally, do it! I plan on it. If you need ideas or application tips, you can always youtube it!
I did my own makeup and I was completely pleased with it. I did purchase a lot of new things, but I needed them anyways, and I am still using all of the products. I practiced every chance I got in the months before the wedding.
I actually really don't like the way I look when someone else does my makeup. So it was cheaper to do my own, and I think looked better and more "me" than a professional application.
I did my own makeup and just got my pictures back - it looks great on camera! - so I say go for it!! I never wear face makeup, so I just used primer (to control shine and give me an even look), concealer, and blusher, then did my eyes and lips. My photographer warned me in advance that the three things you need to focus on are: (1) mascara - wear lots, and use an eyelash curler; (2) cheeks - make sure you wear blush so that your cheekbones stand out and you have a healthy glow, and (3) lips - she recommended wearing lipstick just a tad darker than everyday so that it would show up nicely in photos.
I did my own makeup using some tips i found on youtube. I used some products I usually don't use, like an eyebrow pencil, primer, and fake lashes. I don't think I ended up looking washed out in the pics at all. Like pp said, definately practice before hand, and take pictures of yourself inside AND outside so that you can see what you'll look like in different lighting. Other than that, my suggestion would be to apply everything a little heavier than usual so it stands out. I ended up spending about $100 on extra products, so it was still kind of expensive... but I still have all those products to keep using.
I did my own make-up and loved how it turned out!
I have always liked the way that I did my make-up best but I went to a free consultation at Sephora to get them to show me how to put on fake eyelashes and they also taught me some new techniques.
I was really happy with my make-up on the day of. Just give yourself lots of time to make it perfect!
I'm doing my own make up too. I did my own for my bridals and it came out good on camera! The only think I think ill do different than my bridals is wear fake eyelashes
I did the make up for a friends wedding. I am not a professional, although I have gotten some training while working at a Sephora for 3 years.
I HIGHLY suggest doing some trial runs and doing it yourself! I feel like it's the best way to acheive a look that is ALL you on your big day. If you have the skills to feel like you'll look your best, of course- which I'm sure you do since you mentioned being complimented and asked for tips!
I'd recommend trying some photo finish make-up like Make Up Forever or Smashbox, so your foundation doesn't wash out. Also, always keep some powder and gloss and you should be good to go :) And like @FutureMrs.Martin said, falsh eyelashes are recommended as well! They give an instant glam look. The corners are easiest to apply and the most natural looking.
Thanks for the tips, bees! I am definitely going to start practicing with false eyelashes.
Would anyone suggest maybe a trial run at Sephora so they can kind of helpe w/product? I am usually not a fan of primer, but that could be because I haven't found the right one for me.
@kiddosc: Congrats on the nuptials! You look very pretty!
I did my own make-up litterally 10 minutes before I walked down the aisle! I was so busy with everything else I forgot to put on makeup! I think it still turned out great though! My husband still thought I was beautiful! Your hubby wont notice if it is professional or not. He will still think your the most beutiful girl ever that day!!! =)
@Birdie Love: Trial runs at Sephora are a great idea! Ask for a Color Expert (as some cast members are more experienced with Fragrance or Skincare)
As for primer- it's really hard finding a good one. I know it was for me, since I have combo skin! The one I feel works best for me is NARS Primer. I know I suggested Smashbox for foundation, but their primer is way too heavy and slick for me. NARS' consistency is like a light lotion but really smooths and keeps color looking true all day!
Also, for eyelids, I use the Too Faced eyeshadow primer! Urban Decay makes a good one too :)
PS: The NARS Primer is also awesome because it's easy to apply (with your fingers) and you'll love using it on the daily!
I got lucky in that one of my childhood friends on a top make-up artist in the area so, cost for my make-up? $0! If he hadn't offered to do it for free I would have done it myself.
I'm not a big makeup wearer in general, so I did my own and don't regret it. I used Bare Minerals, which I really recommend. I tend to get shiny but I didn't have any shine even in the picutres from the end of the night after I had been dancing. I know some people say you can get a white cast from the minerals reflecting the camera flash, but I didn't have this problem. I think it just depends on your individual skin and maybe how heavily you applied the makeup. In addition to that, I did mascara, eyeshadow, and that was it. I didn't want to look like a different person on my wedding day, definitely recommend it! Just take some test photos of a trial run at home before the big day to make sure it'll photograph ok!
Glad to read these comments as I've been thinking about this only today. My friend had hers done professionaly and she looked great. I said to my Mum about it today and she offered to do it. She used to work on a make-up counter when she left school. I think i'll let her have a go and see what it looks like.
I did mine because I don't like the way most MUA do my makeup.
Definitely use fake lashes. They're a must to make your eyes pop. Also if you don't already have some invest in some professional grade primer and powder to set it (Make Up Forever is a good brand). Even though it may end up costing you a bit more then you'd pay for your everyday makeup - you can continue to use it after the wedding so you get more for your money than paying for a single makeup application.
I plan to do my own makeup. Ever since I took notes from Miss.Rainbow (mostly part 1 more than part 2), I can apply my foundation in a way that will stay on ALL day. I use the cetaphil, monatat chafing gel, and my clinique superbalanced foundation to make my mix and set it with my clinique translucent powder. It's amazing what you tutorial did for my makup life. I can't imagine having anybody else do my makeup now that I know how to do it myself and know it will stay for the whole day.
http://www.weddingbee.com/2010/01/23/ace-your-face-pt-1/
http://www.weddingbee.com/2010/01/28/ace-your-face-pt-2-contouring/
@doxiedoll: I use the same shadow primer by Too Faced. It's *the* best!! "Color Expert"...I'll be sure to specify when I call.
@soon2bMrs: You look so pretty! And congrats to you!
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I am trying to cut costs as much as I can for the wedding. I'm thinking *maybe* I can do my own makeup. I do a pretty good job of applying my own makeup, often get compliments on my techniques and friends will ask me to do their makeup and/or for tips.
With that said...I don't want to look like a washed out mess that day, especially since we are shelling out the money for a professional photographer.
I was wondering if any of the bees have done their own makeup for their wedding and how did it turn out vs. having a professional.