How did you pick your Mua?

I also found this difficult, especially as some MUAs use editing, so it's hard to tell what their actual work looks like.

Would you consider sharing the instagram links of your top few? Makeup is a HUGE hobby of mine and I had some elements I looked for specifically, but it can be hard to articulate what they are without examples, although I'd be happy to offer a second opinion on your options, if you think it would be helpful?

Also, maybe share what elements are most important to you - do you want light, fresh, and 'you without makeup but better'? Full-on instagram contour? Retro? Glamorous? Maybe share your inspiration pics too to help me understand the brief?

For me personally it was really easy to choose. I chose the MUA who does my makeup for everything. A few years ago, I made a post on social media for recommendations and her name came up alot. I looked through her portfolio and she did my makeup for a night out. It was absolutely flawless, ever since then I have been going to her for years.

I had an easy experience picking mine. I knew I wanted someone close to our venue (which is 2 hours away from our hometown), that way I wouldn't have to spend a lot on a travel fee. I just did a quick google search and pulled up all of the ones near our venue, and compared prices, packages, and looked them up on social media to look at photos and reviews.

I ended up calling them and booking my hair and MUA the same week, and will give them a call in a few months to schedule my trial!