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Professional makeup vs DIY

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Kristina, on June 24, 2009 at 1:54 AM

Hey guys, I was wondering if anyone knows the average cost for getting your makeup done professionally? I was thinking of trying to do my makeup myself, but it seems like quality makeup is expensive. So I'm wondering if you add on the fact that a makeup artist would know what they're doing, and that I'd probably never wear makeup I bought myself again, if it would be more worth while to hire one. I don't wear makeup very often, sometimes eyeshadow and maybe lipgloss, so I'm not very good at putting it on. I'm esspiacally terrible at cover up, which seems important for the big day. My bridesmaids also have never really put makeup on anyone else and only one really wears makeup on a regular basis. I'm sure with practise though and watching those instructional videos on youtube I would look alright on my wedding day. So basically, I'm wondering if having a makeup artist would be worth the cost over buying my own makeup, or should I start practising now to get it down for the big day?

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kt · on July 1, 2009 at 4:45 PM
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I'm looking into hiring someone. She charges $50 for the bride and $35/bridesmaid and she comes to you which is great. She also gives a free consultation. I heard that your makeup really needs to be done differently for pictures than what you would normally do and since you're spending so much on a photographer wouldn't you rather spend a little more to know that you will look your best in the pictures? That's my theory, plus the added bonus of not having to worry about it on my wedding day. On a side note, my friend got married last year and had her makeup done professionally for her engagement pictures and did it herself on her wedding day. She looked completely different. I would never tell her but her engagement pictures looked much better than her wedding pictures.
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kdevi · on July 1, 2009 at 8:17 PM
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I wish i could help with info on how to hire, but let me just say: DO NOT DO IT YOURSELF! wedding make application up is not like ordinary makeup application because it is designed to look good on camera etc. i've seen plenty of people get this wrong. this is going to be a day you will remember forever and it's the one day you want to be your most glamorous and beautiful.

good luck with your search
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Angela Lamb · on July 2, 2009 at 5:06 PM
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Highly recommend brides hire a professional. A pro will make it last for the day without putting it on to thick. If anyone wants a list of people we have worked with don't hesitate to contact www.artisticsoup.com
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cindy singer · on July 4, 2009 at 7:29 AM
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Hi Kiristina~

Congratulations!

As a makeup artist I can tell you there are (2) ways to go:
Many makeup artists have a studio location where you can have a makeup lesson and then purchase any products you would need for the big day. For me, there is no charge for the lesson since in most cases your purchase will offset the cost of the lesson. This way you have actual products for your money.....
On the other hand, hiring a makeup artist for the wedding day truly takes the stress off of you and your bridal party....We are trained in application techniques such as traditional application, acne/scar coverage,airbrush foundation, etc; that guarantee that the makeup will last beautifully through the entire day as well as be "photographer ready"....
Many makeup artists like myself offer wedding packages that help make things more affordable....Feel free to to contact me for further information.I also offer free trials to all brides.
www.dylanmichaelcosmetics.com.....
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Marc Burgess · on July 9, 2009 at 3:52 PM
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There's always photoshop!
But, seriously, I'd recommend finding some professional that can work on your budget and do nice work for YOUR big day.
You certainly don't want to have to hassle with your own makeup that day.
Alot of bridesmaids help with makeup, but if they aren't up to par, is it worth cutting corners?
Best of luck!!

Marc Burgess
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