Let’s discuss some great makeup tricks for your glamorous Orlando wedding day. It is well known here in Central Florida that our weather can interfere with wedding day makeup plans. The popularity of exchanging vows outdoors is as popular as ever.
It is especially a great choice right here in Central Florida with our amazing weather. Our outdoor venues include tourist attractions from Walt Disney World to Universal Studios.
Because we have high humidity here in our fair city, hair and makeup can be adversely affected quickly. We suggest that destination wedding couples consider hiring local hair and makeup artists. They understand the climate and will use the appropriate products which work best in warmer weather.
DIY makeup, start with a fresh, clean face:
For those of you that are planning on doing your own makeup, it is a great idea to use a toner or a facial cleanser to wash and prepare your face for the day. This will rid your face of dead skin, dirt or any makeup residues left from the other makeup. Next, moisturize your face with your favorite moisturizer. This goes a long way to prevent your makeup from drying on your skin and decreases large pores, wrinkles, and lines. Your finished look will be long-lasting, through dancing and the wedding events to come.
Getting started with sunscreen:
The first thing to consider for an outdoor Orlando wedding is, of course, using sun protection. Sunscreen will protect your vulnerable skin against the UV rays from our hot Florida sun. Your sunscreen will also help to keep your makeup in place all day as you go through the festivities.
The best choice for sunscreen on your Florida wedding day is an oil-absorbing sunscreen such as the following list of choices:
Skin Ceuticals (SPF 50 Matte finish)
Vanicream (for sensitive skin, water-resistant)
Clinique sunscreen (oil-free 40 SPF)
Glossier (for darker skin tones)
Bare Republic (Mineral Sunscreen)
Using a primer to prevent meltdown:
The primer, like your sunscreen, should be oil-free. It must also be sweat-proof to protect your beautiful finish from the elements. Most makeup counters at any shopping center will allow you to try different types of primer to see what is best for your skin type.
Choosing the right makeup:
Once your skin has been correctly prepped using your sunscreen and primer, you’ll be ready to add your foundation makeup. If you are the type of bride that prefers to do her own makeup, make sure you do a few trials to find your best look. The right makeup will make a huge difference in your wedding photographs so preparing ahead will ensure your wedding day pictures are perfect. For staying power, as you finish your makeup, you could also add a light layer of translucent powder. You are ready to smile for the camera.
We recommend that you consider a trial wedding makeover. This will help to choose the perfect products to use on the wedding day. Many retail stores offer a makeup session and you can also find makeup artists online who will help you get ready for the big event.
The lips on the wedding day:
Today’s bride leans toward using a lip stain rather than lip gloss. A lip stain will not need constant retouching and believe me, you won’t have time to continually re-apply your lipstick at the wedding. Another great advantage of using lip stain is that you won’t have to worry about your lipstick getting all over your new husband’s clothing. This year the color chosen by most brides is a soft coral or pink.
What about eye makeup?
Using eye shadow will add dimension and depth to the bride’s eyes. Eye shadow can also complement the eye color, helping the eyes to appear larger. If you use a very thick and creamy eye shadow you may find it will crease, and melt in the Florida sunshine. You will find that layering your eye shadow will help it last in the heat.
If you have a tendency to cry at weddings, you can use a powder finish eye shadow and choose waterproof liquid liner to stop the dark circles from appearing in the photos. We suggest that you choose a lighter color of eye shadow for hotter outdoor venues. Lighter, neutral colors often do better in hotter climates.
Conclusion : Hair and makeup on the wedding day:
On your wedding day, there will be loads of pictures taken. Both the bride and the groom will need to be well-coiffed and looking great for the photographer. Photos normally start as the bride is dressing and when the groomsmen arrive.
It continues throughout the day and sometimes into the evening hours. Your hair and makeup must last throughout the ceremony and the reception. This is why is so important to arrange a trial run with the hairstylist and the makeup artist.
It is a good idea to schedule trial runs at least a month before the big day. You won’t have to worry about being dissatisfied with your hairstyle on the wedding day. Another reason to do this is to calculate the time needed for this service.
Remember also that if your hair is long it will take longer to complete the hairstyle. Also, additional time will need to be scheduled for others in the wedding party getting their hair and makeup done. Trial runs can determine the time needed and help the wedding day go smoothly.
Beware of the receiving line:
We all know that relatives and friends will be hugging and kissing you constantly at the wedding. This is one of the reasons the photographer tries to get the pics following the ceremony (to avoid this scenario). We suggest that if you are going to have a receiving line, schedule this after the photos are done. This will avoid the chance you could get makeup on your dress and also protect your hair and makeup.
When to use a professional:
If your budget allows, it is always a great idea to use a professional makeup artist and hairstylist. Professionals are familiar with the makeup necessary to stay perfect in all climates. Having this professional service will also be a time saver and improve your chances to pull off a memorable event.
Hire a professional makeup artist to make for of your wedding day schedule. This way you will have much more time to take gorgeous pictures. Take advantage of help.
Thanks for stopping by and hurry back for more next time from Jaclyn and the staff at “Events by Jaclyn.”
