I know a few women who skip makeup trials because they’re too busy preparing for the actual wedding. I don’t see anything wrong with putting in a lot of effort on the details of your wedding. But you must realize that you should also include makeup trials as a part of your wedding plan. Here are the reasons why:
First, makeup trials will help you determine if the makeup you chose suits your skin color and your dress. If you really want to look your best on your wedding day, everything has to be considered and assessed. Your makeup should complement your wedding dress to make it even more beautiful and to make you look even more beautiful.
Second, this is a good way to know if your makeup artist actually has the right skill that you need. There are a few makeup artists out there who would claim that they can transform you into the person you see in the magazines but end up failing. Your wedding is already an expensive event; you don’t want to waste more of your money on someone who will only disappoint you, right? Although makeup trials may cost you money, it’s better to know early on how you would look on your wedding day. Come to think of it, you don’t want to find out how terrible you’ll look like on the day of your wedding when there’s no more time to find another makeup artist. So, if you found out earlier that he or she can’t deliver, you’ll still have the time to find a replacement.
Next, this is a good time to consult with your makeup artist. Talk to him or her and learn other options if the first ones don’t suit you. This is also a great chance for you and your makeup artist to bond so that you’ll feel comfortable on your wedding day around him or her.
Another benefit of a makeup trial is this: it allows you to assess your makeup artist’s hygiene. This is crucial because he or she will be using his tools on your face. If he or she has poor hygiene, your skin will suffer. You’ll have to deal with breakouts later on instead of enjoying your honeymoon. It also provides a chance for you to know the makeup products he or she uses. If you’re allergic to certain makeups, you can ask him or her to use your own.
So these are the benefits of makeup trials. I really suggest that you go to one before you hire a makeup artist. This is your wedding and you can’t afford to look bad.
