Questions to Ask Your Bridal Makeup Artist - 123WeddingCards

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Questions to Ask Your Bridal Makeup Artist -
123WeddingCards

• Who guises up as the most stunning at a wedding?
• Of course Bride! 
• She is the one who is eyed by everyone. And why
  not from her exquisite outfit to her
  fascinating looks, she is the one who is adored
  and appraised for her impeccable beauty.
• Well, thanks to the makeup artist who refined her
  look with their expert skill set. However,
  finding the right makeup artist is not as easy as
  it seems.
• If you are a bride-to-be or know someone, who is
  yet to finalize her bridal makeup artist, this
  article is for you! Unless you are not sure what
  you want, you are far away from making your D-day
  special as a bride.
• More Tips - Head to toe Bridal Beauty Routine for
  a more beautiful you.

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Here are the 11 questions to ask your bridal
makeup artist before finalizing one

• 1. Are you available on my D-Day?
• This is the first and foremost question every
  bride-to-be must ensure to proceed further. If
  the artist is not available on a required day,
  there is no point to enquire further. In this
  case, look for other makeup artists.
• 2. What are your standard bridal packages?
• Budget is the second most important consideration
  in finalizing your makeup artist. If the artist
  is beyond your budget, no point to discuss it
  further. But if he/she seems affordable, look for
  the services which are included in their offered
  packages. 
• Makeup, hair styling, and dress styling are the
  three major services that are offered by most
  bridal makeup artists. Also, enquire if they
  offer special bridal packages for pre-bridal
  services. If yes! It could be an economical deal
  for you.

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3. Can you work on-site and do in need to travel?

• Often makeup artists do not mind traveling to
  your venue. But, heavy wedding seasons can hamper
  their flexibility for travel. If your makeup
  artist has a professional team and has the
  previous booking, working on-site for you is out
  of the question. 
• When you travel, make sure you have enough time
  in your schedule to manage to and fro. Expect to
  invest more time when you visit the studio.

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• 4. Do you have a portfolio?
• An experienced makeup artist has extensive work
  to show. In this era of social media, look for
  their Instagram profile to have a glimpse of
  their previous work. That will give a fair idea
  about their skillset and specialization. If
  possible, enquire if they have some bridal
  booking before your D-Day. If yes, look for the
  opportunity to observe their work live.
• 5. Do you have any client references?
• Relying solely on their social media and photo
  albums is not adequate. You would ask for their
  client references to know better about their work
  and professionalism. Ask your makeup artist for
  some client references which they have recently
  worked on to get unbiased views on their work.

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6. What products are a bridal makeup artist going
to use for makeup?

• If you are allergic to products/ingredients, it
  is crucial to enquire about the brands that your
  bridal makeup artist is going to use. Enquire if
  the artist will arrange all the products their
  own or expect you to set out some from your end.
  Often you are asked to set out for hair
  accessories that suitable match your wedding
  dress. 
• 7. Do you offer any trial?
• To ensure that everything goes smooth and perfect
  on your D-Day, you may request your bridal makeup
  artist to show up for a trial. That is the right
  opportunity to explain your expectations. It also
  gives a good glimpse of your artist's proficiency
  in meeting up your thoughts and hopes. Also, it
  helps in assessing the total time required to get
  ready on your wedding day an important
  consideration. 

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8. Do they have a team of assistants?

• If you have a destination wedding, only a team of
  artists can attend guests along with you as a
  Bride. It is highly recommended to go for an
  artist with a professional team that can work on
  the rest of your party. It also helps in
  minimizing the time to get ready for everyone.  
• 9. Do you have any backup?
• As the future is uncertain, this question is
  major to ask. In case if the makeup artist falls
  ill or has some other emergencies, do they have
  any backup plan for this? That is important to
  avoid any last-minute hassle. He/She should be
  able to arrange another make-up artist to handle
  such an emergency.
• 10. What are their payment terms?
• Besides having an idea about their total package
  cost, it is equally important to know their
  payment terms and price-breakup for the various
  services. You may ask them to provide you with a
  list of services. Make a comparative analysis
  with other makeup artist's quotes if required. 

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• 11. What are your refund policies?
• Emergencies can happen to anyone. You cannot
  consider yourself as an exception. The best is to
  be prepared to handle such circumstances in the
  best possible way. Hence, if by chance you
  require to cancel with your makeup artist, you
  must have a fair idea about their refund
  policies. Most of the artists ask for 50 advance
  of booking and another 50 at the venue.
• Once you get satisfactory answers to all the
  questions listed above, you are assured to be
  with the right make-up artist. Together, you will
  surely make your wedding day unforgettable. 
• Frequently Asked Questions
• How do you start a conversation with a makeup
  artist?
• It is important that your makeup artist is
  comfortable with you and understands your exact
  requirements to get desirable results for your
  D-day. You can start with a warm conversation
  about yourself and her. Gradually, you can
  discuss the event, your preferred look, and some
  visual aids to make yourself precise and clear.
  Share your make-up routine and also mention the
  makeup allergies (if any). Keep the communication
  open with appropriate dialect to move forward on
  a positive note. 
• How do I tell my makeup artist what I want?
• Unless you will be precise and clear about your
  expected looks, things will be difficult for you
  and your makeup artist as well. Sharing your
  routine will help your makeup artist to
  understand the things in which you are
  particular. Try to show them your preferred look
  for an event by way of visual aids. Mention the
  elements which you dislike.

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• Things To Keep in Mind Before Selecting Bridal
  Makeup Artist
• Makeup is one of the essential elements that make
  a bride more special. It makes everyone looks at
  you. And you do not want to spoil your special
  day. Therefore, to help you avoid making the
  wrong decisions and all the last minutes delays
  and chaos, we are here with a list of some
  important factors that you should keep in mind
  before you hire a bridal makeup artist for
  yourself.
• Do Thorough Research  The selection of a correct
  bridal makeup artist is a tricky task. You do not
  want to give your face in the hands of someone
  whose make skills are questionable. If you desire
  to make a correct decision then do not miss doing
  thoroughly. Do detailed research about the bridal
  makeup artists and their services. It will
  bolster your confidence that you have chosen the
  right makeup artist.
• Pre-Booking is Life Saver  As soon as you have
  your wedding day fixed, book your wedding makeup
  artist. During a wedding season, it is not
  possible to easily get a good make-up artist.
  Therefore, after your research as you finalize
  the one, book him or her for your D-Day. In this
  way, you could also learn about a complete idea
  of your package.
• Meet Greet  Try to set up a meeting with your
  bridal makeup artist. It is major to meet them in
  person as it will allow you to understand their
  vision and talent in person. 
• Clear Doubts  You need to meet, and once you
  reach your bridal makeup artist, clear all your
  doubts and discuss with them all kinds of things
  such as the type of looks you want to don on your
  nuptial day, the hairstyle you prefer to carry,
  and the style that suits your wedding theme. It
  is also the time you could ask your wedding
  artists if they can recreate some magazine and
  celebrity-inspired looks.
• Inquire for The Services  There are many bridal
  makeup artists, who include multiple services in
  their package. So, ask your chosen one about what
  all services will they include in your makeup
  package. We suggest you go for the makeup artist
  who starts telling about their services from
  scratch.
• Conclusion
• Finding a reliable bridal makeup artist is a
  daunting task. However, with adequate knowledge,
  you can surely find one for your wedding day. 
• We hope these eleven questions will help you
  finalize a suitable makeup artist that will carve
  out the best version of you on your wedding day.
• A wedding is a lifetime event that deserves this
  much effort from an adorable bride-to-be like you!

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