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Writer's pictureCreative at Heart
Dec 29, 20203 min read

Preparing for Your Day-of Beauty & Why It's Important


Your wedding is definitely a day you want to look your best. Let's face it - you are the center of attention, you are the heart of most photos and snap shots and you and your party will be memorialized in professional photos for years to come. Day-of beauty starts long before the day you tie the knot. Check out our "Guide to your Day-of Beauty", here for more tips.


A hair and makeup trial is an important step to ensure you get the look you've dreamed of for your wedding day. Your artists will work with you to achieve the perfect look and will make recommendations to give you the result you're looking for. You want to look your absolute best and things like improving your skin or growing out your hair take time!


The day of your wedding is scheduled nearly down to the moment you wake up. Everyone, including your hair and makeup team are on a schedule to be sure everything runs flawlessly and with as little stress as possible for you - our bride. While the entire pampering process is meant to be a good time creating memories and enjoying your bride tribe, it is often overlooked as being a time that must stick to a schedule. Small things that are overlooked can add precious moments to a {sometimes tight} schedule.


When planning the beauty services for your bridal party, it is imperative to include the additional services desired and take the advice of your artists for day-of prep and communicating this to those in your party is important. Even small things add time that may not be included in the schedule and can cause unnecessary stress. To help make the day go smooth, you and your bridal party are asked to arrive with a clean, moisturized face and unless a blow out is requested, everyone should have completely dry hair.


Your artists will have advised what, if any, product to add or elimate in preparation of your day-of beauty. For example, excess oils added to your locks may keep the frizzies down but will also inhibit curls with staying power; damp hair can add 15 minutes or more to the schedule when your designer has to add a blow dry to the style, extension application add an additional 20-30 minutes, lashes another 10-15 minutes. These services are available of course, but please let your artists know ahead of time.


Here is a quick guide to preparing for the day's beauty :

  • Thin hair: Wash, apply a volumizing mousse and dry hair the day before the wedding.

  • Frizzy hair: Wash the day before, apply a defrizzing product and sleep with your hair braided or wrapped.

  • Oily hair: Wash hair the morning of your wedding, dry completely and add an oil absorbing dry shampoo.

  • Curly hair: Some styles require that hair be straightened, adding time to the schedule, please advise us ahead of time if anyone in the party has curly hair and the style desired.

  • Thick hair: Wash and dry the day before. If hair is still damp in the morning, run a dryer through to ensure it is completely dry prior to sitting in the stylist's chair.

  • Face prep: Wash and moisturize your face the morning of your wedding. For extremely dry skin, add a moisturizing serum or beauty oil and let your skin drink it in.

  • Lips: Exfoliate lips with a sugar scrub or similar product or using a washcloth, apply lip balm or serum before bed. Reapply lip balm or serum in the morning.

Ultimately, your beauty team is here to help you look and feel your best. Never hesitate to speak with your artists if you have any questions or concerns. Until then, enjoy the little things and all the extra pampering you get when getting ready for your happily ever after!


Cheers to the best YOU you can be!


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Credits Brandi Waterford Photography, Ever After Farms Ranch


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Writer's pictureCreative at Heart
Oct 27, 20201 min read

Tipsy Tuesday - Beautiful Skin


Beautiful makeup starts with beautiful skin. Before catching your beauty rest - always make sure you let your skin breathe! Regular cleansing is essential to keeping your skin looking radiant and healthy.


A proper skin care regimen removes dirt, oil, and other nasties from your skin. Throughout the day the skin on your face is covered with bacteria, pollutants, viruses, dirt, and old (dead) skin cells. Daily facial washing removes these impurities to give the skin a fresh look. Without washing, your skin would be covered with a thick layer of dirt and grime which make it difficult for other products to penetrate the skin properly. Some other benefits include:

  • anti-aging products and treatments work properly.

  • maintain proper pore size.

  • encourages proper skin hydration.

  • prevents the production of excess oils.

I, personally, am a fan of all things Rodan + Fields but any regimen is better than not having one. A basic daily regimen should include a cleanser, toner, and moisturizer {yes, even if you're oily}. There is so much more you can do to help your skin but that's a start! If you're a newby to skincare, let's talk!



Take a few minutes every day to love the skin you're in.


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Credits https://www.westlakedermatology.com/blog/skin-cleansing-101-why-washing-your-face-is-important/


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Writer's pictureCreative at Heart
Apr 29, 20202 min read

Preparing Your Skin for Your Big Day



So you have a BIG day coming up! Congratulations! We know there is so much that goes into planning a wedding or any grand occasion. While you are searching for the perfect dress, most amazing venue, the best photographer to capture every moment, fabulous eats, and all the other details that go into the perfect celebration, don't forget about taking care of yourself and your skin!


Those photos are going to tell lots of stories and you want to rock your best, glowing skin! Makeup is important and can give you the perfect look but without healthy skin, it just won't work as well as it could. Healthy skin = beautiful makeup.


Here are a couple tips to consider as you prep for the day in the months and days before you walk down the aisle.


Exfoliate

Exfoliating your skin with a good exfoliator is critical to healthy glowing skin. Any product you slather on your face will never do what it's meant to do if it can't penetrate beneath dead skin. Exfoliating can:

  • unclog pores

  • help prevent acne

  • eliminate fine lines

  • help other skincare products penetrate deeper

  • evens skin tone

  • boosts circulation and lymphatic drainage

  • increases cell turnover

  • stimulates collagen

It's important to use an exfoliator without jagged edges that will scratch or aggravate the skin. Opt for one with perfectly round particles - not those with crushed shells for example. It is equally important to use the right amount of pressure. Too much pressure and you can break blood vessels and wreak havoc on your skin.


How often: 2-3 times per week


Hydrate & Moisturize


Hydrating and moisturizing are not the same thing! So let's define the difference.


Hydration absorbs moisture from the air, infusing your cells with water to improve your skin’s ability to absorb moisture and nutrients.


Moisturizing traps and locks moisture in to build your skin’s natural protective barrier. This prevents water loss and ensures your skin remains soft and smooth.


If your skin is dull and any fine lines and wrinkles you have are becoming more noticeable, your skin is dehydrated. Apply a hydrator to combat this issue and give your skin the much

-needed nourishment.


If your skin is prone to being dry or you have flaky skin, the skin barrier may not be locking in moisture. Apply moisturizer to restore your skin’s plump and bouncy appearance.


How often: daily


 

Photographer: Thomas Schmuki Photography


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