Every bride desires to look her gorgeous best on her wedding day, and while some choose to be experimental, others try to be minimal. Either way, if makeup is done wrong, it can often lead you to look like anything but yourself. The key is to find the perfect balance and know what suits your face cut and skin. Since it's your wedding day, you wouldn't want to get all decked up to ultimately see that you don't look like your natural self. To help you achieve makeup that is perfect, flawless and picture-ready, we've put down a list of makeup mistakes to avoid on your D-day.
Wearing the wrong foundation colour
Wearing the wrong foundation shade is considered one of the biggest makeup faux paus and that's one you want to steer clear of on your wedding day. It's advisable to take the opinion of a professional while choosing your foundation shade.
Waterproof mascara
Nuptials are emotional and you know you're bound to shed some tears on your special day. So skipping on waterproof mascara isn't the best idea. Trust us, you wouldn't want a smudged makeup look in your wedding album.
Not using long-stay makeup
It's a fact that Indian weddings are a long drawn affair. Spending hours on the dancefloor during the sangeet night and sitting for the phera ceremony that leads to a family dinner is synonymous with weddings, so ensure you stock up on longwear makeup products.
Skipping on a trial
Choosing your makeup artist is an important process and a trial makeup session makes the task easier. Helping you understand which makeup artist's artistry you like the most will take you a step closer to looking fab!
Doing heavy makeup when you usually don't
If you're someone who doesn't wear too much makeup on a daily basis, then going OTT on your wedding day is a bad idea. Your D-day makeup should be a reflection of your natural self. Stick to basics if you're a minimalist or opt for a traditional smokey eye as a fail proof option. Keep it natural and beautiful to look like yourself.
Using too much blush
Yes, blush adds brightness and colour to your overall bridal look but taking the term blushing bride too literally can be a recipe for disaster. Always start with less and build up as per your preference.
Trying new products
Trying new products on the day of your wedding is a big no no. Always use tried and tested products because you don't want your skin to break out on your special occasion.
Too much highlighter
Highlighters that are far too glittery or sparkly will put the focus on the highlighter. Use a muted natural tone that creates a shine for a lit-from-within glow.
Not trusting your makeup artist
Everyday makeup and bridal photo-op makeup are not the same. So on your big day put your doubts to rest and trust your makeup artist letting them work their magic.
No to body makeup
Makeup isn't limited to just the face! On your wedding day ask your makeup artist to extend your makeup on the necklace and collar bones for a cohesive look. You can also use makeup over your marks and spots on your body to conceal them for the best look.