How to Prepare for a Makeup Trial

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Give yourself some peace of mind by having a makeup trial. Know your timing and that the look you want is really the look you want.

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Take a few Ideas of what look you would like with you. Pictures are great. Be sure to narrow down your look and not take too many ideas.

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Take your own makeup bag with your go-to products. It will help your makeup artist in selecting the best products for you.

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Your ideas of natural makeup may not be the same as your makeup artist's. Taking photos of what you really want can help merge this gap.

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Budget your makeup artist in. Before you book ask about pricing for trial and wedding day prices.

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Ask if you need to do any pre-trial prep for your trail. An example of this could be cleaning your face or moisturizing at least an hr before.

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Try to wear the color or similar color and neckline to your trial as they effect your complexion and look.

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Take note of how long things take on the day of your trial and work your timing out accordingly.

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Don’t afraid to ask a lot of questions even if they seem silly.

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Schedule a makeup trial especially if you are someone who is unsure about having someone else do your makeup.

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How to Prepare for a Makeup Trial