Bobbi Brown's bridal beauty tips

1 Flash photography emphasizes pink tones, so be sure to even out skin with a yellow-toned foundation. Start around the nose and mouth where there's redness, then blend out to the rest of the face.

2 Set concealer and foundation with my Sheer Finish Loose Powder to make them longer lasting and to ensure that skin looks matte in pictures.

3 If your dress has an open neckline, be sure to warm up your neck and chest with a dusting of bronzing powder.

4Use a water resistant liner that can withstand tears; try Long-Wear Gel Eyeliner applied with the Ultra Fine Eye Liner Brush. If you prefer to line with shadow, make it long-lasting by applying it with a slightly damp Eye Liner Brush. Finish with water-resistant mascara like Lash Glamour or No Smudge.

5 After applying make-up, finish with a highlighter shade on the brow bone to make eyes pop. Rub your finger in a light matte shade and pat lightly on the outer corner of the brow bone.

6 For a pretty flush that lasts, use two shades of blush.  First, apply a neutral shade on the apples of cheeks, Blending up into the hairline, then downwards to soften. Then apply a brighter shade just on the apples of cheeks.

7 Neutral and pale lip colours look washed out in photographs, so choose a lipstick that's one to two shades brighter than what you normally wear. Pinks, roses, and plums are great choices for brides.

8 To make lip colour last longer, line and fill in lips with a lip pencil before applying your lipstick.

9 Carry a touch-up kit with concealer, pressed powder, lipstick or gloss, lip liner. Tissues, mints, and a mini sewing kit (for emergency clothing fixes like a dropped hem or popped button).

10 Most importantly … have fun!



Photo: Bobbi and her husband on their wedding day

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