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Make-up must-haves for brides
  • Make-up must-haves for brides

  • Ensure you look your beautiful best on your wedding day by packing these bridal essentials into your make-up bag…

Eyelash curlers
Curling your eyelashes before applying mascara will make your lashes look longer and your eyes more defined in your wedding photos.

Waterproof Mascara
Mascara is essential as it opens up the eyes giving a bright, wide-awake look. But make sure it's a waterproof to get you through those teary moments. A bride with panda eyes is not a good look!

Make-up brushes
Avoid applying foundation and eye-shadow with your fingers today, as the natural oils in your skin could spoil your even coverage. Invest in some good brushes instead to ensure make-up goes on smoothly.

Long-lasting lipstick
A long-lasting lipstick that doesn't dry out the lips is a must-buy. Lovers of glossy lips beware: gloss will make for a sticky just married kiss, so go as matte as you dare

Foundation primer
Prepare your skin properly by wearing a foundation primer. Not only does it make your skin smooth, it will also help keep your make-up in place until the end of the reception.

Blusher/bronzer
For a subtle blush that will look lovely in photos, add some colour to your cheeks with either a pink flush or a sun-kissed glow.

Concealer
To combat any blemishes you may have on your wedding day, choose a concealer that matches your skin tone and foundation exactly. A concealer that is too light will flag up an imperfection rather than hide it.

False eyelashes
There's no need to wear Jordan-style spider falsies, but applying a few single lashes for extra emphasis is a great bridal trick and the perfect way to perk up eyes.

Perfume
You're not properly made up until you're wearing a fabulous fragrance. Just make sure you don't completely douse yourself in it, or wear anything that's too overpowering. Try spritzing your hair as well as your skin.

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