Obviously you want to look your best and feel wonderful on your wedding day. To achieve this you need not only to plan, but also to act, ideally at least six months in advance of your big day.
Beauty treatments and fitness should commence as soon as you can. The range of treatments are huge including waxing, facial, teeth whitening and manicure, to name but a few. Timing is especially important when it comes to hair and makeup, and to ensure you look your best on your wedding day, consider a trial well in advance.
There are a whole range of experts to help you including fitness training and hair and beauty specialists. It is unlikely you will be able to cover everything yourself so consult a professional. Whatever you do, don't leave everything until the last minute.
Here’s some great ideas from hair, beauty and fitness businesses based in Surrey from places like Woking, Epsom, Guildford, Croydon, Camberley and Haslemere, whom you might want to get in touch with...
Don't forget to mention Your Surrey Wedding magazine when contacting a hair, beauty or fitness professional.
Say 'yes' to the smile
With your wedding day approaching you will want to look your best. This doesn't just have to mean an amazing dress, make-up or hair.
The best thing you can wear on your wedding day is an amazing smile.
I have worked with brides and bridal parties for six years now and absolutely love my job. Amongst working in fashion, beauty, tv and film, bridal is my favourite area to work in as I get to make everyone feel their absolute best on an amazing day. I work with an array of high-end brands to find the perfect products that suit each person's skin tone, texture and type.
How to look after your skin this winter
Skin gets dry in the winter because it's more likely to lose moisture in the cold air. The environment zaps moisture from the skin, leaving it flaky, sensitive and it can be tight and itchy as well. The elements interfere with the skin's tolerance and upset its hydrophilic film. Reinforce its natural deferences by visiting a skincare clinic for facials to replenish moisture, vitamins and antioxidants. A good home remedy would be a nourishing sheet mask once a week in between any facials.... read more
Posted: 5 January 2022
Looking for a make-up artist? Find out more about Surrey-based Blushed Makeup By Megan
Blushed Makeup By Megan in Surrey specialises in all styles of make-up, natural beauty, soft glams and full glams. "Whether you're after fresh, glowing skin or high impact glamour, I would love to be part of your special day creating your dream look," says Megan Carter. "I want to make you feel the most beautiful version of yourself to capture forever in beautiful pictures for your wedding album. Having a trial before your big day allows us to try out any styles you have in mind and find the perfect look for you. I work with a huge variety of products in my kit for every skin tone, texture and type. My absolute essentials come from Charlotte Tilbury, Bobbi Brown and MAC Cosmetics, but I'm constantly on the lookout for the newest products that are going to make my clients look and feel their best."... read more
Posted: 26 November 2021
How to look after your hair and skin in the run-up to your wedding
Around six months before the wedding, begin cleansing your skin thoroughly every morning and night. Fortnightly face masks are also a good way to deeply cleanse your skin. Get your hair trimmed ready for the big day, but be cautious with highlights and colouring and don't do anything drastic until you talk to your stylist. If you're doing your own hair and make-up, make sure your hair colour is exactly right a week before the wedding."... read more
Posted: 17 November 2021
Hair and make-up ideas for autumnal brides
Autumn has some beautiful, vibrant colour palettes. Look for warm, bronzed contours, deep red lips complete with a dewy base. As a bridal hair and make-up artist, it's part of my job to stay on top of all the trends. Sultry, dark make-up is popular and it's perfect for a Halloween-themed wedding. Delicate brides should go for a classy look with soft pastels and gold hues. Charlotte Tilbury, with her iconic gold packaging, is perfect for this time of year and her Easy Eye Palette contains six rich shades including bronze, pinks and terracotta which is sure to suit all of your bridal party."... read more
Posted: 3 November 2021
How to create a textured up do
Q – I've seen some gorgeous pictures of messy buns and textured up dos, but my hair is so thin and straight. Can I still get this look? "It really depends on the length of your hair, if it's longer than your shoulder, then any textured up do can be achieved. Add a clip-in extension to add volume if needed. Most hairdressers will use this and even be able to offer this for your trial, so you can see and feel the end result. Your stylist will also curl or set your hair to give it a voluminous illusion."... read more
Posted: 20 October 2021
How to find the perfect hair and make-up artist
Finding the perfect suppliers can be stressful but try to enjoy the process! Picture the morning of your wedding, where you're sitting with a glass of fizz in your hand surrounded by your best girls and being pampered – it's so exciting! Start your search by looking for a company that is local to you or your venue. They should have plenty of pictures of their work, so you can get a feel for their style, and have lots of reviews from happy brides.... read more
Posted: 29 September 2021
How to find the perfect make-up artist for your big day
I love to inspire people, and for me, it's more than putting make-up on a canvas, it's how I use my skill to enhance your features and personality. Choosing a supplier is a personal choice. It needs to be something that feels right for you. Recommendations are a good source, but always go with your gut! Every artist is different and will do things slightly differently. From application to education, I always look to inspire people and provide an honest, professional and passionate service.... read more
Posted: 10 September 2021
Hair and make-up artist, Emily Joanna is giving our readers an exclusive discount
Here at Your Surrey Wedding, we know how important it is that you lookand feel your best on your special day, so to help, we've teamed up withSurrey-based hair and make-up artist Emily Joanna to give you an exclusive discount. Emily is offering the bride's hair and make-up, a trial for the bride and hair and make-up for three members of the bridal party for just £475! We spoke to Emily to find out more: "Having completed several courses in bridal, fashion, beauty and hairstyling with The London School of Make-up and DFMA, I have continued to perfect my skills and have worked with many couples to create the perfect look for each bride and her bridesmaids."... read more
Posted: 18 August 2021
We interviewed Lucia Penman Hair & Make-up
Lucia Penman Hair & Make-up is a wedding service specialising in bridal make-up and hairstyling for relaxed, natural and boho-modern brides. I offer hair and make-up for the bride and bridal party. An important part of my job is listening to my clients to find out what look they want to achieve and delivering exactly that. Considering the year we've just had, I suggest reaching out as soon as you've booked your venue as hair and make-up artists are getting booked quite fast.... read more
Posted: 4 August 2021
What to expect from your hair trial
Your hair trial is your opportunity to try a few different styles that you have in mind. It's best to wait until near the wedding, and you have your dress before booking. The trial can take place anywhere between five months and five days before your special day. I always recommend having a picture of your dress handy, so the stylist can see the neckline. Also, bring along any accessories that you're planning on wearing, like a veil, tiara or headband. Generally, a trial will be done on clean, dry hair and several styles will be tried. It's also a good time to discuss the final details of the day, confirming timings and payments.... read more
Posted: 28 July 2021
