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why not have a private make-up lesson? Victoria can teach
the secret to flawless skin
i meet so many brides who ask me how they can get a
flawless complexion in time for their big day.
our skin reflects all that is happening in our minds and
bodies - so if you have some pre-wedding nerves you may
notice yourself breaking out in a few pimples.
the best way to deal with wedding nerves is to give yourself
time-out from all the preparations. this means taking time to
relax and 'switch off'. you've probably been organising your big
day for at least a year and you may have started to feel a bit
tired and emotional!
ask your partner to get involved a little and get your bridesmaids
to organise a few things - this all helps to take the pressure off you.
find time to go to a yoga class, try some meditation or simply go for
a stroll. why not treat yourself & your mum to a pamper day at
your local beauty salon - it's a great way to relax and also gives
you some mother-and-daughter quality time! all of these things
will give you a chance to energise and give your mind a break.
on a physical level, try to avoid coffee and alcohol, replacing
them with fruit smoothies, iced water or camomile tea.
cleanse your skin with a good exfoliating scrub - this literally
sloughs away dead skin cells leaving your skin feeling smooth
and vibrant. Use a good moisturiser - it doesn't need to be an
expensive one.
use a 30+ sun block when out in the sun - especially on your
nose and shoulders, there's nothing worse that red noses or
strap marks on your wedding day!
consider having a spray-tan instead of going to a solarium, spray
tans have improved immensely in the last few years and won't
mark your dress.
these steps will all help to perfect foundation
it's hard to achieve a flawless foundation with only 5 minutes to
spare each morning, but when you do get some extra time, try this:
1. moisturise your skin at
least ten minutes beforehand - this
gives it time to soak into your skin.
2.if you have oily or combination skin,
apply an oil-control gel over the worst
areas, ie. nose, chin. to help make your
foundation last longer apply a primer
likeClarins 'Beauty Flash Balm'*or Laura Mercier 'Foundation Primer'.
3. opt for a foundation that is light in texture such as M.A.C Studio Finish
Foundation which gives a very natural finish, or'Ariane Poole Mineral Tint
Foundation'. always check the colour on your jaw line - it should match
the natural skin colour of your shoulder.
4.apply evenly with your finger tips or a foundation brush, going lightly
around the eye area. for creamier foundations, apply with a round
sponge with downward strokes. start from your forehead and work
down, leaving your eyes until last. when all the face is covered,
use a small brush to do the eyelids.
5. now cover up any dark under-eye circles using concealer - use
one that is very slightly lighter than your foundation with yellow
tones. i like MAC Studio Concealer as it really covers up
those circles!
only apply the concealer to the darkest areas using a small
brush and blend gently with your fingertips. use a medicated
concealer on spots such as Dermalogica.
6. if you have time, contour your face using a foundation two
shades darker than your skin. create depth and shadow in
areas such as the cheeks and jaw. use some highlighting
creme on the top of your cheek-bones to emphasise their
shape. (please see tips below).
7. if you prefer a dewy finish stop here, or create a matt finish
by dabbing some cotton wool into loose translucent powder then
press onto the face, starting with the eyes. make sure there
are no creases in your foundation before you do this.
8. finally, use a large brush to dust off any excess powder.
your complexion and allow
your make-up to enhance your natural beauty.
good luck!
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* perfect lips
* how make-up can make you look younger
contouring and highlighting few of us have a perfect face shape, the most desirable shape usually being oval. darker foundation or bronzing powder help recede some features while pearly highlighters bring other features out. blusher helps to accentuate and give you a healthy glow. the following pictures give you a guide to where to shade or highlight your face. |
 | round face Contour: Sides of jaw, temples and neck Highlight: Centre of nose, centre of cheeks, chin and forehead Blush: Just under the cheekbones |
 | heart face Contour: Temples and chin Highlight: Lower cheeks on jawline Blush: On the cheekbones |
 | long face Contour: Forehead by hairline, lower cheeks, chin Highlight: Above cheekbones and temples Blush: On the cheekbones |
 | oblong face Contour: Sides of jaw and temples Highlight: chin, temples and above cheekbones Blush:On the cheekbone |
 | pear face Contour: Sides of jaw and neck Highlight: Centre of nose, centre of cheeks, temples Blush: At the very side of the cheekbones |
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of cheeks and chin |
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