My bridal makeup tutorial using Bobbi Brown products

When it comes to bridal makeup I have pretty much always had in mind that Bobbi Brown is the absolute go to without any doubt.

Bobbi Brown makeup is loved by MUA’s and brides alike to create that flawless finish every woman wants on her big day. So when it came to my own wedding, I didn’t think to go anywhere else for my bridal makeup tutorial.

Bridal makeup tutorial bobbi brown

Wedding day makeup vs everyday makeup

When it comes to bridal makeup, how it differs from your everyday makeup should be minimal; you want to look like you but at 1000 percent so now really is not the time to be trying something radically different.

One of the key elements that drives a lot of brides in their search for bridal makeup is seeking products that will perform well in front of the camera, particularly flash photography.

First of all I am going to dispel the worry that whatever the ingredient was that ruined many a wedding photo, seldom no longer really exists in makeup now –phew!

Secondly, the other factor to consider is staying power as you’re on your feet, being kissed on the cheek endlessly and in the spotlight for a long time so it’s important that the products you use can be trusted to go the distance.

My bridal makeup tutorial at Bobbi Brown

My schedule leading up to my big day was ridiculous, I just had zero time for anything other than wedding planning. I ended up having just one opportunity to book myself into Bobbi Brown for a (complimentary) bridal makeup tutorial, which ended up being the day after my hen party!

The aim of a bridal makeup tutorial is to create a wedding day look and discover the products and learning the application techniques to achieve that. I had a friend signed up to do my makeup on the day and the products used were going to be from both our collections.

The products used for my bridal makeup

On arrival, I was welcomed into my local store in Windsor and a lovely makeup artist called Olivia, was assigned to me to create my bridal look. I knew that for my bridal makeup I wanted to achieve a natural base with a plum-gold smokey eye.

Bridal Makeup Tutorial with Bobbi Brown

Skin preparation

To begin with, Olivia prepped my face by applying the vitamin enriched face base (£39) and extra eye repair cream (£44), which were both beautiful.

Base products

Bobbi Brown skin foundation stick warm beige

Bridal Makeup Tutorial with Bobbi Brown

Sculpting products

  • Bronzing powder in Golden Light (£28.50)
  • blush powder in Coral Sugar (£19.50)
  • highlighting powder in Pink Glow (£34).

Eye products

  • Long-Wear cream shadow stick in dusty mauve (£21)
  • Sparkle eye shadow in sunlight (£23.50)
  • Shimmer wash eye shadow in eggplant and charcoal (£17.50 each)
  • Long-wear gel eyeliner in black ink (£18.50)
  • No smudge mascara (£20),
  • Face mist (£21.50).

I was delighted with the result, Olivia had totally nailed my brief.

Bridal Makeup Tutorial with Bobbi Brown

Tips for attending a bridal makeup tutorial

  • Wear a white top as that will be the closest way to see how your makeup will reflect on the day
  • Always check your makeup in natural light.

Bobbi brown long wear gel eyeliner in black ink

Bobbi brown eye shadow Eggplant

Bridal Makeup Tutorial with Bobbi Brown

I would thoroughly recommend a bridal makeup tutorial at Bobbi Brown, the service is complimentary and you don’t have to purchase everything (or anything) afterwards. I defy you though to walk away empty handed!

Until next time x

2 Comments

    • Claire
      Author
      12th April 2016 / 9:03 pm

      Previous to the tutorial, I had a blusher and nail polish from Bobbi Brown -both very good. The tinted eye brightener that I now have is excellent, and if the foundation is anything to go by, her concealer will be fab as well. 🙂

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