Christina San Clemente, Owner of Christina San Clemente Beauty. A Philadelphia based, on location makeup and hairstyling company presents…
Five things to consider when choosing your bridal beauty team…
Your wedding day is one of the biggest days of your life. Hours upon hours are spent planning, decision making, and ensuring every detail is exactly how you’ve always dreamed. There are many factors that can make or break your big day, and choosing the right makeup artist and hairstylist play a huge role in that.
Are they licensed? First and foremost, when researching your beauty pro, it is so important to verify their credentials. Beauty professionals are legally required to be licensed, which is a testament to their extensive training and expertise. Through cosmetology and esthetics schools, they undergo rigorous instruction, learning not only the art of beauty but also essential safety protocols and the significance of maintaining impeccable sanitation standards. This licensing ensures that they are qualified to work on the most sensitive areas (hello eyeballs)!!
Are they insured? While no bride wants to think about unforeseen issues on her wedding day, it is crucial to ensure that your beauty pros carry business insurance. Given the intricacies of their work, this coverage offers you an added layer of security. Should any unexpected circumstances arise, you can rest assured that you are protected.
Are you compatible? The last thing that you want on your wedding day is an artist that isn’t a good fit. Most pros require a preview or trial before your wedding day. There is nothing worse than when a minimal makeup wearer has the wrong artist and ends up with a full face of makeup, including but not limited to bold brows, heavy contour, and highlight that can be seen from outer space. Or if you’re going for a relaxed, boho hairstyle, and you end up with tight curls, looking like a founding father. Researching the team and their work will ensure your pros know exactly what you’re going for.
In addition to making sure you gel creatively , make sure your beauty pro has an ego-free approach. While it's true that beauty professionals are experts in creating the looks you love, they should prioritize your happiness above all else. Your wedding day is about bringing YOUR vision to life. Therefore, it's essential to select a team that is receptive to your preferences and not driven by their own egos. At the end of the day, their job is to ensure your satisfaction, and any trustworthy beauty artist will agree that your happiness is their ultimate goal. I tell my clients all the time, “If you want a blue line down your face, I will give you the best damn blue line you've ever seen!”
Are they professional? Read their reviews. All beauty pros should have them! That is a great gauge of their professionalism. Make sure they are prompt, well prepared, communicative, and will treat you and your loved ones with care on your wedding day. Notice how they look in their behind the scenes photos. Is their hair styled and makeup applied? Are they dressed like they want to be there? All of these things matter. Keep in mind that they will be in your “getting ready” photos. It’s important for them to show up, ready to work and looking their best.
Are they passionate? I decided to include this one because passion in your work matters, especially when you are in a creative field. A wedding day is one of the biggest and most important days in a person’s life. You want someone by your side that is excited to be there. You want them to make you feel like a queen for the day and pamper you in a stress free environment. If a beauty pro isn’t excited about their work, it makes for lackluster results and brings the energy in the room down. Your wedding day is a celebration. Getting ready should be fun, and it will include some of the greatest, most intimate memories you have from the day. Make sure everyone that is in that bridal suite lifts your spirits and loves the role they are playing in your day.
All in all, considering these five things will set apart the pros from the amateurs. With the right team by your side, you can rest assured that your wedding day beauty will be a flawless reflection of your unique style and vision.