Okay, let’s talk about whether you should get your hair or makeup done first for your wedding. I’ve been thinking about this a lot lately, ’cause, you know, I’ve got a friend who’s getting hitched soon, and she’s been stressing over every little detail.
So, I started digging around, asking people, reading stuff online, and it seems like most folks lean towards getting the makeup done before the hair. It makes sense when you think about it.
First off, I called a couple of makeup artist friends. They both said they prefer to work on a blank canvas. It’s way easier for them to do their thing without worrying about messing up a hairstyle or having hairspray flying everywhere. Plus, they can really get in there and blend everything perfectly without any hair getting in the way. I’ve seen them work, and it’s like watching an artist paint a masterpiece. They need that space and freedom to create their look.
Then, I decided to experiment on myself. One day, I did my makeup first and then styled my hair. Another day, I reversed the order. Honestly, doing my makeup first was so much easier. I didn’t have to worry about my hair falling on my face or getting makeup on my styled hair. It just felt more natural and relaxed.
I also remembered a friend’s wedding where she got her hair done first. While she was getting her makeup done, some of her curls started to loosen up because of the makeup artist’s hands moving around her face. It wasn’t a huge deal, but the hairstylist had to come back and fix it. It just added a bit of unnecessary back-and-forth.
My Two Cents
- Makeup first lets the makeup artist do their best work without any obstacles.
- It prevents any potential smudging or messing up of your hairstyle.
- It seems to be the more common and preferred approach based on what I’ve gathered from my little “research project”.
Of course, every bride is different, and every stylist has their own way of working. I talked with some brides, some prefer hair first, some prefer makeup first. Some people say it is just a suggestion. In the end, it’s all about what makes the bride feel comfortable and confident. But if you’re asking me, I’d say go with makeup first. It just seems to make the whole process smoother and more enjoyable.
That’s my take on it, based on my little experiment and what I’ve heard. Hope this helps anyone out there planning their big day!
