Photo by Bon Miller

Tips for Hair:

Your Hair says a lot about what you eat. Great bridal locks require a Healthy diet of fresh greens and foods filled with Vitamin B for a healthy shine. Foods like fish, nuts, and eggs will give you a good head start. On the outside, an invigorating scalp massage and deep conditioning treatment (about 4 weeks prior to the event) not only feels good, but stimulates the hair follicles and adds body. there is no way to repair damaged ends, so if you have a few frizzies, get a trim.

Tips for skin:

Your skin is one way your body excretes toxins, so cleaning up your diet about 6 months prior to your wedding day is the best remedy For healthy clear skin. Grocery shopping on the outside walls of the store is an age old secret. Fresh greens daily, limit the sugars, dairy and packaged prepared food. Six different vegetables a day is recommended. In combination with drinking 8 glasses of water a day, you will be glowing once the toxins have cleared out. Don’t wait until the last minute for clean eating habits, as your skin will be expelling toxins for awhile and you may look worse before you look better. Using a Natural facial hydrating spray with essential oils is very beneficial during the winter months.

tips for your body:

there is no substitute for exercise and fitness. Again, don’t wait until the last minute, as you will simply frustrate yourself that it’s not happening fast enough. Exercise can be fun if you combine with a sport & friends. Swimming is one of the best overall toners. mountain biking burns calories like crazy and can be a social event with like minded gals. yoga is a great way to tone up as well. sun exposure can be damaging and create sun-tan lines that won’t coincide with your wedding dress, so lots of protection if you spend time outdoors.


 
Photo by Lear Miller

Photo by Lear Miller

 

BRIDAL HAIR: Updo or down styling, including the veil application. 

MAKEUP: Camera ready, application airbrush & lashes. 

TRAVEL: YES!  I love destination weddings, and I travel world-wide.

Photo by Lear Miller

Photo by Lear Miller

Photo by Lear Miller

Photo by Lear Miller

Your Chosen Look

When choosing your 'Bridal Look' it is essential to have a clear idea of what you envision, with the flexibility to CREATE and integrate a personalized look!  Pinterest is highly recommended for shopping the latest trends for your wedding theme.  A visual collection of your favored styles makes for a clear communication between you and your artist. Things to consider beyond your theme, are location and weather.  Braids  are trending with the popular vintage and ranch themes. Fishtails and ladders offer novel ways to individualize your best look. Braids and updo's are great for misty, damp or hot and humid conditions. Dry temperate conditions will accommodate the soft and long styles.

How long?

When scheduling I require 2 hours for Hair & Makeup application although it usually does not take as long.  It is better to give more time and space for my creative process.  The day of Trial Hair/Makeup or Wedding day I require your hair to be DRY and washed/conditioned with NO PRODUCT outside of that the night before is when you need to have it washed/conditioned.  This allows to have a clean look without competing with other products and static (not a good photo look).  Makeup application is done with a clean face and just lotion. I highly recommend not to get waxing, facials or tanning a few days before.  In fact, a facial should be at least a week out from your BIG DAY, ENGAGEMENT SHOOT or FANTASY SHOOT.  The reason being, facials are great for tightening the muscles, relaxing and cleansing the facial pores, although breakouts occur as you are releasing toxins in the process.  

MOH and MOB

I recommend having your Mother and Maid of Honor completed for prep prior to you, so they can help with your pre-ceremony details, helping you into your gown, and veil application.  My timeline allows completion of bridal and bridal party prep 30 minutes prior to your gown dressing.  It is nice to have wiggle room as things do come up and you need to eat. I will be the Hydration Police...water is very important for longevity of the day and a refreshed look.  

Makeup Application

We specialize in all skin types, aiming for a fresh, natural look that endures a day of happy tears! I highly recommend Eyelashes to open the eye for your pictures unless you have eye sensitivities, recent eye surgeries and any other concerning factors.  I believe in soft beauty although it is required to apply more defining makeup for pictures as they last a lifetime!  My application is always starting lighter, softer and smaller as it is easy to add more defining looks.  

Photo by Bon Miller, owner of Grand Canyon Bride