Q&A with Jodie Hazlewood of Make Up by Jodie

1. What is the most frequently used product in your make up bags for Bridal beauty? My Nars Eye Primer - my main concern is that the makeup lasts all day but still looks natural. 2. Do you approach Bridal hair & beauty differently to other occasions? If so, why? No in the sense that I still want it to look completely beautiful, modern and soft. But yes that I use products that are longwear and hardwearing and will look good under any light condition. 3. Are there any things you’d advise Brides to do in the run up to the big day to prep their skin and hair? All the boring stuff: regular hair trims, lots and lots of water, a couple of facials, as much sleep as you can and a diet full of oily fish and green vegetables will help your skin glow. 4. What is your favourite product for getting a radiant glow on your wedding day? I love mixing my own light reflective primer for each bride which includes a regular moisturiser, a Vichy serum, Mac Strobe Cream and few other secret ingredients. Really work this into the skin before applying any other makeup. 5. Matte vs gloss - skin, lips and eyes - what’s better for photographs? With makeup, like most things it's all about balance. I always like the centre of the face to be matte, but you can add glow and gloss on the tops of the cheekbones and other high points. Eyes and lips are down to personal preference. 6. Are there any products we should know about that look great on your face in photographs? If your skin needs a little help, Estee Lauder double wear foundation really well buffed in looks incredible on camera. The Hourglass Ambient light highlighting powder makes you look candlelit! 7. Staying power...how do you make sure your hair & make up looks fabulous all day? I use light layers of primers, tinted moisturisers and then a more heavy duty concealer on areas that need it building it slowly to get the coverage needed. I use the Kiko setting spray right at end and always use the Nars eye primer. Making sure the skin is prepped and moisturised also helps the makeup last. 8. Best way to deal with a bad hair day/skin day on the morning of your wedding? Leave enough time so that you can start again if you're really not happy with your hair. If you have a breakout try not to touch it and let your makeup artist work on covering it. 9. Favourite all time lip product for Brides? Clarins Rouge Eclat in Woodrose suits almost everyone and is such a romantic and pretty shade! 10. Any insider secrets or top tips you’ve learned from all the gorgeous weddings and shoots you’ve worked at? Before you leave for the ceremony check your makeup in every light and angle in case you need to re-blend any areas. Use more powder than you think as shine can make you look flustered on camera. Don't forget your décolletage and shoulders - it's nice to add a highlighting powder to these areas. Relax and enjoy it...once you see your husband to be and friends and family you'll forget all abut your hair and makeup!

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