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CROWNING GLORY We’re having an autumn wedding and I’d like my hair to complement the season. What would you suggest? Sharron says: I’ve found wedding hair this year has been either very soft and natural or big and glamorous. Styles with a lot of texture remain popular too. The autumn brides I’ve done trials for so far certainly seem to be following these key trends. Autumn brings some lovely gold, yellow, red and copper tones which are great to work with. Wedding hair can look amazing with flowers or accessories in these shades to finish off a seasonal look. You could even have some warm autumnal highlights or a hair colour to complement the time of year. To keep your locks in good condition and avoid the dreaded frizz if the weather’s damp on the big day, make sure to have regular trims beforehand to get rid of dry ends. Prep your hair well in the run-up to the wedding. Use shampoo and conditioners that fight frizz and block humidity; oil-based hair serum on the ends can also help tame damaged and frizzy hair.
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How can I revive my sun-parched skin after neglecting it over the summer in time for my autumn wedding? Emily says: Skin prep should begin a good three to six months before the big day, GET THE LOOK so if you haven’t already got Award-winning make-up artist Emma Burgess of Norfolk-based Brunetti Artistry shares her expert know-how to help you recreate bride a routine, now is the time to start. Firstly, you need Sylwia Dominika Kras’ soft seasonal look (pictured), using soft pink to establish what kind of autumnal tones. complexion you have; is your ♥ Preparation is key and I always say great make-up starts with T-zone dry or oily? Finding great skincare and products like UpCircle’s Moisturiser. For me their the right cleanser to suit you Coffee and Maple Eye Cream is a must on the wedding morning to is always the best place to brighten the under-eye area and reduce the appearance of start. I use and recommend dark circles. Charlotte Tilbury Cleanse, ♥ Next, I applied e.l.f Face Primer followed by their Flawless Finish Hydrate & GlowSpa Duo Foundation which was airbrushed on for a perfect finish. with a hot cloth, followed by a serum if you wish. ♥ Set with KVD Translucent Powder which is light and easy to use to Moisturising is also massively important and the market for products is fix any foundation and combat unwanted shine. huge. I use Charlotte Tilbury’s Magic Cream and their night one. For more ♥ Follow with a sweep of bronzer from the KVD Contour Palette. budget-friendly options there’s La Roche-Posay and Aldi’s skincare range has ♥ For the eyes I opted for the Lois Cosmetics Rose Metal Palette had rave reviews; the Lacura Vitamin C Hot Cloth Cleanser is only £3.99. as it has such a beautiful range of colours. I used the nude tone Sun Protection Factor is always important whatever the time of year. Use One&Only all over the lid as the base and blended it up towards the in either a tinted moisturiser or under your base. CC+ Illumination SPF 50 brow bone. I then applied pale rose Cherish all over the lid with a small amount of deep pink Fall For You on the outer corner blending it by IT Cosmetics is amazing, lightweight and has light reflecting particles. An out towards the centre. For a touch of shimmer, I spritzed the lids with eye cream is vital, I love a rich creamy formula which hydrates, like Honest Beauty Deep Hydration Eye Cream. Diet is a factor too, sleep patterns, All Nighter Setting Spray by Urban Decay and wet my eyeshadow sun, alcohol, sugar and stress can also impact your complexion. Avoid brush before dipping it into the palette’s Evelyn shade to create trying out new products before the big day though, as you don’t want any a creamy texture. I swept this from the inner corner of the lid out last-minute flare ups and if you’re considering anything more radical, see a towards the centre, blending the two outer shades into one another. dermatologist at least six months beforehand to discuss it first. ♥ Finish with a slick of Urban Decay Perversion Mascara. Not only Exfoliating to get rid of dead skin cells that have built up, can help repair waterproof, it also has a triple black pigment for the most intense summer skin. Treat yourself to a face mask a week before or a dry sheet mask lashes ever. and for a soft kissable pout don’t forget a good lip balm once the colder ♥ For the lips I used KVD Lip Liner and Lipstick both in Lovecraft. weather kicks in. ♥ Finish with a misting of the All Nighter Setting Spray. Emma Burgess | Vegan make-up artist www.brunettiartistry.co.uk
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