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The Eyes
The eyes are the mirror of the soul and, on this day at least, your eyes will probably be brimming with joyful tears.
Learn these tips to keep your eye makeup in place through the waterworks:
• Prep your eyelids with an eyeshadow base or a little face powder.
• Use waterproof mascara -- allow each coat to dry for a few seconds before applying the next layer.
• If you expect to cry a lot, leave your lower lashes clean -- this minimizes smudging.
• Try an eyelash perm -- the French swear by this spa technique. Be sure, results last for about nine weeks.
The Lips
You'll need lip color that lasts without constant touchups. Look through these steps for a lasting, kissable smile.
• Skip your lip moisturizer, or apply it at least an hour before starting your makeup.
• Prep your lips with a little foundation to give the color a base.
• Using a lip liner, first outline your lips; then fill them in for an extra layer of color.
• Apply your lipstick with a lip brush.
• Apply one layer of lipstick, blot with a tissue, and apply the second layer.
• For color that really lasts, try a lip stain. It is a particularly good choice if you want a bright, high maintenance lip color, like ruby red.
• Moisturize your lips in the days before the wedding -- lip stain can be drying.
• If you use lip stain, apply it directly to lips -- skip the foundation and lip liner steps.
• Be sure to have makeup remover ready for mistakes -- lip stain won't just wipe off.
Test Drive Your Makeup
Test your makeup at least two weeks before your wedding, to leave time to make any adjustments. You should give your finished makeup a few minutes to set, and then mist your face with water from a spray bottle. Sprays will simulate tears and give you a good idea of how your makeup will hold up to a good cry.
You may keep your makeup on through at least one meal, and see how you look after a few hours. But, if you're still picture perfect with just a few minor touch ups, you've got a winning routine.
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