Q&A Beauty & Grooming Our experts answer your pre-wedding hair, beauty and grooming questions LOOK AT ME I really want to let someone else do my bridal hair and make-up, but am anxious over whether I’ll like the finished look. How do I find the right expert for me? My advice is to be clear about who you are and what you want, as you must be yourself on your wedding day! Don’t think you have to be a ‘bride’ – instead be ‘you’ wearing a wedding dress. Ladies often put themselves under huge pressure because they think they need to look a certain way for their wedding, and this can generate a lot of insecurity about their appearance. To help this, choose a look that is closest to how you would usually wear your make-up, and then allow your chosen artist to create a professional version of that. If you prefer a more natural look don’t feel pressured to go glam, as you won’t feel like yourself on the big day. Overall, I believe that a confident bride is a beautiful bride, so look for a make-up artist who will help you feel the very best version of yourself. Michelle Lacey, Bumblebee Bridal | www.bumblebeebridal.co.uk www.bumblebeebridal.co.uk MALE ORDER There’s always a ton of information on how brides can get their hair and skin ready for the big day – but what about us grooms? What tips do you have for getting us wedding ready? In order for your hair to look its best for the big day, you should book in for a few appointments in the months prior to your wedding. This is to ensure you can discuss the style you would like with your men’s stylist, and so they can practice the cut and ensure you are happy with it. You will also be able to see how the cut looks grown out, so you can decide whether you like it worn best fresh or with it slightly grown in. The same goes for facial hair – you may want to experiment with different cuts in the months before the big day, to see what look you like best and what works in harmony with your hair and complements your facial features. You should also ensure you are using the correct products on both hair and beard. A scalp treatment is great for ensuring your hair is free from dead skin cells, and a good quality professional shampoo and conditioner are a must to keep your style healthy and nourished. For beards, always wash with a specific beard shampoo to keep it smooth and slick. A serum is also beneficial to keep your beard moisturised, as well as helping tame unruly hairs. Jim Shaw, TONI&GUY Billericay | https://toniandguy.com/salon/billericay 73 ASK THE EXPERTS
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