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Beginner December 2021

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Claudia, on September 20, 2019 at 3:08 PM Posted in Do It Yourself 0 24
So I was wanting to do my own makeup for my wedding, something simple like the photo, and I am quite good at makeup but I do suffer from anxiety and dont know if I should hire an MUA for the big day. On one hand I will save money and know exactly what I want and works if I do it my self, but on the other if I hire an MUA I dont have the worry of possibly having a panic attack over makeup on my wedding day. What do you guys think?

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Latest activity by Camilla, on October 17, 2019 at 12:54 AM
  • Cher Horowitz
    Master December 2019
    Cher Horowitz ·
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    I think your makeup looks beautiful! You've got great talent

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  • Amber
    Master February 2020
    Amber ·
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    I agree, your makeup looks amazing. As long as you practice the look you want a few times before the wedding, I think you'll be fine. Unless you want to hire a MUA just for the sake of being pampered the day of, I say DIY Smiley smile

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  • Cyndy
    Master May 2019
    Cyndy ·
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    I think your makeup looks amazing and it’s a great way to save money.
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  • Talia
    Super October 2020
    Talia ·
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    I think you look beautiful! I would do it. I thought that having a MUA would put less stress on me but it put more!!! I had a trial and hated it. I'm good at makeup so I think I could take the stress off bc I know how I'd look.

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  • Ivy ORP
    VIP October 2019
    Ivy ORP ·
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    Is doing your make-up something that often gives you anxiety attacks or is it just the importance of the day? I think your make-up is incredible in the picture and it seems you would know how to recreate that. Have you had anxiety over doing your make-up for other events? I don't really know what to tell you to do, but these are the questions and thoughts I would use to evaluate which option would work best.

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    Beginner December 2021
    Claudia ·
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    Thank you!
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    VIP July 2017
    Becky ·
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    You have a great deal of talent, for sure. You need to weigh whether it is worth the prospect of a panic attack to save the money on a MUA. For me, I had concerns about both shaky hands and make-up not being as waterproof as I would have liked, so I went with professional make-up - but only you can know how likely you are to have a problem on that day and what having a professional will do to your budget.

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    Beginner December 2021
    Claudia ·
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    Is not so much being pampered is more of the anxiety part, I dont know how anxious I will be that day. But I am leaning more towards DIY, thank you!
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    Beginner December 2021
    Claudia ·
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    I did not even think of that! An MUA could cause me stress too, thanks!
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    Beginner December 2021
    Claudia ·
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    Never have had anxiety over makeup, like you said is more because the importance of the day. Thank you for the reflecting questions!
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    Beginner December 2021
    Claudia ·
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    Yes I am afraid of shaky hands! Thats why I am so torn, I know I can do long lasting makeup. But if my hands are shaky it will be sloppy. I am thinking maybe I can do a trial run for my engagement shoot and if I am even just a little shaky I will go ahead and hire an MUA for the big day. Thank you so much for your input!
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  • Cristina
    Expert April 2021
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    First of all your makeup SLAYS! I think it looks super pretty and you did a really good job. If I actually knew how to do makeup I would save it and do it myself. I think it's really up to you. If you don't want any added stress then hire someone but I think you can pull it off. Good luck!

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    Legend June 2019
    Melle ·
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    You look so pretty with that make up you did !
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  • J
    Devoted November 2020
    Jessica ·
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    Your makeup looks so good! and natural

    I'm worried about makeup artist because the weddings I have been at guest at the brides don't look like themselves and I def do not want to look different because of the makeup application So I am still debating on it

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  • Martha
    Devoted September 2019
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    If it helps with not stressing, it might be better to have a mua do it. That being said, I think it looks awesome and very natural. If you get a mua, hopefully she can do your makeup exactly how you like!

    I had a mua, but I still ended up stressed. I got my makeup done last since I was the bride, but we were running late so mine felt rushed. She also put too big of eyelashes on, and I wanted a more natural look, but there was not time to redo it, we already had the limo waiting 20 min! Make sure to have a super tight schedule.
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  • Pirate & 60s Bride
    Legend March 2017
    Pirate & 60s Bride ·
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    OMG. I almost always prefer the pro look. But you nailed it. I would just give yourself more time then you think and go for it!
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  • Diana
    VIP December 2019
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    I absolutely love your makeup!!! You did a wonderful job!!
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  • Jessica
    Devoted November 2019
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    I love it! Can you do my make up?!😍 I would just do a couple practice runs, take photos in various lighting (with and without flash) to ensure it ohotos well. Organize materials and even write out step by step instructions for you to follow and of course give yourself plenty of time. Remember you can always touch up throughout the night if needed.
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  • Alyssa
    Devoted October 2019
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    I love your make up. You did amazing on it!
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    Dedicated October 2021
    Krystal ·
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    I love your makeup!
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