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Mrs. Cohen
Super October 2018

Hair/makeup Trial... Not loving it (pics)

Mrs. Cohen, on July 30, 2018 at 4:10 PM

Posted in Hair and Makeup 42

So, I had my hair/makeup trial a few weeks ago. Planned it for the same day I picked up my dress so I could see it all put together. I absolutely LOVED my makeup, with the exception of my lashes. I wanted super full & noticeable lashes, which my makeup artist didn't do. She said she can make...

So, I had my hair/makeup trial a few weeks ago. Planned it for the same day I picked up my dress so I could see it all put together.

I absolutely LOVED my makeup, with the exception of my lashes. I wanted super full & noticeable lashes, which my makeup artist didn't do. She said she can make them fuller on my wedding day, but not having it done during the trial, I'm a bit nervous that it won't come out the way I want (again) on my wedding day.

My hair... well. That was a different story. My hair stylist seemed to be in a rush during the trial and only did one look on me, even though I wanted her to try 2 styles. I really didn't love the style she did on me and it wasn't really what I wanted. I provided her sample photos of what I was hoping to have done, but it fell short. I had to ask her to change things with my hair several times during the trial, and after about the tenth time, I just kinda gave up. I texted her later and told her I didn't love the style and sent her sample photos of what I'd prefer to have for the wedding day and asked if I could come in for another trial to see this different style, and she insisted that a 2nd trial was unnecessary and that she can just achieve the look on my actual wedding day, which is making me crazy nervous!

Has anyone else had this issue? Should I insist on a 2nd trial or am I being too ridiculous lol?

If Hair/Makeup trials weren't so darn expensive & nonrefundable (this one was $200... which goes towards the actual booking), I'd just go someplace else for a trial... but we're already crazy over budget on so many things, I can't afford multiple pricey hair/makeup trials.

The Makeup Look I wanted for my trial/weddingcfb_1008704.jpg

The makeup look I got... still pretty, but my lashes are basically nonexistent Smiley sadcfb_1008706.jpg

My hair Smiley sad Limp and sad looking... not the full soft curls I was hoping for... also HATING there's a part down the center of my head, really wishing she had done a braid or something across the front.cfb_1008708.jpg


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  • FutureStephD
    Super March 2019
    FutureStephD ·
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    I agree. With the brows, did she do a powder or a gel? It looks like powder, if so, would recommend a gel so that it's longer lasting.

    I'm sorry you were underwhelmed/ disappointed with the trial. I would ask her to do a second one. And I realllllly think she should do it free of charge. Hopefully it goes swimmingly the second time AND day of!

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  • Heather
    VIP January 2019
    Heather ·
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    Why didn't she do the second one? This all sounds risky, and I would totally demand a second hair trial. I wouldn't be able to confidently book her with just this trial.

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  • Mrs. Cohen
    Super October 2018
    Mrs. Cohen ·
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    I'm really not sure why she didn't do a second hairstyle to be honest... but yeah, I'm definitely not feeling confident booking with her, but after having to pay $200 for the trial, I feel like I have to book with them, because I definitely can't afford multiple $200+ trials with other stylists/makeup artists Smiley sad

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  • C
    Savvy October 2018
    Celeste ·
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    You are gorgeous either way but it sounds like she was rushed for some reason I would definently ask for another trial to make sure she knows exactly what you are wanting as a fellow beautician I feel she should've made sure you were happy with her services, before letting you walk out the door. You deserve to feel beautiful on your special day!
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  • Courtney
    Super December 2018
    Courtney ·
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    It comes down to you not being happy with it. She either earns/keeps your business or she doesn't. It's really up to her. I know finding someone new is so hard, but rather that issue than not feeling amazing the day of.
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  • Mrs.Bee
    Super August 2018
    Mrs.Bee ·
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    The makeup looks nice. I would just buy my own fill lashes and bring to her. I love HUDA brand lashes. They are super glam! The hair.... If they aren't receptive now, are they going to listen more on your special Day? I think not!! I would consider and alternative plan. Good luck and congratulations!!
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  • Nique
    Devoted July 2019
    Nique ·
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    I would definitely insist on a second trial so you have peace of mind that she won’t disappoint you on your actual wedding day
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  • Mrs. H
    Master September 2019
    Mrs. H ·
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    First off, you are beautiful, but that eyeliner is way too heavy and not at all like the example you provided her. Secondly, the only way you're going to achieve eyelashes like that first pic is if you get extensions or have her use falsies... discuss this with her and see if this is something she can do (if you want them, of course).

    Additionally, I agree with PPs - the hairdo looks like something you could've done and not at all professional. As they've suggested, I would demand another trial. There is no reason why you shouldn't feel 100% happy with a trial you're PAYING for.

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  • edecker
    Super December 2024
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    The hair looks nice, but effortless. Not quite sure what hair look you were going for, but if you aren't happy and felt rushed, i would throw the whole stylist away and get a new one. You are so beautiful, and that makeup looks nothing like the picture to me. The example picture is ALL lashes and really structured brows, and it looks like she just did a powder brow fill and some mascara. Again, i say throw the whole makeup artist away and find vendors that can make you look like your pictures!!!

    Good luck pretty lady Smiley smile Smiley heart

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  • OGbride
    Dedicated October 2017
    OGbride ·
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    I think you're going to need a little extra volume help here based on your inspiration- I'd look into lash extensions and hair extensions. I think that will definitely help your HMUA do a better job, but I would also insist on the second trial

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  • S
    Dedicated October 2018
    Shanalee ·
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    Definitely do another trial for both and be honest...your paying for these services and you can certainly go elsewhere
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  • H
    Dedicated May 2018
    Heather ·
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    You are very pretty but, I think you deserve a head turning hair style and maybe longer lashes!
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  • Mrs. Cohen
    Super October 2018
    Mrs. Cohen ·
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    HEY EVERYONE!

    For anyone following my thread here, I just had a hair & makeup trial with DIFFERENT ladies and I feel AMAZING!!! So so glad I went someplace else! My makeup is flawless and my hair is exactly how I wanted it. I did my makeup trial first, went to lunch, then went back for my hair (that’s why some pics have my makeup done, but not hair). Sorry for the poor lighting in the pics I took, but I wanted to share with you all my hair & makeup that I’m so in love with! Thank you all for your honesty on this original post and I hope you’ll all agree that my new looks is a billion times better 😃

    Hair/makeup Trial... Not loving it (pics) 1

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  • PurdyAikey
    Super January 2019
    PurdyAikey ·
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    I AM SOOO HAPPY YOU WENT SOMEWHERE ELSE!!!! You look so much more happy in this pictures! I can tell you really loved the new style! Good luck on all the things to come!! Smiley heart


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  • Tara
    Master September 2018
    Tara ·
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    Yay this looks sooo good! I just saw this post for the first time and felt so bad. So glad it has a happy ending!
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  • MsPitbull
    Dedicated August 2018
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    This looks way better!!! I love that hair! And the eye makeup looks way better!
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  • Mrs.Bee
    Super August 2018
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    Love the new look. Much better than before!
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  • Cheryl&rock
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    She did not do what you wanted. 2nd trial for sure. She has to show you how your lashes will look!!!
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  • Victoria
    Devoted October 2019
    Victoria ·
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    Yassss! This is so much better! I am so happy for you
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  • thyia
    Super August 2018
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    Still, a stunning bride-to-be!

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