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Charlotte
Savvy July 2019

i won't be able to wear any makeup for my wedding (update)

Charlotte, on July 19, 2019 at 12:49 AM Posted in Wedding Attire 0 14
Hi guys so last night I posted about how I had a face biopsy and can't wear makeup to my wedding. I put on a full face every day so being without any makeup at all is very difficult for me. Since the last post I've talked to my friend who's a dermatologist and she said wearing makeup even if it's never been used can put me at risk of getting a permanent infection. That seems to be the consensus. I've thought about it all day yesterday with my fiance and have decided to get married barefaced. This might not seem like a big deal to some but for a girl who's put makeup on every day since eighth grade going makeupless on my wedding day is truly terrifying. Last night I only got an hour of sleep and when I woke up my face was worse. It's gotten more swollen and the dark circles under my eyes have gotten even darker from the lack of sleep. Still, I have tried to keep a positive attitude and hold back the tears. The hardest part was canceling the makeup artist and sending out emails letting guests know why I won't be looking myself. We had the whole look planned out and had to redo everything last minute. I was going to go with a bun but because that would be too revealing I'm leaving my hair natural and curly with bangs to hopefully cover my nonexistent eyebrows lol. I had lunch with my sister who is also a bridesmaid and apparently she and the other girls were planning on not wearing makeup either (I told them to go on and look their best.) So yeah, this is crazy. I'm hoping for the best and trying to get excited for the big day tomorrow. I was already anxious to begin with but now I have to face my biggest insecurity in front of every person that I know on my wedding night. 😵

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Latest activity by McKenzie, on July 19, 2019 at 4:21 PM
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    Expert August 2021
    Ingrid ·
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    You can do this!

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  • Charlotte
    Savvy July 2019
    Charlotte ·
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    Thanks! 🙏

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  • H
    Master July 2019
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    Just remember that you will be surrounded by people who love and care for you and your future husband. I understand it's scary, but your health is so much more important. Also, you clearly have some really supportive people who will be standing up there with you, based on what you said about your bridal party. Your love will shine through, and I'm sure you will still be a beautiful bride because of it.
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  • Charlotte
    Savvy July 2019
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    Thank you Hannah. I don't feel very beautiful but hopefully I can have a good time anyway. As long as I have my hubby Its worth it.

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  • Trista
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    I'm glad to hear you decided not to risk wearing makeup. Take care of yourself and enjoy your special day! 💙
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    Devoted June 2019
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    Oh, I am SO, so happy to hear you made the right decision - I’ve been worried about you ever since reading your first post!!!!!! You got this, girl - I promise!!!! You are an inspiration and are going to look gorgeous. Rock that smile, rock that dress, enjoy your big beautiful day!!!!! 💛
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  • Kelly
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    You're beautiful inside and out, and your wedding will be a testament to that.
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  • Sharon
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    I'm sorry you're going through this and that you have to do something that makes you uncomfortable on your wedding day. You have to look at the bigger picture though and it seems like you made the best decision for your health. Just enjoy your day and the fact that you're marrying your best friend. You'll have that bridal glow and will look beautiful no matter what. Congratulations on your wedding!! Wishing you both a lifetime of love and happiness!
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  • Anna
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    Wishing you all the best!!! Enjoy your big day
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  • Erin
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    You've got this! It's awesome that your bridesmaids were planning on not wearing makeup to make you feel more comfortable. You'll look stunning either way, because you are the bride!

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  • Cher Horowitz
    Master December 2019
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    You're so brave and stronger than you think! Stay confident and remember that you're going to be a beautiful bride regardless Smiley heart

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  • Janine
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    You've got this! I hope your wedding is as beautiful as you are and you can fully enjoy what a happy day it will be! And you could always do a bridal shoot/wedding pictures after everything is healed if you really want photos to have all glammed up! Smiley smile

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  • Brittany
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    Charlotte, I am sorry to hear about not being able to wear makeup. I am glad that you choose to not wear makeup because your health is important. You are a beautiful person with or without makeup. Your friends and family are there to support you and your new husband and the new journey you both embark upon. You will still be the most beautiful person in the room and will have all the love and support from everyone there and everyone on here too! I know it can be scary and you are VERY brave too! You will rock your day and will look back and smile because you did it! You got this! Enjoy your special day!

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    That sounds like the best decision and so sweet that your bridal party will be standing beside you supporting you without makeup!

    Maybe something to look forward to would be doing a bridal shoot after you are healed? Hire your makeup artist and do your look for some photos with your husband!

    Congrats on your wedding.

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