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Carmen
Savvy June 2018

Makeup Trial Went So Wrong

Carmen, on May 13, 2018 at 1:04 AM Posted in Hair and Makeup 0 36
So today I had my makeup trial and it came out so terribly. This girl was local and at a great price, so I thought it was going to be great. Once I got to the shop I was immediately uncomfortable because the artist was cold and didn’t seem at all interested in doing my makeup. I played it off because other workers were talking about it being a busy day.

She got started and I calmed down because she started making small talk about the wedding. I felt like things were going great even though my eyes were closed the entire time and I never saw a peek until the very end. Once she held the mirror up, I was horrified! I lied and said it looked great because I just wanted to get out of there. I thought that I was very clear when I was trying to explain what I was going for, showed multiple pictures, and she even agreed that she understood what I wanted. Everyone in the store kept saying it looked great and wanted me to book my day of appointment. I ran out of there so fast and immediately took pictures to show my aunt who has always done my makeup for school dances and such. I was so angry in my pictures and even included my crying one that I sent to my aunt. I wish I could have just deleted this moment in my life. 😭

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Latest activity by Neffe, on May 15, 2018 at 10:13 AM
  • Nicole
    Super November 2019
    Nicole ·
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    I'm so sorry this happened to you. I liked the color of eyeshadows she used though.
    I hope you better luck in the future.
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  • Tara
    Master September 2018
    Tara ·
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    So odd, she didnt even blend your eye shadow. You are gorgeous and have beautiful features, its sad she didnt play them up. Im sorry you had this experience, i hope you have better luck with someone else
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  • Xandria
    VIP December 2018
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    O my! I'm so sorry, idk idk ick. I'm glad it was the trial! And that you have time to find someone new.

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  • JFO-Love
    Savvy September 2018
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    I'm sorry! I had a very similar experience. I can't tell you how many times I said "natural" look and showed many pictures. Then I saw the end result and couldn't believe how caked on the makeup was. It was already cracking and separating after 3 min. And holy fake lashes. It was like tarantulas. I felt like I was in clown makeup. Everyone kept saying that I needed that much makeup for the photos, and I reminded them that I had clearly stated before we started that I was less concerned with the photos and more concerned with looking natural, just better, for one-on-one conversations with the many wedding guests. Just so disappointing when they don't listen and do what they want instead of the person paying! I eventually found a great makeup artist who totally got it and didn't try to overdo it. I am sure you will find the right person. You might want to consider calling this place again, just to share how you really felt about it. Might make you feel better. Not sure. I ended up just telling the first person that I wasn't comfortable with the look and found someone else. I hope you find someone great!
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  • Janel
    Super September 2018
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    I’m sorry you had a bad trial. She definitely needed to blend your eyeshadow more. Don’t worry, you’ll find someone to give you exactly what you want!
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  • Disneysue
    Devoted September 2018
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    WOW! I don't know how someone could mess up such a beautiful canvas! Thank god for trials. I have asked and tentatively booked my HMUA. She is a beautician and friend of my niece, so I'm cautiously optimistic. So sorry it went so bad, I'm sure you'll find the perfect person soon!

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  • K
    Expert October 2019
    Kierstin ·
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    Awe I’m so sorry that happened. Hope if you do another trial somewhere else it goes better.
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  • Caytlyn
    Legend November 2019
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    Oh, honey...you poor thing. You're beautiful, she had to TRY to make you look bad!

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  • I
    Dedicated June 2019
    intheforest ·
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    You're so beautiful. You have stunning eyes , a cute little nose and amazing lips- I have no idea how someone could mess up your make up that badly. Probably you would look better without any. But on the bright side, I am sure your next artist will do it much better. Usually when someone has odd features I think that the MUA had a hard job and the expectations were too high. In your case it is the opposite. You have naturally amazing features and this MUA is incredible untalented. Good luck next time!

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  • TeamTurnage12
    Devoted July 2018
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    Awww... Well at least u have time to find someone else. Don't let that bother u. Better luck next time. I'm so sorry.
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  • Jaycie
    Expert March 2019
    Jaycie ·
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    I'm sorry you had a bad experience. But at least you can take a deep breath and find someone better for yourself. I have a great deal with a girl for hair and makeup and fear something might go wrong but talking on the phone with her I feel really confident I can connect with her.
    Btw I feel so awkward in social situations where I feel inclined to say "yes yes everything is great" when inside I'm screaming and then don't speak up for myself when I should. But as a bride-to-be feel free to speak up with what you don't like or want changed. I know its definitely easier said than done, but you are paying for services and they should be up to your expectations especially if you went over the details of what you wanted.
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    Savvy May 2018
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    It isn’t perfect like you would like and expect for your wedding. One thing I have done is search “makeup artist in Nassau” on FB for example and that way I can see there work before I even try them because I hate waisting my time. Good luck!
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  • Shai
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    Shai ·
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    Wow She must be just starting out. She needs more practice. I hope you find someone that does a better job because this was a waste.
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  • Becca
    Expert October 2018
    Becca ·
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    Well that stinks! Sorry you had a horrible trial. You are beautiful, hopefully you have better luck with the next mua.
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  • K
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    Wow! Now I see that I need to do my trial! I just didn’t want to spend money for it, but I’ll have to. She’s horrible! That’s something that I would do lol I’m horrible at doing makeup
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    Devoted July 2019
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    Yikes!!!! Lol. I had a similar experience for my brothers wedding but it wasn't a trail and the day wasn't about me so I didn't make that big of a deal. I felt crusty all day. My older brother saw me outside in natural light after the ceremony and made this disgusted face and goes, "what the hell is wrong with you" 😂😂😂 I looked like I had been prepared for a funeral... my own funeral lololol. I I'm, dealt with it and thankfully the pictures were fine. It was only horrifying in person. The first picture is me naturally when I do my own makeup and thebsecomd picture is my award winning professional makeover lolz

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  • A
    Devoted July 2019
    Ally ·
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    Ta daaaa! Me. America !

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    Devoted July 2019
    Ally ·
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    Sorry about the typos. I'm on my phone. That's supposed to say ms America lol
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  • ISaidHallYes
    VIP November 2018
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    Awww I’m so sorry good thing it’s was the trial and you can get someone new. You have beautiful features that were not utilized!
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  • Amanda
    Master October 2018
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    Wow .. is she a professional ? .. i actually love the color shadow on you .. but its nit blended and blotcby .. and not applyed for ypur eye shape .. i would have said something
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