Natural Wedding Makeup

I am not paying for a professional for hair and makeup. One of my bridesmaids is in cosmetology school and she's doing my hair and another bridesmaid is helping with makeup but I'm planning on doing it mostly myself. If your photographer is talented your photos will turn out beautiful with or without those pros! I personally think skipping a hairdresser and makeup artist is a great way to save money especially is you want to keep it simple and/or have the skills yourself or a family member or friend to help out!

I'm very similar to you where the only makeup I ever wear is mascara, eyeliner, and something to fill in my eyebrows a bit. Maybe some lipstick for special occasions. I've NEVER been one to wear a full-face of makeup and the thought of wearing so much on my face for my wedding day made me really uncomfortable. I knew I wouldn't look or feel like myself.

Everything I read said you should have your makeup done professionally or you'll look "washed out" in pictures, but it wasn't what I wanted to do. So I did my own makeup for our engagement pictures (since they were professional photo quality) and I was more than happy with the way they turned out. In my opinion, I don't think I look washed out at all; I look like myself! So I've decided to do my own makeup for the wedding and I'm so happy I am. If you do decide on professional makeup, I've heard that airbrush makeup is a good idea to have coverage and still look natural. Best of luck to you!

You could do a makeup trial, to see how you feel. but its your wedding and you can certainly do your own makeup if that's what you like!

I don't think professional HAMU is required, but it is nice and less stress on the bride for sure. The right artist will be able to make you look as natural as you want while applying powder & makeup so you aren't shiny and the makeup lasts all night.