Includes one pair of false adhesive lashes
Average time: 45 mins - 1 hour depending on complexity of the look
Salon based or mobile if 4 people book for glam
This is special occasion make-up basically any make-up that’s not a wedding. You could be doing a photoshoot, headshots, going out for dinner, birthday make-up, Christmas make-up, a guest at a wedding - you name it!
Make-up and simple hair styling - £50 p/h
Local travel included
Enquires set to olivialucymakeup@gmail.com
Photographers:
Pregnancy beach shoot: Amber Brundson
Bridal lingerie shoot: Stephanie Beken
Kingston Maurward LGBTQ Bridal Shoot: Holly Hock
Fashion Shoot: Simon Ackerman
Bridal w/Leather Jacket shoot: Hannah Lovemore
Beach location Bridal shoot: Hannah Lovemore
Engagement photoshoot: Lewis and Schofield
Do you not know where to start with your make-up? Have a bunch of random products that you don’t really know what your doing with them? A few brushes that came as freebies in a set with some make-up that’s been in your make-up bag for 10 years?
I can help!
A completely tailored make-up lesson to your products, wants and face! Bring your make-up bag in with you (don’t be embarrassed I’ve seen it all!) and let’s work through together what’s salvageable to use and get great results with, combined with the help of my professional make-up kit to create either a simple, easy day time look for you or something a bit more glamorous that would be suited for a meal out or special occasion!
Either watch me complete your whole look or I can demo on one side and you can give it a try yourself on the other while I guide you.
Then receive a full emailed list of products we used and the correct shade matching for you. I can work to any budget from Maybelline to Dior!
Make up lessons can be for one, two, three or even up to six people! I can also host a ‘Make up party’ at your house where I demo a look on one of you or your guests for the whole group to learn, a perfect girly evening with a few bottles of prosecco!
These make-up lessons have absolutely no age limit and are perfect for any age, whether its teenagers looking to avoid orange make-up at school or you want to come in with your Granny to get her feeling glam again! Make-up lessons for more than one person can be more than one look - so a mother and daughter would learn a look for mature make-up and a look for teenage make-up. It’s all personalised to you, how natural you like it, how glam you want it to be! It’s completely customisable.
Please see below for prices. Let’s get you feeling good about yourself again!
Everyday make-up lesson for 1 person - 1 hour £50
Glam make-up lesson for 1 person - 1 hour 30 mins £7 5
Learn both Everyday and Glam make-up for 1 person - 2 hours - £85
Make-up lesson for 2 people, learn everyday and Glam - £100
Group Make-up Lessons - Please e-mail me with your enquiry.
Keep your eyes peeled as group make-up masterclasses will be coming very soon to Olivia Lucy!
After your make-up lesson I will email a full list of products and step by step of what we practiced in the salon.
As a make-up artist, I can have all the potions and lotions in the world and apply them with my fingers crossed that morning but without a doubt the best thing you can do to make the most of your bridal make-up is to have a bullet proof skincare routine that you stick to daily in the lead up to the wedding.
With dry skin you need to focus on a few key areas, this is for both the under eyes and the skin.
Hydration:
Is your skin hydrated? How much water are you drinking? Upping your water intake will improve the absorption of products on your face. We want the make-up to glide on effortlessly. Dehydrated skin will lead to flaky, thirsty looking skin.
SPF:
Ideally you need to have a day cream with SPF in, especially if you are using exfoliating acids (more on these later). Sun damage can really dry out the skin and lead to uneven skin and there is nothing worse (trust me) than a bride with sunburn. Sunburn skin is very difficult to cover and as the chest normally gets sunburn as well we end up having to apply foundation all over the face, neck, chest… arms… it’s just a never ending battle to try and cover the redness.
Exfoliation:
Dry skin can lead to flaky, dead skin cells sitting on the surface of the skin. Not only can this be seen from a distance and show up in photos but is also not conducive with applying powder. Powder is fantastic at making the make-up last as it prevents excess oils from mixing with the foundation and making it move/not last. Powder combined with flaky skin will only dry the skin out more and create texture and cakey make-up.
It is not ideal to exfoliate the skin and then apply make-up straight away. This is something that either needs to be done regularly in the build up to the wedding so that the skin is fresh, dewy and there are no dead skin cells, or done on the morning of the wedding hours before make-up application.
There are two different types of exfoliation that I would recommend. Chemical exfoliation is an option, if the solution is strong then I would recommend this once a week or every 3 days if your skin can handle it, you can get at home-chemical peels which are amazing for dead skin cells. There are also chemical exfoliating toners - this is gentle enough for daily/twice daily use and is amazing at loosening the glue that holds the dead skin cells to the skin. If you chemically exfoliate you need to use an SPF as exfoliating the skin makes it more sensitive to the sun. With an exfoliating product you are looking on the label for Lactic Acid, AHA or BHA acids.
Physical exfoliation must be gentle, like a walnut scrub, nothing too harsh on the skin. If it hurts when you use it or it leaves the skin very red then you are either rubbing too hard, the beads in the exfoliator are too small and are grating at the skin like sand or the ingredients are too harsh. Use a gentle exfoliator once a week - you don’t want to be scrubbing your skin everyday as this will do more damage than good.
Eye cream - this is vital for the perfect under eye. Dry under eyes mean that once make-up is applied, the creases are accentuated. Typically for an under eye on a wedding day I will apply an eye cream, then a concealer and a powder. If the undereye is incredibly dry, I have to put my faith in an eye cream based on one application, if you can introduce an eye cream to your regime before the wedding it will be so much more effective than me trying to hydrate the area right before your make-up. Don’t apply an eye cream too close to your eyeball, if you apply an eye cream on the bone, the skin naturally absorbs products right up to the eye for you. If an eye cream ever stings you should not continue with use and you also only need a tiny amount.
Moisturiser - if you have blemish prone skin, but its dry - you’re probably terrified of creamy moisturisers because they leave a greasy residue. If you have dry skin then a creamy moisturiser twice a day will be amazing for your skin. If you have blemish prone skin then opt for something with ‘lightweight’ or ‘gel’ in the name. These hydrate the skin and give it a refreshing feeling. You should use a day cream with SPF in in the day and a night cream or standard moisturiser in the evening.
Cleansing - Cleansing your skin is super important, wether its a simple bar of soap or a fancy up market cleanser, it’s important to clean your face in the morning as your pillow can harvest a lot of bacteria plus you may sweat in the night and have oils on your face- not something you want to put make up on top of, and it is important to clean your face after a day of being outside, inside, wearing make up, or not wearing make up, the skin will still create oils and you will be touching things all day and then touching your face. A lot of my clients have found amazing results with the LumiSpa device - I have a website for this brand which allows me to offer you 20% which is the reason I mention it. This device cleanses and gently exfoliates at the same time. For more info on the LumiSpa click here
I will link below some of the products that I have mentioned with 20% off - please do not feel pressured to buy these as I understand they are in the higher price range, but i do know that they work and have had very big client success rates with them as I have been with the company 1.5 years now. You can easily pop into Superdrug/Boots and grab the same products at a fraction of the price but I will link them anyways if you want to have a look: click here
Blemish Prone Skin: Thirst Fix Gel Moisturiser and Lightweight Day Lotion with SPF
Not Blemish Prone: Moisturise Me Intense Hydrating Cream and Day Cream with SPF
If you look after your skin, it will GLOW on your wedding day and your make-up will last longer, look better, be smoother, photograph better and stay put. If you have any questions please get in contact xx
If you have oily skin, particularly oily under eyes that cause concealer to crease, there are several tips and tricks you can follow to help prevent this issue and ensure your makeup stays in place. Here's some advice for makeup wearers with oily skin:
Establish a skincare routine: Start a consistent skincare routine well in advance of your wedding day. Cleanse your face twice daily with a gentle, oil-free cleanser to remove excess oil and impurities. Follow up with a toner to balance the skin's pH levels. Use a lightweight, oil-free moisturizer to keep your skin hydrated without adding extra oil.
Exfoliate regularly: Incorporate regular exfoliation into your skincare routine to remove dead skin cells and unclog pores. Opt for a gentle exfoliator that is suitable for oily skin and use it 1-2 times per week. This helps to keep your skin smooth and promote a more even makeup application.
Hydrate from within: Drinking an adequate amount of water daily helps keep your skin hydrated and can reduce excessive oil production. Aim for at least 8 glasses of water per day to maintain your skin's natural balance.
On the wedding day these are the steps I will take to ensure your make-up stays on:
Prep your skin: Properly preparing your skin is crucial. I will start by cleansing your face with a gentle, oil-free cleanser to remove excess oil and dirt. I will then follow up with an oil-free moisturizer that is suitable for oily skin. This step helps balance the skin's moisture levels and prevent excessive oil production.
Use a primer: Applying a mattifying primer specifically formulated for oily skin can help create a smooth canvas and control oil throughout the day. Focusing on the areas where you experience the most oiliness, including your under eyes.
Choosing oil-free and long-lasting products: Opting for oil-free foundations, concealers, and setting powders is key. Products labeled as "matte," "oil-free," or "long-lasting." are formulations are designed to minimize oiliness and help your makeup stay in place for longer.
Set your concealer: After applying your concealer, I will set it with a translucent powder to prevent creasing. Using a small fluffy brush or a powder puff to gently press the powder onto the concealer. This step helps absorb excess oil and locks the concealer in place.
Applying minimal product: Using a light hand when applying concealer. Applying too much product can contribute to creasing, especially if you have oily skin. Starting with a small amount and build up if needed. Making sure to blend the concealer well to achieve a seamless finish.
Avoid heavy eye creams: While moisturizing the under-eye area is essential, using heavy or greasy eye creams can contribute to creasing. I will opt for lightweight, oil-free eye creams specifically formulated for the delicate under-eye area.
I will finish your makeup routine with a setting spray designed for oily skin. A setting spray helps lock your makeup in place, controls oiliness, and extends the wear time of your makeup.
What YOU can do to help your make-up last all day:
Blot throughout the day: Oily skin tends to produce excess oil throughout the day, which can lead to makeup breakdown. Keep oil-absorbing sheets or blotting papers handy to blot away excess oil when needed. Avoid rubbing or dragging the paper across your skin to prevent disrupting your makeup. I can provide these for you on the morning to keep in your purse for the day.
Touch up with powder: If you notice any creasing or oiliness throughout the day, gently blot the affected area with a tissue or oil-absorbing sheet, then lightly dust some translucent powder over the area to freshen up your makeup.
Remember, it may take some trial and error to find the right combination of products and techniques that work best for your skin. Be patient and experiment with different options until you achieve the desired results.