How should we come prepared for our makeup appointments?

 

Please come with your skin cleansed, free of makeup, toned and moisturizer prior to makeup application. For hair up do's please make sure that your hair is dry prior to your styling appointment. For best results wash your hair the evening prior to the appointment or wedding for a better hold.

 

 

When does the bride get her makeup/hair done?

 

I recommend that brides get their hair and makeup done last. This way they look the freshest when they are heading down the aisle.

 

Should my bridal party get makeup done as well?

 

When hiring a make up artist for your wedding, it is equally important that the bridal party get professional makeup, as they will be by your side and will be in your photos. I will ensure your entire bridal party is camera ready, using the best products for photos, which are long lasting to endure a full day wear.You don’t want to run the risk of someone ruining your photos with the wrong type of foundation, too heavy of a makeup look, too natural of a look or something too out dated. This will throw off the continuity of your pictures, and you might end up with someone standing out in all of your images. You want your bridesmaids to look uniformed, not one that looks ready for a pageant while another looks ready for a day at the spa. They will all be in similar dresses and colours, and so should their makeup. Continuity is key! Proper scheduling of this will ensure everyone is ready on time.When hiring a make up artist for your wedding, it is equally important that the bridal party get professional makeup, as they will be by your side and will be in your photos. I will ensure your entire bridal party is camera ready, using the best products for photos, which are long lasting to endure a full day wear. Proper scheduling of this will ensure everyone is ready on time.

 

Do I need a pre trial, what is the purpose?

 

Consultation pre trials are a very important way to ensure you have chosen the right makeup artist that will represent your style on your wedding day. This is a time where your artist should get to know you, read your personality, ask you questions and create a look based off of your wedding theme, colours, influences, as well as your comfort level. I will do a skin care analysis and recommendations to help prepare the bride with healthy skin in time for her wedding. A full makeup application will be performed with before and after pictures. This will allow you to see how your makeup looks on camera, and what your likes and dislikes are.

 

Is the pre trial included?

 

Pre trials are booked as a separate makeup application and payment is required for this service. Please see the rates tab for more details.

 

Are your products hyper allergenic?

 

I like to use high quality, professional luxury brands in my kit. Please inform me of any skin sensitivities or allergies such as latex or gluten. I cannot guarantee you will not have a reaction to a product, as hyper allergenic means you are less likely to have a reaction.

 

How do I go about booking you for my wedding day?

 

I will create an online invoice & contract for you upon booking and I do require a 50% non-refundable retainer on total number of people requiring services. If for some unforeseen reason I am unable to do your makeup on your wedding day, I will find a replacement artist of equal makeup application style.

 

What payment form do you accept?

 

Retainers can be sent via e-transfer to me at hello@glossmakeup.ca , or you can bring your deposit on your scheduled pre trial date. I do accept cash, cheque, and the option to pay via credit card with a service charge of 5%.

 

When do I pay remaining balance? Can everyone pay for themselves?

 

I do require remaining balance to be paid in full on wedding day, by the BRIDE. I do accept cash, cheque, and the option to pay via credit card with a service charge of 5%. This makes it is easier for you to decipher who owes what, appose to tying to figure out last minute who is still required to pay. Please collect payment from others ahead of time and have it ready the day of. Please note that I do not carry change.