How to find a makeup artist and a hair stylist for your wedding?

Your wedding is a once-in-a-lifetime event. On that special day, you will want to have a competent professional makeup artist and hair stylist lined up and ready to put your perfect look together. You should meet with your makeup artist/stylist in advance of your wedding to try different looks and colors, and to settle on the look you want to achieve for your wedding day. Having your make-up and hair style pre-arranged will save you time and reduce stress on your big day. The makeup artist/hair stylist should be willing to travel to your wedding day location, as the last thing you need is to be running around on your wedding day.

To be on the safe side, you should start searching for your makeup artist and hair stylist at least 6 months prior to your wedding date. Good makeup artists are in demand, and you want to prevent an overlap with another bride on your wedding day.
A good bridal makeup artist will know how to make you look radiant in photos as well as look beautiful in person.

Here are few more tips on finding a makeup artist and a hair stylist:

1. Read the reviews of his/her past clients.
2. See photos of his/her past clients.
3. Chat with him/her on the phone and get a feel for the person: you want someone who is professional and dedicated to making you look your best.
4. Definitely ask for a makeup and hair "trial run": try different colors and styles, and see for yourself if you like the stylist's work. Communication is key.
5. Anyone can tell you they "do makeup", but a good makeup artist knows how to match the right colors to your complexion and how to achieve the look that will complement your wedding theme.
6. Most hair dressers know how to style, but they don't specialize in wedding hair styling: look for a stylist who is an expert at wedding hair styles.