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The best make-up for brides: The big beauty brands have everything covered
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Your support makes all the difference.While some brides are happy to throw themselves into the hands of a professional on the big day, others prefer to do their own make-up, and the big beauty brands have everything covered – right down to a masterclass in false eyelash application.
It's worth booking a month or two before your wedding so you have time to practise at home, but any pre-wedding holidays or fake-tan sessions should be taken into account. A spritz of MAC's Fix + (from £8, maccosmetics.co.uk) will ensure your carefully-applied handiwork doesn't slide off before you say "I do".
Dior Addict Fluid Stick (in 338 Mirage)
£26, johnlewis.com
A delicate pink gloss with a sheen that's dewy rather than gluey, apply lightly and remove any excess with a fingertip.
Hypnose waterproof (in 01 Noir Hypnotic), Lancôme
£22.50, johnlewis.com
Tears are likely at some point on the big day, so waterproof mascara is a must; a basic black will blend in with most false eyelashes.
Perfectly Defined Gel Eyeliner (in 4 Steel Grey), Bobbi Brown
£18, bobbibrown.co.uk
Messing around with pots and brushes when you're all a-jitter is best avoided; instead, a more delicate pencil line can be built up gradually.
Les 4 Ombres (in 224 Tisse Riviera), Chanel
£40, 020-7493 3836
A slightly shimmering finish will sparkle in pictures; the delicate pastels in this palette are perfect for the main event, then you can build up smokiness when it's party time.
Illuminating Protective Primer, Tom Ford
£52, selfridges.com
A subtle glow will match your beaming smile – the super fine particles in this base mean you won't sparkle like a 'Twilight' vampire in the sun.
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