Makeup Artist Hunting~

If you're wondering who the lovely lady in the photo is, her name is Sharon Wei. And she's MY makeup artist.

Yes, you heard me right. Why have I got a personal makeup artist? Oh fine. I'll spill the beans. After the jump.

Because I'm getting married, that's why! =D

While my wedding is still some (many) months away, I've been doing some hunting for a good makeup artist. A mighty important person, if you ask me. After all, she's the one who's going to help me slap on the war paint for what is set to be one of the most important days of my life.

Some people say, "All brides look lovely". Yes, I agree. But I personally feel that good makeup enhances her beauty even more. You definitely don't want panda eyes, or blush streaks on your wedding day, no?

I found Sharon through a friend who also engaged her for her own wedding. And boy did my friend look absolutely gorgeous. For day, she looked au naturel and literally glowing, and for night she looked simply stunning.

So when I popped by Sharon's office at the Wedding Isle the other day to say hi, I couldn't help but pause and whip out my camera for a few shots.

I haven't had a chance for a makeover with her yet. That's to be sometime later, next year (and yes, I promise you girls a post on that). But I did manage to ask her what are some of the products she uses on her brides (mainly Estee Lauder, Bobbi Brown and MAC) and why.

Foundation: Bobbi Brown and Kose. Bobbi Brown for those with good skin who need little coverage, and Kose for those who need a little more coverage. Kose works really well for Asian skin.


Blush: Bobbi Brown. It applies very well, and is easier to work with than even some other high end brands. It also blends into the skin, instead of just sitting on it.

Eyeshadow: It's hard to really play with colours for brides as they generally want a classic, timeless look which will still look good 10 years from now. So what better than neutrals and natural shades? And who better at this than Bobbi?

Eyeliner: For a bride, you'll need a liner that applies well, and stays put! It has to last through all the tearing and (possible) crying, and still not budge or smudge. I've tried so many liners in the market and the best by far is a low-end eyeliner from India. It beats all the high-end liners hands down. What's important is that it works.

Mascara: Japanese mascaras are the best for Asian lashes. Fasio is my personal favourite.

That's about all the products I managed to ask her on, as I was too busy oohing and aahing over her tools of the trade.

Can't wait for my makeover! =D