One of the happiest days of your life will also be a long one. There’s prep, pictures, a ceremony, dinner and a party to get through. And no doubt, there will be tears of joy and a few beads of sweat along the way.
Through it all, you’ll want to look your best. The key to it all is makeup that can last all day and night. Luckily, there’s no shortage of longwear makeup which will look just as good 12 hours into the night as when you first applied it in the morning.
Keep reading to add these long-lasting essentials to your bridal beauty bag.
Your Base
Luminous Silk Foundation, Armani, $85
There’s a reason that celebrities and their makeup pros choose Armani’s famous Luminous Silk Foundation. It looks like your skin, but with a flawless glow from within that’s made to last. And what’s more perfect than that for a big occasion?
The Eyes
Stay All Day Waterproof Liquid Eye Liner, Stila, $31
Stila’s liquid liners glide on and stay in place. And they’re waterproof which means they won’t smudge either, so you can go ahead and cry your eyes out if you want to.
Seamless Extension Wispies Kit, Ardell, $26.97
We can confirm that these lashes won’t go anywhere. Since they’re applied under your lashes, nobody can tell they’re not the real deal. Plus, you can wear these Ardell lashes for up to 10 days so they’re good from your rehearsal dinner through goodbye brunch.
High Impact™ Waterproof Mascara, Clinique, $35
Does non-smudging for up to 12 hours sound too good? It’s not, because Clinique has all this year’s brides covered off with a waterproof mascara that adds volume and length, and in an instant no less.
The Cheeks
Flush Balm Cream Blush, Merit, $41
The Internet is obsessed with Merit’s blush sticks for a good reason. They offer a hint of colour that’s buildable, are easy to use and look good on your cheeks and lips. Plus, you’ll get just the right amount of long-lasting glow factor.
The Lips
Pillow Talk Lip Kit, Charlotte Tilbury, $69
Charlotte Tilbury’s lip liner and lipstick are one of the most iconic beauty pairings because they somehow look good on everyone, and yes, we mean everyone. Use the liner as a secret weapon to make your lips look fuller in seconds. It also happens to look even better topped off with the lipstick, which comes in three variations to suit all skin tones.
Locking it all in
Hydro Grip Dewy Long-Lasting Setting Spray, Milk Makeup, $52
Once your glam is done, the best way to make sure it’s not going anywhere is to lock it in place with a setting spray. Milk Makeup’s microfine mist will give you a dewy bridal glow, while also setting your makeup in place for up to 12 hours.
