HAPPY BRIDE

     One of the greatest challenges a makeup artist can face is working on a pregnant bride, (because of their touchy nature, the doubled size of the body and some parts of the face) but when u have a pregnant client and u remember the passion you have for making people beautiful you have no choice but to do a perfect makeup to fit the face the 'belle' and the occasion.

COVERGE

FACE: MaryK Oil Mattifier

            MUD face primer

            MUD foundation in GY1 and GY2

            MUD powder DFM 1

BROWS: MUD brow filler

EYE COLOUR: Elf eye primer

                           MUD shadows

                           Mud Black Pencil

                           MUD black cake liner

LIPS: Elf lip primer

          MUD tuape pencil

          Miss Rose pure pink

CHEEKS: MUD blush in gingerbread

        

HAPPY BRIDE

COVERGE
FACE: MaryK Oil Mattifier
            MUD face primer
            MUD foundation in GY2 and DW5
            MUD powder DFD 1
BROWS: MUD brow filler
EYE COLOUR: Elf eye primer
                           MUD shadows
                           Mud Black Pencil
                           Sleek Mascara and liquid liner
LIPS: Elf lip primer
          MUD tuape pencil
          MAC girl about town
CHEEKS: TARA flare blush

Alaba is a native of Ijebu in Ogun State, she is a very conservative person so she wanted very subtle makeup for her wedding, She graced the engagement ceremony in the morning with her light combination of 'blues', later on she was all dressed in her ivory gown which she got from Brides and more for the church service which took place at Rccg Dominion Sanctuary. The products used for her were more of MUD products which creates that smooth flawless finish. Congrats Mrs Nkana

HAPPY BRIDE

COVERGE

FACE: MaryK Oil Mattifier

            MUD face primer

            Milani concealer

            MUD foundation in GY2

            MUD powder in DFD1

BROWS: MUD brow filler

EYE COLOUR: Elf eye primer

                            Sleek and LA Girl shadows

                            Mud Black Pencil

                            Sleek Mascara and liner

LIPS: Elf lip primer

          Jordana Pink and Peach lip stick

CHEEKS: TARA flare blush

Yetunde hails from Okitipupa in Ondo State, she had on a particular type of aso-oke worn by Ondo people for special occasions called *alari* She was looking so spectacular for her engagement ceremony, and jaws dropped till saturday morning when she was all dressed in her diamond stony ivory gown which she got from Brides and more for the church service! She particularly loved the makeover because her face remained dry and beautiful despite the hot sun. The products used for her were well selected and they sat well on her face, leaving her very happy and fulfiled. There goes Mrs Yetunde Adekola!

BEAUTIFUL RHINESTONES

RHINESTONES are pretty diamond stones used to beautify your makeup, they can be found on clothes, shoes, watches, bags, hair accessories and even on faces. Rhinestones beautify the makeup you already have on your face, however if u have a loud eyeshadow u should use cool rhinestones and if u have on the mild ones then u can use sharp coloured rhinestones. Rhinestones are pretty and sleek.

HOW TOAPPLYRHINESTONES

1) Clean and dry the area's of skin, where the rhinestones are to be applied to.

2) Use a proper skin glue (do not use normal super glue as you may damage your skin)

3) Use the face glue wand to dab on the glue to the areas of the skin, where you want the rhinestones to go. (If your face glue does not come with a wand, then use a cotton bud)

4) Gently pick up your rhinestones one at a time with either your fingers or tweezers, and press the rhinestones down onto the glued area.

5) Hold the rhinestone in place for a few seconds to ensure it has glued onto the skin.

6) continue with the steps until u have completely arranged your rhinestones.



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10 WAYS TO LOOK GOOD WITHOUT WEARING MAKEUP

Makeup is used to enhance your beauty, it is to make you look prettier than your natural self. It highlights the best parts of you while hiding (hopefully) your imperfections.


But, sometimes we want to go out and still look great without makeup.


Here are some ways that you can look even more beautiful, naturally. Its easy Just pay attention on the regular parts of your body and let the volume speak from them!


1) Take care of your SKIN from the inside out. Be sure to get enough hours of sleep per night, and to drink enough water. Both improves shadows and circles around the eyes.

2) Make sure your EYEBROWS are always in good shape and always defined. This frames your face and draws attention to your eyes.

3) Wash your FACE and take a bath twice daily. Skin-care is a key factor in looking good without makeup, because ordinarily 'the secret to a perfect makeup is a flawless skin'.

4) Keep your NAILS in good condition, find the perfect nail polish that suits your skin color!

5) Pick a HAIRSTYLE that works for you. Learn ur face shape, and find a hairstyle that looks great on u!

6) ACCESSORIZE...If you’re too tired/lazy/busy to put on some makeup, at least throw on some nice earrings or a pretty necklace. It’ll polish up your look.

7)Wear CLOTHES that make you feel pretty, Make sure the colours stand out and go with ur hair and skin.

8)Try a bit of light PERFUME. Don't put on something too overpowering, though. Nice smelling soap can give of a perfume scent too or even, deodorant!

9)WORKOUT- exercise your body, take walks, sweat out the waste and keep your body in a perfect shape and condition!

10)CONFIDENCE is the most attractive thing, so be proud to be yourself, keep your chin high, your hair out of your face and a smile,a SMILE is a great accessory!

SIMPLE STEPS ON HOW TO TIE A PERFECT GELE

Tying your gele is as easy as making a bow but more versatile Most women find it a tedious task tying "gele" when attending social events. For the benefit of our readers, we have made provision for a simple tutorial on gele. You should observe first, the length your gele.

1)If your gele has a long length u can simply fold it into two (halves) but for a small one just fold a little to create a smooth path

2) Grab both ends of the longest part of the Gele

3) Hold it at equal length from the front of your head and take it to the back.

4) Take either the left or right across to the front of your head then to the back of your head.

5) Repeat for the other end. You should now have the two ends behind your head.

 6) Now tie the two ends together and make sure the wrap is firm.

7 ) You can now move your head gear back a little to fit.

NOTE; if your gele is a short one. You can hold it in equal length and start from the back to the front and continue from 4-7 above

GELE

(The head wrap or head-tie popularly called Gele plays an important part in Africa’s fashion styling, specifically in West Africa. There is a saying that “an attire is not complete until it is topped with a gele) 
It has been worn by them for generations, in the olden days 'gele' was worn only by d king wives and the chiefs wives. Exceptions were given for special occasions like weddings,but in recent years it has become an ultimate fashion accessory for important parties and‎​ big (social) events.
Gele comes in different fabrics such as damask, Sinami, Sego, Janis, Ace and aso-oke, a hand-woven fabrics popular amongst the Yorubas for special occasions in Nigeria.
It comes in different colors, sizes, styles and fabrics. When stepping out to an African function or having your own event your outfit is never complete without the head gear. It’s comparable to a bride without make-up on her wedding day.
It gives a matured carriage, beautifies the face and defines the whole attire... We have different styles of gele which include the round, oval, one sided, arc, layers, V-shaped e.t.c.... However below here are certain styles of gele for different occasions, that is, when going to church, parties, bridal or in some cases traditional festivals. 

HAPPY BRIDE

COVERGE: MUD face primer

Milani concealer 
MaryK 600 foundation 
Tara 
BROWS: MUD brow powder 
EYE COLOUR: Elf eye primer, Mud, Sleek 
LIPS: Mud brown pencil and Jordana Peach lip stick
CHEEKS: TARA flare blush

EYES: Mud Black pencil, Sleek mascara and liner. 

Adebola is half Edo and half Yoruba so she decided to combine both cultures on her engagement day she first wore the Benin engagement attire and Yoruba engagement attire later and she looked very gorgeous in them! She's a very conservative dresser so we avoided too much shimmers and gloss (we used little though). She proceeded to Church in her all flowered ivory gown and she was looking stunning in that too..... Remember that rule of makeover that says *do what your bride wants* its her happy day, make her smile!

TAKING GOOD CARE OF YOUR LIPS

It is advisable to buff your lips with toothbrush in d morning, to keep it smooth and healthy. For FULL LIPS we avoid lining and apply only lipstick (dark colors in most cases i.e Wine, Brown) and little gloss on the inner lips to keep it in shape, while for SMALL LIPS we might decide to line it to emphasis it a little or just use lipstick and gloss. This gives your lips an irresistible look at all times.

When it comes to applying lip liner, ladies mostly make the mistake of choosing a shade that's much darker than their lipstick. The lip liner isn't to stand out on its own, it's to help define your lips, make your lipstick last all day, and to keep it from bleeding into fine lines. It's best to choose a lip liner that's either the exact shade as your lip colour or in a neutral colour.
 Choose a right lipstick color, The color of the lipstick must compliment your complexion. Otherwise, you will look over or funny.
Here is another important lips tip for you. Always choose a lip color that matches with the occasion. A red color lipstick is good for a party or night function but not always suitable for day time or at a business meetings. Lighter and nudes shades are good for office and casual use.

Coverage: MUD eye primer

MaryK 600 foundation

IMAN Clay Medium Dark

Brows: JORDANA Pencil

Sleek Brow powder

Eye Colour/Shadows: Sleek Sunset 568

Lips: JORDANA Wine pencil

Estee lauder pink lipstick

Cheek: TARA flare blush

Engagement makeup is very loud depending on the person wearing it, this is a Yoruba Engagement makeover and the Head gear is comfortably tight and well arranged. Also the shadows complement the "gele" and the lips just soothes the face

BROWS

Did you know that your eyebrows can change the entire way your face looks? Whether you’re happy, sad, confused or angry, your brows will usually convey your mood first. Trust us with your brows: we discover the brow shape, shapen them out with thread, tweezer or blade and fill them with quality pencil and the best brow powder.... Leaving it well defined, very light and long lasting.