Kerry Howell Makeup and Hair

Kerry Howell Makeup and Hair

I’ll try to answer this in the most helpful way I can. As I’m not yet sure of your exact timing, or whether the 6 services are for makeup only or makeup and hair — the answer can vary slightly, so I’ll outline a few scenarios below.

Timing
For a group of this size, it typically takes around six hours to complete makeup and hair, as we rotate between services. To work out your start time, I recommend checking with your photographer what time they’ll be arriving, as they usually like hair & makeup to be almost complete when they arrive. From there, you can simply count back six hours.

Early ceremony
If you have an early ceremony (for example, 11:00am or earlier), that’s when it’s worth considering additional artists to ensure the morning runs smoothly & stays relaxed.

If it’s just 6 makeups
6 people is a very average number for makeup only, and this can comfortably be done by one makeup artist – again depending on your timing.

If it’s 6 for makeup & hair
If 6 services include both makeup & hair — this would be too many for one artist. In this case, adding another artist is usually the best option. I would recommend 1 makeup & 1 hair stylist (if early start then one additional person)

If additional artists are needed, a few things to consider:
• Experience - make sure the artists are part of a small, experienced team (rather than assistants, as experience makes a big difference on the day).  Our team are all senior artists we & work out what best works well for you based on your timing

• Extra costs– for my brides the only additional cost when adding an artist is the travel fee per artist — all other pricing remains the same (check this is the same for other vendors)

I hope this helps. I just wanted to share some helpful info, so you can ask the right questions  — I’m always happy to help if you need anything further.

Warmly, KerryHowell

Kerry Howell Makeup and Hair

Hi there, im so happy to help, this little question has a so many variables to consider.  I hope this helps clarify things & in short yes the trials are paid for as a service. Let me know if you have any more questions I'm happy to assist.

Most established makeup artists, do require payment for a trial for a few key reasons. With over 28 years in the industry, I’ve seen all sorts of scenarios.   The trial often takes longer than the wedding day application itself. During the trial, we not only do the makeup but also have a consultation, take before-and-after photos, a quick video & complete a face chart. The face chart details all the products used, which is helpful if any reactions occur or if changes are needed later.

The photos also give you a clear idea of how the makeup will look on camera, as certain products may appear differently in photos (for example, a nude lip that looks great in person might appear washed out on camera). All of these factors contribute to why trials can take more time & we require payment of this time.

Additionally, without a payment for the trial, some clients could take advantage of free makeup trials, leading to multiple trials with different artists without a serious commitment. For this reason most established artists will require payment for a trial.

However, if you're unsure about the makeup artist, I always offer the option to have a trial before committing to a deposit. Also if  your budget doesn’t allow for a trial, I suggest doing thorough research, look into the artist's experience, reviews, the number of weddings they handle each year. A highly experienced artist will be able to adjust your makeup on the wedding day if needed.

I know this is a lot to consider, but I hope it helps clarify things. Wishing you all the best on your wedding day - Kerry Howell

Kerry Howell Makeup and Hair

I’m always happy to assist, as every wedding is unique. Super happy to provide information that helps guide you in making the best decisions for your special day. I understand how important it is to get everything just right.  I hope this helps.

The first step is to neutralize the color and establish an even base. Once that’s done, applying airbrush makeup will help seal everything in place, ensuring both a flawless finish and long-lasting wear. I recommend using a water-based airbrush foundation, as it’s less likely to transfer. With 12 years of experience teaching airbrushing at makeup schools, I can confidently say this method provides both durability and a smooth, natural look -airbrushing also great for major skin issues/Vitiligo/scar coverage and using airbrushing on tv shows covering these issues. Feel free to reach out happy im just so help with any questions  wishing you all the very best on your wedding day  -  Kerry Howell Makeup & Hair