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Lasting Beauty SKIN Megan McHollister, mlmakeup.com How do you address skin that is oily or prone to dryness? "If the bride has heavily textured skin, I recommend an airbrushed foundation; otherwise, for most skin types I prefer traditional foundation application by brush. First, for oily skin I would use a primer but also an oil-control lotion prior to that. In the case of dry skin, a great lotion is good to use under the primer, but trying new formulas on the big day is risky. I give dry skin a heavy layer of primer and a more nurturing or balanced formula of foundation." What is one makeup product you recommend keeping on hand for touch-ups? " MAC has a great blotting powder which does not add weight or pigment to the face when freshening up throughout the day." Tip: "Do a trial! Sometimes what we see on others or on the runway is beautiful, but when transferred to a bridal look it can be a little aggressive for the soft romantic day ahead." LIPS Nadia Albano, nadiaalbano.com How do you prep the lips before you apply colour? "First, I always ensure the lips are clean and there's no dry skin. Sometimes I'll use a mild realbeauty ere's a good reason why you enlist professionals to take care of the big details on your wedding day. Now is not the time to entrust your girlfriend, the one who really loves makeup, to pretty up your face. So, we turned to three experienced Vancouver makeup artists and asked for their expertise on skin prep, eye makeup that stays put, lips that last — and how to keep it all intact as you get down on the dance oor. Stay gorgeous all day — from early ceremony to fi nal dance — with our expert tips and tricks By Heather Vince Photographed by Dennis Green 84 real weddings / p84-85_RealBeauty.indd 84 14-04-17 12:13 PM