Must Have Beauty Products for Your Wedding Day

I know many brides these days opt to get their makeup done by a professional, and believe me, I did too.  It's nice to have someone pamper you like that on your big day.  If you are doing your own makeup- more power to you!  Regardless, there are some things you should definitely have for yourself that day, just to ensure a flawless look that will last for hours. 

Best Mascara Ever. I buy mine at sephora.com

First, all brides (and women) need to have a great mascara.  Often times, your makeup artist will use your mascara (for sanitation purposes), and if you have a great go-to mascara like I do, you'll want to use your own anyway.  I have tried many mascaras in my time, and the best one I have found is definitely Diorshow by Christian Dior.  This mascara rocks.  I have pretty short and straight lashes, and this one makes them look a million times longer and fuller.  It also comes in waterproof (which is the one I used for my wedding day, of course) and a few other varieties.  I have tried the others, but I always go back to the original.  This is definitely a must-have for me everyday, and it is a great choice for your wedding day- it will last all day, but keep some in your emergency day-of bag just in case you want a touch-up!
 

My favorite loose powder, found at sephora.com

Next, you should definitely have some loose powder handy on your big day.  My go-to is bareMinerals Mineral Veil because it is light and airy but keeps you looking clean and fresh.  I use this along with bareMinerals foundation every day, but I also had it handy on my wedding day.  I found that you want something to touch-up with (since your makeup artist likely won't be following you around all day), especially if it is a hot summer day and you have been sweating.  Even if you got airbrushed, you may need some powder to fix you up after a few hours.  I love this powder and I highly recommend it no matter what your skin type or what the occasion!

Found at retailers like sephora.com

Finally, you will surely want your favorite lip gloss handy to keep your lips shiny and glowing all day long.  Many makeup artists will use a lip stain which gives you color all day, but it is up to you to keep them looking glossy and gorgeous.  My recent favorite is Urban Decay Lip Junkie Lipgloss because I love the color and shine that it gives to my lips.  Then again, I am just a fan of all Urban Decay beauty products these days (particularly my recent obsession with the Naked 2 palette which I recommend to everyone!).  Regardless of your favorite brand or shade, be sure to keep your lip gloss handy for touch-ups and to keep your lips looking glamorous and kissable for your first moment as man and wife!

So ladies, no matter who is doing your makeup on your wedding day, be sure that you at least have these 3 great products handy to keep you looking fresh and gorgeous all day.  Believe me, these are all well worth the money, and I guarantee you will fall in love and make these part of your daily makeup regimen. 

Check out some of my pre-wedding shots of my makeup- loving that Diorshow mascara for sure!