Have you ever heard the phrase “you don’t know what you don’t know”? Well, I felt this way when chatting with the divine Corinna Cooke of Corinna B’s World, the fashion, makeup and everything sexy blog. What I didn’t know was Tear Trough Fillers. See, I have yet to dive into the world of “facial enhancement” but Corinna’s information has me looking in the mirror closely. Very closely. And I’m not sure I love my tear troughs…

Why am I bringing this up on a wedding blog? Well, because as the wedding nears, we know that brides, groom, and all their people want to look their best and the Juvederm Tear Trough Fill is one treatment that makes a dramatic difference rather quickly. This is not just for people beyond 40. No no, as you can see, this is something even the young can benefit from:

Corinna explains as only she can (she’s from New Zealand so imagine her saying this with her rockin’ accent): When it comes to the under eye area, women typically pile on lighter shades of concealer, trying to lift out the shadows and make the area look brighter and more alive. When the volume disappears under the eyes, the skin starts to sag a little, so now you have a whole lot of makeup on saggy skin, which not only is never a winning combination, but also makes you look even older.

Vicious circle, non?

A Juvederm Tear Trough Fill is a very quick and comparatively inexpensive procedure which lasts anywhere from a year to 2 years. The procedures that I have watched have used less than one syringe of Juvederm for both eyes combined. Dr Blume is nationally reknowned for his subtle lip enhancements, so with my clients he puts the remaining Juvederm into the lips, imperceptibly enhancing and redefining the lip border, ever so slightly fleshing out the pout.

Before (possibly a MOB?):

After:

Here’s the kicker: the Blume Skin Centre is giving Phoenix Bride & Groom blog readers a free month of Latisse ($120 value) when they have an injectible service and say they read about it in the Phoenix Bride and Groom blog.

This is a seriously amazing deal that you don’t want to pass up do you? Well, OK, pass it up if you want sunken tear troughs and stubby lashes…but we aware, now that you know, you cannot claim ignorance. Ha ha!

Happy Planning (and beautifying) from your Arizona Wedding Blog!

Kelly

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This should go without saying but  just like a hair stylist with bad hair, never trust a make- up artist who has bad make- up. Unless it’s Halloween, should you come upon a make- up artist who tends to over-glitter,  creates “rainbow” eyes, turns to Catwoman for eye liner inspiration or believes in creamsicle -toned foundation, your radar should tell you to keep looking.

We know many of you are going to hire a professional make- up artist to do your wedding day make- up, which I highly advise, but what about your rehearsal dinner? You still want to feel extra beautiful and your make- up is just as important for the rehearsal as the wedding, right? Luckily, I have the DIY make- up lowdown for you. Jemma Kidd, celebrity make- up artist and creator of JK Jemma Kidd for Target, was kind enough to answer some questions I asked her recently and you are going to love the gems she has for you.

Here’s the beautiful and perfectly made-up Jemma (you can definitely trust her advice!):

KG: What do you suggest for a bride’s rehearsal dinner make- up?

JK: Wedding rehearsal dinners can be just as stressful as the big day for most brides, but they usually allow you to have a little more fun with your make-up. I like to create a completely separate look from the wedding day – elegant evening make-up that makes a statement but is very wearable. Focus on either lips or eyes, not both. If you choose eyes, try a smoldering smoky eye or pick metallic finishes that will add drama – my JK Jemma Kidd Glitterati Shadow Dust Duos ($17 at Target) come in three shimmering shades (Premier, Paparazzi and Debut) to suit everyone. If you’re going for a bold lip look, keep eyes neutral and remember that eating, drinking and kissing will reduce the staying power of your lip product, so keep one in your handbag for touch-ups throughout the evening.

KG: To bronze or not to bronze?

JK: If you choose to bronze on your big day, choose a water-resistant product that will not transfer onto your wedding dress. I recommend my non-smudge JK Jemma Kidd Show Stopper Water-Resistant Bronzer ($24 at Target) that is suitable for face and body. A classic error is to wear a strapless dress and use bronzer on the face only, so it looks as if a brown face is floating on a white neck and chest! To avoid this, make sure to apply a light dusting of bronzer to the collarbones and the column of the neck.

 KG: What trends in make- up colors and applications are you seeing for Winter/Spring?

JK: The key trends for spring 2012 are very varied; the runways showcased everything from gold-leaf embellished eyes at Fendi and bright blue/magenta lips at Richard Chai Love to “no make-up make-up” minimalism at Proenza Schouler, Alexander McQueen and Burberry. There’s something for everyone this season!

KG: What is your #1 tip for brides to look their best in their photos the day of their wedding?

JK: Every woman wants to look beautiful on her wedding day – radiant in person and stunning in the photos. Make-up needs to look good in daylight, artificial light and flash photography. The key to successful long-lasting make-up is to spend time preparing the skin beforehand and then creating a flawless base that doesn’t look fake or heavy. Formulations should be long-lasting to prevent smudges, so consider water-resistant products if tears are likely.

KG: What’s “out” as far as make-up trends?

JK: Like fashion, make-up trends come and go every season. However I think the most important thing with all trends is to interpret them in a way that suits you – adapt the colors, shapes and textures that you see on the catwalk to flatter your skin tone, face shape and eye color. Never follow trends religiously.

KG: Many brides will be using pink or purple for their bridesmaid’s dresses, flowers and decor for their upcoming Arizona weddings. Considering these colors, what should they keep in mind when choosing their make- up palettes?

JK: When choosing your bridal make-up, it’s important to select a color palette that enhances the shade of your dress and accessories as well as your skin tone; however, I would avoid a look that is too ‘matchy-matchy’. You want to look back at your wedding photos for many years to come without asking, “what was I thinking?!” A neutral palette of pearl, taupe, mocha, soft grey or even antique gold is the most straightforward option for beautiful, fool-proof wedding make-up that will never go out of style.

KG: Which JK Jemma Kidd product are you the most excited about?

JK: The new JK Jemma Kidd Red Carpet Lip & Cheek Tint & Gloss ($18 at Target) from my fall collection has become my everyday handbag essential. With its handy roller-ball applicator it’s an easy way to add a long-lasting, natural-looking flush of color to lips and cheeks – great for on-the-go touch-ups!

 

KG: Which beauty products are must-haves for a beachy honeymoon getaway?

JK: In the sun and heat, too much makeup will look unnatural and may clog or slide if you sweat, so go as bare as you dare – for example choose a sheer tinted moisturizer like JK Jemma Kidd Pro Finish Moisture Tint SPF20 ($26 at Target) instead of heavy foundation. Protection is the most important thing – reapply sun cream and a moisturizing lip balm regularly. My JK Jemma Kidd Air Kiss Shine Lipgloss ($16 at Target) is enriched with antioxidant vitamin E to help protect the lips.

Readers, I think we can agree that Jemma’s advice is spot on. Now for the best part: to get the looks as suggested by Jemma, you just have to head to your nearest Target and stock up! I’m grabbing the Red Carpet Cheek and Lip tint and gloss for the holidays…

Chatting Soon~Kelly

 

 

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