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HOW TO CREATE:
MOTHER OF THE BRIDE

This step-by-step guide is perfect for creating your dream Mother of the Bride makeup, Mother of the Groom makeup, or wedding guest makeup!

​ACHIEVE A NATURAL MOTHER OF THE BRIDE MAKEUP LOOK

This step-by-step guide is perfect for creating your dream mother of the bride makeup, mother of the groom makeup, or wedding guest makeup!

YOU WILL NEED:

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STEP ONE
PREP YOUR SKIN
In order to get the best out of your mother of the bride makeup look, you need to hydrate and prepare your skin.

• Start by applying Hydrating Face Tonic all over the skin – if your skin is normal to oily then apply with a cotton pad, but for dry to extra dry use your hands for added hydration.

• Next, layer Vitamin Enriched Face Base gently on the skin, followed by the Hydrating Eye Cream around the eye area.

• Then prep the lips with Lip Balm SPF 15 - doing this at the beginning of your makeup will mean your lips are perfectly hydrated for when you apply your lipstick.

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STEP TWO
ACE YOUR BASE
These products are perfect for creating a makeup look for mother of the bride over 50 as they include good-for-skin ingredients for a healthy-looking complexion.

• Start with a Skin Corrector Stick under the eye to neutralise undereye darkness and pigmentation across the face.​

• Then layer Skin Full Cover Concealer under the eyes and blend out to the top of the cheekbone for a brighter, even finish.​

• Next, use Skin Long-Wear Weightless Foundation SPF 15 with the Full Coverage Face Brush, starting at the areas of the skin where you see the most discolouration.

• Set your makeup with the Sheer Finished Pressed Powder focusing on the T-zone and blending out wherever you see shine. Top tip! Keep this product in your bag for touch ups throughout the day.

• Apply Bronzing Powder where the sun would naturally hit the skin, start on the forehead, blending down to the cheekbones and jawline to create a natural sun-kissed look.

Top tip! Add bronzer to the neck and chest if needed to ensure colour unity from the forehead to chest.

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STEP THREE
Create your eye look
This eye look is perfect for creating a warm shimmer that will last all day, even if the emotion gets the better of you!

• Brush your eyebrows with our Dual-Ended Brow Definer/Groomer Brush and then fill in with the Brow Kit – we used shade Dark – start with any gaps you see in the brow hair and brush up for a soft, natural finish.

• Sweep Golden Bronze Long-Wear Cream Shadow Stick across the lid from the lash line to the crease to prep and neutralise any discolouration, and gently press the product in with your ring finger - build more pigment by layering if desired.

• Next, apply Long-Wear Gel Eyeliner in shade Espresso Ink across the lash line and smudge out with the Smokey Eye Liner Brush.

• Then apply 1-2 coats of Smokey Eye Mascara for length and volume, followed by a raincoat of No Smudge Mascara which is waterproof.

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STEP FOUR
Finish with your lips and cheeks
When looking for mother of the bride makeup ideas, a good tip is adding some colour to your lips and cheeks helping to create a youthful glow.

• When applying our cream blusher Pot Rouge – our bride wears shade Fresh Melon - smile in the mirror and press into the apples of the cheeks, blending back towards the hairline. Pro tip! Use the Full Coverage Face Brush for the most seamless application.

• Add your Luxe Lipstick in shade Neutral Rose to the lips for a softer finish and press in with your finger to create a natural stain to the lip, or swipe for more pigment.​

• Then finish with Crushed Oil Infused Gloss in shade New Romantic.

Your Mother of the Bride makeup look is complete!

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