Makeup by Nel - Bridal Makeup - San Francisco, CA

Makeup by Nel Bridal Services

If you're seeking a trained expert that can beautify your bridal party and help them look their best all day/night, please look no further.

Makeup by Nel will give you the same attention and care that you have put into planning this spectacular event.

Special Tips by Nel for the Bride

Ladies, from the time he pops the question....leading up to your special day please take the following measures to be extra radiant on your wedding day!

1. Drink plenty of H20, preferably 8-10 glasses a day! (I personally like Smart Water)

2. Treat your skin as it should be treated and during the engagement what better time to pamper your self. Daily Regimen is simple: Cleanse, tone, moisturize, be sure to pick products for your skin type (normal, oily and dry).

3. Exfoliate once a week. Get rid of the dead skin cells sitting on the surface. Please select a mild and gentle exfoliant to ensure that we are not using something to harsh that could damage the skin.

4. Avoid excess consumption of chocolate, salty snacks and alcohol. Although these items may be desirable, they can cause unwanted acne and dull lack-luster skin tones.

5. Find a deep cleansing clay masque that you can apply as needed. My favorite is by a company called Borghese, it's called Fango Mask. This is an Italian Mud that Provides mineral nourishment and will rid skin of impurities.

6. Become a lipstick junkie, literally pick about six colors each of them from different shades and hues. Keep all tubes in your makeup bag and try over and over again. Look in the mirror, practice your signature pucker lip, snap pictures on your cell phone and kiss post it notes. Rely on yourself and pick two that you love. At your bridal consultation, share the winners with Makeup by Nel and together we will select the color that best suites your wedding day look!

7. With the innovation of lash enriching products try using one for at least eight weeks prior to the wedding. There is nothing like big beautiful natural lashes on a blushing bride. If you need tips on which one to purchase contact me for guidance.

Wedding Day Frequently Asked Questions

Where will you be doing my makeup?

I come to your location. This is one of the most memorable days of your life and you should not have to worry about where to go for your wedding day makeup. During your bridal makeup consultation, we will finalize the details about when and where I will meet your party. The important thing to note is that, I come to you. Makeup by Nel comes to your venue with all materials and supplies ready to be a part of the team of experts to assisting your dream wedding.

I like how I look when I do my makeup, why can't I just do it myself?

Frankly, you're spending a lot of money on the ceremony that you have dreamed of since you were a little girl. On this magical day having makeup professionally applied will ensure that your photographs will look the best. Bridal Services from Makeup by Nel will provide a flawless finish and assist with making your photographs timeless.

Even if your makeup looks great on a daily basis, makeup for photography is different and expert techniques of the product application is essential. With over ten years of bridal makeup experience you can rest assured that you will look your best. You will also have the added benefit of one less thing to worry about on the day of and get pampered which will make your wedding even more spectacular.

How long will it take on the wedding day, the schedule is tight and there's little room for error?

In most cases, 3 to 4 hour time frame maximum for the entire wedding party. Another value-add for going with Makeup by Nel, is that the timing is down to a science. We are going to bring as many artists and/or assistants as it takes to get you done within the allotted schedule. The bride generally takes 45 minutes to one hour per and the attendants approximately 30 minutes. In the event of a very early morning wedding, we will take the necessary steps so that everyone is picture perfect on time for photos. Makeup by Nel will ultimately be extremely accommodating so the bride and her party, can have plenty of beauty rest!