Congratulations on your wedding day! I know this is the mostspecial day of your life and you want to look better than everbefore. Relax your a beautiful woman and with the right makeuptips you'll not only look beautiful, you'll be drop deadgorgeous! The most important thing to remember is don't getstressed. Stress will show on your face and you don't wantanything to ruin those photos.

It's your day! You've got the perfect dress, veil, and shoes -now you'll have perfect makeup. Here are some Dos and Don't tipsto help you on your very special day.

**Do**

1. Use a professional makeup artist if possible. Have apre-wedding consultation so your makeup artist already knowswhat you want

2. If you decide to do your own makeup then visit the cosmeticcounter at least a month before your wedding and have theconsultant try different colors to see what looks best on you

3. Do your makeup before dressing

4. Have your makeup done as close to the ceremony as possible

5. Have a facial two weeks prior to your wedding. If you've nothad facials in the past we would recommend you start thisprocess 3-4 months prior to your wedding.

6. Use a primer before applying your foundation. This will makeyour foundation last longer. It is also a good idea to use aneye primer to eliminate shadow creasing

7. Make certain your foundation is an exact match to your skintone

8. Use powdered rice papers to eliminate any shine

9. Use a light to medium lipstick that is long wearing. If youwill be having black and white photos then add a layer of lipgloss

10. Exfoliating your lips will result in your lipstick lastinglonger

11. Use translucent powder to set your makeup

12. Blend, blend, and blend again to make sure all your makeupis smooth and even.

13. If you are prone to red eyes use eye drops prior to theceremony

14. Use water proof mascara just incase the tears of joy appear

15. Charcoal, navy, or mahogany are your best options foreyeliner. Black or brown may look too severe, especially if yourwedding will be held during the daytime and/or outdoors.

16. When applying your makeup wear a button shirt that can beeasily removed when its time to dress.

17. Place a towel over your head prior to slipping into yourgown to avoid getting makeup on your gown.

18. Don't forget your blush! A pop of color on your cheeks islike an instant facelift.

19. If you've had your hair professionally done and you will beremoving your veil, then have the stylist show your mom orbridesmaids how to fix your style

20. A week before your wedding rehearse your makeup - practice,practice, and practice some more, until you perfect the look youwant for your wedding day

21. Treat nails at least a week prior to your wedding to ensureyou are not dealing with ragged or dry cuticles

22. If your wearing sandals then about a month before yourwedding start your foot treatment so your feet look as good asthe rest of you

** Don't **

1. Do not do your own makeup. Have a professional makeup artistor a friend do it. Chances are you've got a bit of the jitterswith all the excitement which could result in you havingdifficulties doing your own makeup

2. Don't make your foundation thick like a mask. Light foroverall eveness is best.

3. Don't use shiny or shimmering products on dry skin

4. Don't overuse lip gloss

5. Don't have a facial within the previous 48 hours of yourwedding. Facials can occasionally have unexpected results andyou don't need any surprises.

6. Don't pop any pre wedding zits, instead use Visine to takethe red out

7. Don't fret or stress - go with the moment

Follow these tips and you'll be the most beautiful bride on theplanet!