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Ok so my cousin is a make-up artist for MAC and has offerred to do my make-up for the wedding which may sound good but really, it scares me. Now this fear is partly because I haven't seen her do make-up since she was in her Madonna stage in the 80's but even without that, we have completely different styles. How do I approach this? Should I ask her for a trial run? If she's good then wonderful but what if I don't like it, then what do I say?
Personally, I wouldn't even ask for the trial run, because if your gut is right and you end up not wanting her to do the job, then she'll know that you don't like her work. I'd probably just thank her for the offer, but tell her you already have a makeup artist. I've seen the MAC people and I don't blame you, I'd be scared also.
Posted by MrsWmson2be
Personally, I wouldn't even ask for the trial run, because if your gut is right and you end up not wanting her to do the job, then she'll know that you don't like her work. I'd probably just thank her for the offer, but tell her you already have a makeup artist. I've seen the MAC people and I don't blame you, I'd be scared also.
I would tell her you were already interested in someone your friend suggested but ask if she would be interested in helping out the BP.
Posted by MrsWmson2be
Personally, I wouldn't even ask for the trial run, because if your gut is right and you end up not wanting her to do the job, then she'll know that you don't like her work. I'd probably just thank her for the offer, but tell her you already have a makeup artist. I've seen the MAC people and I don't blame you, I'd be scared also.
Find a pic that matches your style and show it to her as an example. Chances are she has outgrown the Madonna phase. I know sometime when I pass the MAC store in the mall I get scared, but they are just trying to attract customers. If she works for MAC chances are she is good, but definitely do a trial and casually mention how you are aware that your styles are very different. Maybe make it sound like you want a mini makeover and don't mention that it is a trial fr the wedding, that way you can change your mind.
follow your gut!
if you were me...id do a trial...being cousins im sure she wont charge you?! Tell her what you want...and let her do her thing. Id act as if i liked it...walk out...if you like it use her if not wait a days say oh im sorry but my girls gave me a day of beauty for the wedding they all chipped in for my hair and make up....im sure you can make up something so it doesnt hurt her! a lil lie wont hurt anyone!!
Thank you girls for your help! What did brides do before this site!
You know... I have the same exact problem. My cousin is a MAC artist as well. When she asked if I needed anyone to do my makeup, I told her that I already have someone booked for like.... the longest time! She is doing my makeup for my brothers wedding, so everyone is happy!
I would definately do a trial.
I would tell a little white lie, and hire your choice for make up and hair. tell her you're friends with the girl who is going to do your hair and make up.
