Why should you book a professional Makeup Artist?

Professionally applied makeup will help complete the look you spent so many months pulling together. A professional application that takes into consideration your unique features can have surprising effects. Together with a professional photographer, you will see amazing results in your photographs.

Be sure you to hire a Makeup Artist with experience in weddings because timing is everything on your wedding day. If your morning runs late you will lose time with your photographer, your ceremony will be behind and your guests will be waiting.

Why is going to a salon, makeup counter or doing your own makeup risky?

Having your wedding makeup done at a salon or makeup counter can cause delays and unnecessary stress. You are often one of many appointments and customers they have in a day, and Saturdays can be their busiest! Who will do your makeup and do they have the professional experience?

Salons and makeup counters can be using non-camera-safe products - i.e. products that will cause issues such as 'foundation flare' in your photographs. Even your own products could cause these photographic issues.

This is one day you want to be perfect - why take the risk? Having a one-on-one appointment with Tasleema ensures you get the attention to detail and beautiful makeup application you deserve!

Does Tasleema have experience working with your skin tones and type?

Having worked full time in the makeup industry for over ten years Tasleema has worked with many skin types and ethnic backgrounds.

Whether you are dark, olive, oriental, or have skin concerns such as scars, redness, uneven skin tone or acne - Tasleema will be able to make you look radiant for your wedding day. She is skilled in matching foundation exactly to your undertone. No ashy, cakey or pale foundations! Please take a look at her portfolio to see her work.

Does Tasleema provide hair styling?

Through Tasleema's experience in weddings she highly recommends hiring two separate people for hair and makeup.

It comes down to time - you and your party will spend twice as long getting ready with only one person working and there is a high risk of running late or rushing to finish. There is nothing worse than a rushed hairstyle or makeup that won't last the day, and wouldn't you want to spend that extra time with your family and friends?

Does Tasleema use airbrush makeup?

Airbrush makeup has become quite popular recently with consumers but it doesn't allow much flexibility or customisation for the Makeup Artist. In some cases it can look heavy, cakey and un-natural.

Tasleema believes traditional foundation methods are still the most natural and long lasting. Using a sponge or foundation brush allows perfect mixing of colours, finishes and the ability to apply them only where needed. Tasleema uses her signature method of applying foundation to create a veil over the skin. The results are a light and invisible healthy glowing look!

Who can receive professional makeup applications?

Tasleema can do makeup for the whole bridal party and more; bridesmaids, maids of honour, mothers, grandmothers, juniors, flower girls and guests.

Male grooming is also available and is recommended for the groom and groomsmen to help discreetly cover imperfections and control shine for photographs.

How long does a makeup application take?

Please allow 45 minutes for the bride and 30 minutes application time for each female adult. For juniors and groom/groomsmen allow a minimum 20 minutes.

To ensure you're ready on time please allow the minimum plus extra time to get dressed, take photographs and get to your ceremony.

Trial Consultations

Trials are recommended. This is where you will meet with Tasleema to discuss your preferences for makeup on your wedding day. She will apply a complete makeup for you and take notes so your look can be recreated on your wedding day.

Consultations are provided at your home. 1 hour service, day, time and location conditions apply. Visit the pricing page for rates.

Tips for trials:

  • Collect a few magazine pictures of makeup styles you like, keeping in mind your colouring and features. Think about what you like and don't like about the makeup in your reference picture. Does the makeup go with the style of your wedding?
  • Be sure to have clean, moisturised skin.
  • Wear a top similar in colour to your wedding gown.
  • Intimate consultations work best. This will allow you to work together on your desired look.
  • Keep in mind snapshot photos are not an accurate representation of your makeup colours, style or finish. Professional photographers have lighting expertise that capture you and your makeup looking their best.
Will your makeup last all day?

Professionally applied makeup will last the duration of your wedding day with proper care. Professional products are always used and steps taken to ensure your makeup lasts.

Tasleema will also provide you with a guide she put together containing tips for good skin care leading up to the wedding, as well as tips for wedding day touch-ups.

As the bride, you will receive a complimentary Touch-Up Lipstick Kit for her wedding day. Others in your bridal party may purchase these for a small additional fee.

Booking your wedding makeup with Tasleema:

Bookings are being taken for the 2011 season!

A booking will require a deposit, with the balance due in cash on the day of your wedding. Booking forms can be sent to you via fax, email or mail to secure your date.

Please enquire for a detailed quote, questions or further information.

I look forward to hearing from you!