The Bride’s Guide To The Best Wedding Day Makeup Products

A bride smiling while getting her makeup done by Polished Makeup & Hair.
Photo: Naheeda Spencer Photography | Bridal Hair & Makeup: Polished Makeup & Hair | Spotlight Bridal Makeup Partners: Polished Makeup & Hair | Makeup by Vicki | Glow Makeup Studio | The Beauty Lounge

If you’re a bride-to-be or simply love all things beauty, you’re in for a treat! We’ve enlisted some of Houston’s finest makeup artists to share insights into their favorite wedding day makeup products. From luxurious foundations to long-lasting setting sprays, get ready to discover the must-have products guaranteed to make you feel like the most radiant version of yourself on your special day. Let’s dive in and unveil the secrets behind flawless bridal beauty!

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Dream Wedding Nails at Milano Nail Spa The Heights in Houston

A blush pink wedding manicure with rhinestone accents from Milano Nail Spa The Heights.
Photo Courtesy of Milano Nail Spa The Heights | Bridal Nails: Milano Nail Spa The Heights

Stepping into the grandeur of the Milano Nail Spa The Heights, you are greeted with a mimosa (or margarita!) as you take in the luxurious spa. With over 100 chairs and 130 technicians, this premier nail salon offers every nail service imaginable – acrylics, gels, manicures, pedicures, waxing and more. For brides still unsure about their perfect wedding nail style, Milano has inspirational walls filled with polish and knowledgeable staff to guide you along the way.

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Our Fave Beauty Finds For The Bride

A bride in a precious jewel necklace from tenenbaum jewelers has makeup and hair products applied by Polished Makeup and Hair at wedding venue, The Laura Hotel in Houston, TX.
Photo: Amy Maddox Photography | Bridal Hair + Makeup: Polished Makeup & Hair | Venue: The Laura Hotel, Autograph Collection | Gown: Belle Ame Bridal | Jewelry: Tenenbaum Jewelers | Groom’s Attire: b.Kreps&Co. | Stationery + Tabletop: Bering’s | Table + Chairs: Houston Tents & Events | Cake: For Heaven’s Cake | Desserts + Cake: Not Your Ordinary Cakes | Live Painter: Rendered Moments

In the world of bridal beauty, the right makeup can make all the difference. From long-lasting mascara to buildable lip color, we’ve rounded up our favorite products for the big day and all the celebrations in between!

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Bridal Edit: Chic Wedding Hairstyles For Short Hair

A woman in a pink gown with curly blonde short hair with a braid.
Photo: Annie Kenney Photography | Featured Bridal Hair + Makeup: Polished Makeup & Hair | Spotlight WiH Partners:  Athena’s Brides Makeup & Hair Services | Blo Blow Dry Bar Post Oak | Caked Up With Riley | The Beauty Lounge

Finding an aisle-ready hairstyle can prove challenging for short-haired brides. Luckily, there are a variety of options for shorter locks…no extensions are required!

Rock your natural hair when walking down the aisle by adding bejeweled hair accessories, adding loose waves to a chin-length bob or keeping it modern and sleek.

Scroll on and get inspired by these wedding-day-approved looks for the bride with short to medium-length hair.

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Styleguide For Her: 8 Beauty Finds For The Glam Bride

Four hands with hairspray, a curling iron, lipstick applicator and blush brush apply makeup to a bride with closed eyes at a wedding styled shoot at The Bell Tower on 34th in Houston, Texas.
Photo: Ama by Aisha | Venue: The Bell Tower on 34th | Hair & Makeup: Polished Makeup + Hair | Gown: Belle Ame Bridal | Head Piece: Erin Rhyne

We’re all about a “fresh from vacay” sun-kissed glow, especially for the big day. From a gold-infused primer to silk-smooth eyeshadows in gilded hues, you’ll be glowing in no time with our curated list of 8 beauty finds for the glam bride.

Keep scrolling for the full list featured in the 2022 issue of Weddings in Houston!
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