Arts
In this episode I talk to Glory Eke, a Texas-based makeup artist who gives me the lowdown on how to look your best. Here are our talking points: How her love for makeup was sparked in a dorm room Why doing makeup for brides is her favorite Her favorite tool to apply makeup (it's inexpensive - only $7 at Ulta! - and a trick even beginners like me can do) To airbrush or not to airbrush? And what to do if you're a "crier" What she'll feature on her blog (coming soon) Her 4-Step Process on how to pick a GREAT makeup artist (what questions to ask, and what to watch out for) *Industry note: "MUA" = "makeup artist" Time frame: ideally how much time you want to have in between getting hair and makeup done and the start of your ceremony How to trust your gut when hiring vendors What to ask and look out for during a makeup trial What a professional makeup artist should never ask you to bring Questions they should ask you to determine your best look (or what you should tell them, if they don't ask) What is "the Selfie Fix" (one of Glory's web services, and how you can try it at home) What kind of products you can find at Ulta, and what kind you can find at Sephora How Glory can help you jump-start your freelancing career in beauty with her new course for freelancers A few of her best makeup tips we can use on the everyday Links Mentioned Glory's website: www.globyglory.com Glory on Instagram: instagram.com/globyglory Glory's YouTube channel: youtube.com/makeupglory The local makeup artist I used for my headshot photo (oh heyyyy, that's me in the 3rd pic): Makeup by Jenny Le Real Techniques Complexion Sponge (also available at Target and Ulta) Beauty Blender Sponge (also available at Sephora) Makeup Forever Ultra HD Invisible Cover Foundation (on Amazon) Benefits POREfessional Primer for large pores and fine lines (on Amazon) Makeup Forever Step 1 Skin Equalizer also for large pores and fine lines (on Amazon) The Real-Deal Bridal Bible (my book/wedding planner, on Amazon) What a Good Eater! (my recent book launch with recipes for babies, toddlers, and the whole family)