Essential Prep Tips for Flawless Bridal Hair and Makeup at Your Charleston, WV Wedding Venue
- evermoreridgewv
- Sep 4, 2025
- 6 min read
Planning a wedding at one of the many beautiful Charleston, WV wedding venues is an exciting but exhausting part of a bride-to-be's life. Among the many wedding details swarming around in your mind, your bridal hair and makeup often receive attention towards the end of your wedding planning. To achieve that picture-perfect look, some advance planning is required. To help you be better prepared and shine bright on your special day, here are some essential prep tips to ensure your hair and makeup are flawless and ready for your wedding day. This article includes special insight from local Fayette County, WV cosmetologists Britt Humphreys and Madison Jones, both of whom have previously worked weddings at Evermore Ridge venue.
Bridal Hair Tips
Maintain a Good Haircare Routine
To get your hair ready, your hair needs attention leading up to your wedding. Initiate a solid haircare routine at least 12 weeks in advance. I always recommend asking a professional what they think would be best for your specific hair. Common suggestions include:
Regular Washing and Conditioning: Clean and condition your hair every 2-3 days with good salon quality products. How often you do this truly depends on your hair type, texture and how quickly your hair gets oily.
Weekly Hair Mask: Treat your locks to a nourishing hair mask weekly.
Ask your cosmetologist their opinion on a routine for your hair type and which products they recommend. They are the professional and will have the best insight for your specific hair. Additionally, consider a fresh haircut and color about 10 days before your wedding. This will ensure your hair looks vibrant and is easy to style on the day of your wedding.
Pinterest Inspiration and Trial Runs
Britt Humphreys recommends that you always send your stylist inspiration photos for yourself and anyone else getting their hair done. It's important to be realistic with your inspiration photos and try to find photos with similar thickness and length to your actual hair. Britt also highly recommends that the bride always gets a trial run before the actual wedding day.
Dirty Hair is Best, Right?
There is a common misconception that dirty hair is better for styling, but this is not true! According to Britt Humphreys, dirty and oily hair is difficult to style and manage. It can also cause your hair to lay very flat and not have the volume you may be desiring for your bridal hair style. Britt recommends listening to your hair. If you are someone who can go several days without getting oily, then this may not apply to you, but if your hair gets oily overnight, then it is best to wash your hair the evening before or even the morning of your wedding!
Tame That Frizz
If you are not washing your hair the morning of your wedding, Britt recommends sleeping with a silk bonnet or a silk pillowcase the night leading into your wedding day to minimize frizz. This type of prep will help you achieve the style you are desiring.
Please Have Dry Hair
Your hair should be completely dry prior to the hair stylist arriving. This goes for everyone getting their hair done- the bride, bridesmaids, mother of the bride or groom, etc. Wet hair often causes delays in the wedding day schedule, and nobody wants to be responsible for a late start to the ceremony!
The photo gallery below is Britt Humphreys (brittanyh.beauty) styling Jacey, one of the beautiful June Evermore Ridge brides.
Hair Extensions
If you opt for extensions for your wedding day, Britt suggests you do a test curl on them before your wedding day. Often times hair extensions purchased online will be labeled as "real hair," but they are falsely advertised, and they are actually synthetic hair. Synthetic hair cannot be used because they won't curl or style which can lead to a very disappointed bride.
Wear a Button-Up or Robe
This applies to both hair and makeup! By opting for a button up or robe it makes changing easier without disturbing your hair and makeup. Plus, it adds elegance to your preparation process and getting ready photos, helping you feel like a bride from the moment you wear it.
Bridal Makeup Tips
Stick to a Good Skincare Routine
Just like your hair, establishing a solid skincare routine at least 12 weeks prior to your wedding is crucial. This routine should include:
Cleansing: Use a gentle cleanser twice daily.
Exfoliating: Incorporate exfoliation 2-3 times a week to remove dead skin cells.
Moisturizing: Apply a hydrating moisturizer suited for your skin type.
Sunscreen: Use a broad-spectrum sunscreen daily to protect your skin.
A consistent routine helps your skin look radiant and healthy, ensuring your makeup applies smoothly. As always, I suggest consulting with a skincare professional for tailored recommendations to address particular concerns for your skin type.
Get Your Eyebrows Done Ahead of Time
Your eyebrows frame your face, so having them looking their best is essential. Schedule your eyebrow shaping a few days before your wedding. This allows any redness or irritation to subside, giving you a polished look without last-minute surprises.
Last Minute Makeup Tips
In the 24 hours leading up to your wedding, it's best to avoid alcohol and salty foods. These can lead to dehydration and puffiness, which aren’t ideal for your big day. Instead, focus on hydrating foods like fruits and vegetables and drink plenty of water. Aim for at least 8 glasses of water to keep your skin looking fresh and radiant. Madison Jones, another local Fayette County cosmetologist, also recommends you also exfoliate and moisturize well the night before your wedding.
Get Your Beauty Sleep
Prioritize a good night’s sleep the night before your wedding. Rest is essential for looking and feeling your best. Consider applying a high-quality eye cream containing caffeine before bed to help reduce puffiness and dark circles.
Arrive to your Charleston, WV Wedding Venue with a Clean, Product-Free Face
On your wedding day, arrive at your venue with a clean, product-free face. This means no SPF, moisturizer, or makeup products. A bare canvas allows your makeup artist to work their magic without barriers, ensuring flawless application. When makeup artists have this clean canvas, they can create a look that lasts, even during long receptions.
Pack a Few Personal Essentials
Madison also recommends bringing your own products that you anticipate wanting to reapply. For example, if you want a glossy lip, this will need to be reapplied throughout your wedding day so pack your favorite gloss in a small clutch to keep with you.
Brush and Floss Your Teeth
Before jumping into hair and makeup, take a moment to brush and floss your teeth. Fresh breath and a bright smile are just as vital as your hair and makeup. Simple but impactful, scheduling a dental cleaning a week or so before your wedding day can provide you with greater confidence for those close-up photos. For a final touch, consider using a whitening toothpaste or whitening product a few weeks prior to enhance your smile. To learn about how to achieve a picture-perfect smile, click the button below!
The Wedding Day Beauty Essentials
It's easy to get caught up in all the wedding details and forget about your own health and beauty. By following these helpful tips and insights from local cosmetologists, Britt and Madison, you can ensure you'll look and feel your best. Enjoy every moment of your wedding planning and remember to take a deep breath and soak it all in because it will go by in a blink of an eye.
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