Makeup for the bride’s mother and sisters
A simple plan so everyone is ready before the photographs.
By Rama Shabaneh, makeup artist in Amman
The short answer
Book makeup for the bride’s mother and sisters at the same time as the bride, have family go first and the bride last so her makeup is freshest for the photographs, and choose a soft glam look with light, hydrating layers. With Rama, Soft Glow is 50 JOD.
Book everyone together
Tell your makeup artist how many people are getting ready when you book the bride, not the week before. It decides the start time and whether everyone is ready before the photographer arrives.
The bride goes last
Family and friends usually go first so the bride’s makeup is the freshest in the photographs. Plan for the bride to finish with a little margin before the photographer starts.
A softer look for family
Soft glam suits mothers and sisters: luminous skin, gently defined eyes and a lip that works with their dress. With Rama, Soft Glow is 50 JOD.
Mature skin loves lighter layers
For mothers and grandmothers, hydration and thin layers matter more than coverage. Heavy powder settles into fine lines; a satin finish looks fresher in person and in photos.