Contrary to the common practice of brides hiring a professional makeup artist for their big day, former actress Lexi Fernandez went the DIY route and had full control over her bridal makeup look.
A snapshot of her meticulously working on her makeup was uploaded on Instagram, courtesy of her mom, Maritoni Fernandez.
In an exclusive interview with PEP.ph (Philippine Entertainment Portal), Lexi shared how much fun she had, especially since she did it with her loved ones. And she's excited to do it again for her Manila wedding.
Lexi said, "I enjoy doing my own make-up. Getting ready with my mom, Sasha (sister-in-law) and Kristina (bridesmaid) DIY-style was so much fun. And I would do it again for my Manila wedding!"
Lexi was confident in her skills, particularly because she has been handling her own makeup for quite some time. "I feel like I know my face best and if I mess it up I can't place blame on anyone but myself ," she said.
When asked about the inspiration for her bridal look, Lexi explained that she chose a "soft and simple" approach, perfectly aligning with the laid-back theme of her wedding.
Lexi said, "I wanted to keep it quite soft and simple, leaning towards more pinkish tones."
Did she go through some practice sessions to refine her bridal make-up look? She confidently said, "I did a trial once and that was it."
However, Lexi acknowledged that she sought assistance with her hairstyle. She enlisted the expertise of Nicky from The Hair Boutique in Exeter. She also had her hair cut and colored at Salon by Jomar before traveling to the UK for the wedding.
Lexi said, "I did get a hairstylist though because I am not the best at hair. Shoutout to Nicky from The Hair Boutique in Exeter! I also prepped my hair (cut & color) in my home salon (Salon by Jomar) in Manila before flying to the UK."
Curious to know how she did her own bridal makeup? Lexi shared the complete lineup of products that she used. See which products she used and how she used them below:
SHOP: The Exact Products Lexi Fernandez Used For Her Bridal Look
1. She began by prepping her skin with the Charlotte Tilbury Wonderglow Primer. For the foundation, she opted for NARS Sheer Glow Foundation, seamlessly concealing blemishes with the NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer.
Wonderglow Primer, from $25 (approx. P1389) to $137.50 (approx. P7642), CHARLOTTE TILBURY, charlottetilbury.com. Sheer Glow Foundation, P2750, NARS, Lazada. Radiant Creamy Concealer, P1900, NARS, Lazada.
2. To set her base, Lexi opted for Laura Mercier Translucent Setting Powder.
Translucent Setting Powder, P2500, LAURA MERCIER, Lazada
3. Lexi enhanced the definition of her face with the Patrick Ta Major Sculpt Crème Contour & Powder Bronzer. Additionally, she used the Hourglass Cosmetics Ambient Lighting Palette in Sculpture for a finishing touch.
Major Sculpt Crème Contour & Powder Bronzer, P2650, PATRICK TA, Sephora.ph. Ambient Lighting Palette in Sculpture, P5100, HOURGLASS COSMETICS, Sephora.ph.
4. For her eye makeup, Lexi applied the blush and pink tones found in the Morphe Va-Va Bloom eyeshadow palette.
Va-Va Bloom, P1469.62, MORPHE, asos.com
5. To define her eyes, Lexi used the Charlotte Tilbury Rock 'n' Kohl eyeliner. She then added volume to her lashes with the Maybelline Lash Sensational Sky High Waterproof Mascara. Completing her eye makeup, she groomed her eyebrows using the NYX Control Freak Eyebrow Gel.
Rock 'n' Kohl, P2223, CHARLOTTE TILBURY, Zalora. Lash Sensational Sky High Waterproof Mascara, P399, MAYBELLINE, Lazada. Control Freak Eyebrow Gel, P580, Shopee and Lazada.
6. Lexi opted for the Maybelline Lifter Gloss as the final touch. To make sure her make-up lasted all day long, she sealed it with a mist of the Urban Decay All-Nighter Setting Spray.
Lifter Gloss, P329, MAYBELLINE, Shopee and Lazada. All-Nighter Setting Spray, P1850, URBAN DECAY, Shopee.
Lexi and her longtime boyfriend Charles Harry Cordingley celebrated their union in an intimate wedding ceremony held in the U.K. The couple exchanged their vows at the Church of St Cyr and St Julitta in Newton Saint Cyres, United Kingdom, on November 18, 2023 (November 19 in Philippine Time)
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