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.
Read: Lexi Fernandez stunning in minimalist wedding gown, DIY bridal make-up
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.
She told PEP.ph, "I feel like I know my face best and if I mess it up I can’t place blame on anyone but myself [emoji]."
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."
Lexi shared with PEP.ph the complete lineup of products she used for her bridal makeup.
She began by prepping her skin with the Charlotte Tilbury Wonderglow Primer.
The 15ml variant of this primer is priced at USD25 or PHP1,389.43, the 40ml option is available for USD55 or PHP3,056.74, and the 100ml size is priced at USD137.50 or PHP7,641.84 on the brand's official website.
For the foundation, she opted for NARS Sheer Glow Foundation, seamlessly concealing blemishes with the NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer.
The foundation is priced at PHP2,750 on Lazada. Meanwhile, the concealer, also available on Lazada, comes with a price tag of PHP1,900.
To set her base, Lexi opted for Laura Mercier Translucent Setting Powder, which is listed at PHP2,500 on the official store in Lazada and PHP2,393 through a reseller on Shopee.
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 (Sculpture) for a finishing touch.
The contour and powder bronzer duo can be purchased for PHP2,650 on Sephora.ph.
Meanwhile, Hourglass Cosmetics' Ambient Lighting Palette is listed at PHP5,100, also available on Sephora.ph.
For her eye makeup, Lexi applied the blush and pink tones found in the Morphe Va-Va Bloom eyeshadow palette.
This eyeshadow palette is available for PHP1,469.62 at asos.com.
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.
The Charlotte Tilbury eyeliner is available on Zalora for PHP2,223.
The mascara is affordably priced at PHP399 on Lazada.
Meanwhile, the mentioned eyebrow gel by NYX is listed at PHP580 on both Shopee and Lazada.
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.
The Maybelline Lifter Gloss is available for PHP329 on both Shopee and Lazada. On the other hand, the Urban Decay All Nighter Setting Spray is listed at PHP1,850 on 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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