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Behind the Veil Cacho Llige Nuptials

Cool weather, Christmas spirit in the air, shopping madness, epic Manila traffic, a few ingredients that make December a very busy time of any year. Christmas preparations and families coming home for a celebration make it an ideal month to get married. They bring in the warmth and cheer of the Holiday season and the festive Christmas decorations alone bring another cheer dimension. In another blog, I’ll list down top reasons why having a wedding in December is not being selfish. Here is another instalment of my Behind the Veil series with Mercedes Cacho.

This is what Mercedes had to say regarding her wedding preparations for her big day.

1) Please tell me about yourself, what do you do for a living , what are your passions, and hobbies?

My name is Mercedes Cacho. I am the Creative Director for InFrame Media Productions Australia. I’d consider myself a very visual and creative person, so my hobbies are sketching and painting. My biggest passion is styling and fashion.

2) How did you find out about me (Acie Fores Makeup Artist)? What made you want to work with me?

You were recommended by my family.

3) How did you like the outcome of our time together, specially on your special day?

Acie and her team were wonderful, very professional.

4) What’s one special memory you have of your wedding that you love? Could you share that photo with us?

5) What was a good beauty moment for you during the wedding day itself?

Getting ready with Acie, I love her face masks, they were so refreshing!!!

https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2352/4443/products/51bXYqX927L_360x.jpg?v=1534187578 — I normally use a mask with Hyaluronic and collagen in it because I want the face of the Bride to be soothed, and hydrated and appear brighter. You can get this at any Watsons branch.

6) Favorite beauty product, application used during your wedding and why?

I really liked the lipstick Acie and I chose. It was a subtle rose pink color from Project Vanity “Woke up like this”.

https://do6gbw1x8hs3.cloudfront.net/spree/product_images/49874/large/op-WokeUpLikeThis.jpg?1482329013 — In collaboration with Project Vanity and Pink Sugar, this is one of the colors they came up with. Perfect for Brides.

7. Any bridal tips you want to share with future Brides planning their wedding?

You will probably break out a week before the wedding from the stress of it all. If you can, I suggest going away for a short relaxing weekend, or do whatever you can to avoid it. Apply a face mask or get a professional facial.

Jade Roller for Face - Anti Wrinkle 100% Natural Jade Stone Roller - Anti Aging Skin Slimming Massager - Original Real Double Jade Facial Roller - Massage Therapy Tool for Neck and Eyes Beauty — I use this in conjunction with a face sheet or mask to really make the product sink in. It also relaxes, and tones the face and prepares it for th make-up application. It reduces puffiness specially when the Bride has shed some tears the night before. Make sure you are getting the real one made out of jade and not plastic. Jade is cool to touch.. I put this in the refrigerator the night before for extra cooling effect on the face.

8. What is one thing you could change during your wedding preparation?

Sleep in a little longer. I was so excited, I woke up at 5 am. Acie arrived at the scheduled 9 am call time. I could’ve gotten another solid hour!

9. Any beauty rituals you did or received you want to share?

I never get used to get regular facials. However it was highly recommended by Acie. I’m so glad I did it! My skin loved it and I found the experience to be so relaxing! Now that I’m back home in Australia, I now book facials regularly.

10. Favourite Photo of you during the wedding and why.

This is one of my favourite photos, it reminds me how beautiful the whole evening was! All the stress of planning turned into happy moments which made all of this possible.

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February 6, 2019

Behind the Scenes Bridal Interviews PreNup

Behind the Veil: Sandy Henson – de Achaval

You never forget your first time experiences positive or otherwise, it never ceases to be erased in your memory. Sandy was my first bride and my first wedding experience as far as my makeup career is concerned, and it was truly memorable and fun. It’s been 4 years since her wedding and there are 2 additions to her family: 2 adorable female dogs, a Mini Schnauzer named Lexie and a West Highland Terrier Allie. Here she shares her thoughts about her most important day and her beauty favourites which have become her staples that make her feel confident and ready to face the work world.

1. For what kind of event(s) did you hire Acie to create your look?

My pre-nup shoot and wedding day.

2. What did you enjoy about working with Acie? What did you like about her makeup style, as well as her work style/ethic?

It was SO easy with, Acie! She asked me some questions about my style (wedding motif, wedding dress, etc) and what kind of look I preferred. I just told her that I wanted to look clean and fresh (sleepless nights should not show! Haha). That was it! But then again, I knew from the get go that Acie understood me and I personally loved her style so I was very comfortable and more than happy to let Acie do her magic on me. It was a joy having Acie part of my special day and will look back at the total experience fondly.

3. Can you share some photos with us of your look by Acie Fores?

On my wedding day, Acie also made up my bridesmaids.

Sandy Henson - Aciefores.com — Me and my gown; makeup by Acie.

4. What are some of your favorite makeup products/must-haves for daily wear?

Some of my recent favorites are:

Lips: MAC lipstick in my usual shade – Dubonnet BB2

Face:

Benefit’s POREfessional as my base / primer
Benefit’s ERASE paste concealer
Make-up Forever Pro Finish Multi-use powder foundation in shade Neutral Honey

Eyes:

Make-up Forever Professional Aqua Eyes – Water proof eye liner pencil (2L /brown shade)