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Made up by Cathryn

Enjoy some of my musings, tips and advice as a Bridal Makeup Artist in Cheshire and North Wales

Why You Should Leave Skincare to Me on the Wedding Morning

I am Cathryn Kerwin-Rawlinson and I am a specialist of 18 years in Bridal Makeup in Cheshire and North Wales, and when it comes to...

I never thought I would say this but.... "stop using Pinterest to find your Bridal Makeup Inspiration

As a bridal makeup artist in North Wales and Cheshire, it used to be one of my go-to recommendations for brides-to-be. I'd encourage them...

Not All Dupes Are Created Equal: A Makeup Artist's Honest Thoughts

Bridal Makeup artist in Cheshire and North Wales giving opinion of dupes in makeup and skincare

Airbrush Makeup in Cheshire and North Wales

Let's set the record straight when it comes to Airbrush Makeup

There's a lot of noise in the makeup world – especially when it comes to airbrush makeup. I've heard it all as a Makeup Artist with 18...

Being mindful of how your Photography and choice of photographer can affect the look of the makeup

I am Cathryn Kerwin-Rawlinson and I am a Bridal Makeup Artist for over 18 years in North Wales and Cheshire and with this comes...

A bit of kindness and consideration

Weddings are emotional. They're exciting, fast-paced, and full of moving parts — people coming together to make one incredibly special...

The Truth - When it comes to your makeup and how important skincare really is.....

Why Your Bridal Makeup Isn't Working – And What You Can Do About It As a professional makeup artist with over 18 years of experience,...

Bridal beauty at every age - Makeup for all generations

Bridal Makeup for all ages

The Curse of the Cadburys Purple

A look back at the trends in bridal over the years

Exosomes the new buzzword in Skincare

The new buzzword in skincare using exosomes to restore and hydrate your skin.

Glowing makeup comes from the work you do on the run up to the wedding day...

Glowing Skin Comes From Within (Yes, It's a Bit of a Cliché—but It's True)..... We've all heard it before—"glowing skin comes from...

Trust your Makeup Artist - We know what we are doing.....

I am Cathryn Kerwin-Rawlinson and after 18 years of painting faces, prepping countless brides, calming nervous mums, and transforming...

Finding the perfect lipstick for your wedding day

Finding the perfect lipstick for your wedding day.

New skincare product review - Rodial Dragon's Blood Water Serum

Skincare review using Rodial Dragons Blood Water serum

Fake Tan - Things to be aware of if you plan to wear this on your wedding day....

Things to consider if you plan on wearing fake tan on your wedding day

The Power of Women in the Wedding Industry: A Celebration of Female-Led Businesses

The wedding industry is a truly unique space—one filled with creativity, passion, and dedication. For those of us who work within it,...

Are you considering wearing Glasses on your wedding day?

Are you considering wearing glasses on your wedding day?

The options for lashes for your wedding day

Choosing the perfect eyelashes to compliment your wedding makeup look from Made up by Cathryn Bridal Makeup Artist

The Timeline of prepping your skin for your wedding day especially for Bridal Makeup

Time line for your skin prep on the run up to your wedding day for the most flawless bridal makeup

Staying True to My Style: Why Natural, Polished Makeup Will Always Be My Signature in Bridal

natural bridal makeup will always be my style as a bridal makeup artist in North Wales and Cheshire