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2016 - 2017 prices.

When you book Tina you are safe in the knowledge that you are booking a Professional make-up artist.

Tina's price reflects her - Luxury service, expertise, reputation, time, knowledge, personalised customer service and client care plus a thoroughly clean and sanitised make-up kit. Tina also invests a lot of money into updating her make-up kit with only the highest quality products and tools.

Similar to photographers, the time Tina spends on one client is not just the couple of hours spent on the make-up trial and on the wedding day/occasion. Tina spends on average 4 hours per client minimum, (this includes phone calls/e-mails and messages/research/feedback, etc.)

Quotes and packages are bespoke to suit the clients requirements and needs.

Make-up lesson - *£150 (1 hour.) This includes - research prior to your consultation and any e-mails, before and after photograph, in-depth consultation and make-up lesson catered for your needs and requirements, personalised face chart and product list, step by step make-up procedure, (e-mailed after the lesson.)

Bridal make-up trial and wedding day make-up - *£250, (includes initial consultation and make-up trial at Tinas' make-up studio, before and after photographs, occasion make-up at your home/venue on the wedding day, false eyelashes for both the make-up trial and on the wedding day.) For other ladies requiring make-up in your wedding party, Tina will work out a personalised quote for you.

*Travel may be added and is calculated upon receipt of your enquiry.

Please fill in an enquiry form and Tina will respond within 24 hours.

Make-up lessons galore and a Happy new year to you all!xxx

I have been inundated recently with requests for make-up lessons. From Mothers who are at their wits ends from their daughters contouring habits, Husbands who have been constantly asked for a make-up lesson with me and also from ladies requiring help with applying their own make-up - we are never taught at school are we!! I believe this should be part of the curriculum! Make-up is such a powerful tool.

Christmas has been a very busy period for me and I have loved helping all of my lovely clients. I have also had the pleasure to work with some amazing, professionals recently and this past year. This has been my busiest year to date. 2016 is nearly booked up and 2017 is looking very busy too. I really am so grateful and love working with you all. Thank you all so much for all of your lovely e-mails, comments and for following me on Facebook, etc.

I would like to take this opportunity to wish you all a very Happy, healthy new year.

Never underestimate the power of make-up, not only is it good for you in your appearance, but it goes hand in hand with your well-being and confidence. A slick of lipstick and you can feel better instantly! Happy new year!xxx

Bridal and Wedding / Make-Up Lessons / Make-up tips / Mature Ladies Make-Up / News & Events - 12/30/2015

Christmas wish list 2015...

Its beginning to look a lot like Christmas!....there's so much on offer out there, make-up wise for us, it can all get a little bit crazy to decide what to put on our Christmas list or to buy those make-up lovers in your life. Here I have tracked down a few beauties, plus of course, I am offering my very popular Make-up lesson/session vouchers (£150 for an hour session. You will receive a bespoke session in my make-up studio in Healing, skin preparation, make-up application, false eyelashes, before and after photograph, a personalised face chart/product list, and a make-up procedure sheet. E-mail me - tina@tinabrocklebank.co.uk and I will send you info on how to purchase.)

Hourglass Ambient lighting edit - £65 - www.liberty.co.uk

Hourglass ambient lighting edit.

Dior Addict gloss in Sparkle - £22.50 - www.selfridges.com

Dior Addict gloss

Nars Steven Klein Fantascene killer shine lipstick in Shame - £20 - www.narscosmetics.co.uk

Nars Lipstick

Bobbi Brown sequin eyeshadow in Constellation - £25 - www.bobbibrown.co.uk

Bobbi Brown sequin eyeshadow

Tom Ford waterproof mascara - £39 - www.harrods.com

Tom Ford mascara

MAC studio eyegloss in Pearl vanish - £16 - www.maccosmetics.co.uk

MAC studio eye gloss

Topshop smoke stick in Treasure rocks - £6.50 - www.topshop.com

Topshop smoke stick

Happy shopping!x

Get the look / Make-up kit and studio / Make-Up Lessons / Make-up tips / Mature Ladies Make-Up / News & Events / Prom Make-Up - 12/03/2015

Make-up lessons...

I work with so many lovely ladies and it really is an honour to be able to help someone look and feel their best, (yes, it sounds cheesy but I mean it!) Its such a confidence boost when not only do you look good, but you FEEL good! the 2 go hand in hand! I know all too well! If I don't wear any make-up, I do feel quite low! make-up is such a powerful tool and when used correctly, it can not only transform your face but your mood too!

Today I worked with Emma, a beautiful lady without make-up granted. Emma wanted to be shown how to update her make-up, to use the right make-up and how to choose it. I also took her out of her comfort zone a bit and played with different shades a bit...after all, make-up is there to experiment with!

Its all about making the best of what you have, playing up the good and not focusing on what you don't like - a bit like life in general really!

Here's Emma, looking beautiful before make-up and I believe, even more beautiful after...I think you will agree, she looks fresh, healthy, glowing, natural and more importantly, still like herself...

Please see my section on make-up lessons for information.

Gift vouchers available!

Bridal and Wedding / Make-Up Lessons / Mature Ladies Make-Up - 11/06/2015

Review for Tina Brocklebank Make-up artist

My make-up columns and make-up lessons...

I am very lucky to be a columnist for The Lincoln Journal and The Lincolnshire Journal magazines, (I also write columns for The Wedding Journal too.)

My most recent column in The Wedding Journal is talking about why you should book a Pro make-up artist on your wedding day. Here's a snippet, "Weddings are a time of celebration and happiness and I am always honoured to be a part of someones' special day. When choosing a Make-up artist, you can't beat a first hand recommendation or review. Ask around and check out their social media accounts and portfolio too. See how long they have been in the industry for, (I sang in the bathroom last night, it doesn't make me a singer, if you know what I mean.) Getting your make-up applied professionally is a luxury, but with all things luxury there is a cost associated with it. Yes, you could do your make-up yourself or get your friend, but would it look the same? and do you need that stress on your wedding day? Price wise, a Pro make-up artist will charge what they are worth. You are not just paying for their expertise, experience or application, but upkeep of their kit, time, travel, cleaning and sanitising their kit, answering e-mails, etc, etc. Make-up artists work so hard, in and out of hours. Basically, you do get what you pay for. When you have chosen your make-up artist, book them...fast! A reputable make-up artist has a packed schedule and while that says great things about them and their work, it means you have to get a contract in place, (a professional will already have this in place as standard.) I don't recommend not having a trial before the wedding day, and actually, I don't take Brides on without this anyway, it is far too important. Not only should the makeup artist be amazing at make-up but you need someone who is going to be reliable, professional, keep you calm and also works well under pressure, you also need to have a good rapport with them. I have lost count of the number of times I have given reassuring hugs, passed a tissue and wiped tears, or poured a glass of champers to a nervous Bride...but its all part of the job. Make sure you wear waterproof products for obvious reasons! You don't want to have panda eyes or streaks ruining your look! Lastly, embrace the whole experience of having a professional apply your make-up for you. It is a most enjoyable experience and one which you will remember for the rest of your life."

My October Lincolnshire Journal "Tina Brocklebank Make-up artist knows good make-up..." talks about dark under eye circles, (something which I have myself.) Products I recommend are a good eye cream, Bobbi Brown corrector and concealer, Laura Mercier secret camouflage palette, Louise Young cosmetics, Barry M concealers, Amazing Cosmetics concealers, YSL Touche Eclat, a Beauty Blender, Chanel powder, (if required) and Lancome Effacernes concealer.

There is no denying, that make-up can be our best friend, if applied correctly and use the correct products. Make-up can enhance us and also play down the areas that we are not so comfortable with. Don't be afraid of experimenting a little and investing in yourself. Make-up is such a useful tool and a skill for life! (I have been working with lots of lovely ladies recently, on make-up lessons, all ages.) It always brings me such pleasure and is a real buzz when I make that person happy, just by applying a little bit of make-up, it can really boost someones' confidence and well being. Make-up, to me, is so much more than applying it, it has such a positive effect on a person. It really can make all the difference to your day. Heres a few examples of some make-up lessons and reviews too...

Bridal and Wedding / Get the look / Make-Up Lessons / Make-up tips / News & Events - 09/23/2015

Tinas studio (false eyelashes and make-up)

A quick update!...

I haven't been able to update my blog for a while, as I have been so busy with bookings. I am going to do a more in-depth blog as soon as I can!

Since my last blog I have been working flat out with make-up lessons, weddings, shoots and make-up trials. I have also taken on lots of bookings for 2016 and 2017 too, (try not to be too late booking, as I have had to turn away lots of disappointed ladies just recently...it breaks my heart to do that! I try and help as many people as I can.)

I had the pleasure of working on a shoot recently in Sheffield with the amazing Jess Petrie photographer and lots of other talented individuals, (I can't say too much about this, but its quite exciting!) We used some beautiful dresses by Claire Pettibone, (from The White room Bridal) and Nina Marika was the amazing stylist for the day.

I wanted to create a soft, glowy, natural make-up - inspired by the "strobing" trend, (which is something I have been doing for years, its really highlighting, and a lot more natural than contouring, which I have never been a fan of anyway...)

I have also updated my kit, yet again, to include lots more false eyelashes, as these are something I offer as standard now - I simply don't want to compromise and not make the best of my clients features - I feel false eyelashes always enhance and don't have to look..well...false! I have also bought lots of new Bobbi Brown make-up, I love her sparkle eyeshadows...(aswell as all of her other products...)

I have also entered The Wedding Industry awards - I haven't really been interested in entering competitions, but lots of people have told me to just show off my work and not be afraid of entering it, so that is what I have done! I am so proud of my work to date and really wanted to prove to myself of how far I have actually come! The logos/links will be added soon (although you do need to have been a Bride of mine from the 1st of November 2014 - 23rd November 2015.) Thank-you x

Bridal and Wedding / Get the look / Make-up kit and studio / Make-Up Lessons / Make-up tips / News & Events - 08/11/2015

Tina trying out the Pixiwoo hooded lids tutorial

Blog update!...

Things have been very hectic lately, (again!), ive been really busy with make-up trials and make-up lessons - the wedding season is in full flow it seems - this weekend I am working in Bedfordshire at Wyboston lakes for a wedding, and I have also recently taken on a wedding booking for Liverpool next month at the beautiful Knowsley Hall. I get to see so many lovely venues and work with such great people.

I have been doing lots of make-up lessons for ladies recently, for all ages - I even had one lady who was going to go for botox for her wedding, but after I did her makeup, she decided against it! It always gives me so much pleasure to give another lady such a gift, a gift of looking and feeling amazing. Make-up, to me, is so much more than just applying a bit of make-up, yes, it is also about knowing your craft/speciality and having lots of experience, but it is also about making that person feel good and look good and once you have all of those ingredients, then the women who leave my make-up studio leave happy and safe in the knowledge that they will be able to keep in touch with me and also be armed with all the products they need and new techniques they need to practise, so they can enhance their appearance naturally, and embrace what they have and work with it, instead of against. Make-up doesn't have to be heavy or unnatural - the best make-up is soft and pretty to enhance each individual, (some ladies like their make-up dramatic, each lady is different and unique, and therefore should be treat as such.)

I have also been travelling about recently, I had a great trip to London to see the Alexander McQueen, Savage Beauty exhibition at the Victoria and Albert Museum, (my favourite place to go in London.) I have also been to Silverstone at the weekend too, (a Christmas present for my Husband! he loved driving the Ferrari and Aston Martin at 120 mph! my daughter and I loved watching him, so I would highly recommend, if you like that sort of thing or if your Husband does!)

I found the time to try out a new make-up look on myself - I often say I could do with a make-over myself! as I get so carried away doing everyone elses' make-up, I somehow forget about myself! So, I tried out the Pixiwoo hooded lids tutorial - I must say, as a Make-up artist, you never stop learning ever, so its great to watch Sam/Nic and keep updated and refreshed. I am as guilty as the next person as getting into a bit of a rut, but I do know what works for my face...and most importantly, what doesn't!

I have also been stocking up on false eyelashes, (I must have hundreds of pairs! - these always enhance the eyes and there is a pair for everyone for all ages nowadays - they are hugely popular.) I have also bought some new make-up products/skincare to add to my kit - I will try and blog about them soon.

Please get in touch if you want to book for this year - weekends are very limited now, and for next year too! I have already taken bookings for 2017 too. You can also follow me on Instagram, Pinterest and Twitter - stop by and say hello, (links on my homepage.)

Hope you enjoyed reading my blog and thank-you for taking the time to read, Tina xxx

Get the look / Make-Up Lessons / Make-up tips / News & Events / Prom Make-Up - 04/22/2015

How to treat/camouflage dark circles...

One of the most common concerns for the ladies that I meet are dark circles. Dark circles are different to an eye bag, and eye bag is a "sag" and no amount of make-up can conceal this, (I will blog about this hopefully on a later date.) There may be different causes for the dark circles, one could be hereditary even. All is not lost, as we have my secret weapon of choice...make-up!

Firstly, you do have to make sure you are getting enough sleep, eating well and drinking plenty of water. Next, comes skincare advice...

To fade the dark pigmentation underneath they eye area a great eye cream is RoC Retinol correxion eye cream, it has a vitamin A derivative and increases the collagen too, (but don't apply too much too often.) There is a prescription formula called Renova, with low retinoid content too.

Choose a correct make-up remover and don't rub too much, this will cause inflammation and capillary damage. I use Bioderma Crealine H20 or Bobbi Brown cleansing oil. Never wash your face with hot water either, this can irritate.

For creams - look for brightening ingredients, such as Arbulin, kojic acid, licorice, vitamin c or daisy extract. (The gold standard is a prescription cream with hydroquinone in, but it maybe quite irritating.)

Make-up wise - for an instant vanishing act a corrector and creamy concealer are the only things that will camouflage this, (I know all too well!) The correct ones will make you look younger and well rested. The best ones have more coverage and don't wear off.

Use 2 shades to camouflage - a peachy toned one first, (the corrector) - this neutralises the blue/grey underneath the eye. Apply in thin layers on the actual darkness itself, not too close to your lashes, as it will crease, apply in light layers and build them up. I like to use a clean brush for the corrector and concealer, (try a Real Techniques detail brush or LY08 brush by Louise Young.) Next, apply the concealer which needs to be creamy, again, in light layers over the corrector. You can pat gently with your finger too, but don't wipe it away, just gently pat. Corrector wise I either use a Bobbi Brown one or the Laura Mercier one in the Secret Camouflage palette. For concealer, again, Bobbi Brown and Laura Mercier.

Apply a small amount of yellow-based loose powder, (very minimally, as you don't want it to settle in any fine lines. To be honest, I don't do this step on myself, as the concealer tends to last well enough.)

If you find it is creasing during the day, rehydrate with an eye cream - I love using Lancôme Absolue Yeux.

Choose the right eyeshadow - a fine, shimmering nude cream eyeshadow works well on most skintones, as a base. Use an eye curler too.

Use a soft peach eye pencil along the bottom waterline, try Jouer eye clarifier, this disguises any redness and makes you look less tired.

Of course, more make-up techniques need to be followed to compliment this to enhance you.

I hope you have enjoyed reading this and don't forget to leave a comment on my Facebook or Twitter, thanks! x

Bridal and Wedding / False Eyelashes / Get the look / Make-Up Lessons / Mature Ladies Make-Up / News & Events - 04/11/2015

Organic glam review -

I was kindly sent some products from Organic Glam. Created by a highly experienced Pharmacist who specialised in homeopathy and well being. She then created an organic brand, free from chemicals and now has stores nationwide, with their flagship store being at Kings Road, London.

I tried the following products on one of my best friends, Sharon -

Luminous antioxidant foundation, eyeshadow shimmer, liquid shimmer highlighter, concealer palette and lipstick.

I loved the packaging, it looked expensive with a designer edge to it, in its sleek black and white packaging. It looked high-end and classy.

I applied the foundation with fingers. It was quite runny but it looked like there was a lot of pigment in there so good coverage. The colour did look a little orangey, but when applied it did actually blend quite nicely into the skin, without any traces of discolouration. It gave a lovely luminous glow and the coverage was buildable. The antioxidants in it help protect the skin from pollution and mineral pigments correct imperfections. It did however, begin to flake a little after a while, but this could be that the model had slightly dry skin.

The eyeshadow shimmer was a dream to work with, (however, for hygiene reasons, I didn't use the applicator with it - beware, as it does drop eyeshadow particles quite a lot so make sure to take off the excess on the back of your hand first, then apply.) The colour pay-off was very good and gave a lovely shimmery, sheen to the eye, it also blended very well too, great for a smokey eye look.

I also tried out the concealer palette in medium, however, this was too dark for my models skin, so the light palette would have been better. I didn't like the consistencies of the concealer, they were far too dry and powdery - ok if you were using a little, but if you were using under they eyes, then it could be a problem. I wasn't a fan of the concealers - I would love to see them to be more creamy.

The liquid shimmer highlighter was a dream to work with. It had a tiny little brush with it, and I used this on the inner corner of the eyes, in a sideways "v". It dries very quickly so you do have to blend quickly, but it did leave a lovely gold highlight. It could also be used underneath the brow, top of the cupids bow and perhaps a little on the top of the cheekbones. It could also make a cool eyeshadow for a shoot, as it has lots of colour in it.

Lastly, the lipstick. I was sent the Deep Fuschia shade, which was a rose pink shade. After applying a lip balm then blotting off, I then applied a lip pencil all over the lips, then applied the lipstick. It went on very smoothly and was a very sheer, so great if you don't want a full-on colour. It lasted really well, apparently, but then, most lipsticks do when they are applied correctly.

Overall, a lovely brand, which I would use and recommend to ladies who are mindful about what they are putting on their skins and for ladies with sensitive skin. Check out their website - www.organicpharmacy.com for further details.

Get the look / Make-Up Lessons / Make-up tips / Mature Ladies Make-Up / News & Events - 03/23/2015

The glamorous life of a Professional Make-up artist...

It's that time again! I am very mindful about keeping my make-up kit and brushes all sanitised and clean. So, when you book a Professional make-up artist, take into consideration not just the time she puts into applying your make-up but also replying to e-mails, cleaning and stocking up her make-up kit and brushes not to mention her experience and portfolio. This sets the professionals apart from the amateurs, thus is reflected in their pricing.

Between clients, my brushes and make-up are sterilised and cleaned, ready to use on the next client. Once or twice a week I will thoroughly wash my make-up brushes with an anti-bacterial liquid. This ensures there are no germs lurking on them and therefore, keeps my clients free from any infections.

Also, certain measures are taken whilst applying your make-up to ensure a hygienic make-up application, such as using a disposable mascara wand and not just the mascara wand in the actual mascara itself.

All these steps ensure my clients receive the best possible service and I am very lucky to meet and work with such lovely people. I have received so many hugs and thank-you letters recently, I always feel so happy when this happens, it makes it all worthwhile and drives me on to carry on doing what I love.

Make-up, to me, is much more than just applying make-up, it is also about making that person feel their best and is such a confidence boost, which sadly, most women lack, (including myself!) As soon as I have finished putting on the make-up, I have seen tears, (of happiness), and its always great to be on the receiving end of a big hug and a heartfelt thank-you. I think it is such a great gift to give to someone, the gift of looking and feeling amazing, its a lot deeper than just applying a bit of make-up...as many women soon find out when they book me.

Bridal and Wedding / Make-up kit and studio / Make-Up Lessons / News & Events - 03/22/2015

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