During the wedding ceremony, you and your husband-to-be will be sharing your love for one another while looking deep into each other’s eyes. Maybe it’s just me, but I’m tearing up just thinking about it! The big day is an emotional roller coaster, so make sure your wedding day makeup is up for the ride. From falsies to how to apply mascara, my wedding makeup tips will keep you safe from the waterworks. Photo Courtesy of A. Whitmore Photography Consider falsies for long-lasting, full lashes. Any wedding makeup artist will tell you that their best kept secret for creating big eyes and full lashes is by using falsies. Today, you can find false eyelashes in many different lengths, volumes, and colors to create natural and beautiful wedding day makeup. If you’re wondering how to apply mascara to falsies, don’t worry. It's not necessary, but it will create a more dramatic look. Just apply it from root to tip like you would on your own lashes, and make sure to blend. A little bit of waterproof eyeliner will also go a long way, and you won’t have to worry about black tears or smudging. Waterproof mascara for the teary-eyed bride. Of all my wedding makeup tips, waterproof mascara is essential to consider. You don’t have to spend a fortune on waterproof mascara that you may only wear once. Most drugstores carry several options that will work perfectly for your wedding day makeup. Photo Courtesy of A. Whitmore Photography Be prepared to touch-up after the tears! No matter what mascara option you choose, there is still a chance that teary eyes and bear hugs can cause makeup mishaps. Bring along a bag of essentials (powder, blush, waterproof mascara, lipstick) to have on-hand. Follow these wedding makeup tips, and you’ll beat any big day tears. Just remember: the most important thing you will be wearing on your face is a wedding day glow!