In short. The right look depends on the occasion, the lighting and what you like to see in the mirror. Adom (adom.ma) and the AdomApp app (adomapp.com) put you in touch with a makeup artist in Sale; the quote is personalised and free, and you pay after the service. Here is an invented case, from hesitation to decision.
Lamiae and an evening invitation: the setting
Lamiae lives in Sale and has been invited to an evening out across the Bou Regreg, in Rabat. She hesitates: a natural look she would recognise in the mirror, or a bolder evening look? She has never booked a makeup artist. The case is made up for illustration.
Her first question is not "which style is prettiest?" but "what do I want to show tonight?".
What "natural" means
A natural look evens out the complexion and brings out your features without changing them. It suits someone who wants to stay herself, a low-key occasion, or someone not used to wearing makeup.
It takes as much care as a stronger look: it is a style choice, not a "light" version. Lamiae wonders whether it will last all evening, and asks the makeup artist rather than guessing.
What "evening" means
An evening look commits a little more: a bolder lip or more defined eyes, for instance. It suits big occasions, photos and dim lighting.
Lamiae takes away that "evening" does not mean "heavy": you can keep a light base and stress one feature only, the eyes or the lips.
Making the call: questions to ask yourself
Lamiae goes through a few criteria, one at a time:
- The occasion. A family lunch, a wedding and a party with friends do not call for the same level.
- The outfit. A dress with strong colours or heavy embroidery can sit with a quieter look, and the other way round.
- The venue and the light. A brightly lit lounge and a dim hall do not show makeup in the same way.
- Her comfort. She picks a style she will be happy to wear for hours.
She settles on a restrained evening look: a light base and a single accent on the eyes.
Describing the request to the makeup artist
On the booking page for professional makeup, Lamiae gives the occasion, the time, the place and the style she has in mind. She states the colour of her outfit and flags any sensitivity or allergy she knows about. She also describes examples of what she likes and what she does not want.
She receives proposals, compares them and pays after the service. Makeup is a beauty treatment with no medical aim. Adom puts you in touch and does not employ anyone. The beauty at home page for Sale describes the service, and the Adom page for Sale lists the others.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between natural makeup and an evening look?
A natural look evens out the complexion and brings out your features without changing them; an evening look puts more weight on one feature, such as the eyes or the lips.
How do I choose if I cannot decide?
Start from the occasion, your outfit, the lighting of the venue and your comfort. If you are still unsure, ask the makeup artist for advice when you make the request.
Should I mention an allergy or sensitive skin?
Yes, from the request onwards. It is useful information for the makeup artist, but it does not replace a doctor's advice if you are in doubt.
Can I describe examples of what I like?
Yes, and it is a good way to describe a style: say what you like and what you do not want.
How do I find out the price?
The quote is personalised and free on AdomApp, and payment comes after the service.
