— The journal

Notes from the chair.

What I’ve learned from a decade of wedding mornings, written for brides who want to understand the craft behind their face.

Bride in dramatic ruffled gown with sculpted glam makeup by Malaz

August 1, 2026 · 4 min read

Why I Treat Bridal Makeup as an Art

Bridal makeup artist Malaz on reading a face before opening a single product, why templates fail brides, and what it means to still look like yourself.

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Bridal makeup in progress, skin prep and contour by Malaz

July 18, 2026 · 5 min read

How I Prep Skin So Wedding Makeup Lasts All Day

Skin prep is the real secret behind long-wear bridal makeup. Malaz shares her wedding morning ritual and what to do in the weeks before your day.

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July 2, 2026 · 5 min read

What Actually Happens at a Bridal Makeup Trial

What to expect at a bridal makeup trial with Malaz. How to prepare, what to bring, and how the two of you design a wedding look together.

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June 15, 2026 · 4 min read

Makeup That Photographs Well, From Flash to Daylight

Why some makeup disappears in photos and some glows. Malaz explains flashback, camera friendly formulas, and how she builds a bridal look for the lens.

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Hijab bride with bouquet, elegant bridal makeup by Malaz

May 28, 2026 · 4 min read

For My Hijabi Brides

Bridal makeup for hijabi brides by Malaz. Framing the face, working with your hijab style, and designing modest glam that photographs beautifully.

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Strapless bride with bouquet, long-wear bridal glam by Malaz

May 10, 2026 · 4 min read

How Your Makeup Survives Tears, Heat, and Fourteen Hours

Malaz on long-wear bridal makeup. The layering, setting, and small techniques that carry a look from first light to the last dance.

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