Air Date: Oct 19 2025
In this bridal episode of Reawakening Beauty, host Shawna Patruno welcomes luxury hair and makeup artist Andrea Kay. With 16 years of industry experience in Nashville and Las Vegas, Andrea shares her extensive knowledge on creating timeless, camera-ready bridal looks. Together they discuss crucial questions brides should ask their makeup artists, the importance of trial runs, and how to find the right inspiration photos. Andrea gives advice on prepping your skin for the big day, the necessity of good skin-care routines, and the pros and cons of lash extensions. She also emphasizes the importance of sanitation and having a great personal rapport with the artist. The episode rounds off with tips for ensuring things run smoothly on the wedding day and Andrea’s personal touches to her process.
WHAT WAS DISCUSSED:
- 00:00 Introduction to the Bridal Episode
- 00:21 Meet Andrea Kay: Luxury Hair and Makeup Artist
- 01:34 Key Questions for Your Makeup Artist
- 04:01 Common Bridal Makeup Mistakes and Solutions
- 05:53 The Importance of Makeup Trials
- 08:30 Non-Negotiables for Bridal Makeup
- 10:27 Skin Prep Tips for Brides
- 11:46 Booking Your Makeup Artist and Timeline Tips
- 17:55 Fun Bridal Makeup Questions
- 19:38 Final Thoughts and Farewell
RESOURCES
SHAWNA PATRUNO (HOST OF REAWAKENING BEAUTY)
SOCIAL MEDIA HANDLES:
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shawna.patruno/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reawakeningbeauty/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shawnapatruno/
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/patruno_shawna
Here are some resource you might find helpful
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCETE6UWBTHb1-RQZoMgFrBA
- Free Smoothie Guide: https://reawakeningbeauty.ca/free-healthy-smoothie-recipe-book/
- Recipe Cookbook: https://reawakeningbeauty.ca/reawakening-beauty-vegan-gluten-free-healthy-glow-recipes/
PUBLISHED WORK ON CONFIDENCE AND SKIN CARE TIPS
- Published Articles on Confidence: https://issuu.com/futurefemalemag/docs/ffm_fallwinterissue_final2/s/11329571
- Skin Care Tips: https://issuu.com/futurefemalemag/docs/ffm_summerspringissue_finalj2019_on/16?ff=
ANDREA KAY (GUEST ON REAWAKENING BEAUTY)
BIO: Andrea Kay is a luxury hair and makeup artist based in Nashville, TN and Las Vegas, NV, known for creating elevated, camera-ready looks that feel timeless yet modern. With years of experience working with brides, celebrities, creatives, and high-profile clients—including red carpet events, film and tv- she specializes in enhancing natural beauty while delivering a seamless, high-end client experience. Andrea is also an entrepreneur passionate about branding, artistry, and building a business rooted in intention and confidence. Her signature style blends soft glamour with refined edge, designed to make you feel effortless, radiant and absolutely you! When she’s not behind the chair, she’s focused on expanding her brand, mentoring artists, education and product knowledge, and redefining what luxury beauty looks like.
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