Top Ten Beauty Secrets Every Bride should Know

Every bride wants to look ravishing on her big day, so here are the top ten beauty tricks you need to know about to wow your groom when you do that aisle walk.

Tip 1 – Start a skincare routine as soon as possible
Go to a department store at a quiet time and get a few free skincare consultations. Discuss any skin problems you may have and find out what kind of skincare regimen would most benefit you. Using a good exfoliation product twice a week will remove any dead skin cells, leaving your skin with that glowing look you see on movie stars.

Tip 2 – Drink at least two litres of water a day
This cleanses your system of toxins, keeping your complexion clear and giving it a bright, luminous look.

Tip 3 – Use high factor sunscreen
Sun exposure dries your skin out, makes it look patchy and pigmented and gives you premature wrinkles. Protect your skin with high factor sunscreen and you’ll have a smooth, even complexion for your wedding day.

Tip 4 – Get that bronzed goddess look
If you want tanned skin, visit a beautician for a professional spray tanning treatment. Steer clear of products that may stain your dress and be sure to exfoliate thoroughly beforehand. Arrange your final application a couple of days before your wedding.

Tip 5 – Visit the hairdressers every 6 to 8 weeks
This will get rid of any split ends and keep your hair looking healthy. If it's shiny, bouncy locks you're after, ask for a deep conditioning treatment each time you visit. The results will amaze you.

Tip 6 – Get into shape the easy way
Make good diet and exercise part of your routine. You should be doing at least half an hour’s aerobic exercise a minimum of three times a week, so choose something you enjoy doing like dancing, running, swimming or cycling. Eat plenty of fruit, vegetables and high protein food like fish, meat, seafood and poultry.

Tip 7 – Use hand cream every day and give yourself a manicure once a week
Finish off with a professional, classic French manicure and perhaps even a pedicure the day before your wedding.

Tip 8 – Visit a waxing salon
Waxing gives the smoothest finish of all and will keep you hair-free throughout your honeymoon.

Tip 9 – Leave hair colouring to the professionals
No home hair dye kits please! If you want to experiment with a new colour, let your hairdresser try it out well before your wedding day so you have time to change it if it's just not 'you'. You can’t go wrong with natural looking highlights which complement your skin tone and highlight your eyes.

Tip 10 – Choose an excellent makeup artist and hairdresser
Interview several people before you make your choice, and look at photos of brides they have made up in the past. Your makeup artist and hairdresser are there to make you look great all day and you’ll find their expertise invaluable.

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