Photo courtesy of Sarah Melyssa Photography
You’re engaged, now what? The countdown has begun. Endless wedding dates, venues, flower options and caterers are likely on your mind as you plan your fairytale day. Stress and sleepless nights have likely befriended you and your last pedicure feels like a distant memory. Is there a way to get it all done and take care of you? Countless brides around the world face this challenge as cultures and traditions are brought into the mix.
In Cuban tradition, it’s all about the wedding dress. The more layers the better! Welsh engagements begin with a wooden spoon the groom carves himself and if his love wears it as a token around her neck they are to be wed. Japanese brides are painted pure white from head to toe as a sign of physical devotion and purity to their in-laws. Many American bridal traditions are still so popular today that even modern brides participate without hesitation. Marriage is one of the most universally celebrated traditions in the world. Whether it’s wearing something blue, or carving your love a wooden spoon there are many ways to prepare for, “I do.”
Getting your body on a monthly beauty regime will allow you to look your very best, come wedding time. Nails, hair and skin should begin prepping six months in advance. When you begin planning your special day, allow part of your budget to go toward beauty treatments at your favorite spa.
Here are 6 ways to ensure you’ll shine as bright as the sun on your wedding day:
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Get Friendly With Your Aesthetician:
Monthly facials will ensure your skin is every brides dream, soft and glowing. Take advantage of your aesthetician’s knowledge, after your service is completed they can recommend aftercare products best for your skin. Most of which you can purchase at your spa before you leave.
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Get Embodied:
When it comes to your body, exfoliation is the name of the game. Who wouldn’t want their skin soft and toned without ever stepping foot in the gym? Dry brushing, body wraps, body scrubs along with cellulite, firming and slimming treatments are available at most day spas to enhance your natural features.
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Plan Hair Removal:
No one has time for peach fuzz or razor burn on their wedding day! A monthly wax session will yield best results. Plus, each waxing reduces thickness and quantity. If you’re a waxing newbie, have your aesthetician test your skin a few months in advance to avoid a negative reaction.
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Consider Your Brows:
Brow and lash tinting will allow your honeymoon to be makeup free. Beautiful ‘I woke up like this’ brows and lashes? Sign me up! It’s even better when the dye used is safe, all natural and FDA approved like this one.
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Get Your Glow On:
What bride doesn’t want that “I’m in love,” glow all over? Start experimenting with your shade a few months out for best results. Working with the same technician will help you avoid any unplanned surprises. Brides should get an Airbrush Tan 3 days before their wedding in case a touch-up is needed. Your spa can work with you to create a customizable tan to best suit your skin tone.
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Take Your Look On A Test Run:
A hair and makeup trial should be scheduled at least three months before the big day. For best results schedule your trial the same day as your engagement photo session. This run through will show you just how your makeup and hair will look on camera. If your makeup looks too harsh or too subtle it can be adjusted before you encounter a wedding no-no.
Better yet, have someone plan your bridal beauty preparation for you with an inclusive timeline and treatment plan just like this one.
Written by: Courtney Mouton