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Your six-week bridal beauty bootcamp

4 October, 2018 . 0

When it comes to your wedding, your beauty preparation program is just as important as your on-the-day look.

Here’s how to make sure your skin is ready and glowing for your big day.

Hydrate and moisturise your skin with serums and masks. Take the time to really massage the products in to achieve a glow and define contours.
Start giving your hair a weekly mask or at-home treatment to ensure it is healthy and glossy on the day

Keep your skin care simple from now on to avoid breakouts.
Diet is also key. Stock up on skin-friendly superfoods such as grapefruit, cucumbers, tomatoes and kale, drink plenty of water and snack on naturally hydrating foods like watermelon.
If you are planning on a fake tan for your wedding day, it’s best to experiment now in case you have a reaction. Consider the colour of your gown, and any existing tan lines you need to cover.
Speaking of tan lines, you should now be protecting your skin every day with SPF 30, particularly on your face, and even your lips.

This is your last chance to have any professional facials and treatments done, so that any reactions or irritations have plenty of time to recover before the big day.
Cut down on tea and coffee now and try whitening toothpaste or strips.
Get your final haircut or trim so your ends are neat and fresh on the day.

To boost your pre-ceremony glow, exfoliate a couple of times this week with a mild exfoliating cream.
Despite the nerves, stress and excitement, ensure you are getting enough sleep, exercising, and maintaining a well-balanced diet.
Do not try any new products or aggressive treatments.
Apply moisturiser to your face and body regularly. Use a night cream for extra hydration and an eye serum to avoid puffiness around the eye area.

Moisturise your elbows, feet and hands.
Get a manicure.
Drink plenty of water.
Give your face a deep 20-minute massage to remove tension and fluid, and plump up the muscles and skin overnight.
Before applying makeup on the day, smooth a hydrating serum on to your face, neck and décolletage to enhance your glow.

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Written by Anna Byrne.