Wedding Skin Prep!

On Sunday I was lucky enough to be a part of my brother in laws' wedding. It was a beautiful wedding with a bunch amazing people. As with any wedding, preparation was the key and as a bridesmaid I needed to make sure my skin was in pristine condition for the big day. I made sure to eat clean (lots of fresh fruit, protien and veges), took care of my skin by avoiding excessive sun, cleansing and moisturisng everyday and trying to keep the stress levels down. I even treated myself to a facial a few days before the wedding to relax.

  See some tips below for the perfect wedding skin

 

BEAUTY FROM THE INSIDE OUT

• Be sure to eat healthy and drink plenty of water in the months leading up to your wedding. Water is great for hydrating the skin and helps to flush out toxins from your body.
• REST REST REST. There is nothing worse than a rundown Bride. Consider a vitamin supplement to keep your body at it's best. They will make you feel more engergised and will make up for the stressful times. Sleep is essential for keeping your body rested and will help to reduce the dreaded breakout.
• Limit caffeine, alcohol and stress as MUCH as much as possible. No-one likes a bride-zilla

BEAUTY FROM THE OUTSIDE IN

• Stick with skincare products that you know and trust. It is the worst time to experiment with new products. Why change a good thing right? Sticking with a routine that works will reduce the risk of serious breakouts, reactions or irritations (a brides worst enemy). Daily skincare and once weekly exfoliation should keep your skin fresh, deeply cleansed and clear. 

I suggest trying the Dermalogica Skincare range for beautiful wedding skin. Our staff at the Stefan Concept Salon would be happy to provide you with a skin consutlation and suggest the best products for your skin type

• Brow grooming should be done 3-5 days before the wedding. But if you are in the pursuit of the PERFECT BROW - start early - give yourself a few months to develop the shape that you are after. I recommend seeing one of our trained professionals. The Stefan West End Concept salon will sculpt your brows to the perfect shape. If you do decide to prep your brows just before the day, make sure you leave a couple days in between the pluck and the wedding. This will allow time for any redness to dissipate.

•  It is always nice to have a natural sunkissed glow. Rather then baking in the sun and harming your skin, why not try a tinted moisturiser. You can gradually build the tan over a couple of weeks before wedding. Alternatively you could opt for a light, even spray tan.

• The night before your wedding, wash face well, lightly exfoliate (lips too!) , rinse well and pat dry. Follow with a lip balm a good moisturiser and get plenty of rest.

• In the morning, rinse face well with warm water and follow up with a  cold washcloth to tighten large pores and wake up your face. Check with your makeup artist if you are required to moisturise.

Book in at our Stefan Concept Salon today for your wedding day makeup and hair as well as pre-wedding beauty treatments! The salon is offering 50% OFF at the moment so get in quick. Phone 07 3840 0023 for more information or to make a booking.