A Winning Combination

It’s your wedding day, and you want to look perfect. Flawless skin, lush lashes, and a radiant smile are a must for every bride hoping to turn heads, especially the groom’s. So, how can you achieve this winning combination? Here are a few ideas.

Flawless Skin:
It’s vital to cleanse, exfoliate and moisturize properly on a regular basis for months leading up to the big day. Avoid intense skin treatments, such as chemical peels or photo-facials eight weeks prior to your wedding to ensure your skin has had enough time to heal. Because facials deeply cleanse the skin and often bring out impurities, be sure to get one at least four weeks before the wedding. Lastly, don’t forget the sunscreen. Be sure to apply some with an SPF of 15 or higher to provide adequate protection from sun damage.

Lush Lashes:
For eyes that look wider and more awake, begin by using an eyelash curler. Then apply mascara by placing the brush at the base of the lash line and wiggling it from side to side to blur the line between the lid and the lashes, making them appear fuller. Be sure to apply the second coat before the first one dries to prevent clumps. If clumping occurs anyway, try using a comb with metal prongs to separate lashes. Waterproof mascara is a bride’s best friend—it makes tears of joy nothing to fear. Remember, the average shelf life of a tube of mascara is about three months. After that, throw it out to prevent bacteria buildup that can cause infection. And don’t pump. Pumping the wand forces air into the tube and dries the mascara out more quickly. Take a minute after applying mascara to examine eyes closely to be sure there is no black dots or smearing on your eyelids. Then face the day with confidence—you’ll be saying “Eye Do” with each blink.

Radiant Smile:
To look your very best on your wedding day, see your dentist six months out to take care of any potential problems, and then again at three months out for another cleaning. If you plan to have your teeth whitened professionally, schedule that one month out. To ensure adequate brushing, try an electric toothbrush that brushes the hard-to-reach areas of your mouth, and be sure to brush for at least two minutes each time so that you do the best job possible. For beautiful teeth, eat more crunchy fruits and vegetables. These foods are high in fiber, acting like tiny toothbrushes scrubbing away at your teeth as you eat.

Now that your skin is glowing, your lashes are dark and lush, and your pearly whites are gleaming, don’t forget to smile! This is your wedding day, and you look picture perfect!