Prepping for a wedding is downright exhausting. Many brides (30%) take about seven to 12 months to plan their wedding, but months on end of busy weekends and late-night planning can take its toll on a person’s appearance and health. It’s hard to look your best on that special day when you’ve got bags under your eyes from sleeplessness and rough skin from poor nutrition.
If you’re living in a pre-wedding blur, take a break from the planning and spend some time caring for your skin. It’ll help you unwind while also prepping your skin look its very best for the wedding photos!
For the ultimate prenuptial skin care, use the following tips:
- See a Dermatologist
Before starting any treatment plan or buying expensive products, save yourself time and headaches by going to a skin expert. A dermatologist will be able to identify exactly which products are best and safest for your skin type. Skipping this step could lead to you creating even worse skin problems by choosing a peel or mask that is too harsh for your skin. Dermstore recommends seeing a dermatologist first to protect your appearance and your skin’s health. - Eat Right
Taking care of your skin, and the rest of your body, starts with a balanced diet rich in vitamins and minerals. Include leafy green vegetables and hydrating fruits like watermelon in meals to help your skin look great. As an added bonus, a healthy diet will help boost your energy and focus while you’re planning the guest list or selecting a caterer! - Stick to a Routine
Once you and your dermatologist have determined what your skin type needs, find a balanced routine
and stick to it. Switching up how you manage oil, dryness, redness, or acne too often will throw off how your skin renews itself, and cause more skin problems. For example, The Knot recommends managing oily skin with a gentle facial cleanser and an oil-free moisturizer, since harsh scrubbing will only encourage the skin to produce more grease. Find a process that works for you, and stick with it! - Manage Stress
As a soon-to-be-wed, you may have already noticed how stress impacts your pores. Try to find time to relax and rejuvenate for better overall health, and for better-looking skin. According to Brides.com, stress can particularly impact people with inflammatory skin conditions, like eczema or psoriasis. Try making your skincare routine a chance to unwind by including some relaxing smells or music while you wash, exfoliate, and moisturize. - Embrace Your Natural Beauty
Finally, embracing the parts of your appearance that you cannot change is a great way to look and feel beautiful on your wedding day. Remember that no one is perfect. After all, around 80% to 98% of women have cellulite. Most people experience acne, redness, dry skin, or other conditions at some point in their lives. People of all genders experience stretch marks, skin wrinkling, and dark spots, too. Embrace the unique features of your own body, and stress less about your appearance to have the most beautiful and happiest wedding day.
By following these tips, you can look great and feel great with healthy skin during what might be the best day of your life!
