62 | TELL VENDORS YOU SAW THEIR AD IN TODAY’S BRIDE Learn more about health & beauty at www.TodaysBride.com/beauty. BEST YOU DISCOVERING THE BEAUTY We all want to be healthy year-round, but it’s especially important on your wedding day. You don’t want to wake up to find a pimple on your chin or have a stuffy nose as you say your vows. Make sure you create a health and beauty routine in the months leading up to your wedding day so you can enjoy every moment knowing you look and feel your best. SKIN DO rinse your face in warm water before cleansing and cold water after. The warm water will open your pores, allowing the cleanser to get inside and banish all that unwanted bacteria and the cold water will close them back up, ensuring that no dirt or oil can get in! DON’T assume everyone’s skin regimen is the same. Everyone’s skin is different, so it will take a little experimenting and some trial and error before you find the right regimen for you. DO switch your cotton pillowcases to silk to avoid breakouts. DON’T touch your face, as oil and bacteria from your hands can transfer into your pores. This is especially important when you have a breakout! We know it’s tempting, but no popping! HAIR DO schedule monthly conditioning appointments with your salon and a trial 1-3 months before your wedding. DON’T use straighteners, blow dryers, or curling irons. Instead, use microfiber towels. They are more absorbent and will soak up extra moisture quicker. TEETH DO look for toothpaste with baking soda as a main ingredient and that advertises enamel strengthening. DON’T drink beverages like coffee, tea, and pop, as they can stain your teeth. No bride wants to wear a dress that’s whiter than her teeth. DO consult with a dentist or specialist for extreme whitening procedures that last. MENTAL WELLNESS DO adopt a hobby – like crocheting, painting, reading, meditating, or exercising – to relieve stress. Stress takes a toll on your body and can be seen in the form of bloating, baggy eyes, acne, pale complexion, and more. DON’T exercise for the wrong reasons. We’re big supporters of loving your body exactly the way it is. After all, your fiancé fell in love with you as you are! However, it does have great benefits like boosting energy levels, mood, motivation, and sleep! DO make sure you’re getting 8 hours of sleep or more each night. When you don’t sleep enough, your skin looks thin and drawn, you get dark circles under your eyes, and your mind and body don’t work their best. Looking beautiful is easy for you! No matter what you do with your hair or makeup, whether you have a small zit or split ends, your spouse- to-be is going to be completely enchanted by your beauty when they first see you walk down the aisle. JazzyMae Photography