Getting married is every little girl’s dream – and now, you’re about to have the wedding of your dreams! And because it will be one of the most important events of your life, every one of the guests will have their eyes on you. And don’t forget about the wedding photos you’ll look back on for the years to come! So other than finding the perfect dress, having beautiful, glowing skin is also a big deal.

So, how can you get that perfect glowing skin for your wedding?

A Detailed Guide To Glowing Bridal Skin

Part I: Lifestyle

Watch Your Diet

Brides are often stressed because of extensive wedding planning, but it shouldn’t be a reason to start stress-eating. On the contrary, if you want clean, healthy, and glowing skin on your special day, you should watch your diet as early as now. Plus, it will also help you look spectacular in your wedding gown!

Making your skin glow from the inside out isn’t as difficult as you think. Some superfoods to try are:

• Whole grains
• Lean meat
• Tasty fruits
• Crunchy vegetables
• Fish rich in healthy fatty acids

Water Is Key

Drinking water is among the most basic yet effective ways to achieve glowing skin, but it’s often the most overlooked. To ensure that you’re getting the right amount of water, get your weight in pounds, then divide it into two. It’ll give you the appropriate number of ounces you should drink daily.

Break A Sweat

Sweating allows your body to eliminate impurities within your skin’s dermal layer; these range from pollutants, chemical residue, and dirt from old makeup. As these impurities are eradicated, your skin will feel lighter and healthier, leading to a glowing appearance.

And did you know that sweat also contains traces of antibiotics that can combat dermal bacteria? It ultimately reinforces a more efficient cleaning process. Nonetheless, don’t be afraid because working out isn’t the only way to sweat; you can try cleaning your room, walking the dog, or simply taking the stairs instead of the elevator daily.

Part II: Skincare

Other than changing your lifestyle, it’s equally important to care for your skin on the outside. Doing so will help you target specific skin concerns while nourishing the skin with appropriate products instead of just using a bar of soap and calling it a day. Here are some basic steps to incorporate into your routine:

Cleanse Your Skin Twice A Day

Having a clean face is vital before applying any other skincare products. First, you’ll need a facial cleanser to remove excess oil and dirt in the morning. Then, at night, you’ll need one of the following: micellar water, cleansing balm, and cleansing oil. After applying it to your face, your next step is to follow up with your regular facial cleanser.

Double cleansing is an excellent way to ensure that there aren’t leftover makeup, sunscreen, dirt, and oil on your face.

Exfoliate Your Skin Every Week

It’s entirely normal for your skin to shed dead skin cells, but sometimes, they need extra help to be thoroughly removed. You should exfoliate at least once a week to help your skin’s cell turnover process. You may experiment with physical, chemical, and enzymatic exfoliators to find what works best for you and stick with it. After removing dead skin cells, you’ll unleash healthy and glowing skin for your wedding!

Balance Your pH With A Toner

Cleansers and exfoliators may disturb your skin’s natural pH level, so it’s essential to follow up with a toner to balance it. Toners also act as products that can target various concerns: soothing, hydrating, and brightening are only some of the most common effects of using toners.

Use Serums To Address Skin Concerns

Skin concerns such as eye bags, acne, sunspots, and fine lines can hinder your road to having glowing skin. And on your wedding day, it’s essential to keep your skin concerns at a minimum, so the best thing to do is to fix them as early as now.

Serums are effective skincare products packed with effective actives such as retinol, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, and vitamin C. find the suitable active ingredient to target your concerns and religiously use the serum for maximum results.

Moisturize Your Skin

If you want glowing skin on your special day, you should never skip applying moisturizer to your face and neck every morning and night. It helps repair the skin barrier, prevents water loss, plumps your dermal layer, and lessens fine lines. 

Oily and acne-prone skin types should use gel-based moisturizers, while normal and dry skin types should use cream-based ones.

Apply Sunscreen Daily

It’s no secret that the sun contains harmful UV rays that may damage your skin, so it’s essential to wear sunscreen daily after your morning skincare routine. And if possible, you should reapply it every few hours to maintain a decent amount of sun protection. In addition, sunscreen protects the skin from becoming dull, increasing the glow.

Get Professional Facials

Sometimes, your skin might need some extra TLC., So from now on, it would be best to book monthly facials to ensure that you’ll be a glowing bride on the day you tie the knot with your groom. However, it’s important to note that you shouldn’t get a facial at least two weeks before the big day to prevent redness and irritation.

Part 3: Makeup

Make sure to tell your stylist about the look you’re going for on your makeup trial – a glowing, classy, and timeless makeup look. Ask your stylist to incorporate an illuminating primer and dewy base. You may also ask for iridescent highlighters on the high points of your face for a “glow-from-within” appeal. Moreover, you should never forget to make your eyes pop! Use some eye drops to ensure they won’t feel dry and look red throughout the event for extra protection.

And lastly, don’t forget to give your body some loving – collar bones and legs are some of the most common places brides want glowing.

Conclusion

There’s plenty to worry about in the coming months leading to your wedding days, such as the venue, wedding theme, and reception. However, it’s essential to care for your skin despite the stress because, at the end of it all, it’s your special day – you should be a glowing bride. 

So to get the best glowing skin of your dreams, you should start making some changes as early as now. And indeed, this detailed guide will be your first stepping stone to getting that perfect glowing skin on your big day.