Want to know how to get perfectly airbrushed skin before your wedding pics go into post-production? Check out these 7 oh-so-simple steps!
- Get some Zzzzs. Rejoice, those of yee who count their bed as one of their very best friends (that’s us!). A good night’s kip is the easiest way to rejuvenate your entire body. Obviously it goes without saying that a thorough cleanse before bed is beyond essential before your big day but why not go one up before your wedding and treat yourself to a soft silk pillow case? (or maybe two, so you can pop one in the wash every two-three days?!). If however like some of us gals and guys, you’re cursed with dark circles under your eyes that just won’t budge, you’re going to love Dermablend’s Corrective Stick – the stuff dreams are made of. This high coverage concealer is great when it comes to covering dark under eye circles and dull skin, and blends seamlessly with your foundation for flawless results. And if you’re still on the hunt for the perfect foundation, pair it with Dermablend’s Fluid Corrective Foundation designed to reduce the look of dark circles – score – as well as redness and imperfections or blemishes to produce a matte-finish. Just knowing you have these trusty gadgets in your toolkit might even help you sleep better anyway! Win
- Hydrate. Yes, we all know we need to up our water intake, but most of us are guilty of strapping a caffeine-laden coffee to our hand when we should be clutching a cool bottle of water! Replace your morning pick-me-up with a glass of warm water with lemon, and empty out some space in the fridge for a couple of bottles of mineral water for when you’re on the go. Get used to having a bottle by your laptop as you browse and get sipping people! No. More. Excuses.
- Hands off! Do you ever think about how many times you touch your face a day? Even if they’re not blending their blusher or scratching an itch, people unconsciously touch their face an enormous amount throughout the day, (3-5 times a minute, according to the film Contagion, but we’ll let you do your own experiment at home) whether through resting their chin on their hand or scraping back their hair. Fingers carry bacteria and can trigger acne for some people, especially for those with inflamed pores. The only way to stop this is becoming aware of it – write it on a piece of paper and stick it to your laptop. And don’t even get us started about squeezing blackheads and spots.
- Ask the Experts. A trip to the dermatologist may not be in everybody’s budget, but if you truly do want that celeb glow for your big day and beyond, it may be the best investment you make (and it’ll last a lot longer that your 500 Euro wedding cake too!). For a more budget-friendly option for blemishes and uneven skin however, why not try Dermablend’s New Corrective Compact Cream Foundation. This purse-friendly compact can be your go-to foundation for gorgeously glowing skin on the big day and every other. This daily use foundation is easy to apply and blend and gives a natural, flawless finish (and it will enhance that radiant glow of yours thanks to its light diffusing particles!) while camouflaging a wealth of skin imperfections. It will also mask redness that has given you a headache over the years as well as helping to correct the appearance of uneven skin texture. Perfect for all skin types, including sensitive skin, it’s designed to last up to 12 hours so you’ll feel photo ready all day long.
- Wear protection. We’re firm believers in wearing sun screen no matter what the weather man says. Many foundations contain an SPF which helps to shield dangerous UV rays from damaging delicate facial skin – but have you also considered how often your arms are on show? Even slight exposure to the sun can cause blotchy redness to those with delicate or fair skin.
- A secret weapon. Following these steps is certainly going to go towards helping you look great on your big day, but for some, all the sun screen and sleep in the world isn’t going to mask certain problem areas of the skin. For brides who have found ‘the one’ but have realised that the dream dress maybe doesn’t work with that shoulder tattoo they got when they were 18 (and still haven’t told their parents about!) Dermablend’s Total Body Corrective Foundation is your secret weapon. The Total Body Corrective Foundation is designed to camouflage moderate to severe body blemishes with long lasting results (up to 16 hours!!). And it too is water, sweat and rub resistant so you can party the night away to your heart’s content. Dermablend’s New Total Body Corrective Foundation can also help cover spider or varicose veins.
- Finally, as the saying goes – You are what you eat. Most people are well aware that a diet rich in fruits, vegetables and healthy grains and fats is crucial for healthy looking skin, but when stress and lethargy kicks in – as it does in the throes of wedding planning – most can’t help but lunge for a take away menu. The fact is that greasy cheesy chip butty isn’t just going to show on your tummy, it’ll also find its way to your forehead, nose and chin in the form of oil. This doesn’t mean you need to cut calories however. Healthy fats that come from foods such as avocado, olive oil and fish (Omega 3s, to give them a more scientific name) are known for plumping up the skin to give it a smooth, matte texture, reduce inflammation and create a gorgeous glow. They’re also super for your hair too.
