November 3rd 2024.
Planning a wedding can be overwhelming, especially when you're bombarded with endless recommendations and rules from the wedding industry. As soon as I got engaged, I was hit with a flood of "WedTok" content, advising me on what products I absolutely needed to buy and what preparations I should have started yesterday. I couldn't resist and found myself sucked into the madness, determined to look my best on my big day.
I was willing to try every treatment and product in my quest for the perfect bridal beauty regime. Of course, if you prefer to embrace your natural self, that's completely valid and empowering. But as a newlywed, I can confidently say that I've tried and tested various treatments to separate the fabulous from the fads, so you don't have to. Trust me, not all of them are worth it.
One treatment that I highly recommend is brow lamination. It's like a perm for your eyebrows, giving them a lifted and fuller appearance. I went to Browfique in London and came out with strong and powerful brows. It's not cheap, but I found it to be worth the price. My brows were described as "feathery" by a friend, and I promise that was a compliment.
Teeth whitening is another popular pre-wedding treatment, and I would consider it the holy grail. It can be quite expensive, but I chose to invest in Enlighten's system, which included trays, gels, and toothpaste to prep and maintain the whiteness. It set me back about £600, but the results were worth it. After a few weeks of using the gel and being cautious of staining foods and drinks, my teeth were several shades whiter and more uniform in appearance.
I also wanted to try a Hydrafacial, which is a three-step process that exfoliates, moisturizes, and infuses vitamins and peptides into the skin. I opted for the one offered by Dr. Tatiana and Dr. Rishi on Harley Street, and I couldn't be happier with the results. Not only was the process relaxing, but the immediate glow lasted for weeks. Plus, my acne scarring was less noticeable after just one session. However, I must mention that these treatments can be prohibitively expensive for most people, with the facial alone costing £250 and additional treatments bringing the total to £685.
In the end, whether or not you choose to indulge in bridal beauty treatments is entirely up to you. Embrace your natural beauty or treat yourself to some self-care – both are valid choices. But if you're looking for recommendations, I've got you covered. And remember, the most important thing on your wedding day is to feel confident and beautiful, no matter what beauty treatments you may or may not have tried.
Planning a wedding can be overwhelming, with the constant bombardment of advice and recommendations from every direction. I know this all too well, as I recently went through the process myself. Within minutes of getting engaged, I was hit with a wave of wedding content, or as the cool kids call it, 'WedTok'. For those not familiar, it's a never-ending stream of products you "absolutely must buy", and a laundry list of tasks that "should have been started yesterday". It's enough to make any nearlywed's head spin.
But I have to admit, I fell right into the trap. I was determined to look and feel my best on my big day, even though I'm certain my now-husband would have said "I do" even if I had a bird's nest on my head. So, I embarked on a journey to try every bridal beauty treatment, product, and technique in search of that coveted wedding day glow.
Of course, not everyone wants to go through the madness of pre-wedding beauty treatments, and that's completely fine. But as a newlywed, I can confidently say that I have sorted through the fabulous from the fads, so you don't have to. Trust me when I say, not all of them are worth it.
One treatment that I was pleasantly surprised by was brow lamination. It's essentially a perm for your eyebrows, lifting and smoothing each hair for a fuller, "fluffier" look. Yes, it's a bit pricey, but after my appointment at Browfique in London's Victoria, I left with brows fit for a queen. They were bold, powerful, and made me feel like I could conquer the world. It's definitely worth it, but my advice is to find someone you trust and stick with them.
Another must-have for many brides is teeth whitening. And let me tell you, it's not cheap. I opted for the Enlighten system, which came with a hefty price tag of around £600. But after a few weeks of using their gel and trays, and avoiding the usual culprits like curries and Coca-Cola, my teeth were several shades whiter. It also seemed to even out any discoloration, giving my smile a more uniform appearance. Yes, it's expensive, but think of it as a more affordable alternative to Invisalign.
Now, onto my personal favorite - the Hydrafacial. I had been wanting to try this treatment for a long time, and I finally took the plunge right before my wedding. It's a three-step process that exfoliates, moisturizes, and infuses vitamins and peptides into your skin. It's designed to leave your skin looking smooth, hydrated, and refreshed, and let me tell you, it definitely delivered. Not only was the process itself incredibly relaxing, but the results were immediate and long-lasting. My skin was glowing for weeks afterwards, and even my acne scarring seemed to improve. Just be aware that this treatment can be quite expensive, so it may not be feasible for everyone.
In all honesty, I can't say for sure if it was the Hydrafacial, the additional peels and laser treatment, or a combination of everything that gave me such great results. But one thing is for sure, it's not a cheap option. The facial alone costs £250, and with the added treatments, it can add up to a whopping £685. So, while I would love to indulge in this again, it may not be feasible for most people.
In the end, it's important to remember that these treatments are not necessities. They are luxuries that can add to your overall wedding experience, but they are not worth going into debt for. If you have the means to try them out, then go for it! But if not, don't stress. You are beautiful just the way you are, and your wedding day will be perfect no matter what. Trust me, I walked down the aisle with nothing but a smile on my face, and it was the happiest day of my life.
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