July 24, 2019

Stick to these helpful tips for the ultimate wedding day glow!

For the Bride – a Few Months Out

-Drink 5 bottles of water every day (as soon as you can start)
-Manage your time to get enough sleep in the months leading up
-Stick to healthy eating habits
-Avoid salty/sugary foods and carbohydrates
-Make sure to moisturize skin – don’t forget about your hands and feet!
-Avoid testing new products, could cause an unwanted reaction
-Don’t forget to take care of your lips – lip balm and Vaseline are suggested

For the Bride – Month of

-Consider threading instead of plucking eye brows
-Avoid alcohol one month out – assists in de-bloating
-Consider teeth whitening 3 weeks out
-Hair cut and/or color 2 weeks prior to big day
-Schedule teeth cleaning about 2 weeks out
-Get your nails done in a neutral tone – keep the focus on that dress!
-Don’t forget about those toes! Pedicures are a must
-Spray tan at least 2 days prior
-Consider a depuffing facial 2 days out
-Exfoliate face the night before wedding day
-Make sure all unwanted hair is removed – includes pits, legs, and eyebrows

Bride + Attendants Prep

-Eat a high protein breakfast and light lunch
-If you typically have oily hair, wash & condition hair on the morning of & make sure it is fully dry
– If you typically have dry hair, wash & condition hair the night before
-Don’t forget to bring any head pieces or accessories so your hair stylist can apply them AND tell a friend how to remove it later in the evening
-Wear a loose or zipper button up shirt so when your hair is complete, you don’t have to take off a shirt and mess it up
-Come with a clean face (exfoliate night prior)
-Have a day old dirty hair for best results
-Pack a day-of beauty kit for emergency touch ups
-Bring your favorite lip stick so you can reapply throughout the day
-Pack oil wipes in case it’s a hot summer wedding and you need some last minute pat downs

For the Men

-Get plenty of sleep to avoid the tired-look
-Make sure your eyebrows are well groomed
-Keep finger nails clipped and tidy, or spoil yourself with a manicure!
-Whiten teeth for a flashy smile
-Practice a regular skincare routine – including exfoliation
-Get a haircut at least 1-2 weeks before the big day, with an additional touch up a few days before
-Don’t forget to keep that facial hair tidy!
– Moisturize head to toe the weeks leading up to your wedding
-Give yourself enough time, do NOT wait till the last second for anything
-Pack an emergency bag with “extras” – accidents happen, be prepared

Thanks for reading our tips to stay fresh and ready for your big day. We want you to feel as beautiful as humanly possible so you shine among all of your family and friends!

Photo Credit: Lacour Images, Tim Tab Studios

-Ohana Events