There’s a lot of hype around wedding day beauty, but it doesn’t have to be complicated. You simply want to look like the best version of yourself when you’re taking your vows and posing for photos. So how can you keep your coverage flawless without applying pageant level quantities of cosmetics to even out your skin tone?
We’ve all heard the tired old axiom that “beauty comes from within.” If you think about this in terms of taking care of yourself, nurturing the gifts you’ve already got and pursuing a healthy lifestyle, however, it really is true. If you treat your body right and accentuate the positive, you’ll be the epitome of a blushing (and glowing and happy!) bride. Take a look at some of our favorite tips for doing bridal beauty the natural way.
1. Be Yourself…
You want lasting coverage that will have you looking like your ultra gorgeous self, but that doesn’t mean you should overdo it on cosmetics on your wedding day. What kind of makeup do you wear on a normal day that makes you feel confident and beautiful? Build on your usual look by bringing out your best features. If you’re dying to show off a bold new lip color or statement hairstyle, try it out before the big day so that you know it works for you.
2. …But Up the Ante
Your wedding day will be lovely, but it will also be long. You want lasting coverage from AM to PM, so your look doesn’t fade. Consider using a waterproof mascara, for example, and a firmer hold hairspray — even if you never normally use hair product.
3. Choose Natural Beauty Fixes
Featuring natural nails and minimal eye makeup, Brides magazine couldn’t get enough of the natural beauty looks on display at Marchesa’s Spring 2017 bridal runway show designs. One of the tips we found most intriguing is that Moroccan argan oil plus crimping can replace costly hair extensions when it comes to upping the volume of fine hair.
4. Stay Hydrated
We all know that drinking enough water is essential for healthy, glowing skin, but it can be easy to overlook when you’re running around making sure the floral arrangements are look fab and posing for photos with your third cousin twice-removed. Be sure to drink plenty in the morning when you’re getting ready!
5. Use Your Own Beauty Products
If you hire a makeup artist for your big day, you’ll probably be using some products designed to last through happy tears, dance floor sweat and champagne toasts. That doesn’t mean you’ll be looking as pristine after dinner as you were before the ceremony, though! Make sure you have fundamentals like our Pressed Mineral Setting Powder or Natural Lip Gloss in your clutch for touchups.