Even if you hired a wedding planner, weddings are always hectic. From bachelorette parties to dress rehearsals, it can be very stressful.
Here are 6 head-to-toe TLC for the bride and bridesmaids. And of course, it goes without saying that you can also include both the mother-of-the-bride and the mother-of-the-groom. Some extra-special self-care is important before the big day.
And the best thing about this DIY treatments – it is a good opportunity to bond with the whole wedding party and future in-law.
Try these ideas for enhancing your self-care routine:
Get that glow
For healthy skin, try making your own homemade body scrub. All you need is one cup of brown sugar and half a cup of coconut oil for an exfoliating, yet soothing scrub that will leave your face and body feeling smoother than ever. You can add a drop of your favorite essential oil to your scrub that will offer aromatherapy and make your shower smell like a high-end spa.
Also, you can look amazing all day with La Bloom Beauty’s Bloom Facial Mist. This refreshing and hydrating face mist made with Aloe, Rose, Sweet Orange and Eucalyptus will give you the perfect mid-day pick me up! It can also be used as a makeup finishing spray and throughout the day as a refreshing mist. Simply spritz your face a few times evenly, and you’re set for the rest of the day!
Cleanse your way
To feel fresh from head to toe, use a wash that you can trust to gently cleanse even your most intimate areas. Summer’s Eve Cleansing Wash is essential while prepping in the shower for a night in or out. Clinically and gynecologist tested, it refreshes by removing odor-causing bacteria, is designed to match your natural pH level, and is free from dyes and parabens. The cleansing washes feature an array of Clinically Tested Safe Scents or even Fragrance Free.
“Instagram-worthy” smile
For the brightest smile on your special day, try Novashine! Novashine creates natural personal care products that work like a dream. Take its premium teeth whitening kit that’s been found to work 8 times faster than other leading teeth whitening products, cause little to no sensitivity and cut treatment times from 1 hour to as little as 10 minutes! These products do what they promise and then some.
Luscious locks
Infuse your hair with moisture and softness by creating a natural oil mask with ingredients you can find in your own kitchen. Rich oils like extra virgin olive oil, coconut oil or avocado oil are perfect for getting strands moisturized. Give hair a quench of hydration by working in a small amount of oil from your scalp through the ends of your hair, then wrap your hair in a warm damp towel and relax for 10-20 minutes. Shampoo your hair thoroughly and condition as usual.
To style your hair, Bombay Hair tools make it possible to master salon style from the comfort of your own home. Made from various precious metals and equipped for long-lasting performance, the brand offers a variety of curling wands, curling irons, flat irons and styling kits.
In addition to hair tools, Bombay has a huge selection of clip-in hair extensions. The hair is thick from root-to-tip and there is no silicone used on the hair, so the extensions can be used with hot styling tools
Enjoy a headache-free day
The stress of wedding planning is a recipe for migraines, good thing you’ll be prepared with Migrastil Migraine Stick. Your all-natural soothing support to get ahead of the pain! Just apply a small amount at your temples, forehead and back of the neck at the first sign of pain. The Migraine Stick contains peppermint, spearmint and lavender essential oils in a coconut oil base. Don’t let a migraine ruin your time when you can avoid it!
Don’t forget to record the day!
And we don’t mean recording the day with your smartphone. Write something! Stay focused and de-stress with The 6-Minute Diary.
Happiness is the only thing that multiplies when you share it. Share the day with your friends and family over and over again by reading what you wrote on that day. Have your bridesmaids share the moment also. Your mother and mother-in-law will also be delighted to jot down their thoughts.
The 6-Minute Diary contains a 70-page theory portion, a 220-page practical part and can be used for at least 22 weeks if used on a daily basis.
And now you are ready to enjoy your day or week or weekend. Remember also that self-care shouldn’t be limited to a special occasion. Put regular dates for at home wellness sessions in your calendar, so you don’t have to wait for the next special occasion. No matter how you celebrate, treating yourself is always worth doing.
