December winds up each year with Christmas festivities that also bring in the sound of wedding bells. That said, there lies an ounce of dread-dry skin and dehydrated hair, for brides to be to contend with, amidst all the euphoria.
While these are significant factors which need looking into if you want your wedding photos to look vibrant and beautiful, here are some easy beauty hacks for staying relaxed on your wedding day.
Choose your makeup products wisely
Every stylist has a go-to product to help them attain the perfect look.The best fit for the Christmas season are cream-based and liquid formulated makeup products that will keep the face hydrated for hours and provide a decent amount of covering also. Since it is December, smoky styled looks and metallics will be in vogue as they stay longer than the other shades. The base you use should also provide sufficient hydration and be chosen according to your skin type.
Moisturise
No matter what the season, moisturising is one step brides should never neglect as it is a significant part of every skincare routine.The cold winter weather tends to dry out the skin, hence water can do you a world of good. To prevent your skin from becoming flaky, you need to lock-in the moisture to enable a smooth makeup base.
Hydrate your hair
Just like your skin, your hair too needs to stay hydrated in order to keep it looking glossy and radiant and preventing breakage and brittleness. Begin with giving your scalp a good oil massage to keep it soft and manageable in the cold winter chill. Before the magic day, consider a hair spa to withstand all the hairstyling it will have to undergo. Consider choosing products formulated for adding moisture and incorporate deep conditioning masks into your routine once a week. Before or between washes apply a hair refresher that is water-soluble and oil-absorbing and leaves no evidence of using a dry shampoo.
Avoid a hot water shower
Bathing with hot water can cause significant damage to your scalp and cause your tresses to look frizzy and brittle. While cold water may not be a preferred option, especially during the cold Christmas period, shower instead with lukewarm water so as to not aggravate hair damage. Avoid anything with harsh chemicals and consider using a nourishing shampoos and conditioners that are gentle and are free of sulfates, parabens, sodium chloride and synthetic fragrances.
Reduce heat while styling your hair
Hairstyling for brides is an inevitable part of the wedding regimen because of the numerous functions to attend. Additionally, this period involves extensive hairstyling and use of heat. If you are using a curler or flat iron too often, it is advisable to cut down on the daily heat routine or curl less often.
Anytime you hairstyle, prep your hair with a heat protection product like a hair shield, which will make an incredible difference in the health and appearance of your hair.
