6 Winter Wedding Makeup Tips
By Mona Kapoor
Posted at 06:20
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If you are counting down the days to your wedding, you are worrying about numerous things including your wedding makeup. In addition, you have a winter wedding. It is so important to find the right winter wedding makeup tips, which will work perfectly for your skin and which will work with your wedding theme too! Do you want to look beautiful on your special day? Here are a few best winter wedding makeup tips.
1. Go with your wedding theme colors
When you are choosing your wedding colors, you should also think about your wedding makeup! If you don’t want to go with blue color, because it might blend into the back ground, what do you think about bright pinks, cool greens and even some silvers? They are all perfect winter colors!
2. Take care of your skin
In the winter our skin becomes really dry, that’s why it’s so important to take care of your skin. After all, have you ever put makeup on dry flaky skin? It’s awful, right? Remember regularly exfoliate, clean and moisturize your skin! It’s one of the most important winter wedding makeup tips to consider before preparing for your wedding.
3. Choose a silicone based foundation
Do you know that before choosing a liquid foundation you should make sure that it is silicone based? If you are going to hire a makeup artist, it’s okay, because most of them know this, however you should check it out. It is so important because I’m sure you don’t want your makeup to melt off when you will be on the dance floor!
4. Opt for no liquid foundations
When I said that a silicone based foundation is the best choice I wanted you to pay attention to this thing. After all, liquid foundations can make your skin much drier and can cause it to sink into wrinkles you don’t even have. That’s why you should consider that in the winter and avoid any liquid foundations.
5. Wear bright lipstick
Even if you are going to hire a makeup artist, you have still got to learn some winter wedding makeup tips, which will work for you! Wearing bright lipstick is something that always works great not only for weddings, but also for any winter time makeup. Whether it is bright coral or bright red, it will make your lips really stand out!
6. Avoid cool blues
Bold and bright blues are an amazing accent color for wedding, however if you go with something pale and soft, instead of making you stand out, it will fade right into the snow. This winter wedding makeup tip is to avoid the blues and pick up something that matches your wedding theme!
Simple Makeup Tips for Summer
By Mona Kapoor
Posted at 06:12
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The following super simple makeup tips for summer are offered by pro beauticians who wish to pave your way to a beauty bunny career. Welcome these revolutionary and easy-to-implement techniques with open arms to take your beauty skills to the next level.
Concealer Tip
Create the effect of a flawless complexion using the most flattering concealer shade and formula. In order to guarantee the dazzling success of your makeup base, keep in mind the following trick. Apply concealer in thin layers as the secret to a natural-looking effect. Hide flaws using a smaller brush and your fave concealer. Pay special attention to the tiniest details to make a smashing impression with your casual or party look.
Foundation Tip
Those who are eager to master the art of creating the perfect base should pay attention to the following beauty secret: in order to ease the application of foundation, use a sponge from now on.
The amazing result of your makeover is guaranteed if you keep the sponge wet and then apply the foundation on it. This is the secret of the makeup artist Sarah Lucero to build up the hottest red carpet looks of super-famous and beloved celebrities.
Highlighter Tip
Emphasize your natural beauty using the beauty trick offered by the ultra-successful makeup artist Carmindy. Use a creamy highlighter formula to draw attention to your perfectly defined cheeks and glimpse in general.
Your fingers should serve as the best application tools for this beauty fix. Apply the highlighter on your brow bone just below the eyebrows, the inside corners of your eyes then you can finish up the ultimate makeover with the cheekbones.
Eyeliner Tip
Carmindy also grants us with a trick on how to make the most of our eyeliner makeup during the summer. As creamy eye shadows tend to melt down and smudge due to high temperatures, it is highly recommended to opt for a waterproof gel eyeliner. Define your eyes by applying some eyeliner on your upper lash line. In order to create a super-soft and neat look all you have to do is grab a cotton swab and use the smudging technique. In this case you can leave the lids bare as the eyeliner can create the ideal definition without the help of a bright or neutral eyeshadow.
Eyeshadow Tip
Pro makeup artists know how important it is to build up an A-list eye makeup. Therefore, if you wish to follow their footsteps, make sure you experiment with the following tip. The newest makeup trends allow you to tackle the lower lash line when it comes to emphasizing your alluring glimpse. In order to create a neat and at the same time super-flattering impression, use at least two shades to tackle this spot. Apply the medium tone right under the lashes and the darker shade right below the lash line. The effect will be simply overwhelming. Practice more to nail down the most inspiring looks from bollywood.
Makeup Tips to Use After Marriage
By Mona Kapoor
Posted at 06:07
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Cleanse
Start with cleansing your face so that there is no residue or dirt left. Gently wash your face with a cleanser to have clean skin.
Moisturize
Moisturize your skin with a good moisturizer. Take a small amount and apply small dots all over and gently massage all over the face. It moisturizes and hydrates your skin and ensures an even and long lasting application of Makeup
Foundation
Foundation gives you an even tone and gives an illusion of flawless skin. Go to any good beauty store and ask for foundation that matches your skin tone. Using clean hands – apply foundation on your forehead, cheeks, nose and chin. Using your fingers, sponge or brush – blend it well. Blending is the key step here so take your time to create a flawless finish
Blush On
Adding a Blush on your face will give a youthful glow. Pink and Apricot are most suited for Indian skin tones. Use a foundation brush and buff the blush in the skin and then apply one more layer. Keep buffing till you get desired intensity.
Lip Color
For Indian Skin Tones (Medium to olive tones) try neutral colours such as apricots, beiges and nudes. To avoid over-doing, take a good sheer color and apply on your lips. You can use a Lip Stick – start from center and follow the natural arch of lips to the corner of lips. Repeat on the opposite sides.
Eye Liner
Your Eye Pencil helps you achieve a dramatic look and you will stand out nice and pretty among other females. Outline your upper lid to have a natural and subtle look but if you want to add a dramatic and sexy touch, you can outline upper eyelid and lower eyelid both. You can use Brown, Black, Blue, Purple, or Green Color Eye Pencil.
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Idea for Beautiful Skin
By Mona Kapoor
Posted at 03:22
If you’ve already set the date for wedding, then congratulations. But its now time for you to find a good aesthetician and spa; and find one right away. Most brides just get a good facial done a week before the actual event but that not enough. For a full body glow, it’s very essential for the bride-to-be to have a full body spa treatment done well before the wedding. It’s a good idea to have the treatment spaced out over two to three months to get the full effect of a spa treatment not only on your face but on your body too.
What you should do!
There are many treatments that will be suggested but it’s a good idea to start off with the basics. Here is a simple list of what you can start with from three months before your wedding date to get yourself toned up for the big day.
Three months before the big day- Get your hair trimmed and coloured if you want it. Remember that most hair cuts will require time to grow into the style that the stylist wants. Get the haircut done at the same place as you are having your spa and then plan your entire look around the style you have selected. This long time gap will also give you enough time to change your haircut and look if you don’t like it! Get a gloss treatment done too where your hair shines with health. This treatment is not really available with every spa so check beforehand. Ask your aesthetician for the different varieties of blemish control and relaxing massages that they have. Believe me, the stress of preparing for the wedding can make your skin blotchy. But good blemish control and relaxing massages done once every month can work wonders.
Two months before the big day- Now is the time to actually get down to the body scrubs that are done at spas. A body scrub is wonderful way to polish your dull looking skin and get it into top shape for your big day. Most spas will offer simple sugar scrubs, chocolate scrubs or even aromatherapy scrubs that are wonderfully aromatic and relaxing. To prepare your facial skin, ask for an aromatherapy facial combined with a scrub.
Once month before the big day- Not many people do remember this, but I recommend a Brazilian Wax procedure where all the pubic hair is removed. The process is slightly painful but it’s well worth the pain. You will feel clean and clear and it’s really exciting for your husband too. Doing the procedure a month before ensures that the area will heal well and not hold up your wedding night. Along with a Brazilian, ask for a full body wax, body exfoliation (to touch up the body scrub you did last month), a complete facial and a mani-pedicure. This completes the entire routine for your big day.
Perfect Bridal Beauty Guide
By Mona Kapoor
Posted at 01:14
Here are some beauty tips that can be taken by a bride before wedding:
1. Eyebrow: The size and shape of the eyebrows directly influences the expression of the face. For having a natural appearance of eyebrows, we must begin sometime before to "retouch" to get the desired shape. There are professionals who study what kind of eyebrow will look better in your face.
2. Makeup: The bridal makeup is a ritual. Make sure the makeup will last throughout the day. If you are the type who prefers a natural makeup, uncluttered, it is important to use very elaborate and tough makeup.
3. Up against emotion: The wedding day is very emotional and tears can come easily. To avoid unpleasant surprises, it is better to opt for waterproof mascara.
4. Spotless Face: Every bride wants to appear in their wedding album with a perfect skin . It is recommended that a few weeks before the marriage, the bride should make a clean skin to remove blemishes or redness, which is quite common in these times due to stress.
5. Hydrated and luminous skin: The day before the wedding it is recommended to use a moisturizing treatment for radiance of your skin. This allows better set makeup and makes your skin look more radiant.
6. White smile: Many brides also use the days before the marriage by going to the dentist for teeth whitening for giving a whitening smile in their photos. There are few home tips to whiten your teeth at home as follows:
Brushing with fine salt and lemon
Brushing with baking soda and lemon.
Use crest whitening strips
The strawberry pulp
7. False nails: The nails on the wedding day are a key point because many people will ask to see the alliance, and the branches given prominence. So you must carefully look after and the day before, make your manicure. That if it comes to paint, much as you like strong colors, red, pink, or black, to this day is better that you opt for a French manicure, and if you don’t like these shades then choose shades of porcelain, beige, pink clear. Gloss or a French manicure will aloso give perfect nails. You can also visit Nail Salon.
8. New cosmetics: Trying new beauty products and makeup is always tempting, but doing it on the day before a special date is highly recommended. Any allergic reaction can hassle photos of the big day.
9. Arms: If you have long hair or very dark arms, we recommend you to have them shaved. Some people choose to bleach the hair of their arms, but sometimes the result is very artificial and even more noticeable.
10. Plucked Eyebrows: Bring your eyebrows with a nice shape and well shaved to have flattering eyes. However, it is not practical to do the same day as may be redness may occur.
11. Grains: If you're prone to pimples then a preventive treatment help you to prevent it.
12. Rest: Best way to look beautiful on the wedding day is to rest and sleep a lot the day before. It is also probable that the nerves this is: no panic, eye drops will be the perfectly achieved.
13. Manicure: It is best to manicure the same wedding day and the day before, so that it resists for long time.
14. Fashion Victim: It is best to choose a style in which you look and feel comfortable. Once you have made the final round of wedding dress , trying to control your weight, either upwards or downwards. It is normal for brides suffer anxiety or nerves can fluctuate their weights easily. So bad is gaining weight, because the dress you can be small, such as losing a lot because in the end can stay loose, and the wedding dress has to fit snug like a glove.
How to get beautiful Artificial Nail
By Mona Kapoor
Posted at 01:11
With all the importance placed on getting the hair right, making sure skin is in great condition and perfecting your make up, you can be forgiven for forgetting to look after finer details, like your nails. You don’t want to leave nail care for the night before to realize how important it is towards the build up of your big day.
If your real nails are just not in good enough condition, take the easy option and fake it! Here is a lowdown of the nail options available are your fingertips.
Acrylic nails
A false nail is fixed midway up the natural nail. It is then buffed to remove any ridges and filled into shape. The nails are then coated with a mixture of a special powder and paste that is moulded into shape. To give a finish nails needs to be buffed, smoothed and polished. They are strongest and most durable choice of overlay and if applied correctly, can look thin and natural.
Gel nails
These are most popular choice of nails as the finish can be almost like your natural nails. The expert applies a thick polish gel to the nail and sets it under ultraviolet light which hardens to leave you with a strong and shiny set of nails. When applied and removed professionally, gels will do a little damage to your natural nails. Gel gives the natural and light weight finish – ideal for those with broken or weak nails.
Fibre glass nails
This option is not as popular as gels and acrylic but is a great option for those who have nails that break easily. The application involves fibre strips being cut into the desired shape and glued to the nail plate. It is perfect option for someone with brittle nails and who wants to adds some strength to it.
Although the artificial nails are crafted so skilfully and so elegantly that sometime it becomes difficult to distinguish an artificial nail from the real one. But artificial nail can never substitute natural nail so it is always better to keep natural nails with proper care.
Wedding Dress Ideas
By Mona Kapoor
Posted at 06:10
No other day can be perfect than Valentine’s Day for lovers to start the first day of their married life. So, if you are one of those luck ones, to have their wedding planned on valentines day then you will have to do some extra work to make it more beautiful and memorable , not only for you and your loved one, but for all. Even before actual wedding day announcement, friends and families of bride and groom start preparing for wedding day. Everyone starts making lists and giving orders for wedding preparations, but the one thing which should be given the most importance is, is the wedding dress. Although wedding dresses of both bride and groom are always bought and decorated with care, but if it’s a valentine wedding dress than it has to be given extra care in selection as well as decoration.
Traditional Wedding Dress
Traditional wedding dresses are preferred by most bride and grooms on their wedding day. But, one can always make changes and design it differently to make their valentine wedding dress look one of its kind. Start with the color of your wedding dress; the time of the wedding can be a very important factor while choosing color for your wedding dress. If it’s a daytime wedding then go for lighter yet bright not shiny color wedding dress, and if it’s an evening wedding then choose bright color for your wedding dress. Lehanga – choli is preferred wedding attire all over India. You can also go for this traditional wedding attire and to make it look extra special for your valentine wedding you can design and style it in the way in which it suits you the best.
Red Wedding Dress
What color can be perfect than the color of love - red, as your wedding dress color. Select a red color wedding dress for your valentine day wedding, while selecting the red color dress try all the different shades of red and then choose the one which looks best on you. Another thing which you can do is go for different and soft color dupatta or shawl with your red wedding dress, it will help you soften up the red wedding dress if you are not comfortable or sure about total red wedding dress. And, to add little more valentines feeling in your valentine wedding you can have your blouse neck made in heart shape cut.
Pink wedding dress is also very popular as valentines wedding dress. So, what’s your valentine wedding dress color, pink or red?
Expert Bridal beauty
By Mona Kapoor
Posted at 06:04
I have been in the beauty business from the past seven years and I specialize in bridal make up. The past few years have made me learn a lot especially one thing- that a bride wants to look no less than a miss universe on her wedding day; which from all aspects is fair! All the bride-to-be’s which come to me have hundreds of queries and doubts about how to get that perfect glow and the unmatchable look for their wedding. So, here I am going to spill the beans today. Following are certain well guarded beauty secrets and tips for all the brides so that they all can look no less than a Cleopatra or a princess Diana on their wedding day.
The skin care regimen
You have to start following this from almost 6 months before your wedding day. If you think that just doing make up on your D-day would make you look stunning then you are in for a loss. So start your preparations well in advance. First of all you have to say bye bye to your stress. Many of you would think that how is it related to beauty, but high stress levels directly affect your skin can even cause acne. So start practicing yoga or any other fun activity to keep your stress at bay. Also, drink lots of water to keep your skin well hydrated. Stock in vegetables and fruits which are rich in vitamin-C as it is very important to keep your skin healthy. Get your facials done regularly and indulge in some sort physical activity like running, swimming etc. to keep your skin healthy.
Its hair
It is a misconception that henna is applied only to color the hair. Make sure you apply henna to your hair at least twice a month to get the shine in your hair. The hot oil massage is the best way to keep your hair healthy. Include protein in your diet and eat almonds every morning on an empty stomach to keep your hair healthy. Go for regular trimmings and try a new hairstyle a few months before.
For the million dollar smile
This is one area which most brides ignore and in this case ignorance is not bliss. Decrease your tea and coffee intake to keep your teeth white as these drinks tend to stain the teeth. It’s a good decision to opt for the dentist’s professional bleaching services to get the perfect smile on your big day.
The D-day make up
First of all, before wearing your wedding day costume, fragrance yourself properly; so use good scented talcum powder after bath, use deodorant and a good quality perfume. Avoid using liquid foundation as it tends to smudge and wash away and you would need it on the entire night. So it’s better to go for either cream or powder based foundation. Pink blush is good for everyday use not for the wedding. Try to go for bronze or golden blush shades as it’ll give you a diva-like look for your wedding. As for the eyes, use an eye-shadow primer without silicon and feel free to play with shocking colors as they’d give a nice dramatic effect to your eyes. Always go for lipsticks instead of lip gloss for your wedding as they stay on much longer than gloss.
There are other tricks as well, but these are the most important ones. So follow these few beauty secrets which would make you forget your all make up woes for your wedding day; and look your best.
Hair Style for the wedding day
By Mona Kapoor
Posted at 05:57
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Everything makes up for a beautiful bride. Hair might not look like a major contributor to your wedding day appearance but it definitely is. What will a good make up do if your strands are not properly tucked? Worse, an unruly hairdo may ruin the effect of your bridal make-up. So here are some quick tips and types to help you get a prim and perfect hairstyle.
Face friendly
Every one of us has a definite face contour. Some have long faces, others have short ones, and some have an oval shape while others are sharper around certain edges. So while getting a hairdo, you need to keep in mind your face style. A bride with an elongated face should look out for a hairstyle that will add volume to her shape. Such people might leave a few strands on the sides of the face if they don't like the hair to be pulled back completely into a bun. This gives a very soft feeling to your face.
Compliments your dress
Your hairstyle must compliment your wedding dress. This is of utmost importance or else it will hamper your complete look. As for example, for off shoulder dress, you might opt for end curls. Leave a few strands loose on the shoulders. This gives a very subtle and romantic look. You must go in for trials with various hairdos before locking in on one of them.
Optional use of veils
In a certain traditional Indian weddings, the bride is expected to wear a veil over her head. In such situations, go in for a hairdo that can balance the veil. If it's a full length veil, your bun or hairdo should be steady and firm to support it.
Accessorize your hairdo
To add little more jazz to your hairdo, you can use certain accessories like flowers, hair broaches, etc. For broaches, keep a small dent on the bun to fit it perfectly.
Types of hairstyles
- Traditional bun hairstyle: This is the often-used hairstyle in India. Pull up the whole hair in a bun, firmly knitted with clips and other stuff.
- Sideways bun: It's similar to the above style with the only difference being the position of the bun. Here the bun is placed sideways.
- French and braided style: this helps to keep you away from run of the mill stuff.
Sleek, Simple jewellery for bride
By Mona Kapoor
Posted at 05:01
All of you are different in your way and thus are different your choices. It is very natural for everyone to have some specific choices and desires when it comes to planning a wedding and especially when you are the bride. Read the excerpt below and find out how you can opt for sleek and simple jewellery and look absolutely sophisticated.
Simple jewellery
The very little details to the bigger ones demands equal attention, and in the midst of everything the smaller details concerning the bride goes a miss. However, you still have nothing to worry, if you are keen on keeping it simple yet elegant for yourself. When it is about the jewellery thinking simple is easy, but getting hold of what exactly you want is difficult. However, just try to follow a few basic ideas to easily find the simple ornaments for yourself.
Budget planning
When you are thinking simple and sleek it is obvious that you already have something in mind. What thus, becomes your first step is to decide on the range. Simple jewellery does not always mean low in range. You will have to fix up a budget and chalk out what all ornaments you need. It might just be the earrings and the necklace. While at other times, it might even include bangles and nose pins etc.
Making the choice
Once the budget is fixed, try to browse through online catalogues of various stores to check the range available in that budget. It might be that you like a design offered by one store and you want it in diamonds and stones rather than simply gold.
Mix and match
Never mind, just copy the image or take a printout and order the same in your local store the way you want. Simple sleek jewellery is a sign of sophistication and generally must be a work of precious stones and diamonds.
It is not the heavy weight that matters for simple jewellery but its value is measured in terms of what it is made from.
Beautiful bride in just three month
By Mona Kapoor
Posted at 04:47
Planning
Planning the whole thing is very important. Surf through online websites or discus with your friends to know where you can get your various facial and decorative stuff done. By the end of the first 30 days, you should be ready with all your appointments in place namely; mehendi, massage, spa, parlour, hairstylist, beautician and others.
Lock the look
Decide on what look you intend to have on your wedding day. Be it glamorous, chic, contemporary or traditional, don’t forget to experiment a few styles of each to reach a consensus. Browsing wedding magazines or online portals is a good idea to get a desired look. It will also come in handy while describing it to your stylist.
Skin care regime
Get yourself a strict skin care regime. Follow it religiously. Check out a dermatologist and understand your skin’s stretchable limits. This will give you an idea as to how much can you experiment with your skin. If you intend for any cosmetic change, consult a cosmetologist.
Stay fit
Do make a point to walk briskly everyday. What’s the point in investing so much on your skin and face when you don’t feel healthy. Also, it will help you be in shape by the time your wedding arrives.
Diet plan
Get a proper diet plan. If you want to shed the kilos, consume what you must and discard the rest. Do exercise everyday.
It’s not an uphill task to look glamorously gorgeous on your D-day. What you have to do is follow the above and feel splendid on your D-Day as everything will be in place.
Idea for Beautiful Skin
By Mona Kapoor
Posted at 04:11
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What you should do!
There are many treatments that will be suggested but it’s a good idea to start off with the basics. Here is a simple list of what you can start with from three months before your wedding date to get yourself toned up for the big day.
Three months before the big day- Get your hair trimmed and coloured if you want it. Remember that most hair cuts will require time to grow into the style that the stylist wants. Get the haircut done at the same place as you are having your spa and then plan your entire look around the style you have selected. This long time gap will also give you enough time to change your haircut and look if you don’t like it! Get a gloss treatment done too where your hair shines with health. This treatment is not really available with every spa so check beforehand. Ask your aesthetician for the different varieties of blemish control and relaxing massages that they have. Believe me, the stress of preparing for the wedding can make your skin blotchy. But good blemish control and relaxing massages done once every month can work wonders.
Two months before the big day- Now is the time to actually get down to the body scrubs that are done at spas. A body scrub is wonderful way to polish your dull looking skin and get it into top shape for your big day. Most spas will offer simple sugar scrubs, chocolate scrubs or even aromatherapy scrubs that are wonderfully aromatic and relaxing. To prepare your facial skin, ask for an aromatherapy facial combined with a scrub.
How to impress a guy 1 hour
By Mona Kapoor
Posted at 03:59
It is not unheard of for women to go on multiple such “first meetings”, only to be rejected by the potential groom in all cases. If it is happening too often, you need to step back and consider whether it is fair to lump all the blame on the guy. Maybe you should take a close hard look in the mirror and seriously consider whether it is really all his fault. Are you unconsciously behaving in a manner that would turn off even the most ardent of admirers in a matter of minutes?
Just check the following list to figure out whether you are not committing one of these cardinal sins that would cause you to lose a guy – any guy - in 1 hour’s time flat:
Wearing a ton of make up
Do you want to know what one of my pet peeves is? Well, you are reading this article, so I will assume that you do. To me, there is nothing tackier than lipstick stains on a teacup or glass. In fact, to me they are the epitome of tawdry. Do you really want to take the chance that you will accidentally set off one of your potential fiancé’s pet peeves? I did not think so.
Also, wearing a ton of make up means that you will constantly need to check it to make sure that you look all right. Checking your appearance constantly in the rear view mirror of the car, arranging and rearranging your scarf or stole every three minutes, fiddling with your hair throughout the date can be off putting, to say the least. It can give the impression that you are a vain and self centred person who is interested only in herself, and we don’t want that now, do we?
Being poorly groomed
The way you look speaks volumes about the way you look after yourself – or don’t. So ensure that you are thoroughly waxed, shaved and plucked before you embark on that all important first date with your husband to be. If there is a genuine reason why you cannot epilate, then wear something that does not draw attention to your arms and legs. Wear a salwar kurta/ jeans/ sari or anything else that covers your legs completely, and go for a full sleeved top.
Be a giggling girl
You know, like those girls, who are like, totally, girly, right? They are so totally uncool, like, right? Don’t be a girly girl who giggles over everything even remotely amusing. And do not put on a fake accent, even if you are a call center executive with a fantastic American accent.
Perfect guide for facials
By Mona Kapoor
Posted at 03:48
Different types of face packs and facials are available for dry, normal and combination skin types. Therefore, you should be aware of your skin type so that you can follow the beauty aesthetics in the best manner.
Consult the dermatologist
If you have skin problems or extremely sensitive skin then you must consult a skin specialist before going ahead with any face packs or facials. You do not want to complicate your life by inviting itchiness, inflammation and skin rashes before the important day of your life. Whether you have a dry, oily or a combination skin, you must be very precarious and get bridal facials done after proper consultation.
You should maintain a daily skin routine which includes cleansing, scrubbing and moisturizing so that when you apply face packs and get special facials done, they will enliven your skin and you will be complimented by everyone for the healthy, radiant glow. You will look marvelous in your wedding pictures as well.
The best options
One of the most effective face masks that will make any bride look beautiful is the lemon and honey face mask. You should apply it three days before the big day so that you will look naturally pretty. The paste of honey, lemon raw egg and flour does wonders to the skin and you just cannot wrong with this face pack. Brides should not skip the vitamin masks as it provides nourishment to the skin. All the acne and unwanted particles settled on the layers of the skin are cleansed in the best manner.
Many brides opt for facial with aroma oils because it would ensure that the skin looks young and sparkling. The steam imbibed during this process would release all the dirt from the pores of the skin which would make the skin supple and clean. The make up done on the skin will gleam and you will realize that your man at the altar is simply marveling at your beautiful skin.
Skin nourishment and care
The pre-wedding skin routine is a time consuming task and you should eat the right nutrients and drink lots of water so that the face pack and facials do have a deep and a positive impact. All the brides-to-be should go to the best salon in town and get special bridal package for facials that will lend a healthy, youthful glow to the skin and toning it well.
Gold and pear facials are really in this wedding season. Organic and Ayurvedic products have made a great comeback because a lot of brides worry about chemicals having a detrimental impact on their skin.
All the brides want to look spectacular and this is possible by applying the right face packs and facials depending on the skin type before the big day. Looking gorgeous for one’s wedding is not too much to ask for, or is it?
Bridal Mehendi Tips
By Mona Kapoor
Posted at 03:42
A traditional Indian bride will stay incomplete until and unless her hands are smeared with mehendi. The intricate designs of mehendi on hands and legs are a must. In ancient times, it was more of a homely affair where the women of the family used to apply mehendi on each others’ palms and legs. Now it has acquired a professional strapping with a lot mehendi artistes designing what a bride wants. So here’s a brief sketch of the various beliefs surrounding mehendi making it a pious necessity and it’s various designs.
Folklore involving Mehendi
a) There’s an age old saying that colour of mehendi depicts the amount of love a groom has for his bride. If the colour deepens in the run up to the D-day, it is believed that the groom will love the bride dearly all his life and vice versa. It also symbolises the strength in the bond. No wonder, one can see brides using various homely methods of enhancing the colour of their mehendi like applying mustard oil on it, dabbing it with a cotton soaked in a mixture of lemon juice and sugar at regular intervals, etc.
b) The mehendi artiste writes the name of the groom in a very concealing manner on the palm of the bride. After the marriage ceremony, the groom is asked to locate his name on his wife’s palm. If he fails, it is believed the wife will have a command over this marriage for ever and alternately, if the groom does manages to locate his name, he gets an upperhand in the relationship.
Mehendi designs
Nowadays, mehendi is segregated in two distinct types: Indian and Arabic.
Indian Mehendi designs
Indian Mehendi designs
The Indian mehendi designs include the obvious mix of flowers, petals, peacock, lotus and others. Each of these designs has a lore attached to it. For example, the design of peacock on the palm reflects the vibrancy of the life stretched ahead for the bride. Since peacock is a bird with a lot of colour in its feathers, the design is generally merged with a few colors to give it an effervescent feel.
Sometimes an elephant with a raised trunk is also drawn as a part of mehendi illustrations as it symbolizes good luck. Similarly, flowers depict exuberance; petals depict lushness while lotus is pure and adds sanctity to the bond of holy matrimony.
Arabic Mehendi Designs
Arabic mehendi designs are the most recent and trendy designs in the fore now. They are generally patterns that adorn a side of the palm and feet. They are the preferred ones now because they take less time to take shape and get dry.
Bridal Dressing tips
By Mona Kapoor
Posted at 03:30
For any bride-to-be, her wedding day is the most important and anticipated day of the life. Every bride wants to look best on her wedding day and spends considerable time in preparing for it. Clothes are very important aspect of the bridal look. The whole look depends upon wedding attire. Once wedding attire is finalized then makeup, jewellery, shoes and bags are coordinated according to the attire.
In earlier times the traditional bridal wear was synonym to heavy look which was very uncomfortable at times for bride. However, today bridal wear is all about comfort and practicality. Deep, dark, rich colours, luxurious fabric and heavy embellishment bridal wear is complete no-no for summer season. They work well during winter season. Many designers today have different wedding attire lines for summer and winter season. Designers generally avoid fuss and frills look for the summer bride. A sparkling corseted blouse, teamed with a huge voluminous Victorian inspired skirt with no embroidery and a tulle dupatta with an embroidered border to match is suggested by a leading designer.
For celebrity designer Manish Malhotra, practicality is the mantra for bridal wedding attire. According to him the important factors to look out in a bride is her body type, height, complexion, and facial features. These features are important in deciding what cut or colour she would wear on her most important day. A fine combination for traditional and contemporary looks is just perfect. For example, the entire choli can be very Indian in the front bur very western with a scooped bag. Experiment with offbeat colours, also the outfit should be stylized and fun. Beautifully designed cholis and metal vine work on lehngas, heavy crystal bordered sarees with double pallus are in vogue.
While shopping for trousseau, most designers suggest going in for classic, evergreen styles as well as practical comfortable design. Manish Malhotra advises Indo western fusion wear as a must buy part of trousseau. For instance lehnga with a racer back choli and a dupatta or a traditional saree with a corseted blouse.
Many brides can’t afford a designer bridal wear and many pick their wedding outfits off the market or get it made by a trusted family tailor. For selecting the outfit brides-to-be needs to keep weather conditions in mind, their skin tone, height, personality, body type and most importantly the budget. Sometimes brides select very heavy embellished wedding outfits which can be worn only once. It is always advisable to pick outfit which can be mix and match with other outfits for future occasions. For example the choli can be worn with saree or the dupatta can be matched with churidar salwar and the lehngas can be worn as skirt with a corset and stole.
Wedding day for bride to be is undoubtedly the most beautiful and memorable day and wearing the perfect wedding attire is brings out the personality and confidence in bride. Always try wearing your style and making a statement.
Skin Care Tips for Bridal
By Mona Kapoor
Posted at 03:20
For a bride, her wedding day is the most memorable day of her life. She will savor every moment of that precious occasion. So looking beautiful is the first thing that a bride will want. But beauty without a glowing skin is listless. So invariably, an appointment with a beautician and a hairstylist is made within days. However, in addition to that the bride can do her bit for her skin. So here’s a list of a few things a bride can do to add dazzle to her radiant skin.
Cleanse your skin thoroughly
It is very necessary that you clean your skin thoroughly. In accordance with one’s skin type, a bride should use a cleanser. Cleanse your face in the morning before taking a bath. Apply a moisturizer to keep your skin smooth and moist. This will help you reduce black heads or white heads and will also keep your skin silky smooth.
Get a proper diet
The pre-wedding days are hectic and stressful. You want everything to be perfect which might lead to loss of sleep and sloppy food intake. So get a proper diet chart made. What you eat will have it’s ramifications on your appearance; so be extremely careful about it. Also have ample sleep. Every bride needs her beauty sleep to feel rejuvenated and fresh like a daisy on her wedding day. Drink 10-12 glasses of water everyday and substantiate your meal intake with proper blend of fruits and vegetables. Try to release any kind of tensions through mediation or yoga. These are the best ways to release the stress you might be feeling.
Use home made face packs
You can go in for homemade face packs prepared with stuff like gram flour, curd and others to get a soft and effective skin care.
- Apply gram flour mixed with curd on your face. It will not only soften the tan that you might have acquired due to your work related commitments but also make your skin supple and beautiful.
- You an also try using a mix of honey and glycerin for your face and body. They accentuate the lithe look.
- Mix turmeric powder and milk; apply it on your face and body daily. It gives an internal glow to the skin.
Skin treatments, if need be
Though there are many home remedies to uplift and brighten your skin, for extreme cases brides can opt for special skin care treatments. Say for example, if you suffer from regular bouts of acne, it is advisable to check out a dermatologist before you go in for a beautician. Acnes generally are the signs of improper digestion. There are various skin care facilities that not only help you understand where your skin is faltering but also present you with the various remedies to rectify it.
Essential tips to remember
- Avoid junk or fried foods
- Avoid undue stress
- Eat a nutrients rich diet
- Limit your beverage intake.
- Use sunscreen lotion whenever necessary.
