Perfect make-up begins with caring for your skin
You want your make-up to look amazing on your wedding day.ÿ In order to achieve that beautiful glow, it begins with a good skincare routine!
In the lead up to your nuptials, establish your skincare routine at home.ÿ Choose products that are suited to your skin type and ensure that you cleanse, tone and moisturise twice a day.ÿ Additional products, such as serums and eye creams, can be incorporated into your routine if you wish.

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Drinking at least two litres of water a day will help to hydrate your skin.ÿ The use of a facial exfoliator and a mask will buff away dull and tired skin to leave you with a radiant complexion.ÿ Stress can take its toll on your skin, so treat yourself to a weekly face mask suited to your skin type.ÿ Both of these steps will ensure that your skin is smooth, calm and primed prior to make-up application.
It is important to look after your skin all year round, but particularly during the winter months, as the skin can be more prone to drying out.ÿ The lips can also be prone to dryness, and so to ensure that your pout looks its best, use a lip scrub and a lip balm to moisturise your lips.ÿ This will aid with lipstick application for the colour to really shine through!

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By adopting these simple steps, your skin will be well on the way to being prepped for your bridal make-up.
Written by Jenny Green:www.
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