Glowing skin is just happy, hydrated, healthy skin, which is easily achievable if you start at the right time. Getting that bridal glow isn’t an overnight thing (how we wish it was though) — it takes months of pampering and preparations to look your radiant best on your D-Day. A pre-bridal care routine is what you need to get radiant looking skin that makes you stand out and look like a gleaming goddess. But if you’re wondering how you can achieve that extraordinary glow, look no further! We’ve got you. Apart from the tried and tested highlighter and moisturiser mix, we’ve got some tips and suggestions to amp up the bridal glow. From nourishing body washes and gentle exfoliators, to foot creams and body oils, we’ve got everything you’ll need for your pre-bridal care routine at home. Keep reading to get the full step by step routine on how you can get one step closer to looking like a glistening dream on the biggest day of your life.
Step 1: Prep with a relaxing shower
Pick a hydrating body wash which will help nourish your skin while cleansing and giving it a moisturised effect. Ensure to take a lukewarm water shower (avoid extremely long showers too) because hot water can dry out your skin.
Step 2: Exfoliation is key
The next step is to get rid of dead skin cells and any product build up, so grab your body scrub and get exfoliating. Ingredients like shea butter and vitamin E are proven to help achieve a healthy glow. Post-shower, exfoliate using a long-handled dry brush with stiff bristles and move upward from the ankles to get rid of dead skin cells and build up.
Step 3: Hydrate and moisturise
Environmental aggressors and (as mentioned before) long hot showers can cause your skin to lose its natural oils causing it to dry out. Using body lotions whipped with ingredients like almond oil or vitamin C can go a long way to give you hydrated, glowy skin. To maintain a radiant complexion, be regular with your body lotion and never skimp on it.
Step 4: Give your hands and feet some love
Dry and dull hands and feet are not a good look on anyone! Make sure to exfoliate and hydrate your hands and feet with hand and foot creams to help soothe and repair your skin. Use creams infused with coffee and aloe vera to tackle thirsty skin. Make sure to moisturise every night to soften those cuticles too. Oh, and if you apply a small amount on your painted nails, it will help maintain and protect the colour (it’s worked wonders for me, tbh).
Editor’s tip: Add body oil to your routine
Apart from hydrating and moisturising your skin with lotions and creams, take your body glow routine a level up with body oils. This will help give skin a more smoother, supple, radiant look while knocking out dryness. Use a generous amount on damp skin, straight out of the shower because it helps lock in the moisture better. You could go for oils with fruity or floral fragrances that you could pop into your honeymoon bag too (you’re welcome).
