From skin-savvy potions to make-up magic, read on for the essential beauty problem every bride faces, and the product solution she needs to know
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By Jessica David
Calling all brides-to-be, congratulations! You've bagged your man, you've found your dress – now‘s the time to get serious about skincare (and make-up!). You’ll never look more beautiful than you will on your wedding day, and with all those cameras pointed in your direction, you’ll need a kit that guarantees a full day of uninterrupted gorgeousness. From skin-savvy potions to make-up magic, read on for the essential beauty problem every bride faces, and the product solution every bride needs to know about…
Hair by Royston Blythe and Nick Malenko at Royston Blythe, Wolverhampton
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Problem: Spots
Solution: Amanda Lacey Miracle Tonic
Spots. Surely top of every bride's beauty 'mare list? But trust your skin to this aptly named, pretty little pot of zit-zapping magic. With a sweet blend of rosemary and camphor oils, apply directly to the little blighter with a cotton bud and watch as redness is reduced, any swelling is shrunk and skin begins to calm in seconds.
£35, www.amandalacey.com
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Problem: Stress
Solution: Darphin Intral Redness Relief Soothing Serum
If you’ve noted any changes in your skin condition lately, it’s likely stress is the culprit. After all, that wedding isn’t gonna plan itself! Relax, take a deep soothing breath, and reach for a skincare regime specifically targeted for sensitive-skinned souls. Darphin's skin-savvy Intral range uses soothing plant extracts like chamomile, lavender and peony to soothe and calm - with no added irritants, such as colour or fragrance. So now, the only thing likely to irritate is the Best Man…
£45, 0870 034 2566
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Problem: Dull eyes
Solution: Eyedew Sparkling Eye Drops
Sparkling eyes are a bride‘s prerogative. Make yours sparkle all wedding day long with these gentle drops - they reduce redness and banish any unwelcome signs of tiredness, leaving your peepers fresh, bright and ready to smile at all those cameras.
£3, www.boots.com
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Problem: The inevitable tears
Solution: Clarins Double Fix mascara
If you find yourself welling up on your wedding day - and let’s face it, it’s likely - this little wand of mascara sealant means you wind up with ‘panda’ eyes in your pictures. Different lashes have different needs, be it lengthening, curling or thickening, so rather than swapping your mascara, stay true to your favourite and simply coat with this magic seal. You can even use it to tame and tidy unruly brows.
£13.50, www.clarins.co.uk
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Problem: Coverage
Solution: Chanel Mat Lumiere
Coverage is key when it comes to that picture-perfect finish, so to guarantee complexion perfection, look no further than Chanel. Where other matte finish foundations leave skin dull, drying and heavy - which does not a perfect picture make - Mat Lumiére offers an immaculate, long-lasting hold without compromising on comfort or radiance, and works with the light to guarantee every feature is highlighted and contoured.
£25, www.boots.com
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Problem: Touch-ups
Solution: Clinique Almost Powder Compact
Was there ever a powder compact more coveted than this? It features in every beauty insider’s kit for a reason, and every bride should carry one in her wedding clutch for those all important touch-ups throughout the day and night. Packed with anti-oxidants and SPF, this natural, perfecting, ‘no-makeup’ makeup is so light, you won’t even feel it, and it gives a gorgeously flawless finish with one carefree sweep.
£19.08, www.clinique.co.uk
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Problem: Long-lasting colour
Solution: Chantecaille Eyeshadows
Available in a spectrum of stunning shades, these delicate and light-textured shadows feature a shimmering glow of pearl to wash lids with liquid radiance. Why look anywhere else for your bridal palette?
£21, www.spacenk.co.uk
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Problem: Bags, shadows or dark circles
Solution: YSL Touche Éclat
Bags, shadows and circles - common problems that aren’t welcome on your big day, so to banish any signs of stress and sleepless nights leading up to the wedding, bag yourself this cult classic. It's filled with so much light-reflecting pigment, you'll feel confident in the knowledge that what lies beneath will never see the light of day, least of all in your wedding snaps.
£21, www.boots.com
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Problem: That special fragrance
Solution: Vera Wang
You want wedding, you go Wang! Even know you’ve had your signature scent pegged for years, it’s usual for brides to want to try a new fragrance on their wedding day - it means that certain fragrance will always evoke special memories for you and your new husband. With a catalogue of over six stunning scents, including Vera Wang Sheer Veil, and Vera Wang Bouquet, you’ll be spoilt for choice.
From £40, www.verawangonweddings.com
