THE GLOW-PRINT

A bride's ultimate timeline to the flawless bridal glow

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Remember the wedding videos of the '90s or early 2000s? If you noticed, it seemed that every bridal makeup artist got the same memo—kohl eyes, dark lips, mismatched foundation.

The makeup got refined with time and brides started finding foundation shades that actually match their skin. But we are way beyond that too, into a realm of verisimilitude. It’s the era of natural-looking bridal makeup, turning our back to glittery eyeshadows and shapeshifting contour, embracing sun-kissed glow with a flush of rose tint on the cheeks.

With minimal makeup, naturally, a need for glow-from-within emerges. Every bride today manifests a glow that is effortless yet impeccably refined. Achieving it, however, is far from last-minute. It is more of a slow process that takes time to give the best result visible on your healthy skin. So if you are planning to get married within a year, you'd better start now to ensure you shine luminously walking down the aisle.

6-12 Months in Advance

The first step is always to pick problems that need the most attention and procedures that take the most time to work. Sit and relax, stop binge-purchasing every product in sight and actually evaluate your skin. Get professional help if you need to understand your skin better— what's the type, the textures, the problem areas— to set goals for yourself.

If you are planning to try out injectables, book your appointment with a dermatologist or aesthetician as soon as possible. Even the subtle enhancements like lip fillers, Botox, facial contouring and laser hair removal require adjustments and followups.