It’s difficult to know what beauty products are right for you on a daily basis, but when it comes to pre-wedding skin care and make-up, you should pamper yourself with an exceptional beauty regimen. Cyberniza carries 17 of our favourite make-up, hair, and skin-care products for brides-to-be, as well as explains why they should have them in their beauty bag.
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MAKEUP PRIMER
“You’ll need to use all of the tools at your disposal to keep your make-up looking fresh for photos all the way through the after-party. This primer soothes everything out and actually holds your foundation in place—there are also variations that shade correct, limit pores, and add radiance, but this is the classic.”
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FOUNDATION
“This foundation is available in 38 different sun sunglasses so you can find your perfect match. It’s more long-lasting (I swear it won’t budge!) and can be applied for complete coverage or a more sheer finish (use a splendor blender), depending on your preference.”
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SETTING POWDER
“This translucent powder is ultrafine, so it doesn’t look cakey, and it adds a hint of radiance while also removing any shine. It feels so silky on your skin that I have to refrain from touching my face after I put it on.”
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BLACK MASCARA
“Extra-long, fluffy lashes for the one day a year when you really want your eyes to stand out! Since we added it to our store ahead of time this year, this mascara has quickly become a our crew favourite.”
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CONCEALER KIT
“It’s a creamy concealer and setting powder in a compact small enough to keep in your purse for touch-ups after your maid-of-emotional honour’s speech. It’s also available in 15 different sun shades.”
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BLUSH, BRONZER AND HIGHLIGHTER
“Those units include highlighter, lip and cheek tints, and a hydrating balm—all made with coconut oil for just the right amount of glow,” says RMS.
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SETTING SPRAY
“So many of the make-up artists we work with swear by this product. It’s become my go-to for keeping my looking fresh even on the hottest days of the year. And it’s fantastic for a late-afternoon pick-up.”
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WATERPROOF GEL LINER
“I like how matte gel liner looks, and this one is even smoother. It’s available in traditional black, as well as some more daring sun shades like cobalt to match your ‘something blue.”
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LIPSTICK
“For a wedding, I love a velvet matte lip, and this one is still going strong—even through champagne toasts. I’ve seen some brides with a bold berry lip that looks fantastic.”
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FLEXIBLE HAIR SPRAY
“This is a running spray, which means it will keep your style, keep your hair touchable without build-up, and allow you to restyle easily—AKA taking your hair down for a large dance range for the duration of the reception.”
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HAIR OIL
“It smells lovely, smooth’s flyaway and split ends, and leaves skin soft and healthy-looking.”
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TEXTURED SPRAY
“You might want a little more volume depending on your hairstyle and type. It’s simple to get a cantered elevate on the roots with this spray. And if you’ve never smelled Oribe products before, you’re in for a treat—they’re heavenly.”
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CURLING IRON
“This curling iron will come in handy if you or any of your bridesmaids are doing their own hair. It curls your hair for you when you press a button, so you don’t have to do any harm acrobatics to get to the back of your head.”
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FACE MIST
“With coconut water, rose, and aloe, this mist smells amazing and hydrates pores and skin. Additionally, the packaging has a lovely bridal aesthetic.”
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EYE CREAM
“Ideally, you should begin using this a few months prior to your wedding ceremony to keep the skin beneath your eyes hydrated.”
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EMERGENCY SPOT TREATMENT
“It’s been a stressful day, so it’s not surprising that some blemishes have appeared, but it’s still annoying.” I’m a big fan of the zits dots that aren’t visible. They’re extremely unobtrusive (I’ve worn them in the workplace with no one noticing), and they do help to reduce redness and irritation quickly. Put them on one day or first thing in the morning and take them off before the ceremony or photos.”
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FACE MASK
“This treatment mask makes my skin feel so soft and hydrated. You can use it pre-makeup or on its own for 10 to 20 minutes, then rinse it off in the morning (just make sure to patch test earlier than the day if you have sensitive pores and skin).”