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Brides, This Is What Your Hairstylist Wants You to Know Ahead of Your Wedding

From the moment you’ve said, “yes!” you’ve probably been daydreaming of your glamorous bridal look for your big day. While you may have said yes to the dress and accessories, it’s important to spend some time determining your beauty look and it’s hair care needs. There are plenty of steps you can take (and others that you shouldn’t!) to ensure  your bridal hair style is everything you’ve dreamed of.

Here are some tips from Alistbeauty, owner Al Fortier on what you should know, do, and expect while getting your mane ready for your walk down the aisle.

What ALL Brides Should Do

As with most things in life, it’s important to be prepared. This means maintaining your hair regularly for it to be in prime condition with professional hair care. Make sure you trim your hair regularly. This makes for smooth strands, for a perfected style. Also, consider adding subtle highlights to give amazing dimension throughout the style, and for the photos.

“Try to keep your hair in its best condition by avoiding too much heat. One of the worst things you could do pre-wedding is to singe your gorgeous locks with too much heat! We recommend using a heat protectant before blow-drying, or heat styling. (REDKEN DUO SHIELD 07: HAIR COLOR PROTECTING GEL CREAM Hair gel provides heat protection and high shine for color treated hair).

 What NO Bride Should DO

It may be tempting to give a whole new look a try prior to your day as a bride, but it’s not a good idea. Alistbeauty warns against drastic color changes, explaining, “Make sure you are thinking ahead. These will be memories that last a lifetime. You should want your color to reflect you as a person, not something that was trending.” So, while some styles and hair colours might look gorge on Instagram, you might want to save it for after you’ve wed.

The #1 question Alistbeauty brides ask most often is, “Do you think this will stay?” While of course we wish we could keep our bridal hair perfect forever, try to be reasonable in your expectations. “Of course hair will naturally lose volume and some shape throughout the long day ahead of you,” To try to combat this,  we suggests brides-to-be select a style according to weather and texture. For added volume, length, and shape, Al also proposes considering hair extensions.

Be Prepared

It’s recommended you begin to follow a great hair care regimen, just as you would a skincare. “Always have high quality products for your hair—shampoo and conditioner followed by styling products,” says Al. “Speak with your hairdresser to find out what products and regimen will work best for your hair texture.” he adds, “I truly love colourproof moisture shampoo and masque.” While you’re at it, be sure to keep up with your coloring services!

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Vows

Writing Your Wedding Vows

Your wedding ceremony will be the true highlight of your big day. After all, vowing your love to your partner is the most important aspect of your wedding. You’ve fallen in love and planned a wedding, and now have the task of writing your wedding vows.

With so many reasons as to why you love your partner, you may be at a loss as to how to put each detail onto paper. If so, don’t fret, writing your wedding vows is not as difficult as it may seem!

Every aspect of your wedding is important, especially your vows! That’s why, here at alistbeauty, we have gathered some tips to assist you in writing your wedding vows.

  • Develop a plan. First, you will want to work together to develop a plan for the writing of your wedding vows. Ideally, you will most likely want your vows to both represent the same length. So, it would be best to choose a time limit or a word count for the writing of yours, so that one is not much larger than the other’s.
  • What to write. With so many qualities that you love about your partner, you may be at a loss as to how to represent each detail throughout your vows. While it may seem daunting, there is actually an easy guide in which you can follow.
    • To start off, it is best to showcase why you fell in love with your partner.
    • Next, highlight the qualities that you love about them.
    • Last, explain why you want to spend the rest of your life with them, along with how you will be there to always take care of them.
  • Practices makes perfect. We have all heard it before…practice makes perfect! It is best to practices your speaking your vows at home, in front of the mirror, so that you can be comfortable when speaking in front of your guests. Also, it is ideal to always bring your vows written down with you, as even if you have a good memory, nerves can kick in, and you certainly wouldn’t want to forget any of those special words.

The vows you speak to your partner will be the start to your marriage. So, writing them with confidence is certainly ideal. These tips will assist you in creating lovely wedding vows.

 

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The Dress Of Your Dreams!

The Dress of your dreams

You found your soul mate and somehow that didn’t feel as difficult as finding the dress of your dreams! From fit and flair, ball gowns to bias-cut dresses the options seem endless.

Here are some signs that you may have found the dress of your dreams.

 

 You can picture yourself walking down the aisle in it.

 You don’t want to take it off or want to wear it now.
 All other dresses suddenly pale in comparison to it.

 

 Someone in your group is tearing up, even if it’s not you.

 You’re convinced your body has never looked better.

 Your gown may not be pink, but your face has taken on a rosy glow.

 

 No one else’s opinion matters you have to have it!

 The prospect of not wearing the dress on your big day is too much to bear.

 You feel like you’re falling in love all over again.
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Your Blushing!

 Blush Blush Blushing Bride!

Alistbeauty helps you find your shade of blush colour that looks the most natural on you is easy with this little trick.

Looking in a mirror and gently pull down your lower lip to view the inner lip colour.  Match the color you see along the inside of your lip to your blush colour and you have the perfect shade.

Sounds too simple, the color on the inside of your bottom lip is slightly different from the rest of your complexion, but still compliments it. For example, if you’re on the fair side and your inner lip is pink, a similar shade of blush will work beautifully.

 

NARS POWDER BLUSH

 

 

Hall of Fame winner  Orgasm is a blush shade that is one that flatters every skin tone. Fans rave about the coverage, which can be as light or as intense as you want.

CHANEL POWDER BLUSH

Beauty pros can’t get enough of this. The baked-powder technology means this is the smoothest, silkiest blush around. It’s available in an impressive array of 17  colour shades,allowing you to mix colors whenever you want to feel like a pro makeup artist yourself.

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Dazzling Accessories

Make A Huge Statement With Dazzling Accessories

 One of the biggest bridal jewelry trends this year is, without a doubt, dazzling accessories and statement earrings. Eye-catching chandeliers are everywhere—from high fashion runways to real brides.
Beyond being striking , earrings can also double as your something blue.  Here are is a  dazzling accessories  from alistbeauty that is guaranteed to make a stylist statement on your big day.

These are just a few designs featured in the  alistbeauty  collection that will not only be perfect for your big day but, act as a reminder of how great is was each time you wear them to another function.

 

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Flawless Skin on Your Wedding Day

 Every bride wants flawless skin for her wedding-day skin!  Our make up artist can work his or her magic before your walk down the aisle, but what about your getting-ready photos? One of the most fun parts of your special day is spending the morning getting glam with your bridesmaids. Think of you and your girls popping champagne in your silk robes.
If the thought of being photographed au naturel leaves you cringing, it’s probably time to get serious about a pre-wedding skincare routine. Alistbeauty shares a few tips to get you started. So when your big day arrives, you’ll look and feel gorgeous in your own skin.

1. Get on the right skincare regimen!

 Step one is to get an early start on addressing any major skin concerns you may have—whether it’s acne, hyperpigmentation or fine lines—ideally at least six months in advance .  Schedule an appointment with a dermatologist or aesthetician who can help design a month-by-month regimen to help you reach your skin goals.

2. Invest in professional facials

Facials can be expensive, but making an upfront investment in professional treatments may mean that you can wear less makeup on your wedding day. These services provide a level of deep cleansing and exfoliation that isn’t achievable at home. Regular check-ups with a skin expert will help make necessary tweaks to your treatments and at-home regimen to help you reach your complexion goals. .

3. Get serious about your at-home skincare routine

 Taking care of your skin properly every day is the most important contributing factor to achieving healthy skin. Look for cleansers, serums, and creams that are targeted to your skin’s needs and goals—and be diligent about sticking to your routine day and night.

4. Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate

This sounds simple, but it’s the one we tend to overlook the most. “Stay hydrated (inside and out) is going to help your skin stay plump and smooth, alisthbeauty advises, “which means a more youthful complexion and makeup that glides on effortlessly on wedding day,” Pro tips: Drink plenty of water and look for products with hyaluronic acid, which holds 1,000 times its weight in water, like Skinceuticals Hydrating B5 Gel.

5. What you put in your body is just as important as what you put on it

You already know that superfoods like kale, cacao, and blueberries do your body good, but did you know they can do wonders for your skin? What you eat directly affects your hormones and inflammatory skin conditions like acne. Doing your best to eat clean  will not only increase your energy and keep your body strong, but it will also keep you and your skin happy too.

Now you are picture and wedding ready!

 

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Tips For Your On Your wedding Day

Alistbeauty Tips For Your On Your wedding Day

On the morning of your wedding, you’ll have an overflow of emotions and nerves and you may find it hard to think of what to do first. Before alistbeauty arrives to get you red carpet worthy here are a few ideas to help you relax and enjoy the start of your day. In order to help jump start your wedding morning, here are ten beauty tips to hug on tightly to the first couple of hours of your big day.
1. Stay relaxed in bed
You may feel like you need to jump out of bed and start getting ready and doing a million things, but chill out in bed a little longer. The more rest you can get in the morning, the better. So linger for a bit and try to relax.
2. Drink water
Stay hydrated throughout the day and start drinking as soon you wake up in the morning.
3. Snack are needed
You may not feel like eating much before you start your day, but rushing around you may forget that you still need enrgy. Make sure to have healthy snacks around so you can eat on the go.
4. A Long Shower can feel amazing
There’s nothing like a relaxing warm shower! If you have a bathtub in your room or suite, consider an early morning bath to destress with something that smells spa like too
5. Exercise may be your thing
If you are a gym goer spend a half hour at the gym. You’ll will enjoy the extra endorphins and a kick of energy. A walk may help settle your thoughts.
6. Moisturize Your Face & Body
You want to have that dewey bridal glow so make sure to slather the moisturizer on all over and let it sink in while you relax. Your skin will glow all day long.
7. Stash some Wipes
These will help you stay freshen up throughout the day, especially after taking photos or spending time on the dance floor. Ole Henriksen The Clean Truth Cleansing Cloths: Brightening A luxe quilted cloth that cleanse and hydrate with radiance-boosting vitamin C that sweeps away dirt, oil ,and make up. (He may need them more than you with all the kissing)
8. Opt for the Waterproof Mascara
Even if you don’t tear up easily, choose waterproof mascara to ensure you’ll be raccoon-eye free like Too Face “Better Than Sex Waterproof Mascara.
9. Toss the Salt
Try and avoid salt before and on the morning of your wedding. It will save you from feeling bloated on your wedding day.
10. Bring Your Own Lipstick
You’ll want your own lipstick nearby for touch ups throughout the day.
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The Dress of your dreams

The Dress of your dreams

You found your soul mate and some how that didn’t feel as difficult as finding the dream dress! From fit and flair, ball gowns to bias-cut dresses the options seem endless.  Here are ten signs that you may have found the one.
1. You start using superlatives.
If you’re suddenly inspired to describe your gown as “the most amazing dress “, “It’s stunning!” or simply “OMG I love the way I look in it!” you’ve found the one.
2. You can picture yourself walking down the aisle in it.
Picturing your groom’s awestruck reaction to your red carpet-worthy look as you glide down the aisle? You’ve found the one.
3. You don’t want to take it off or want to wear it now.
You want to wear it to school, work. bowling or to the supermarket that’s normal, right?
4. All other dresses suddenly pale in comparison to it.   Everything else looks drab or just “ok” compared to the stunner you’re rocking now.
5. Someone in your group is tearing up, even if it’s not you.
If your mother, sister, or best friend needs tissues, you’ve found your dream dress.
6. You’re convinced your body has never looked better.
Whether it is a cinched mermaid dress that emphasizes your curves or a slim silk sheath that complements your athletic frame, Giselle has nothing on you when you’re in this stunner.
7. Your gown may not be pink, but your face has taken on a rosy glow.  If your dress evokes the same blushing reaction, as the first kiss did you found the one.
8. No one else’s opinion matters.
Your mind is made up, you love it and that’s the one!
9. The prospect of not wearing the dress on your big day is too much to bear.
You will do without anything else maybe even the groom, but you have to wear this gown!
10. You feel like you’re falling in love all over again.
If you’re experiencing a coup de coeur like the one you felt when first falling for your groom, it’s time to say yes to the dress

 

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Choosing The Right Lip Colour

Choosing The Right Lip Colour For Brides On The Wedding Day

Move over Angelina, Charlize and Halle there is a new Alistbeauty and that’s you! Flashbulbs go off as you look Red Carpet worthy on your big day whether chose to go light or bright, here’s how to find the most flattering shade of lipstick for your wedding.
Choosing the right lip colour is an essential part of your big-day look. (Just consider all the kissing and smiling you’ll be doing that day!) Alistbeauty wants to help you find that right colour that will help you smile hear to hear. Here is the top three bridal-friendly color groups- nudes, pinks and reds?and we can provide tons of pretty options and tips galore. Pucker up!

Nude

Nudes go on so soft and light, it’s like a prettier, glossier version of your very own lips but, when choosing a nude, go darker so that it does not look like you’ve erased your lips when you put it on.Pair this flirty nude pink with winged “kitten” eyeliner.
A sophisticated neutral lipstick like this is the perfect balance of  the right colour  when adding a dramatic smoky eye.
Add a little pink shimmer to the nude lipstick, makes it so fresh and so girly.
 

Pink

It’s hard to go wrong with pink lipstick. Why? Our lips are naturally a rosy beige, which makes this group the super complexion-friendly.

 

HOT PINK

With a pink this shocking, keep the rest of your big-day makeup low key A matte finish keeps this hot pink shade in the classy.

For daytime weddings, pinks read dressy, polished and playful.
HOT TIP!! Applying lipstick with a brush makes it last about a lot longer.

RED

Bluish reds, like this one, look amazing on brides with cool undertones.

 

HOT TIP! To keep red lipstick from feathering, line your lips with a nude liner first.

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Ice Ice Baby

FINDING THE RIGHT SPARKLER FOR YOUR WEDDING DAY

Unless you are a Kardashian and are looking to wear something that looks like the iceberg that sank the Titanic less is better. Many challenges with wedding jewelry is not only finding the right sparkler but, the fact that much is a one time wear and not really well made.
The Harrington Collection is a boutique line of jeweler that looks like a family heirloom that is special enough to wear on your Big day but, something you will want to wear long after the last dance. We can help you choose jewelry that suits your style just right!
Bride’s have worn coloured shoes think (SEX IN THE CITY) for a few years now and trends seems to be going from colour on the toes to the earlobes. Why not entertain the idea of wearing something blue as your something blue?

 

Finding the right sparkler