Weddings are expensive; and if you’re reading this, then you’ve likely spent years saving and budgeting carefully for your big day. So, now is not the time to let pre-wedding pampering sabotage your plans. With some smart beauty hacks, you can look and feel amazing without breaking the bank. Here are some inexpensive pre-wedding treatments to try in preparation for your special ceremony.
At-Home Hair Treatments
Skip pricey salon appointments and do your own trims, color, deep conditioning treatments, and blowouts at home instead. All you need is a good quality drugstore color to start. Once you’ve applied it, wrap your head in an old towel and let the conditioner soak while cleaning or watching Netflix. Then, blow-dry in sections with a round brush for lasting volume and shine.
DIY Nails
Professional mani-pedis can easily cost $60 or more per visit. Instead of draining your honeymoon fund, do your own nails at home. Start by investing in high-quality nail polish from a beauty supply store. The polishes are more pigmented, longer lasting, and apply smoothly. Then, select your wedding colors or a timeless red or pink shade.
For a pedicure, fill a tub or bucket with warm water and add a cup of Epsom salts. Soak your feet for 10-15 minutes to soften skin and cuticles, theme use a foot scrubber or pumice stone to gently remove rough calluses and dead skin.
Push back cuticles with an orangewood stick, pat the feet completely dry, then massage in a thick, rich foot cream or oil. This hydrates and preps nails for polish. Don’t forget to massage your hands and fingers too. Then, gently file nails into your desired shape.
Facial Tools and Products
Invest in some quality tools like a facial brush, ice roller, and gua sha stone. You can use these to do weekly mini facials at home with a cleanser, serum, moisturizer, and mask. Look out for ingredients like hyaluronic acid, glycerin, and ceramides—they can help you fade acne scars, pigmentation, and boost glow.
Fake Tans
Tanning beds can damage your skin and accelerate aging. That’s why you should opt for self-tanners instead. Check for natural, non-toxic formulas without harsh chemicals. Properly exfoliate and use tanning mitts to avoid streaks and orange palms. Gradual lotions allow you to build custom color and maintain that glow affordably between applications.
Hair Removal
At least a month before, start waxing or using at-home laser devices on legs, underarms, and your bikini line. The upfront cost pays off long-term with smooth skin for your honeymoon. Use travel packing hacks like storing strips, wipes, and powder in your carry-on.
Teeth Whitening
For a bright smile, use whitening toothpastes and strips from the drugstore. Avoid harsh gels that can damage enamel and rather make a baking soda paste with hydrogen peroxide instead. You should also consider cutting back on staining drinks before your big day.
Stay Fit
Exercise relieves stress and will give your body a radiant, toned look. At least six months leading up to your big day, take long walks and do bodyweight exercises at home. Look up free online workouts for strength training, cardio, and flexibility to keep things interesting. Most importantly, don’t overdo it or make drastic changes right before your wedding—this can lead to unexpected injuries.
Get Rest
Nothing rejuvenates like proper sleep. Fatigue, on the other hand, leads to dull skin, dark circles, breakouts, and a sallow complexion. For best results, prioritize 7-9 hours per night. You can use meditation, calming music, or a bath to help you relax before bed.
Get Tha Radiant Bridal Glow
With affordable spa days at home, you’ll look wedding fabulous while saving cash for the honeymoon of your dreams. To save even more money, take advantage of the cruising season to book the perfect honeymoon and plan your itinerary in advance.
