Ahhhh... The spa!

by Sandy James, Creative Day Spa

Congratulations on your engagement and upcoming wedding. You’ve probably already made many decisions for the important details of your wedding day. It is now time for the most important thing...YOU.

With engagement parties, rehearsal dinners and your wedding day just around the corner, you must take every measure to ensure you look and feel great!

Be sure to begin with a French pedicure and French manicure which will last through your honeymoon getaway. (One day prior to the wedding day) A deep cleansing facial with a flawless make up application for those close portraits is a must.

A body treatment will slough away your expired skin cells leaving your skin velvety soft and better able to hold a tan. The airbrush tan is very popular today. It is a customized tan for each body type. It will last about 5 to 7 days and does not cause your skin to burn or peel. Many people are choosing this much safer alternative to the sun. It is conditioning to the skin, very natural looking and does not cause cancer. A full body massage a few days prior to the big day will relax away those pre-wedding jitters.

Hair color should be done a few days prior to the wedding for a fresh, vibrant look. If you are having an up-do style, you should arrive at the salon with your hair clean and dry (and in a button up shirt!). Ideally the hair should be cleaned the night before. You can alleviate unnecessary stress on your special day by having scheduling time a couple weeks in advance for a practice styling session, remember to bring your veil along.

Include your whole wedding party in a special pampering session; if you let your spa know in advance they may even provide refreshing snacks and cocktails. Bring a camera and record those before and after moments.

Share a few laughs and tell a few tales; start your special day off with a radiant glow.

Find everything you need in our Professional Wedding Directory.