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FALL AND WINTER BRIDES Wedneadav September a 1M J Backtobasic beauty tips for bridetobe As the wedding day approaches most bridestobe have three worries Will it rain Will I be on time And most importantly how will I look While most of us have no control over he weather or the traffic on the way to the church there arc simple ways to ensure you look your very best as you walk down the aisle According to the experts at the secret to wedding day beauty is to focus on the basics proper skin and nail care As the center of attention youll pose for hundreds of photos and will be asked just as many times for a glimpse of your new wedding band Without a doubt your facial skin and nails are the areas to focus on as you make your wedding plans Bridestobe should analyze their skin and nail care routines well before the wedding day to allow time for changes and Improvements according to Dr Paul Fehn of Research and Development at While make up is obviously important no amount of makeup can compensate for unhealthy skin Likewise nail polish cannot cam ouflage poorly groomed nails Back to basics cleansing Proper facial cleansing is the first and most important step to a healthy com plexion says Dr Unfortunately most women overcleanse their face scrubbing away moisture and leaving their skin dull and lifeless Dr recommends the moisture- protective cleansers from Plenitude Frances numberone skincare line thats now available in drugstores nationwide These new cleansers are enriched with and pro vitamins to provide thorough cleansing and protect the skins natural moisture balance Available in cleansing bars gel or cream Plenitude cleansers offer sophisticated formulas according to Dr Fehn and are affordably priced for brides on a budget To remove deeply embedded impuri ties consider using a gentle facial scrub several times a week The best formulas are fortified with nourishing ingredients to replenish the skins own moisture and should be gentle enough for daily use Ideally you should start your new cleansing routine a couple of months before the wedding to ensure a healthy glowing complexion for your special day and the rest of your life Choosing the right moisturizer The next step in basic skincare according to Dr is to select a moisturizer to complement your new cleansing system Try a formula with the advanced technology of liposomes to permeate the skin and provide mois ture to the areas where its needed most If youre planning a wedding or hon eymoon in warmweather areas you may want lo select a light oilfree moisturizer This type of formula works well under makeup and will not add unattractive shine lo your face Backtobasics nail care Wellmanicured nails do not happen overnight Strong healthy nails take time to grow so begin cultivating your nails at least two months before the wedding If you have nail problems Dr recommends you look for treatment products that are tai lored to your specific needs Grow Stronger is fortified with keratin to fortify weak brittle nails in just 10- days Grow Thicker is bodybuilding base coat thats enriched with pan- tnenol and vitamin E Dont forget your cuticles a cuticle conditioner will help replenish essential moisture to keep cuticles smooth and neat For daily nail protection use a nail reinforcer that will protect your nails from drying splitting or peeling s Mega Hard is the only for mula with a patented ingredi ent used on speedboats and spacecraft for its strength and durability And for honeymoons in the sun remember to pack a top coat with ultraviolet pro tecting finish and sunscreen to protect your manicure from fading and yellow ing in the sun After the basics foundation and color Once youve mastered the basics of skin and nail care you can focus on makeup and colors Start with founda tion Even if you dont normally wear a foundation every day you may want to use one on your wedding day Dr Fehn notes that the right foundation can make a difference in refining your complexion and covering lastminute blemishes from nerves A soft matte finish photographs best Try a range of shades using the testers at drugstores and select the one closest to your natural color Focus on the eyes When you gaze into your new hus bands eyes for the first time youll want to be confident yours look their best Choose a mascara that will give your lashes volume and thickness without clumping or heaviness LOrtfals brand new Voluminous Dramatically Thick Mascara promises the drama of a lot of lashes not a lot of mascara If youre the emotional type safeguard your eyes with water proof mascara so you can cry tears of joy without worrying about running and smudging Experiment with a range of eye shadow colors several weeks before the wedding Soft muted colors that complement your natural eye color are generally the best choice with wed ding white Klssable lips To prepare for a long day in the spot light select a longwearable lipstick Make a dramatic statement with bright red lipstick or go for a natural look with a soft rose or peach tone A light powder applied under your lipstick will help stay on longer For extra shine apply a light coat of clear gloss to the center of your lips Enjoy the day Once youve mastered the basics of skin and nail care and selected your that youll look absolutely beautiful favorite makeup you can be confident Just smile and enjoy your day Wedding Invitations Select your Invitations from our col I eel ion of traditional contemporary designs Socially correct com- the elegance of our wedding stationery Ask to see our many wedding accessories too Our gift lo you as a keep so Copy of your inviialion her moon graved in gold AVAILABLE AT The Halton Hills HERALD GUELPH ST GEORGETOWN 8772201 Offers The Finest Facilities For ANY OCCASION BANQUET FACILITIES For Fully Licensed Bar Specie Food Menus Available Entertainment or DJ provided upon request A COMPLETE PACKAGE Moke your Wedding or Anniversary Party arrangements a pleasant experience SPEAK TO US FIRST 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