The Friday Five: Beauty Essentials Before the Wedding

Every bride wants to look her best on her wedding day. Starting a beauty regimen a few weeks out is a great way to get your skin and hair prepped for the big day. Here are five beauty essentials to consider:

Try a technique called dry brushing. Simply take a loofa or natural bristle brush and gently scrub your skin in circular motions. This will slough off dead skin, increase circulation and leave your skin feeling silky smooth.

Keep your lips supple and soft by using a moisturizing lip balm. Try Smith's Rosebud Salve - I love it!

Use a facial exfoliant like Origins Modern Friction. Removing dead skin will brighten up your complexion and create a nice canvas for your makeup.

Try a hair treatment like Moroccan Oil.  Moisturize, eliminate frizz, and get your hair in tip top shape for your wedding day style.

Use a facial moisturizer with SPF 15 or higher to avoid daily sun exposure. This is my beauty must have! I have been using Olay products since I was thirteen and I couldn’t imagine going without it.