It's not uncommon for brides to be up at the crack of dawn, whether from nerves or to get ready, or a combination of both. Edwards recommends applying a tried-and-true facial mask to boost hydration and help reduce puffiness in your skin first thing. If you have bags under your eyes, puffiness can be reduced by cold compresses or gently massaging the eye area to help drain excess fluid.
Should you wake up the morning of your wedding with the biggest zit known to humanity, the best thing you can do is leave it alone. Picking at a zit will only make the inflammation worse, making your pimple more obvious. A good makeup artist will be able to make short work of that zit, and if you've followed your skin-care routine faithfully, a pimple or bags from a sleepless night will be a snap for your makeup artist to hide.
Taking it all off
Chances are, on your wedding day, you will likely be wearing the most makeup you have ever worn. It will be applied, reapplied and touched up all day, making removing all traces of makeup an essential part of your wedding night.
Edwards recommends using a cleansing oil, such as Dermalogica Precleanse, to pre-wash your face before you use your regular cleanser. The cleansing oil works on the principle that oil attracts oil, meaning all the dirt and sebum is removed from your face prior to washing, making it easier for your cleanser to effectively clean your face. Be sure to use a makeup remover to gently remove mascara and eye shadow (don't tug on the skin), and don't be afraid to cleanse again if there are still traces of makeup left on your face. If you can't find a cleansing oil, just wash your face twice: once to remove makeup, and once to cleanse your skin.
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