By Professional Make-up Artist and Beauty Blogger Bonnie Ryan

Prepare in Advance!
If regular facials are something you are planning before your wedding, you should start working alongside your skin therapist 6-12 months before. Everyone’s skin is different, needs different care and each person will have different concerns, so it’s wise to set up a consultation first so you and your skin specialist are on the same page.

Manage Stress Levels
It’s not all about looking after the outside when it comes to skin. Planning and the days leading up to a wedding can be stressful. It’s so important to incorporate things into your day in the lead up to your wedding to keep stress levels down, such as…

• Exercising: it can help release endorphins, which have a calming effect on the body and mind

• Meditation: This is one of my favourite ways to relax. Even five minutes each day has been proven to help calm the central nervous system

Look at Your Diet
Ideally, you should be eating a balanced diet with a wide range of nutrients. This isn’t always easy when you’re busy (and stressed!). Consider a supplement like Cleanmarine For Women (now known as Cleanmarine PeriodPlan) an Irish omega 3 and multivitamin supplement that contains vitamin B2, which contributes to the maintenance of normal skin. I’ve been taking Cleanmarine For Women for three months now, it’s helped my skin to look and feel nourished from within.