Believe it or not, it's only for the last few years that I really contemplated on getting married. I mean the real deal. Not the whimsical, I want this and that. Maybe because I find myself in a relationship that truly speaks of what marriage should be. But enough about that... Let's go to our main focus.

For me, to be wed is one of the major highlights of being a woman. Especially now a days when women are equipped to be independent, to be married is to give up that short-lived independence that we have. Lucky are you to find a guy who will respect your individuality but nevertheless, it is innate in us to give all ourselves to our family. Maybe that is the reason why the BRIDE is the main focus on weddings.

The Bride is the one with all the trimmings, the best gown, the best look, major entourage anthe last to be presented with all the guest looking at her. Back in the day, i use to think of it like brides are the sacrificial lamb. However, my point of view changed when I reliazed that women are just being honored on her wedding because being a wife and mother is no walk in the park. She is walking through the next phase of her life that may very well define her more as a woman.

Of course, as a Bride we all want to look our best. I, myself, wouldn't settle for less. especially when it comes to the bridal makeup. I may settle for a mediocre gown, venue, food and others but never will i scrimp on what will go and how it goes on my face on the day of my wedding. Blessed are those brides with good skin because I doubt they'd feel the way I do. But for me with bad genes that have an oily face with severe acne scars, I will make sure that I look none of that when I walk down the aisle. Well, at the least, I hope don't. :)

Here are just a few things I've compiled (initially for myself) to aid me in looking my best on the day of my wedding.

1. REST! REST! REST! - I think I will be the worst bridezilla during my wedding preparation especially now that my mom is not there to help me out. So, I'm sure break outs will surface out and my skin will disappoint me in million ways. That's why rest and sleep is so important with all the unexpected mishaps that may occur during our wedding and even on the day itself.

2. HYDRATION - not only through moisturizers and skin care but as well as Water. Don't get tired of this but "drink lots of water/H20!"

3. If you must (like I do), visit your dermatologist or your aesthetician/facialist 1 week to 4 days before your wedding date. Give your skin time to heal and for the treatment you'll be having to take effect.

4. Peeling treatments should be done 6 to 3 months before the date of your wedding. You don't want to flake out, do you?

5. Break in your shoes - believe me when I say that trace of stress will show on your face when you start to feel discomfort on your feet. And you'll be standing for hours taking pictures and dancing... I'm sure may brides out there can relate to this.

6. Surround yourself with your closest friends and family, there's nothing that can give you a glow than a dose of heady laughter with your friends.