Sabotage! All that advance effort you're putting in to achieve bridal beauty perfection could backfire. Consider yourself warned

By: Kristin Kane Your middle name is Prepared. OK, it's probably something like Lee or Ann, but you know what I mean. You're taking steps to ensure that nothing is going to ruin any aspect of your wedding day -- especially your wedding look. You have all your pre-event facials, tanning, and hair appointments perfectly planned. There's one word for how you're going to look -- amazing. You've made…  See routines »

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Save your skin and still look like a bronze bombshell on your wedding day

By Jennifer Tzeses Disclaimer: Despite being a beauty writer, editor, and self-proclaimed product maven, I've never been one of those girls who avoid the sun at all costs. Instead (hand covering face) I've worshipped it. This is not something I like to admit, especially given my profession and everything I know about the dangers of the sun. But for the sake of this blog, I'm 'fessing up. On…  Start glowing »

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With these new polishes, chipped nails are not an option

By Jennifer Tzeses OK, so I'm mildly obsessed with nail polish. My naked nails haven't seen the light of day in years, and I've worn everything from leopard-print and ombre glitter to matte black and hot pink. But nail polish has a major drawback -- its microscopically short lifespan. It's this fact alone that's made me become my own manicurist. I simply refuse to spend $15 on something that only…  See how »

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Wedding-day tears are a very real possibility, so use these tips to keep your face from turning into a streaky mess

By Jennifer Tzeses I confess: I'm as sappy as they come. Greeting cards, commercials, even adorable animals can make me cry -- and the ultimate in tear-inducing occasions? Yup, weddings. I'll sob even if I've never met the bride and groom. So I can only imagine the mess I'll be on my own wedding day. And while there's nothing wrong with expressing your feelings (or so I tell myself), it does…  See tips »

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Why shy away from color on this most important day? Here's how any bride can wear bold shades

By Jennifer Tzeses One look at my closet and it's obvious: I'm not shy when it comes to color. Just about every hue known to man is represented, and even if I'm wearing black, I'll punch up my outfit with a bright accessory. So it's only natural that my makeup wardrobe has the same vivid personality. But while I love to play with color most days, I don't think I'll be so keen when it comes to my…  See looks »

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