7 Things You Need to do Now to Get Flawless Skin Before the Big Day

Do you want your skin to naturally glow on your wedding day? The truth is, healthy and glowing skin can be the best jewelry you can ever wear - not only on your big day. And whether your big day is as far as a few months from now - or as soon as a week from tomorrow - it's time to learn the best tricks in making your skin flawless and aisle-ready.

So, how do you get a beautiful skin on your wedding day without the need for tons of makeup?

1. Know Your Skin Type and Tailor to it

The first thing you need if you want flawlessly glowing skin is to know your skin type. Determine if your skin is normal, oily, dry or a combination. If you don't know this by now, you should definitely take this quiz and see what type of skin you have. And, why is this important?

Well, it will help you in the selection of products and remedies before your special day.

2. Know That Great Skin Comes from Your Plate

Try to eliminate as many processed foods as possible at least two weeks before your big day. The truth is, your skin is the mirror of your eating habits. A lot of nutritionists agree that eating three servings of fruit and five servings of vegetables daily improves the health and look of the skin - just like cutting down foods filled with caffeine, sugar, red meats and greasy foods.

3. ...And the Amount of Water You Drink

A clear and beautiful skin is a hydrated one. That is why aside from washing your face with a good cleanser every day and every night before bed as a routine - you should also drink plenty of water and constantly be hydrated.

The truth is, drinking an adequate amount of water will ensure that your organisms properly digest, absorb, and even excretes the foods you eat - but also that your blood circulates everywhere throughout your body.

After all, our skin is 64% water - and will definitely thank you and glow in its natural light.

4. Invest in A Cleanser, Toner, and Moisturizer that Suits Your Skin Type

Once you learn your skin type, make sure to invest in the appropriate products for your skin. Our beauty expert, LaTonya suggests Limelight by Alcone's Dream Clean Cleanser for normal to oily or acne prone skin types and Calm Balm Moisturizer.For normal to dry skin types, she recommends Limelight by Alcone's Quench Cleanse Cleanser and Skin Therapist for moisture.

"I recommend LimeLight by Alcone because the products are phthalate free paraben free, chemical free, and cruelty-free," says LaTonya. "The products are proven to leave the skin healthy, refreshed, and ready for a flawless makeup application."

5. Buy an SPF 15+ Sunscreen for Daily Use

A sunscreen with no fragrance or oil is the best way to fight the overly tanned (or red) skin on your wedding day, especially if it is set out in a tropical location. All you need to do is get a sunscreen from a reputable brand that once again tailors to your skin type, blocks the UV rays and prevents skin damage and cancer.

6. Use an Eye Cream with a Light Diffuser

Eye circles are one of the worst enemies of brides all around the globe. The worst thing about them is the fact that they are hereditary - which means that the only way to reduce their appearance before your wedding is with makeup. Make sure to start with an eye cream that has light diffusers and would reflect light to make the eye look brighter. Then, use concealer only on the dark spots and always use one that matches your skin tone and type.

7. Get to Know What Kind of Makeup Helps Your Skin Type

Make sure to get a good idea of the best makeup styles for your big day - and see which one of them is best for accenting the natural side of your skin. After all, weddings include a lot of dancing and a lot of hours spent in a single location - so make sure to choose a makeup style that is able to handle this routine.

So, are you ready to start your bridal skin routine? We would love to schedule a consultation with you. Book your bridal trial with Elite Secrets today. Our team of experts is waiting to service you.

ELITE SECRETS: Event Announcement + Questions Every Bride Should Be Asking During Bridal Trials!

At Elite Secrets, we know that those months following up to your special day can be stressful. You’re basically running around, trying to accomplish everything at once, bridesmaid fabrics and slices of cake are being tossed at you in every direction, and venue shopping can be tricky. So we want to make sure that choosing the makeup artist for your wedding is stress free, straightforward, and fun! We’ve compiled a list of tips and tricks to help you get the best experience from your Bridal Trial, know what to look for, what to ask, and what to generally expect out of your bridal trial.

We cover everything from long-lasting foundation tips, to general pricrd and how to avoid hidden fees, and tips on which questions to ask your makeup artist ahead of time! Be sure to click here to watch our new Bridal Trial video on our YouTube Channel so you can get all the amazing tips. Brides, grab your notebooks. Because we are going to be giving you some must-have tips to surviving your trials!

And speaking of Bridal Trials, we are hosting our own Bridal Trial Mania January 14-16th and we’re cutting our rates in half because we are all about saving you money. You can stop by, get your hair and makeup done by the wonderful Latonya Turnage & Level 23, meet other amazing brides, and have some fun! Who said makeup trials have to be stressful?

Not us!

So be sure to email or call and inquire about our Bridal Trial Mania event so you can reserve a spot, seats are filling up quick! We are looking forward to seeing you there!

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Light Up the Night Beauty Soiree' with Elite Secrets & Level 23

It’s that perpetual time of year again where we are all filled to the brim with holiday cheer, social gatherings, and enough eggnog to last us a lifetime and a half. Between the holiday parties, work events, engagement season, bridal showers, you name it, it’s on all of our agendas to attend. But what if I told you that there was a way to make the pre-game for your events less hectic? What if I told you that you could relax, snap your fingers, and suddenly be transformed into a glam goddess ready to take on the world? Well, now you can with Elite Secrets!

On Thursday, as city-goers bustle outside in the crisp December air, Elite Secrets and Level 23  hosted a Beauty Soiree for those with a passion for beauty to mingle in the warmth, nibble on lovely foods, and meet other inspiring and enthusiastic individuals. Open to everyone, this event was a fantastic way to kick off the holiday season: with luxurious products, stocking stuffers, raffles, and glam transformations galore.

If you’ve never attended one of Latonya’s events, you’re in for a magical experience as you walk into the beauty haven to find an array of plush seating, sophisticated decor, and elegant hand-made dresses on display.

From the moment you walk in you are greeted with warm smiles and hellos as you make your way over to have a quick bite to eat. As you indulge, sit back and have lovely conversation with others before making your way over to the gold shimmering table with makeup treats. From blush palettes, to lipsticks and lip glosses, you are able to purchase a wide arrange of products for your loved ones - or, if you’re in for a pamper night, go ahead and pick up some goodies for your own collection. After all, there’s no such thing as too many lipsticks, am I right? And let’s not forget: there is the most decadent hand-made paper mache backdrop to take photos in front of after you get transformed by Latonya and her team.

This beautiful backdrop was made by Creative Forte Events!

It’s a surreal feeling to see people radiate with happiness as she works her magic, enhancing one’s natural beauty, and makes them that much more confident for their events. The excitement one feels after getting their makeup done by the lovely Tonya is remarkable; she truly pampers her clients and guests.

And speaking of pampering, Level 23 spent the evening styling guests hair, which was the best final touch a girl could ask for. Tenease Flowers is a fantastic hair stylist in Baltimore, and offers a variety of services including: bridal and event styling, hair coloring and cutting. You won’t want to miss out on Tenease, so make sure to call and book the duo for your next event! Details will be listed at the bottom of this post.

This event was a definite hit, with lots of lovely individuals coming together to enjoy a wonderful night in celebration of the holiday season. So be sure to follow Elite Secret’s instagram and facebook page to receive updates on any upcoming events, because you won’t want to miss out on all the upcoming fun!

Elite Secrets

Latonya Turnage 

elitesecrets4you.com

410-782-5293

Hair: Level 23 

Tenease Flowers

443-257-5200

Paper Mache Backdrop: Creative Forte Events

Shernita Munson 

creativeforteevents.com

Event Planner: PLANS Management Events, LLC

Anita Riley

410-245-7458

Vintage classic look! Call the studio today to schedule your beauty session, 410.782.5293.