Beauty Breakdown
All eyes are on you on your wedding day, so take a break from planning and do a little primping before the wedding festivities begin.
What |
Get It |
Pros |
Cons |
Cost |
| Lash Extensions Made with synthetic fabrics, the lashes are bonded to your own with a gentle adhesive that dries soft on the lashes. The process takes one to two hours depending on the service you choose. |
Champagne Taste, 841 Baxter St., Ste. 114, 704-366-5724 |
Drop the Kleenex: There’s no need to worry about your mascara running when things get emotional on the big day. | It’s relatively short term: your lashes will last six to eight weeks. | $100 to $250 per first set; $25 to $75 per refill |
| Back Facial This fifty-minute facial for your back will leave your skin feeling extra soft for that strapless dress. |
Ballantyne Hotel & Lodge, 10000 Ballantyne Commons Pkwy., 704-248-4000 |
An aesthetician rubs and scrubs the oft-neglected place your hands can’t. | Budget-conscious brides should note that back facials can be pricey. | $90 |
| Eyebrow Threading Thread is twisted through unwanted hairs for easy removal. |
Varji & Varji, 911 E. Morehead St., Ste. 600; 720 Governor Morrison St., Ste. 170, 704-333-1957 |
It’s a great alternative to waxing if your skin is sensitive. | It takes a bit longer than traditional waxing. | $25 per visit |
| Teeth Whitening This whitening technique can make your teeth whiter by four to ten shades. The process usually takes about forty-five minutes. |
Ballantyne Center for Dentistry, 15105 John J. Delaney Dr., Ste. K, 704-540-2255 |
That’s easy: whiter teeth. | Expect teeth sensitivity for up to twelve hours after the procedure. | $599 |
| Spray Tan A great way to get tan sans the UVA/UVB rays, a spray tan is a quick solution to get the glow before you walk down the aisle. |
Dilworth Tanning Salon, 1412 East Blvd., 704-332-8720 |
It’s quick, painless, and is easy on your skin. | Get the spray tan a few days before the wedding, otherwise your glorious glow might stain your gown. | Mystic Tan: $27-$29 |
