A Groom’s Guide To Self-Care
Although most wedding day prep seems to be targeted towards women, it’s important that the groom is looking his absolute best and that involves making sure he’s focused on his self-care before the big day. It can be challenging and quite confusing knowing where or how to start, but don’t fret! We’ve got you covered.
If you’re a groom looking to update or create a self-care routine then read on for some helpful tips to ensure your wedding day glow.
Focus on The Face
Now, regardless of whether you have a skincare routine or not, this is the ideal time to perfect your skin. No one wants to look dull or deal with acne on their big day, so focus on which products you’re already using to make adjustments. You don’t want to start changing your skincare routine days before your wedding as your skin can get irritated and cause breakouts, so give yourself a couple of months before to really nail down your ideal routine.
Focus on the big 3: cleanser, toner, and moisturizer to help simplify your search. However, before you go searching online, it’s crucial that you identify your skin type. Is your skin overly oily or more on the drier side? Or is it sensitive to certain ingredients or products? If your skin is dry then you might want to focus on skin-care products that are hydrating and can improve your moisture level. Throw in some sunscreen to protect your skin's appearance and prevent premature aging, and you have a solid skincare routine that will leave you glowing.
Think Ahead To Your Hair
This day will be documented from start to finish, and you don’t want your photos to haunt you for the rest of your marriage. You want to look your absolute best, and your hair is a vital component to upgrading your look. Elevate your daily look while still maintaining yourself. If you’re planning a pre-wedding haircut, don’t jump to anything trendy or change up your look too drastically. If you tend to rock a full beard then keep it, just make sure you’re trimming any lines and adding beard oil to keep it moisturized and shiny for photos.
If you’re looking to get a haircut or go for a big chop then give your hair ample time to settle by getting a trim a week or two in advance. Enough time for you to adjust to your new look, while also giving yourself some leeway in case of a bad haircut. If you’re dealing with insecurities due to thinning hair, and want a fuller head of hair for your wedding day then opt for hair growth products that will tackle balding and help regrow hair for a thicker looker. What is most important is that you feel confident in your skin and with your hair. So, whether you go long or short or even bald, a well-groomed groom never goes out of style.
Don’t Forget Hydration
Getting enough water in your daily life is already so important to your health as it can prevent many negative health issues like dehydration or mood changes. Don’t let your water intake fall by the wayside, especially before your wedding. Generally, it’s recommended that adults drink between 8-9 glasses of water per day, and depending on your weight and size that can vary. Drinking more water can have many positive effects from providing more energy to helping promote weight loss to preventing bad breath.
Staying hydrated isn’t only for your health but can have a positive effect on your skin as it helps to maintain facial elasticity. Hydration can also prevent headaches and migraines and the last thing you want is a headache ruining your wedding day. If you’re trying to make drinking more water a habit in your daily life but are having a tough time tracking then use an app! There are plenty of apps, like Aqualert, that calculate your daily water requirements to keep you accountable and help you stay on track.
Treat Yourself
Although you might feel like you have all the basics covered, remember to give yourself some much-needed pamper time. Planning a wedding is stressful and sometimes grooms and brides just need some relaxation time to feel centered again. After all, you want to enter your wedding day as happy and peaceful as possible, so why not treat yourself beforehand. Schedule a spa day to enjoy some fun treatments, whether it be a full body massage or a facial, you will leave feeling revitalized. If you’ve never been to a spa and are feeling uneasy—don’t worry. There are plenty of men-centered spas to help add some ease to your visit.
Another simple way to treat yourself that doesn’t involve spending too much money is having an at-home spa day with your soon-to-be spouse, this is a great chance to have some fun with each other and reconnect in the comfort of your own home. Treating yourself can look like a million different things, so if a spa day doesn’t sound like relaxation then skip it! Simply taking a bath or going for a relaxing walk might not seem like much, but can do wonders for those needing a break from wedding planning stress. Whatever you decide to do, just take that time to reflect and have some much-needed you time.
Before you know your wedding day will be here, so make sure you’re putting in the effort to not only look your best but feel your best and the rest will follow.