We have to admit this fact: Indians are obsessed with marriage. Getting married is considered as a sign of maturity and responsibility. It’s assumed that the bride/groom has now ‘settled down’ in their respective lives. It is considered the ultimate win for the parents if they manage to get their sons/daughters married to their choice of bride/groom. In such a setting, external beauty automatically gains a lot of importance.

Naturally, for both, the bride and groom, a lot of planning goes into trying to look drop-dead gorgeous for everyone present at the occasion. It’s quite possible to mix-up many tips that’d be given to you during this preparation. The results may be unpleasant, to say the least. So we have compiled a list of ten grooming essentials for the bride and the groom. 

These tips are common to both brides and grooms. It’s the similar type and amount of effort for both of them.

1)    Manicures:

Manicured nails always look beautiful

Nails are an important aspect of how your hands look and subconsciously they contribute to your impression in other people’s mind. Women usually take care of their nails regularly but men don’t. There’s nothing effeminate about having good looking nails. The last time scraggy nails were in fashion, humans lived in caves and hadn’t developed a language to communicate.

Ladies, if you want to splurge go for a hard UV ray manicure. It may be a bit expensive, but it lasts way longer.

2)    Hair Removal:

Look smarter with a clean shave

Beautiful lady with a clean hair free look

Removing facial hair, especially for you men at your wedding is a must. We’re not against beards, we’re all for them but you have to understand the situation.  You might be a macho, testosterone-fuelled, beard-sporting, bike riding bad boy, for who clean shave is a big no-no but you’d thank yourself later for shaving on the day of your wedding. This way you can remember your face on the day you got married.

Ladies, the peach fuzz above your upper lip wouldn’t be a big deal in everyday life. But wedding photographers have a notorious reputation for taking horrible photographs where it might pop its head up. Start hair removal a couple of months before the ceremony. Also, uni-brows, nose hair and ear hair are to be dealt with strictly before the ceremony.

3)    Facial:

A good facial will relax your muscles and add a glow to your face

Let’s be honest here; facials enhance the glow of your skin and clean all the pores filled with dirt.  This is the basic preparation every man does before his wedding. The natural glow of skin looks more appealing than any other type of makeup or editing.

Applying a primer or a hydrating facial serum every day would help all you ladies with a smoother and more glowing skin. Along with face masks, try blueberry soy facials. It helps skin naturally exfoliate and breathe.

4)    Massage:

Massages relax you and make you ready for the wedding

With so much planning and fuss around the execution of the D-day, the bride and groom are bound to be stressed. Both of you should get a full body Thai massage or a stone therapy massage, right before the day of your wedding and if you’ve prepared well, maybe on that very day. A good massage would ensure that you’re relaxed and would be able to enjoy the day better.

5)    Teeth Whitening:

Whiter teeth give a good impression and a great smile

Men, listen up; there is nothing manly about urine colored teeth. Yellow, unclean teeth are one of the biggest turn-offs for women after bad body odor. Doesn’t matter if you don’t have the perfect looking teeth but a clean set of teeth is better. Brides and grooms chose your teeth whitening options carefully. Using strong chemicals in the whitening process might hurt the enamel of your teeth and make them very sensitive and weak.

6)    Haircut plan:

Groomed hair makes you look smarter

For men, this part is much easier and simpler than women, simply because they have lesser hair. Guys, don’t try a new haircut three days before your wedding. Instead, go with your to-be-bride to a professional hair stylist and get a haircut approved by her. Do the same thing around a week before the wedding.

Ladies, your hairstylist will prove to be your best friend in this area. Work out a plan with him/her and get your gang to agree on a good style. Then choose the required shampoos and conditioners and all the other gazillion things you’d require to pull off that perfect hair on your wedding.

7)    Get in shape:

Get fit for your wedding

Believe it or not, but men are touchier than women when it comes to getting in shape. No matter how many guys call you fat or a potato, it doesn’t matter. Start exercising regularly and hire a personal trainer. You’d look much smarter and better without your double chin.

Ladies, join a gym at least three months before the wedding. Start by lifting weights and doing regular cardio. The glow would give your skin, no amount of make-up can give. 

8)    Eat smart:

Eat smart and get in shape faster!

Again, this is for both, the men and women. Just working out for hours on end isn’t going to solve your problem. Lay off junk food, alcohol and chocolates for at least two months. Focus on carbs, fibers and healthy fats in your diet. The new look you’d get would end up making you very happy about yourself and maybe even inspire you to continue.

9)    Picking products:

Cosmetic products for men & women

Men and women should pick up their grooming products smartly. Using the wrong products with different strengths on your skin type might result in a chemical burn. Hence, inform yourself of the available products and choose what’s best for you. Consulting a facial expert might help.

10)    Dress smartly:

Choose the right dress!

Men need more help in this area than women. Guys, select a good outfit that compliments your stature. If you’re going for a suit or a sherwani, make sure that the color matches your skin tone and fits you properly.

Ladies, please select something that highlights your face and especially something that you’re comfortable in. Don’t go for a saree which weighs a ton because remember; you have to drape it for the entire duration of the ceremony.   

          We hope that these grooming tips help you to look your best on your special day, which is the day of your wedding. As we always say, wedding is an event that comes just once in one’s life. Make it count.