Going to a day spa can make the bride look her best as well as alleviate the stress associated with wedding planning. These facilities offer facials, body treatments, massage, body contouring, hair removal, & hand & food treatments. They offer cosmetic application & instruction & have packages tailored just for brides.

Day spas offer a choice of European or specialized facials. European facials are combination of skin analysis, cleansing, exfoliation, steam, & massage on face & chest area. Some specialized facials include: deep pore cleansing facial, alpha hydroxy treatment, & oxygen facials. During an oxygen facial, a pure oxygen mist is sprayed or pumped into the basal layer of the skin. It’s scientifically proven to fight the bacteria associated with acne & eliminates redness & irritation.

Full body massage is available, as well as aromatherapy massage, scalp massage & reflexology. Reflexology is the application of pressure, stretch & movement to the hands & feet. By applying these techniques, it’s thought to interrupt the patterns of stress & reset the body’s equilibrium.

The bride & her attendants can also receive manicures, pedicures, body scrubs, & body bronzing. Hair removal is available for eyebrows, face, hairline, fingers, toes, arms, underarms, bikini line, Brazillian bikini line, stomach & legs. For spas that specialize in skin rejuvenation, they can successfully treat a range of conditions, including: age spots, uneven skin tones, spider veins in the legs and/or face, wrinkles, acne & even tattoo removal.

Most spas offer a complete wedding day package to the bride & her attendants. Most require 24 hour notice prior to cancellation or a service fee will be charged. As always, if the entire wedding party is receiving treatments at the day spa, ask for a group discount.

Kathleen Terrana is the owner of Beautiful Bridal specializing in discount tiaras, veils, bridal & bridesmaid jewelry. Visit our site for additional wedding tips, advice & information.