You’ve been engaged to your honey forever, but now you and he are on the fast track to the altar. You both have money in the bank, good jobs, two weeks of vacation time coming up, and a wedding planner to die for. So, why that worried look?
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“The honeymoon,” you reply. Everything is planned to the max leading up to the ceremony, but it’s the Eco-Honeymoon that has you in a tizzy. Two weeks with your beloved sounds great. It’s the two weeks in the jungle without access to your flat iron that is giving you hives. The frizz that you’ve been fighting your whole life is about to be revealed in all its snarly craziness.
“Why not try thermal reconditioning?” suggests your maid of honor. “Japanese Hair Straightening would take care of that worry, and then you can embrace the whole ‘You Tarzan, Me Jane’ thing on you wedding trip. From what I’ve heard, it makes your hair silky, touchable and shiny, and it lasts for months. Bye-bye, frizz.”
…Now that’s one smart bridesmaid!
If you have a wedding in your future, a Japanese straight perm may be what you are looking for. This beauty option provides the foundation for sensational bridal hairdos and hassle-free hair during your first few months as a newlywed. The camera will see a lot of action in the upcoming months, and the last thing you want is for your hair to look frizzy, fried or like a complete flop. You want the wedding photographer to capture your beauty during your bridal portrait sitting, and want the photos at the church and reception to be a cherished part of your life together.
The wedding dress and veil are crucial elements of the ceremony, and your hair and makeup are accessories that can enhance or sabotage your look. Equal attention should be given to all these wedding-attire elements – long before the big day. Once you have the gown picked out and the veil or hair ornaments selected, you need to schedule an appointment with a stylist at a beauty salon.
Ideally, the bride-to-be should schedule a consultation three to six months before the big day, especially if you are considering Japanese hair straightening. Don’t forget to bring a picture of your dress and anything you are considering wearing in your hair. If you have seen a picture of an updo or other bridal hairstyle, bring that in too. This will help your beautician suggest a bridal hairdo that is perfect for you and just right for the style of wedding you have planned.
During your consultation, you made need to have your stylist give you a “strand test,” especially if you are considering thermal reconditioning. While many women benefit from this procedure, not all hair is suitable for this treatment. Your stylist will take into account the texture and condition of your hair, as well as ask you for a complete history of any chemical applications to your hair, whether base color, highlights, perming solutions or relaxers. This is no time to be coy. Spill the beans. Too many chemicals can damage your hair and result in serious breakage. That’s the last look you are going for.
Your wedding day should be a joyful occasion. It’s the one day when you won’t accept a bad-hair day. With good planning, that fear can be eliminated. Here’s the rundown:
- Make your initial beauty consultation early.
- Decide on a hairstyle and plan any necessary haircuts, color or perms.
- Map out a hair-care plan, leading up to the wedding.
- Plan for a trial run of your hair and makeup, if needed.
- Schedule a salon appointment for the bridal portrait.
- Make wedding-day beauty appointments for you and your bridal party.
Now, you should be set. Take a deep breath and relax. With good planning, your wedding day will be a dream-come-true – from the walk down the aisle to hours of dancing with your groom at the reception.
As for the honeymoon? No worries! With Japanese hair straightening, jungle humidity won’t faze it. Dips in the ocean won’t undo the sleek texture either. …And, when you wake up in the morning wearing a ring and a smile, you and your groom will be blissfully happy (and so will your hair).
To reserve a free hair and makeup consultation prior to your wedding day, call Chicago’s Salon Trendz, which is 18 miles from downtown. We can accommodate wedding parties if given advance notice. We also do over-the-phone consultations, if you email your phone number and a recent photo of yourself.
To your Stunning Beauty!
12859 S. Harlem Ave. Palos Heights, IL 60463.
Southwest of Chicago; 18 miles from Chicago down town.
Tel: 708-671-1333
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