Beauty treatments for bride and bridesmaids

Wedding is a very special time for a woman and she wants it be memorable in every way possible. In the past, the main concerns that a bride had was the venue, the menu, wedding dress, entertainment, flowers, and making sure that guests have a great time.

Regarding her own preparation, once the wedding dress was picked (and everything was prepared and coordinated with the bridesmaid) all the bride needed to do was to go for a day of beauty treatments (that typically included some basic skin treatments like facial, manicure, pedicure, and finally hair and makeup), put on wedding dress, and have a great time at the wedding.

Well, things are now somewhat different. Many women are delaying their wedding to their 30s or even later and many are remarrying and it seems that there is no age for that. In other words, things like wrinkles or cellulite or skin problems are common.

So what is a bride gonna do?

Well, someone has already figured out a solution. According to The New York Times, spas and clinics are now offering the bride and her bridesmaids (or close friends and family members too in many cases) a complete makeover, that depending on each person's situation assessed by a dermatologist, may include chemical peel, dermal filler, laser treatment, or whatever else may be needed to take a few years off one's face.

If you want to do the same for you and/or your bridesmaid, it is best to consult with a local clinic. They can customize the program for you because the numbers can quickly add up if you do not budget it in advance (for instance, a woman with extensive skin damage may need treatments that may quickly add up to thousands of dollars). The packages are referred to as bridal party tuneups or collective makeovers or bridal beauty buffets.

While financing is generally available through the clinics, I do not support the idea of a couple starting their wedded life with debt. If you cannot afford to pay for cosmetic surgery type procedures, you and your entourage can look quite good with just having a day of beauty.

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Spa treatments for less

Most of us like spa treatments and would like to have more of them. One of the main reasons we do not go to the spa more often is the cost. If you think spa services are expensive you are not alone. According to studies, only 30 to 40% of the population can afford to go to spas. The rest would like to go, but find them too expensive.

The cheapest spa treatments someone can get are in beauty schools, massage schools,facial schools etc. I find that these are great choices for massages, but not for facials. In my area (Boston) you can get massages for $25 at a school. The experience is different than in a spa. These massages are more therapeutic and less luxury and pampering. Usually the quality is good or moderate.

Another choice is the chain "Massage Envy" or similar chains that have popped up all over. They offer the introductory massage at $39 plus tip (apparently they press for $10 tips) and $49 plus tip after that. In my area this is not a bargain;there are a few massage places that offer $50 massages and the therapists are the owners and they are great.

Many therapists offer facials and massages at their homes. In the case of facials they have better prices.

During Spa Week (an annual event in many cities along the lines of restaurant week) many spas offer services at discounted prices; it is a great time to go to and try luxury spas.

Some spas offer promotions so you can sign up for their newsletter at the website and you will get emails when promotions area available. Be careful with these promotions. When booking, ask what the service entails. For example a regular facial includes extraction (black and white heads); a
shorter facial may not included this part. In the case of pedicures, a shorter pedicure will eliminate steps such scrubbing calluses. Always ask for any specials when calling a spa.

There are no good alternatives for really cheap treatments but looking around you can get deals.