Welcome to our section on Beauty Tips. A must for all Bride's planning their big day. We will be testing new beauty products on a regular basis. If you would like to become part of our Beauty Panel, please e-mail us at - This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

Products in the news:

Rodial Tummy Tuck was recently feature on Xpose and has become the answer to most women's prayers. "Non-invasive alternative to liposuction and abdominoplasty offers instant tightening to a troubled mid-zone". Rodial Tummy Tuck contains stomach flattening micro fibres and fig extract, another ingredient used to break down fat cells. It wil give visible results from the first few applications. Loose up to 2 inches in 8 weeks. Can be purchased in our Online Store. 10% discount this month only.

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Our top 5 Foundations for the Big Day:

 MAC Face and Body Foundation:

What they say: A water based, water resistant foundation that provides long-lasting, natural coverage for face and/or body. Ideal for all skin types.

What we say: Mac face and Body Foundation is a lightweight foundation that makes you look as if you have been on a detox. The consistency may make you think that it would not give good coverage to the skin. Do not be fooled! This foundation is gorgeous on the skin, makes you skin glow and really lasts. Available at a discounted price in our Online Store.

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Armani Luminous Silk Foundation:

What they say:Armani Luminous Silk foundation is an oil free formula and gives excellent coverage to skin. Capture the glow of perfect skin, an oil free fluid with exclusive micro-fil technology. Its hydrating fluid glides on seamlessy with a silk texture and all-day, buildable coverage

What we say: It makes skin look dewy and a little goes a long way. Best applied with Armani Blender Brush giving an airbrushed look to the skin. Available from Brown Thomas and online.

Make Up Forever Face and Body Foundation:

What they say:

The gel texture of Face and Body Liquid Make-up is a light, fresh and meltingly smooth. It evens out the complexion and leaves a slight sheen of powder on the skin, for a very natural effect. Its long-lasting, water-resistant formula means it can also be used as body make-up. Receommend for all skin types, its light texture makes it especially suitable for mature and problem skin.

What we say:Make Up Forever Face and Body Foundation. Another favourite here at Perfect Wedding. This foundation is really long lasting and can even be worn while swimming and therefore is well able to withstand a couple of tears on the big day. Gorgeous texture and skin looked amazing. Available from Make Up Forever, Clarendon St, Dublin 2 and online.

 Luminous Moisturising Foundation from Bobbi Brown.

What they say: Super-moisturising with anti-aging benefits. It is formulated with a natural collagen boosting, skin firming blend of Hexapeptides and Milk Thistle Extract. Instantly moisturises and keeps skin hydrated all day. Softens fine lines and imperfections. Skin looks and feels refreshes, renewed and beautifully luminous. Buildable formula offers mediiun-to-full coverage.

What we say: Easy to blend formula, felt very moisturing on the skin and skin looked fresh and glowing. It lasted well and is particularly suited to normal to dry skin types.

Available from Brown Thomas and online.

Luminous Skin Colour from Becca.

What they say: A combination of tinted moisturiser and sheer foundation visibly improves the complexion yet looks incredibly natural on the skin and offers skin care, make-up and sun protection in one ingenious product. Contains anti-oxidants, vitamins, anti-inflammatory and antiseptic ingredients with a broad spectrum SPF25+ to protect against UVA and UVB rays.

What we say: This product is so light-weight and yet the coverage is excellent. It really does feel as if it is doing your skin some good while you wear it. It lasted all day and it felt as if you weren't wearing any make-up at all. It really evened out the complexion.

Available from Harvey Nichols.