Discussions from Beauty & Wellbeing

Hi all 😊 please help a girl out if you can. I'm getting married on 26th September this year in Liverpool and I'm still looking for someone available to do my hair and make up 😬 I'm based in Birmingham...

Hey all, Just a quick one does hair get done first or make up? I suppose it depends on who is doing it I would have thought. As long as the dress does not have to go over my head. I might invite them...

I have never been on one nor ever considered one until now. In the summer if we get some sun ofcourse I have lovely glowing bronzed skin. The last few years I have gotten very sensitive skin that I...

I’m looking for a hair dresser who is comfortable and skilled with curly hair (as in my hair is naturally madly curly!). Any recommendations?

My daughter is an experienced makeup artist looking to expand her exposure in the wedding industry. She’s offering free bride / bridal party makeup trials (you’d just need to cover travel and meal...

My wedding isn't until 2027 - but how soon should you meet beauticians to trial makeup and hairstyles?

Hi all, I am finding it hard to find a hair and makeup artist that would work with indian hair and skin - any recommendations would be much appreciated please!

Hiya everyone, I'm an August 2026 Bride and need some serious help. My skin is AWFUL. I'm talking breakouts, flakey skin, the lot. Please could I have some advice on good skin care routines or...

What is everyone doing skin wise to ensure your skins the best for the wedding day i dont usually get facials i get random breakouts with my skin though, dont know weather to have facials before or...

Hi everyone, i’m currently planning my August 2026 wedding and we are trying to do it as budget as possible. I’m having 4 bridesmaids and have received a lot of quotes for hair and makeup for myself...

We are literally a year away, just confirmed the date and now having 'suggestions/ prompts etc' from friends and family that I am too late to sort hair/ makeup etc. How soon do I need to do this,...

Happy New Year ladies! I was just wondering whether anyone has had any experience (personal or know somebody) who has tried Lighter Life or Lighter Life Fast (the 5:2 diet)? Thanks.

Hello, I’m wondering what everyone is doing to prep their skin for the big day? I’m thinking about having monthly facials in the run up and wondered if anyone had any recommendations for somewhere...

Hi everyone, Is anyone else thinking of doing their own bridal make up? I don't wear much usually and really don't like to be caked in foundation so wondered if I can do it myself. I've bought loads...

Hi everyone, Im starting slimming world on Monday and a exercise program i've found on youtube. it seems easy enough. My problem is I slip and then think ahhh well might as well eat the Chinese or...

Hi all, very long time no see! I'm back doing the CD, I've lost 14.5 lbs in 2 weeks, so I'm quite happy with that. I know that VLCDs are a bit of a bone of contention on here, but I'm using this as a...

Hello help a bride to be out . The first thing I booked was my hair when we set a day have now found out they are doing someone else wedding hair before mine they have said they can get to me by 10.30...

As per the title I’ve had a make up trial with a very well known and successful company and they wasn’t cheap either however I hated it! I feel like I looked 10 years older , I suddenly had wrinkles I...

I'm not asking for much am I? ? I'm allergic to almost all fresh fruit (berries, apples, pears, most nuts) except citrus fruits, and have a very sweet tooth. Dried fruit is ok but I can eat a tonne of...

This month we are celebrating our beauty professionals on Hitched!.. Whether you're a makeup addict or just starting out, there's something for everyone! If you're feeling stuck, here's some inspo to...

Hey all, Is there anyone else else on here who is hoping to lose some weight for the big day? I have a massive 6.5 stone to lose (1 stone down now!) before I get married in mid 2019. I wondered if...

Hi guys, My boyfriend and I are getting married next August (YAY!!!!). I have piled on the pounds in recent years and now have a real reason to give myself a kick up the backside and get myself into...

Hi everyone, This is my first time on the weight loss threads, I'm just looking for a little motivation and advice. Over the past couple of years I've put on just over a stone and a half which might...

Hi all. I want to get a stone off before my wedding in April 24. I don't want to go mad. I have no idea what diet to follow . Ant tips so greatfully received as I want to focus a bit on this and have...

Hi everyone, I’ve got a dilemma with the hair and make up artist that i booked. I paid a deposit and had a hair and make up trial (included one style of make up and hair) then was told i need to go...

Hi all, Firstly, i know the dangers of sunbeds, and I am only planning to use them for the wedding - I hate the sun so I don't ever sit out in it unless I don't have a choice on holiday etc. Would...

So we've just received our first look photos from our photographer and although she's captured some lovely moments, I really don't like how I look. Tbf, I was totally expecting this, as I've always...

Hi all, I’ve been quoted £460 for makeup alone this includes a trial for me and my makeup on the day as well as my two bridesmaids and mother on the day Is this reasonable?

Hi I went to see hair and make up artist and tbh it was dreadful. Very rushed and I hated it. Who is doing their own make up and what are you using? Has anyone used counters in John Lewis make up...

Hi lovelies, I'm the bride to be and I'm wondering if anyone else has experienced and solved this problem. I blush violently whenever any sort of attention is on me. I hate being the centre of...

I am getting married on 6th September i have been let down by the hair and make up artist i had booked. Any recommendations?