Editors' Picks: 19 Wedding Beauty Essentials We Love

Brides October Editors Pick With Collage of Makeup Products — Courtesy of Glossier; Augustinus Bader; T Cosmetics

If a wedding is in your near future—whether you’re the couple, a member of the wedding party, or an invited guest—determining your beauty look will likely be an important step in your pre-celebration prep. Of course, this involves deciding on a hairstyle and makeup look that will accentuate your natural glow and help you look and feel your best at the affair. It also entails following the right beauty routine—both for face and body—months ahead of the celebration.

To create a flawless base and nail your big-day glam, you’ll probably need a handful of products—skin, makeup, and hair—on deck. Because the beauty industry is a saturated market with an overwhelming number of products to choose from, you may feel confused where to start—especially if you have a particular skin concern you want to target. That’s why we tapped the Brides editorial team to help you funnel through the noise by asking them to disclose the best beauty items that are actually worth spending your money on. From skin-brightening serums and LED face masks to elongating mascaras and fragrant, hydrating body scrubs, these items will surely deliver results.

Read on for 19 editor-approved wedding beauty essentials.

CurrentBody Skin Laser Hair Removal Device

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$759 at Currentbody.com

"CurrentBody Skin's at-home Laser Hair Removal Device is a game-changer for everyone, but especially those getting ready to tie the knot. With so many events on your docket—from engagement parties and the bridal shower to the wedding and honeymoon—who has time to worry about shaving or scheduling a wax? In just 15 minutes, you can do a laser hair removal treatment on your entire body from the comfort of your own home. After just a few weeks of use, I noticed my hair was growing back much slower than before, so definitely add it to your routine in the months leading up to the big day to enjoy the benefits by the time you walk down the aisle." — Gabriella Rello Duffy, Senior Editorial Director

U Beauty Resurfacing Compound

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"U Beauty really cracked the skincare code with this one. The Resurfacing Compound, formulated with stable retinol, vitamin C, vitamin E, antioxidants, and multi-hydroxy acids, claims to replace up to eight products in your routine. Must be irritating, right? That's what I thought, until I started applying it each night. My sensitive skin took to it almost immediately, and now, two months later, my complexion is brighter, more even, and much less prone to those every-once-in-a-while pimples. I'm extremely discerning with skincare, but I recommend this product to everyone I know. It's a must in anyone's pre-wedding routine (and the brand's just-debuted Resurfacing Flash Peel, a more potent iteration of this tried-and-true formula to be used weekly, shouldn't be missed either)." — Sarah Schreiber, Associate Editorial Director

Dr. Dennis Gross DRx SpectraLite FaceWare Pro

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"There are so many reasons why Dr. Dennis Gross DRx SpectraLite FaceWare Pro is a beauty essential for all brides (and, if I'm being honest, grooms, moms, dads, bridesmaids, and groomsmen) should have. This light therapy mask is perfect for those who want a quick, at-home skin treatment when prepping for the big day—especially if you suffer from any skin concerns, like acne or psoriasis. After all, you'll want your skin to be as radiant as possible once it's time to take your all-important wedding photos." — Corinne Pierre-Louis, Senior Fashion Editor

Charlotte Tilbury Glowgasm Beauty Light Wand

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"As someone with self-diagnosed 'blush blindness,' I'm extremely picky about the color I put on my cheeks. However, this combination blush-highlighter product from Charlotte Tilbury is my new obsession. The light pink color (I love the shade 'pinkgasm!') combined with just the right amount of shine gives me the perfect glow—even with just the tiniest bit of product." — Ellen O'Brien, Editor

Tarte Cosmetics Tartelette Tubing Mascara

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$27 at Tartecosmetics.com

"After trying Tarte Cosmetic's tubing mascara, I will never use a regular mascara again—and I encourage all brides and wedding guests to follow suit! With micro-tubing technology, this cosmetic product wraps around your lashes, adding instant volume and length that will last all day. Plus, this formula is smudge- and flake-free, so none of the inky black liquid will transfer onto your skin, ruining the rest of your makeup look. The best part? Unlike traditional mascaras, this item doesn’t require scrubbing to remove it—instead, all you need is a bit of water, and the fibers will wash right off, leaving zero residue behind." — Lilly Blomquist, Associate Editor

Glossier Crème de You

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$45 at Glossier.com

"If you love the Glossier You perfume, then you'll love this rich and luxurious body cream in the brand's signature fragrance. Adding this nourishing moisturizer to your daily skincare routine or layering it with your You Eau de Parfum will leave you smelling great and feeling soft all day long. I can't help but think this is the perfect wedding-day scent." — Araziel Jackson, Social Media Editor

Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream

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"Everything you’ve read about Augustinus Bader is true. Their products are so transformative for your skin, especially the Rich Cream. It moisturizes and smooths my skin after just one use. This is the perfect cream to pregame your skin for all your nuptial-related activities. Your skin will look healthy and radiant in all of your pictures!" — Kelly Chiello, Photo Director

Subtl Beauty The Amsterdam Stak

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"The versatility of the Subtl Beauty makeup stak is amazing and truly just adorable. As someone who has been doing their makeup practically the same way for 10 years now, I feel pretty confident in being able to consolidate them into a neat and compact stack. They have great basics and an easy-to-use quiz that helps you find your perfect stack. It's perfect for anyone needing a touch-up on the big day or creating a full look!" — Giovanna Angulo, Growth Associate Director

Ilia Skin Rewind Complexion Stick

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"This is the smoothest and most natural-looking foundation stick that moisturizes as it goes on. It's so lightweight and easily blendable that I forget I have it on. I find the stick foundation to be less messy than liquid or powder foundation (no spillage onto any expensive white garments!)." — Lauren Critelli, Associate Communications Manager

Forme Revive Bra

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"Want to know the most underrated big-day beauty secret I've learned in my 10+ years as a weddings editor? Great posture. If you want to look (and feel!) amazing on your wedding day, improving your posture before you walk down the aisle is key. This is something I worked so hard at before my own wedding, and a tool like Forme's Revive Bra would have made that process far simpler. The FDA-registered bra can be worn during workouts, work-from-home sessions, or while you run errands, helping you to perfect your posture in the months and weeks leading up to the wedding with no conscious effort." — Gabriella Rello Duffy, Senior Editorial Director

T3 Bodywaver Styling Iron

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"The cherry on top to a great wedding beauty look for brides, bridesmaids, and guests alike? A bouncy blowout. If you're like me, though, a salon-quality result is hard to achieve with a blow dryer and a brush. I feel much more adept with a curling iron in my hand, which is why I love this one from T3. The oversized barrel delivers more of a blown-out look than curls or waves—and doesn't leave me sweating in a towel with a brush stuck in my hair 30 minutes before I need to jet." — Sarah Schreiber, Associate Editorial Director

iT Cosmetics CC+ Cream Full-Coverage Foundation With SPF 50+

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"Ever since I picked up this product a few years ago, it's been a staple in my beauty routine. I tend to gravitate toward a natural look regardless of the occasion, and this CC cream gives me full coverage—hiding all of my acne spots and redness—without feeling too cakey or heavy. Plus, I love how it includes SPF, keeping my skin safe from the sun during any type of outdoor event." — Ellen O'Brien, Editor

111SKin Black Diamond Serum

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"If you’re a bride or wedding guest who’s on the hunt for a fool-proof method to achieve a youthful glow, add 111Skin’s Black Diamond Serum to your cart, pronto. Founded by a plastic surgeon who spent over 20 years researching and creating surgically-inspired products, this luxury skincare brand guarantees incredible results. This serum, in particular, is one to have on your radar due to its sculpting, firming, and contouring effect. Plus, it absorbs quickly and instantly leaves the skin feeling supple and soft." — Lilly Blomquist, Associate Editor

Mane It's Giving Body Medium Hot Round Brush

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View on Heymane.com $98 at Sephora

"The Mane It's Giving Body Medium Hot Brush gives you a bouncy and voluminous style, no matter the hair type. After using it on my thick 4c-hair, I can confirm this viral tool is worth the hype! For under $100, you can have a salon-quality blowout with completely detangled, soft curls that last." — Araziel Jackson, Social Media Editor

SkinCeuticals Best Sellers Discovery Set

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"For your best, brightest, and most youthful skin on the wedding day, consider adding this power trio from SkinCeuticals to your routine. They're best sellers for a reason: They work like a charm and feel so amazing when applied. Add in the brand's new P-TIOX serum, too, and you'll have glass-like skin in all of your photos." — Gabriella Rello Duffy, Senior Editorial Director

Josie Maran Sugar and Argan Oil Body Scrub in Bohemian Fig

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"My goal for any wedding day is to make sure my limbs are moisturized and smooth! Josie Maran’s Sugar and Argan Oil Body Scrub is a luxurious product to achieve that goal. I can literally see the moisture locking in immediately after I use it in the shower. The bohemian fig scent is intoxicating, and I can smell it on myself long after application." — Kelly Chiello, Photo Director

Charlotte Tilbury Matte Revolution Pillow Talk Medium

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"This lip color is so flattering on my complexion, and I always get compliments when I wear it. It lasts all day and doesn't smudge all over my face." — Lauren Critelli, Associate Communications Manager

Typology Fortifying Brow Gel

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"Are you a full-brow girl? Then you'll want to add Typology's Fortifying Brow Gel to your makeup routine. This gel comes in three different buildable shades that add definition and volume to your brows while stimulating growth with peptide ingredients. I personally love using it as a base layer to fill in my brows, then adding additional gel to give them that laminated look. Highly recommend!" — Araziel Jackson, Social Media Editor

Westman Atelier Baby Cheeks Blush Stick

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View on Westman-atelier.com $48 $26 at Sephora

"I love a blushy cheek, and Westman Atelier's Baby Cheeks Blush Stick in 'Cocquette' is the perfect pink for year-round use. This cream blush glides on like a dream, and the buildable color means I can give myself that flushed glow I'm looking for at any wedding-related event." — Gabriella Rello Duffy, Senior Editorial Director

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