Every DIY bride knows that it’s all in the details, right down to your wedding-day beauty regimen. Your wedding will be one of the most photographed events of your life, so getting ready for those close-up moments is definitely worth the extra effort!

Here are some tips for putting your best face forward on the big day:

Practice makes perfect: Just like if you were to go to a makeup artist, it’s important to do a “trial run” for your day-of makeup look. You want to make sure everything looks natural and flawless, and that your makeup can withstand the entire day!

Skin Prep: To get the perfect canvas, great skincare is key. Treat yourself to weekly at-home facials prior to the wedding. Stress can cause flair ups, so make sure to take extra good care of your skin during the hectic planning phase- exfoliate daily, eat a nutrient-rich diet of fruits and veggies, get plenty of sleep, and drink LOTS of water!

More is NOT more! : Keep your makeup simple and natural. You want to enhance your natural beauty, not mask it behind layers of makeup. The key is to look like you, but better.

Don’t overdo the powder or you’ll risk looking lackluster. With a big powder brush, lightly dust  a sheer finishing powder to seal your foundation.

A few strategic strokes of highlighter/luminizer in the inner corners of your eyes, brow bone and along the cheekbones goes a long way in making you look fresh and glowing. Don’t go shimmer-crazy or you could end up looking like a disco ball in your photos!

Check out some of our bridal beauty picks below to help you look picture-perfect on the big day:

1. philosophy The Microdelivery Peel – an at-home microdermabrasion treatment that reveals smooth, glowing skin for your big day.

2. Cargo Better-Than-Waterproof Mascara- big, flirty lashes minus the smudging! This will last through wedding-vow tears!

3. philosophy The Present Invisable Skin Protector/Makeup Primer- a multitasking primer that gives a flawless, airbrushed canvas for foundation.

4. Deborah Lippmann "Shape of My Heart" Nail Polish- a pretty pale pink that’s perfect for the blushing bride.

5. Vera Wang Classic Fragrance Set-leave it to the queen of bridal gowns to come up with the perfect wedding-day scent—a modern, elegant and sensual floral that stands the test of time.

6. Stila Smudge Stick Waterproof Eyeliner in Lionfish- this brown eyeliner with a slight shimmer gives a more natural look than black liner.

7. purminerals Eyeshadow Trio in Classic Beauty- a trio of easy-to-wear neutrals to accent the eyes.

8. Cargo Lip Gloss in Fresno- the perfect creamy pink pout that stays on with a high-shine finish.

9. LORAC Natural Performance Foundation- its gentle, paraben-free formula goes on smooth and lasts all day.

10. Cargo blu-ray Blush/Highlighter- a natural peachy-pink blush that brings out your cheek’s radiance.

11. LORAC Behind the Scenes Eye Primer- keeps your eye shadow from fading and creasing halfway through the reception!

Melissa wants to look good, but instead it looks like a rainbow threw up on her.

If you don't have time to hit the spa for a complete facial, there are still some things you can do to give your skin a much-needed refresher. As the season gets warmer, you can use skin brighteners and pore minimizers that will help you wake up with a healthy glow. Here are some simple ways to refresh your skin for the season:

Use a Skin Brightening Serum at Night
Vitamin C can help brighten and lighten the skin, making it look much healthier and clearer. A nourishing serum, such as the MD Skincare Hydra-Pure Vitamin C Brightening Serum, can restore moisture and keep your skin looking youthful all season long. This particular serum contains compounds that will promote collagen growth and minimize the signs of aging.

Banish Blemishes with a Spot Treatment
If the warmer weather and humidity are making you break out more often, you can banish those blemishes in a flash with a spot treatment. Try the MD Skincare Correct and Perfect Spot Treatmentthat calms the skin and kills bacteria that are causing the breakouts. This treatment also accelerates the healing of blemishes so you don't have to stress about unsightly marks after the breakout cycle is over.

Detoxify Skin with a Mud Mask
Bentonite clay and pascalite contain compounds that can detoxify the skin, unclog pores and give your skin a healthy glow. Use the purminerals Mineral Mudd Masque to cleanse the pores by drawing impurities out of your skin. The mask won't irritate or dry out your skin because it's made with all-natural ingredients and contains fruit extracts that will nourish the skin.

Lighten Sun Spots with a Facial Brightener
If you're struggling with hiding scars or hyperpigmented patches of skin, a skin-brightening serum will help to lighten your complexion. The Dermelect Cosmeceuticals Beautone Enlightening Facial Brightener Serum is designed to correct hyperpigmentation and lighten age spots, pigment and freckles. It also reduces the formation of melanin, which means you won't have to battle more freckles and sun spots as the season wears on! The serum can be applied after your cleansing and toning routine, and will absorb deep into the skin within a few seconds. 

Spring season means it's time to lighten up on the foundation and reach for oil-free facial products that will keep shine under control. As the days get warmer, it's important to not only use products that contain some sunscreen, but also nourish the skin from the inside out.

Keeping your skin moist is always a priority, so make sure you're using a non-comedogenic moisturizer day and night. Whether you have normal, dry or oily skin, pick up one of these lightweight moisturizers this spring:

Refine Shine Anti-Shine Gel
The Lola Cosmetics Refine Shine Anti-Shine Gel is designed to keep oil under control and will give your skin a super-smooth finish. You can use this every day, and it promises to not only regulate sebum production, but also help tighten pores and eliminate fine lines and wrinkles. You can use it under or over makeup to achieve a flawless look.

Tinted Moisturizer
Skip the foundation in favor of lightweight coverage by using a tinted moisturizer. The Paula Dorf Face Tint is a super-lightweight formula that contains SPF 15. You'll get sheer coverage with this tinted moisturizer that helps create a flawless finish and also protects the skin from sun and environmental damage.

Anti-Wrinkle Moisturizer
If you want to ward off the signs of premature aging, reach for a medical-grade tinted moisturizer designed to prevent wrinkles and sun damage, while tightening and evening out your skin tone. The MD Skincare All-in-One Tinted Moisturizer is designed to protect your skin from free radical damage while providing just enough sheer coverage to cover flaws and imperfections.

Daytime Moisturizing Serum
Keep skin looking strong and healthy by using a Green Tea-infused serum after cleansing. The DermeElect Cosmeceuticals Cellular Redefining Serum is made with hyaluronic acid, Comfrey, Green Tea and Vitamin E, and will help to increase skin elasticity while firming up the skin.

Overnight Moisturizer
Wake up with a glowing complexion by using a moisture-infused nighttime cream such as the AHAVA Time Line Age Defying All-Night Nourishment. This super-rich moisturizer is designed to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines, and you'll wake up with super soft skin.

Even though the hot sun of summer is no longer drying out your skin, the cooler days of Winter will leave your skin dehydrated and dryer than ever. The winter season demands emollient-rich moisturizers that won't clog your pores and will give you that youthful glow day in, day out.

Not only do you need to wear a layer of moisturizer under your makeup to create a barrier against that cool air, but you also need to layer up with moisturizer at night, before you hit the pillow. Make sure you pick the right moisture cream or moisturizing serum for your skin this season with these tips:

1. Don't assume a heavy cream will work. Some moisturizers are made with fats and ingredients that won't penetrate into pores enough to make a difference and instead they will only sit on the top of your skin and leave it looking oily. You can still get many benefits from a lightweight moisturizer that actually sinks into your skin upon application.

2. Avoid using a wet sponge to apply makeup. Water will soak up any moisturizer you've applied under your makeup, so don't moisten your applicator sponge with H20. If you want to make sure your makeup glides on evenly, use the moisturizer to dampen the sponge for extra skin-nourishing benefits.

3. Stick with all-natural formulas. While the latest products at the beauty counter or drugstore may sound appealing, many of them contain filler ingredients that might even dry out your skin even further. Stick with all-natural formulations made with fresh fruits, vegetables (or extracts), and natural oils that have skin-enhancing properties. You'll be giving your skin cells a boost of nutrition and reaping the benefits with soft and supple skin all season long!

Choosing the right moisturizer can be a trial and error process, but it's important to find the right match for your skin before temperatures start to drop. The right moisturizer will work as a protective barrier against toxins in the environment and also help your skin stay supple and silky smooth. Select the right moisturizer with these tips so you can protect your skin all season long!

Now that it's time to say goodbye to long sunny days and that tan you've worked so hard for all summer, you need a way to maintain that sun-kissed glow. Fortunately, you have a bevy of bronzing goodies to add to your beauty repertoire this season. From bronzing powders to glistening gold eyeshadows, here's how to get your glow on for days and weeks after we bid adieu to summer:

Highlight Cheek Bones with a Diffusing Powder

A fine, light-diffusing powder is a great way to highlight cheekbones and create that luminous glow you crave. These powders are easy to travel with and you can apply them over your foundation to create a smooth, silky finish.

Replace Your Regular Moisturizer with a Tinted Version

Tinted moisturizers are a great way to add a splash of color to your visage without overdoing the foundation. Choose a tinted moisturizer that is just a single shade darker than your natural skin tone and blend away!

Try a Marbled Powder

If you want to highlight cheekbones, your collarbone or other areas of your face, don't use your regular bronzing powder. Switch to a marbled color powder instead that helps to illuminate different areas of your face but also creates a sun-kissed look. Look for a shade that's slightly darker than your natural skin tone for that sun goddess look you crave.

Learn to Layer

The best way to create a natural-looking glow is to layer a trio of bronzing and illuminating powders over your foundation. The purminerals Live, Love, Laugh collection is just one of these collections that can help you get that radiant glow in a flash.

Highlight Eyes with Golds and Browns

Create a natural, sun worshipper look with the help of some gold and brown tones for the eyes. Use a light brown or beige color as a base up to your browbone, and then layer on the rich golds and browns to warm up the eye area in style. This season's hottest trends in makeup include gold, chocolate brown and deep orange.