Close Shave

Make sure your beard area is as wet as possible with warm water. Use a gel-type foam and shave in the direction of the hair growth and, of course, a fresh blade on the wedding morning.  But be careful not to cut your face!

Good Looking Nails

Keep nails looking good by cutting them short (no, don’t bite them!) and smoothing the tip with a file. A manicure a day or two before the big day will leave your nails cleaner than you’ve ever seen them, which is especially important as your new ring will be on show!

Stag Night Caution

Don’t undo all your good work by overdoing it the night before the wedding. If you really want to look your best, have an early night and get the stag night out of the way long before!

Look Good Naked

Effective dieting isn’t about calorie counting. It’s about changing your eating habits completely. So tuck into more high-carbohydrate foods (cereals, breads, rice, pasta and potatoes) and have less high-fat foods (cheese, ice cream, red meat and fried breakfasts). Get into the habit of eating like this all the time and aim to lose one to two pounds a week.

Get into Shape

Follow a progressive fitness programme that starts with brisk walking for 30 minutes, three days a week. Gradually increase your level of exercise until you’re completing two to three vigorous 20- to 30-minute aerobic workouts each week (eg running, fast cycling). Your fitness should improve dramatically within three months, so the sooner you start the better.

Forward Planning

Considering a change of hairstyle for the big day? It may take two to three cuts to get there, so see your hairdresser at least three months before the wedding.

Soft as a Baby’s Bottom

One of the most common causes of tired, unhealthy, grey-looking skin is dehydration, both on the surface and within your body. She advises drinking at least four pints of water a day. Using a moisturiser for a few days before the wedding can also make your skin look less dry and wrinkled. Men now spend some £560 million a year on toiletries and most male celebs take great care of their skin, so don’t feel embarrassed about visiting a beauty salon!

Zit-Busting Tips

Most spots are best left alone to heal naturally; if you squeeze them, you run the risk of an infection making matters worse. Try using a concealer - go to a department store and ask the counter staff to help you find one that matches your skin colour.

A facial will work wonders on your blackheads and leave you feeling relaxed and grime-free. You might look red-faced for a few hours afterwards, however, so have one a couple of days before the wedding. Full-blown acne needs longer-term treatment. Seek help from somewhere like the Acne Support Group.

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