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Whether you’re preparing for a special occasion or a night out with the girls, these beauty treats will leave your outer appearance as appealing as your inner beauty.

Nothing is more beautiful than a smiling, glowing face. Take time to relax with a seated massage, a yoga session, or simply sit back and enjoy a facial at your favorite day spa or in your very own home with a homemade face mask. You'll be surprised at how the cares and worries of the day slip away and leave you feeling invigorated and renewed.

Set aside a little time to have your hair professionally washed, set and styled just for the special occasion. It doesn’t need to cost a lot to create a unique style or try something a bit daring and different; ask the stylist to suggest a new look or go with a tried-and-true classic up-do special for the day. Call ahead for rates and compare prices at local salons for a good deal.

Warm up your skin with a self-tanning lotion or bronzer. But first, make a leg-waxing appointment. Applying the self tanner and getting your legs waxed will help give your skin a healthy glow and smooth sheen. While on the topic of skin, don’t neglect your eyebrows or other areas that may need a little professional attention; when you look good you feel good.

Whether you visit your favorite spa or opt to purchase a home unit for year-round use, try a paraffin bath with your next manicure or pedicure for the ultimate in soothing relief and silky-smooth skin. Not only does paraffin provide therapeutic benefit to those suffering from ailments ranging from arthritis to dry skin, but it simply feels great, especially during cold winter weather. The warm wax is not greasy; it is well-tolerated even by those with sensitivities to many other types of lotions or moisturizers.

Fragrance is able to evoke powerful emotions. Make it a priority to set the flowers beside your bed the night before the big day to find a scent that sets the mood and magic of what's to come. When choosing your perfume, go with exotic spices for an alluring evening, musk for a mysterious blind date or simple vanilla for sweetness that will last all day.