I had a chance to explore all things beauty this year at the prestigious IBS show in NY. I visited so many beauty vendors and brands to test out products and try new tools for our viewers. I was able to narrow down some of what I would respectfully consider the best of the best in Beauty to bring back to you in preparation for your wedding day and your life after.
Whether it’s the best travel hair care maintenance kit, the best teeth whitening system, your perfect shades of make-up, the most beautiful lashes in the world or the best straightening iron tool on the market- I have you covered!
Here is what I discovered:
If you struggle with matching the perfect shade for your skin tone, look no further because TEMPTU has you covered. This line offers the best variety of shades for women of color and it also is travel-friendly.
Olaplex is hands down one of the best lines on the market for hair maintenance. Being proactive with your hair care is always key to healthy tresses leading up to your wedding day and after.
If you are looking to bat your eyes all the way down the aisle you should try the Battington lashes collection. These lashes are made of silk and nothing short of glamorous.
Who doesn’t love versatility? I certainly do! You will get just the versatility you want owning a SUTRA Beauty Infra Red Titanium straightening iron. This tool will give you the soft sleek straight look, the beach wave or bouncy curl you are trying to achieve all with one tool!

Sonia Castleberry is the Senior Beauty Editor for World Bride Magazine. She’s a licensed third generation hairstylist that’s well recognized throughout the television, film, and fashion industries. Her passion for hair and all things beauty began at an early age growing up in her family’s hair salon. Her work has appeared in several publications both nationally and internationally. Her industry knowledge and work ethic has garnered her opportunities to contribute to major broadcasting networks, brands as well as feature films. She is the owner of Brides by Sonia Castleberry, a luxury on location bridal agency that brings the salon to you on your wedding day, and Wink Eye Cotoure, a mobile lash and brow bar. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling with her son. Sonia currently resides in New York City.