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Wow, thanks!! All information great!

Quote: Originally Posted by BarefootBride Youre in Cali right? I might have heard about your dr. Diode I think its sheer llight but its all in the way that they set the machine. OMG is the burn obvious? Actually I'm on the East Coast in Delaware. Compton is a place that I grew up in here in Delaware. I did read some info today about the machine type (diode) it think. Yes it does depend on the setting and maybe what's going on with your body that day. The doc who performed laser on my chin and underarms used the same exact settings at each visit but on two occasions i suffered "minor" burns on my chin and nothing on the underarm. She thought that was odd The area is small about size of a quarter and I immediately started with some neosporin. I've been doucing it with lightener creams and cocoa and it's barely there anymore.

Quote: Originally Posted by BarefootBride UPDATE! I just got off the phone with a clinic and they said they have the machine to do it! Im so excited...and nervous! Its pricey but I hope its worth it. The other great thing is that they speak English (fluently) and there surgeons are US Board Certified! I have an appointment tomorrow! I asked if they could do a test on my skin and she said yes. Wish me luck! I really dont want to grow a beard anytime soon! Sounds like we are in same boat. Please find out the name of the machine and post after your appointment. Good luck and just think happy thoughts while on the table!!! I have had underarms and small area on chin done. Underarms 3 treatments have been fine. One underarm more sensitive then the other. Chin burned at 3 tries. Not doing it again!! My doc is Indian and is suppose to specialize in ethnic skin, but she doesn't have the "darker" skin perfected yet. Her words.. Oh well, good luck again!! Netty

It's ok. I've found a few things on-line that I may purchase. I'm also using cocoa butter to get rid of some of the darkness, but wanted something a little stronger.

Do you suffer from this problem? Have you found a solution? Helppppp! Dress is strapless. Marks not bad but hyperpigmented nonetheless. Of course we want to be as close to perfect as possible. I have 4 months left!! Thanks, Netty

Ladies, If you marry at the RIU Ochi and use the salon there for hair or makeup, please post your experience and some pictures. Thanks, Nettyboop

Quote: Originally Posted by twelve_piece You're not alone, lots of us are concerned about this! You might want to check out this thread, "BillysBride" had lots of helpful tips and ideas... http://bestdestinationwedding.com/forum/t17345 Hi, Thanks for info. I see you're off really soon!! Best wishes and I'll look forward to seeing your reviews and pics. Netty

Quote: Originally Posted by CaliaA07 I agree with Jmhein. They did awesome. And remember they are ethnic also!! So I bet they can do your hair fine. Don't worry! Thanks! I'm pretty confident that they will do fine. Less worry = better me!

Quote: Originally Posted by jmhein One of my bridesmaids is of mixed ethnicity, and she was sooo happy with the way her hair was done at the resort! She always says no one in Canada knows how to handle her hair! Her makeup was done by Nicole as well, she looked great, here's her pic: Well thank you kindly!!! Very nice indeed! She looks beautiful and very natural I might add.

Quote: Originally Posted by md_ocr My stylist is planning on attending, BUT SHE HASN"T BOOKED ANYTHING YET.......so i'm worried!!! Either way, I'm carrying ALL of my styling tools........ Join the club! My stylist is not booked yet either! We had a misunderstanding or basic non-communication about what was expected as far as paying for her services. She just happens to be a relative who is also in my wedding party. I had not planned on paying her entire expense for travel, maybe half, but she thought I was going to do total. What arrangements have you made with your stylist?

Thanks Mich, Yes, we needed this thread!! I'm blessed to have a friend here in Delaware who is a MAC Genius! She works for Mac but does work on the side. I have a couple of consultations set up with her and will purchase whatever products I need to take with me. Chandlyn at the RIU informed me that the girls are well qualified girls that she would use herself. I'm going to prep before going with my stylist and pray for the best. Hopefully this thread will flourish with some great pics and pointers.

Have you used or plan to use the hair stylist/make up staff at the Riu Ochi? If so, could you please post your pictures or give some feedback. My date is for 8/16/08 and my planned traveling stylist may not make it to Jamaica. Thanks, Netty

Hi, I did try multiple searches but didn't quite find what I was looking for. I need information from any ethnic brides that have had hair and make-up done with the stylist as the Riu Ocho Rios. My wedding date is 8/16 and a guest/relative that was suppose to travel with me may not make it to Jamaica. Any feedback or pictures?? Thanks, Netty

Quote: Originally Posted by chicago88 We had our dinner/dancing at the plantation & used the DJ at the resort. They were great - you can give requests to Chandlyn at your meeting. They played great songs!!! 150/hr. Thanks Chicago, Did you use upstairs or down? I hear it needs a lot of decorations upstairs to bring a nice feel and look to it. What's your take? Netty

Quote: Originally Posted by ochoriobride I think if your more then 50 the plantation is the best way to go and it's less expensif then having dinner at seagrape or poolside. I'm not sure about introducing my wedding party....probably during dinner... I think the evening at the seagrape will be fun just to be able to dance in the sand...lol yes, i would guess before dining. that's the norm for weddings. I agree when would you get to party on the sand with friends and family again!! sounds like a great plan!

Quote: Originally Posted by ochoriobride My wedding is at 4 p.m. and we also have reservation for Mammee's at 6:30. We booked the Seagrape for 2h: 9-11h. It's 10$ per person for open bar we are 35 so 350$(It's stupid to pay for open bar at an all inclusive but I wanted to be outside). I think it's 250$ for the disco and it just open at 11 p.m. for the public so you have the disco for your group. I think that way everything will be flowing and not to rush: we have 2h between the ceremony and dinner for the pictures and we have 2h30 for dinner. Hi Ocho Bride, My wedding date is 8/16/08/ I did get that same info about the disco opening up at 11 for the public. I'm not sure about the amount of people I'm going to have at this point so I'm trying to hold off a little longer to confirm if I would even be able to use Mammee's since it only seats 50 or so comfortably. I have a feeling I'll end up at Seagrapes or Plantation for sure. Thought about poolside, but I think $50 pp when you have a group of 75 or more is too much. I agree, I hate the fact that u have to pay for open bar. Guess just one of those things!! How do u plan to introduce your wedding party, etc if you have one? Are you doing this at dinner or at Seagrapes?

Quote: Originally Posted by bobbi-francis Netty- Chandlyn confirmed with me that we can use the resort's equipment for a $75 per hour charge. Hi Bobbie Oh, ok. Thanks. I guess since I didn't ask specifically I didn't get that answer. That's the pleasure of this site and the people on it! Thanks again!

Quote: Originally Posted by crawford2B Thank you! I have always had that vision. It didn't take long to pick everything out because I did know what I wanted my dream wedding to look like. I made my own flowers. I went to the craft store locally and picked them out and put them together on my own. You're welcome! You did a great job!! Did you get the flowers locally @ home or in Jamaica when you got there?? I'm guessing you got them home and carried your bouquet with you. It appears you didn't have any bridesmaids. Another thing that had to be less stressful! I love my BM but, some stress issues pop up here and there. This site is so addictive! I'm going to rest now. Have a great marriage! Oh, forgot to mention. My color scheme is very similiar. I found a page in Oprah Winfrey's magazine and fell in love with it. I'm wearing ivory and my bm are wearing a yellow/canary color and a color called terracotta which is in the orange family.

Wow! Glad you had the vision you did and that it turned out soooo beautiful!!! Congrats! Did you work hard at putting your colors and flower choices together? Who did you use for the bouquet? Again, beautiful. I'm sure the photographer will be calling you to use your photos for marketing!

Hi Bobbi-Francis, Have you arranged for equipment. I was told that if you bring your own dj they must have their own equipment as well. Nettyboop

Quote: Originally Posted by ochoriobride We have the seagrape for 2h the evening of the wedding. I'm bringing my own Ipod and speakers. Chandlyn told me it was 50$ an hour for the speaker so I prefer to buy speakers and keep them after the wedding. Hi OchoRioBride, What time is your wedding? Are you doing dinner at any of the restaurants? I'm considering renting the disco or Seagrapes. I think the disco is $250 US for 2hours and includes the DJ and Bar (9-11) not sure how private though. My wedding is @ 4 pm and I'm booked right now for Mammee's at 6:30. I want to try and keep everything flowing w/o any breaks and w/o moving locations. ie.. dinner and party part of the reception at different locations.

Quote: Originally Posted by md_ocr Hi Netty......we are going with the disco from 9-11pm and that includes the cost for the live DJ. hi md ocr, Mind sharing the cost of the disco.. Thanks

Quote: Originally Posted by Mich Nettupoob11 what do you mean by using a back drop, like putting tool (sp??) on the gazebo? Mich, Sorry for the delay. Holiday time. Just a piece of fabric or something is what my ta advised me to do. Ta just advised to remind Chandlyn to have it put up right behind gazebo to block out some of the building shots.

Thanks for all the feedback. I'm going to search the threads using some keywords. I agree price not that bad and for the peace of mind most definately worth it!

No, totally new to the site. Will do! Thanks so much!