Hi MizzTaurus. I got married in May this year, so I feel you. I was so desperate to be flawless too in my dress. I used fair and flalwless 5x body gel. It works pretty fast and lightens really nice. It's pretty strong especially in your first week. I just fed my skin with rosehip oil and lots of vitamin E creams. It's a little pricey, well for me anyway, I am in South Africa and the rand is not that strong but it was worth it. For my face I used a cheaper toning cream. My face lightens very quickly I don't struggle, I don't need to use the expensive brands.