How to Get Bridal Skin
Glowing skin is a must for any bride-to-be. It’s the ultimate beauty goal we want to achieve. What is important to remember is that you need time to accomplish this, as nothing happens over night. It actually all starts almost a year out. Here is a comprehensive ‘to-do list’ for all of your wedding skin preparation and the perfect timeline to follow to get your best skin.
Six to 12 Months in Advance
At this point you are just beginning the journey! You are going to want to start with injectables. The most common is Botox, an injectable neuromodulator that corrects and prevents fine lines and wrinkles. These neuromodulators last for three to four months, so make sure you plan accordingly. If you get it too far in advance it might wear off, but if you get it too late it might not have had enough time to take full effect. You really want to time this out perfectly with your skincare professional. Many suggest testing out neuromodulators six months before your wedding to make sure you like the results, and then you will replicate the treatment approximately four weeks prior to the wedding.
Six Months Before the Wedding
If you have acne-prone skin this is when you want to start thinking about adding a new retinoid to your skincare routine. They are a vitamin-A derivative that increase cell turnover and make way for fresh, new cells to reach the surface of your skin. Retinoids also have the ability to increase your skin’s production of collagen, which helps smooth out wrinkles and fine lines, so they are perfectly fine to use and super beneficial for non-acne-prone skin types also! You will ideally want to work with a skincare doctor who can prescribe you a retinoid starting about six months prior to your wedding, they will decide on your dosage and application method. During this time you will also want to find an aesthetician you love. You will likely want to get several treatments prior to your big day, and your skincare professional will be able to guide you on what treatments are best for your specific skin and wants. Regular facials are something many brides-to-be integrate into their pre-wedding skincare routine. These can range from acne extraction, microcurrent for lifting and sculpting, LED therapy and more.
Four Months Before the Wedding
For any brides worried about eradicating sun spots or hyperpigmentation, this is when you will want to try out laser treatments. This treatment works by sending pulses of highly concentrated light to an affected area, it penetrates the skin and heats up and destroys hyperpigmentation. To see optimal results you will generally do about three or four laser treatments.
Three Months Before the Wedding
About three months before the big day you will want to start using acids such as AHAs and BHAs in your skincare routine. They deliver ideal results when it comes to hyperpigmentation, dullness, acne, or textural issues. Adding these acids into your routine can get a little tricky because they all have different strengths. Your best bet is to consult with a skincare doctor to find the best for you. They also come in many different product types such as cleansers, toners, serums and more. Balancing the skin’s pH while imparting glowing skin is what they do best.
One Month Before the Wedding
This is when you will want to get your last Botox treatment, absolutely no less than one month prior to your wedding day. You need a little time to heal and for it to settle into your skin. During the final weeks leading up to your wedding you are not going to want to try anything new. You want to do anything you can to avoid any bad reactions or unwanted irritations.
One Week Before the Wedding
With only a few days left until the wedding, you are going to want to get your final facial and make sure to avoid any kind of extraction or peel that might possibly leave skin red or irritated. Recommended treatments include oxygen therapy and ultrasound modality, both leave skin looking beautiful and glowing a week out from when you got the facial.
The Day Before the Wedding
The day before your wedding you need to be completely focused on hydration. You should be applying layers of soothing ingredients to your complexion. Try a hyaluronic acid serum or hydrating face mist. Keep in mind, the ideal base for wedding makeup is calm, moisturized, and firm skin.
Day of the Wedding
Prepare your skin with water-based skin care rather than oil-heavy products, because water-based formulas provide a lightweight, non-greasy feel while still hydrating the skin and locking down the pigment of your foundation.
