Preparing for a Wedding: The Best Facial and Skincare Tips

It’s your wedding day – everything has to be perfect. The flowers, the venue, the seating, the bridal party, your hair, makeup, and dress. There’s so much to worry about in the months before your wedding that it’s easy to forget about taking care of yourself. Sure, there’s makeup, hair extensions, your own personal stylist to make sure you’re looking nothing short of radiant when you walk down that aisle, but the truth is: you need to look out for your skin well before your big day. 

How to look fabulous on the best day of your life

Whether you’re preparing for your wedding night or another special event, we’ve curated a simple, stress free guide to make sure your skin is glowing.

Set up a consultation with your esthetician to identify your needs

Aside from those spur of the moment elopements, most brides will have at least a few months to prepare for their wedding. When possible, it is important to start planning your skincare routine around a year in advance, especially if there are specific skin textures or discoloration that you hope to treat. Begin by scheduling a consultation with a professional. Meeting with an esthetician will allow you to plan your schedule around treatments and map out your skincare routine so you can optimize your time. After all, the last thing we need is you feeling like you need to squeeze in facials and treatments right before your big day!

Establish a skincare regimen that supports your goals (and follow it!)

In talking with your skincare specialist, they should set up a list of recommendations based on your goals for your skin. In this list will be types of treatments, customized products, and layout of the frequency in which these treatments need to be completed. During this time it is critical that you are honest with your esthetician on realistic expectations. If you’re unable to stick to this regimen and fall behind, the time, money, effort, and stress will feel like a waste. 

Sun protection: SPF is non-negotiable

Regardless of what regimen you settle on, adding SPF to your skincare is an absolute must. If we’re being honest, you don't need a wedding to make sure that you’re regularly protecting your skin against the sun’s seemingly harmless rays. Do yourself and your skin a favor and make sure that SPF is a regular part of your routine. 

Give your skincare the gift of consistency

Like many things we try to accomplish in life, the only way to be successful is through consistency. While we may love our skin and have a lot of faith in what it can do, you cannot expect perfect skin to just appear because you’re getting ready for your wedding day. Gift your skin with the benefits of consistency. Here’s our recommendations to help you stick with your routine. 

Work with a wedding planner and stay transparent about prioritizing your appointments

We mentioned this point briefly before – but it’s important to schedule your wedding plans around your skincare needs. If you have a wedding planner, let them know your skincare needs and emphasize the importance of following through with your facial appointments. Having someone to hold you accountable and put your needs as a priority will ensure you’re set up for success. 

Sprinkle in a little self care

While you may have all of your esthetician recommended facials planned out, don't forget to throw in a few treatments here and there to ensure that your skin stays hydrated. The outside environment changes frequently and unexpectedly.

Enjoy it, you’re about to marry the love of your life!

While adding an extensive skincare routine to your plate may seem overwhelming when you’re already trying to plan a wedding, just remember to step back and enjoy the simple moments in time. You’re about to marry the love of your life! 

Things to skip out on prior to your wedding

In addition to the steps you need to take to add to the health of your skin, there are also things to avoid in order to obtain the best results. While the list may be short, they’re important to keep in mind.

Avoid starting or switching to retinoid products

While retinol is seen as a wonderful skincare product, you are going to want to avoid it prior to your wedding. Any changes, or adding new products like retinol to your skincare routine will not allow enough time for your skin to adjust properly. Retinoids also do not allow for waxing or a wide array of skincare treatments that could help improve your skin. 

Alcohol, caffeine and sugar can impact the radiance and clarity of your skin

Unfortunately, some of the things we love the most can negatively impact our progress. Excess sugar, alcohol, and caffeine can leave your skin dull and lackluster. Minimize your intake as much as possible.

Let Golden Hour Aesthetics help you invest in your skin health!

At Golden Hour Aesthetics, we’re dedicated to giving you the best skincare treatments and routines, no matter your skin type or concerns. Book your first consultation and appointment with us, and achieve healthy skin from the inside out!