Pre
Wedding Skincare Solutions
Preparing for your wedding day can feel like training for a marathon – hours
and hours of work for just one day. But as any bride (or marathoner) would
attest preparation is key to a successful day or run – and every minute is
worth it! One of the key items on your wedding to-do list should be beauty
prep. Implementing a skincare routine several months ahead of time will ensure
you get that gorgeous bridal glow. Here are some key tips:
Be Gentle:
Stick with a gentle, non-drying, sulfate-free cleanser with an alcohol-free
toner and moisturizer as part of your daily regimen. Anything too abrasive will
actually have the opposite effect on your skin. Start your cleansing program
approximately 6 months ahead of the big day and your skin will thank you.
Up the
Antioxidants: Beautiful
skin starts deep on the inside. Adding foods high in antioxidants into your
diet can help you achieve that great complexion. Citrus fruits such as
cantaloupe, berries, and dark grapes are all loaded with vitamins, minerals and
age-defying antioxidants and are perfect additions to your daily routine.
Plan Ahead: If
you are considering an aesthetic procedure to address wrinkles and fine lines
you will need to start the process a few months ahead of time. Injectables like
Botox and Artefill
have little to no downtime. But if you are considering a more invasive
procedure such as an IPL (intense pulsed light) or microdermabrasion treatment
to address discolored skin, you will need to factor in both prep, procedure and
recovery time. Make sure you ask your aesthetic practitioner about special post
procedure creams that can shorten the healing time.
Don’t Be Adventurous: Not
all skin is the same.
Different products and treatments impact people differently. We
recommend you start testing new skincare products well ahead of time. For
aesthetic procedures it’s important that you see a trained professional who can
guide you through the benefits, side-effects and recovery time for each
procedure.
