You’re engaged! The first thing you should do is not book a venue or hunt for the perfect dress – it’s time to get a facial. There are plenty of ways you can Spanx your way slimmer but you cannot hide blemishes on your big day. The key here is to be proactive in prepping your skin instead of reactive to breakouts last minute.
Get ready to see the love of your life on your wedding day and radiant skin by way of this 4-step process to prevent a breakout before you say “I do.”
#1 – Pay a visit to your friendly neighborhood medical spa for a consultation
Medical spas, including Thrive Med Spa in Chicago offers services like microdermabrasion and facials to help with stubborn acne that just won’t go away. Thrive recommends microderm facials to remove dead skin cells and extract blocked pores to gradually create the perfect palette for your cosmetics.
“Microderm facials should be performed once a month for at least 6 months before the event.” – Thrive Med Spa blog
Be sure to keep notes as you work with your dermatologist to ensure you do not forget the valuable advice once you leave the office. Make a preemptive strike against acne and make appointments in advance so you will not forget during the hustle and bustle of wedding plans.
#2 – Diligently put your plan into action
Once you meet with your dermatologist, take your notes and weave his/her suggestions into your schedule making skin maintenance a positive part of your day. Have a mantra pinned to your mirror that motivates you to keep on task even though you cannot immediately see results.
“Stick to a task, ’til it sticks to you. Beginners are many, finishers are few.”
#3 – Book an appointment with your favorite makeup artist at least 1 month in advance
Access to images and inspiration are endless these days. From online publications to Pinterest, scour the web for images that reflect your vision for the big day and share them with your makeup artist. Next, test out applying your makeup before the big day especially if you are wearing colors you do not commonly wear. Breaking out with a rash the day of the wedding would be quite devastating…
#4 – Invest in a solid concealer
Mother nature, unforeseen hormones, and stress often rears their ugly head making a breakout more than possible right before your wedding day. First of all, keep your hands off your skin and resist popping those zits. Chances are that pimple will slowly subside by using a topical anti-acne treatment, but if you pick at it and break the skin you now have a nice blemish turned small wound.
Up next? A nice scab. Concealer over a faint blemish looks a lot more attractive than cover-up caked on the dry crusty skin.
If you are in a panic, head to your dermatologist. She is there to guide you through this process and since you have seen her monthly, this woman knows the nature of your skin and packs a powerful punch in troubleshooting your skin concerns.
Investing time gradually to get your skin into shape will add to the excitement in your heart and help radiate the love you are feeling for your partner. Clear skin helps everyone exude a little more confidence, and that’s exactly what you want on your big day. Plus, you’ll look fantastic in person and in your wedding photos!
About the author: Elizabeth Rago is a freelance writer specializing in health, wellness, and women’s lifestyle content, working with yoga studios, chiropractors, mental health, and wellness practitioners. Elizabeth writes the weekly column, The Circular Home for Chicago shopping (an editorial partner of the Chicago Tribune) and is Senior Editor of All Things Girl, highlighting topics related to the modern domestic woman. She has been published in Mamalode Magazine, MOMentumNation.com and thesavvyfreelancer.com. Connect with Elizabeth on Twitter, LinkedIn, Houzz, and Google+.
