As you’re busy checking off items on your to-do list for your Wedding, don’t omit your skin and mental health. Whether your wedding is 12 months or one month out, you still have time to bring out your natural glow for your blissful nuptials and will last long past your honeymoon.
Microblading
“Start a diligent routine now and you’ll see great improvement in your texture and tone by your wedding,”” according to Melissa Kanchanapoomi Levin, a dermatologist in New York City. “Most important is sunscreen and antioxidants,” says Kanchanapoomi.
Sunscreen should be broad-spectrum, SPF-30-plus, even on cloudy days or when you’re getting incidental exposure.
Discuss you skin care and beauty concerns and goals with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if necessary, and/or you can also meet with an esthetician. You can both come up with a plan based on your goals and work within your budget. New York City dermatologist Dendy Engelman recommends setting up a plan because some procedures can require several sessions over a period of weeks or months and scheduling is key.
Diet
Not only do you want to look and feel great in your wedding dress, a healthy diet is paramount for skin beauty as well. Eating healthy can do more than feed your hunger. Fruits and vegetables will help with antioxidants, vitamins and minerals your body needs to not only boost immune system, it nourishes your skin, hair, nails and organs.
Water
Hydrate your skin inside and out. Water also helps the body detox, flushing your organs of waste and toxins both internal and externally. Water will also help you feel satiated, so you don’t eat too much. Drinking water can help prevent constipation, heartburn, migraines and more, while also improving energy and breathing. According to research, an average of 8 glasses of water is recommended daily, however according in NIH studies, more water may be necessary.
At Home Regimen
Work with your esthetician to determine the best skincare products for your skin to meet your goals for your beauty inside and out. There are many over-the-counter products which can be confusing and can cause more harm than good. When done twice per day; cleansing, toning and moisturizing can help keep your skin healthy, dirt-free and glowing. In addition, weekly gentle scrubs and masks can provide additional treatment for skin specific issue such as acne, oily or mature skin. Exfoliating helps clean your skin by gently freeing dead skin cells and minimizing blackheads, this should be done twice per week. Learning the difference between a moisturizer and a nightcream and the importance of using a toner will do more than add more steps to your program.
Spa Treatments
If you have hyper or hypopigmentation, patchy skin, acne or mature skin and you’d like to clear it up or reverse aging, there are many natural, non-invasive procedures you can invest in for yourself.
Special treatments such as chemical and enzyme peels, Dermaplaning and microneedling should be scheduled weeks and sometimes a few months prior to your big day, due to the temporary issues from treatments. Depending upon your specific needs, many of these spa/MediSpa treatments offer more than one benefit. Work with your esthetician for any home treatments as many DIY treatments you can find online can be detrimental.
Beginning a skincare regimen, even a few weeks out can make a difference in your overall appearance. Tiny tweaks such as hyaluronic acid can give your skin the boost it needs.
Fingers and Toes
Don’t forget to pamper your hands and feet. Regular mani-pedi’s are in order for all those close-up photos too. After using a pumice stone to exfoliate the bottom of your feet, a gentle massaging with natural lotion is also vital.
Mental Health
Allow yourself some down time. With all the planning, phone calls, driving around and getting your To-Do’s ready for the big “I Do”, a mental health break is in order. A daily meditation can help relieve any stress from the day. There are many apps which can help with this or practicing yoga offers a wealth of benefits physically and mentally. Yoga can be done sitting in a chair or on the floor and is beneficial for all ages, sizes and abilities since they focus on breathing and gentle exercises, this can be done in the morning getting your day off to a great start and/or in the evening to help relax and get a good night’s sleep.
Moore Rd. MediSpa offers a plethora of skin and health services and treatments to help you meet and exceed your goals for your Perfect Wedding and beyond. Their professional, caring staff will help you destress while helping you, and your bridal party, look and feel your best with cutting-edge treatments, within your budget, now and forever. Schedule your consultation today.
