DEAL WITH ANY CHRONIC SKIN PROBLEMS EARLY:
If you are plagued with mild acne, for example, consider beginning regular acne facials with a skilled esthetician on a regular basis. If the problem is a more severe one, consult your dermatologist. Skin problems do not go away overnight.
Timeline: 6 months to 1 year ahead
GET RID OF UNWANTED HAIR FOREVER:
Why be bothered with ingrown hair, irritation and shaving or waxing. Consider laser hair removal and forget about packing the razor on your honeymoon. Several treatments are needed for long term hair reduction, but just one treatment done a few weeks before the wedding will leave you hairfree for several months.
Timeline: 1 year to 2 weeks ahead
LOOK RELAXED WITH BOTOX COSMETIC:
With all the stress, do you look like you're frowning when you're not? Botox can be put into those "Number 11" lines between your brows 2 weeks before the event so you'll look totally relaxed for the wedding and photos. It can also be used to relax smile lines around the eyes and furrows on the forehead. No stress here!
Timeline: 2 weeks ahead
FILLERS MAKES BEAUTIFUL PLUMP LIPS AND FILL FINE LINES:
If you've never had a filler before, it is probably a good idea to be conservative the first time, to make sure you like it. The filler is injected into the unwanted lines or the lips, smoothing and plumping them out for several months.
Timeline: 2 months to 2 weeks ahead
REJUVENATE SKIN WITH SUPERFICIAL FACIAL PEELS:
Every two weeks, microdermabrasion and light chemical peels can help recover your shiny, taut facial skin, making it a perfect palate for makeup with no nasty nooks and crannies, and a more even skin tone with diminished lines and wrinkles. Don't forget the neck, chest and back areas if your dress is low-cut. Peels can do wonders for spotty, rough skin!
Timeline: 2 months ahead up to day before
PLAN YOUR MAKEUP:
Pick out your shadows and foundations early, and practice with them. If you are going to use a make-up artist, have a practice run-through to make sure you like it.
Timeline: 2 months ahead
LASH TINTING CAN DEFINE YOUR EYES:
You won't have to worry about racoon eyes if you get weepy during the ceremony or while swimming on your honeymoon if you tint your eyelashes. The eyebrows can be done at the same time and your eyes will be perfectly framed. Again, a trial treatment is an excellent idea for a perfect color match.
Timeline: 1 month ahead, with a retreatment 1 week ahead
HAVE A RELAXING FACIAL TREATMENT WITH HYDRATING AND FIRMING MASQUES:
You owe it to yourself to relax, clean and nourish your skin.
Timeline: 1-2 weeks ahead
WAX FOR SMOOTH HAIRFREE SKIN:
If you decide not to go the longterm route with laser hair removal, have a professional esthetician wax your legs, bikini line, underarms and brows.
Timeline: 3-4 days ahead.
