When your big day is fast approaching, the dress, venue, and guest list all need to fall into place. But there is one more thing to add to your wedding checklist: camera-ready skin! As the cooler months approach, now is the time to prepare for your spring or summer wedding. We recommend these top 4 medspa treatments of 2024.
1. Consistent, customized medical-grade skincare routine
Medical-grade skincare is trending for good reason: unlike the abandoned products under your bathroom counter, it works. The key to maintaining radiant, clear skin is to (1) work with an aesthetician to establish a routine and (2) stick with it.
Trying the newest product or mask every month from a subscription box may be tempting, but the mix of active ingredients and lack of consistency can disrupt the balance of your skin’s delicate barrier, causing breakouts or other reactions. For this reason, a consistent, high-quality skincare routine is our #1 skincare tip pre-wedding—a time when the very last thing you want is a breakout.
Avoid acne breakouts and skin irritation by starting a professional skincare routine several weeks in advance of your wedding.
At our Fort Worth medical spa, we carry products from ZO Skin Health, SkinCeuticals, and Colorescience. As aesthetic specialists, we use these products ourselves, so we know what works and we are ready to guide you to create a customized routine that makes a big difference in your skin’s appearance. In a consultation, we will ask you questions about your skin and past skincare usage, then guide you on the ideal regimen to help you get your best skin ever (and address any concerns) before your wedding.
When to Get Started
Aim to start your professional skincare routine at least 6 weeks before the wedding. This will give you time to make any adjustments depending on how your skin reacts, as well as to see results from the consistent regimen.
2. Hydrafacial + Dermaplaning
For a dewy, flawless complexion in your bridal photos, the combination of dermaplaning and Hydrafacial is a match made in heaven.
- Dermaplaning involves gently removing the top layer of dead skin cells and fine vellus hair (peach fuzz) using a sterile surgical scalpel. This process smooths your skin’s texture, promotes the absorption of skincare products, and allows makeup to glide on flawlessly.
- Hydrafacial is a multi-step treatment that cleanses, exfoliates, extracts impurities, and infuses your skin with serums packed with antioxidants, peptides, and hyaluronic acid. This leaves your skin hydrated, plump, and radiant without any downtime.
When combined, dermaplaning preps the skin and allows the Hydrafacial serums to penetrate deeper and work more effectively. The result is a brighter, smoother complexion that feels as good as it looks. This dynamic duo gives you an immediate glow before both pre-wedding events and the big day itself.
When to Schedule
We recommend starting these facial treatments about three months before your wedding and continuing monthly sessions up until the week before your big day.
3. Morpheus8 Microneedling
For brides seeking a transformative treatment that addresses more challenging skin concerns like fine lines, acne scars, and uneven texture, we recommend Morpheus8 Microneedling. This cutting-edge procedure combines the collagen-boosting benefits of microneedling with radiofrequency energy to promote skin tightening in deeper skin layers. The benefits include:
- Reduces wrinkles and fine lines
- Improves skin texture and tone, i.e. hyperpigmentation and roughness
- Minimizes acne scars
- Tightens the skin
Morpheus8 offers significant results with minimal downtime, making it ideal for busy brides on the go in the months leading up to the wedding. The treatment is safe for all skin types and can be customized to target specific areas of concern, so you look stunning from every angle.
When to Schedule
For optimal results, we suggest starting Morpheus8 treatments six months before your wedding day. Depending on your skin goals, we may recommend a series of 2-3 sessions spaced 4-6 weeks apart. This timeline allows your skin to heal and results to develop in the weeks after each treatment, revealing improved texture and tone well before you say “I do.”
4. CoolSculpting
Every bride wants to feel confident and beautiful on her wedding day, and sometimes that means addressing stubborn areas resistant to diet and exercise—like the abdomen, “love handles,” arms, or below the chin. CoolSculpting is a non-invasive fat reduction treatment that helps contour your body by freezing away unwanted fat cells. Just come sit in our cozy chairs at the medspa, relax, and read or catch up on email while the applicators do their magic.
When to Schedule
For optimal results, we recommend beginning CoolSculpting treatments at least six months before your wedding day. Since the body naturally processes and eliminates the frozen fat cells over time, full results are typically visible several weeks to months after treatment. Some areas may require multiple sessions spaced several weeks apart, so starting early helps you achieve ideal results well before the big day.
Preparing for your wedding is a journey, and we believe that working with our Kalos Medical Spa team can be one of the most delightful parts of the process! With proven, reliable treatments, you can feel confident that you look your very best as you step into your new chapter of life. Contact our Fort Worth medical spa today to schedule a consultation by calling 817-292-4200.