Wedding Skin Prep and Hair Care Timeline, From Months Out to the Day Of
A comprehensive timeline for wedding skin and hair preparation is outlined by experts including esthetician Elizabeth Grace Hand, dermatologist Dr. Ranella Hirsch, esthetician Sofie Pavitt, hairstylist Chris McMillan, colorist Jeremy Cohen, and makeup artist Daniel Martin. Starting 6-12 months in advance, injectables like Botox and fillers should be tested, and regular facials should begin. Retinoids can be introduced six months prior, with laser treatments for hyperpigmentation scheduled 4-6 months out. Three months before, AHAs and BHAs can be integrated. One month out, final Botox and hair trims are recommended, avoiding new products. The final facial should occur one week before, ceasing exfoliants and retinoids. The day before, focus on hydration; the day of, use water-based skincare. Post-wedding, thorough cleansing and simple hydration are advised. Common concerns like breakouts should be managed with tried-and-true products, not new experiments.
Key facts
- Elizabeth Grace Hand is founder of Ställe Studios in NYC.
- Dr. Ranella Hirsch is a board-certified dermatologist in Boston.
- Sofie Pavitt is founder of Sofie Pavitt Studio and a certified acne specialist.
- Chris McMillan created Jennifer Aniston's 'Rachel' haircut.
- Jeremy Cohen works with Jennifer Lopez, Michelle Williams, and Kate Mara.
- Daniel Martin was Meghan Markle's wedding makeup artist and global director of artistry for Tatcha.
- Retinoids should be started six months before the wedding.
- Final Botox should be at least one month before the wedding.
Entities
Artists
- Elizabeth Grace Hand
- Dr. Ranella Hirsch
- Sofie Pavitt
- Chris McMillan
- Jeremy Cohen
- Daniel Martin
- Jennifer Aniston
- Jennifer Lopez
- Michelle Williams
- Kate Mara
- Meghan Markle
Institutions
- Ställe Studios
- Sofie Pavitt Studio
- Tatcha
- Biologique Recherche
- Tata Harper
- Dr. Dennis Gross
- Paula's Choice
- Augustinus Bader
- SkinCeuticals
- SkinMedica
- Ren Clean Skincare
- Beauty of Joseon
- Laneige
- iS Clinical
- Avène
- Vichy
- Caudalie
- Neutrogena
- Belif
- La Roche-Posay
Locations
- New York City
- United States
- Boston