Whether you’re the bride, groom, or a proud parent of the couple, it’s only natural to want to look your best on the big day. With cameras flashing, emotions high, and loved ones gathered, wedding season is the perfect reason to invest in yourself. From smoothing fine lines to sculpting your silhouette, planning ahead is key. Here’s your glow-up timeline—designed to help you look refreshed and radiant, not overdone.
12 Months Out: Surgical Procedures
If you’re considering a surgical procedure—such as a facelift, eyelid surgery, rhinoplasty, or liposuction—this is the time to start. Booking early allows for:
- Thorough consultations
- Proper recovery
- Time for final results to settle
Swelling and bruising can linger for weeks, and it may take months for your final results to fully emerge. Beginning the process a year in advance ensures you’ll be healed, confident, and picture-ready.
6–9 Months Out: Body Contouring & Skin Health
This is the ideal window for non-surgical body treatments like:
- Sculptra®, a biostimulatory injectable that encourages your body’s natural collagen production to restore volume and improve skin quality over several months
- Laser skin resurfacing for tone, texture, and sun damage
- Morpheus8 RF microneedling to boost collagen and improve scarring or laxity
These treatments may require a series of sessions spaced weeks apart. Starting now builds in time for touch-ups and ensures your skin is glowing by the wedding.
3–6 Months Out: Injectables & Refinement
Neurotoxins and dermal fillers can dramatically improve facial harmony without surgery. Consider:
- BOTOX® for frown lines or crow’s feet
- Filler for cheeks, jawline, lips, or under-eyes to restore volume and enhance definition
Doing this a few months ahead allows for adjustments, swelling to subside, and results to look fully natural.
2 Months Out: Refinement & Glow
Now is the time to enhance skin texture, tone, and hydration—without introducing new risks too close to the wedding. Consider:
- SkinPen® microneedling to stimulate collagen, soften fine lines, and smooth acne scars or rough texture
- AquaGold® Fine Touch, a microinfusion facial that delivers a personalized blend of ingredients to refine skin and boost radiance
These treatments are gentle yet effective and are perfect for giving your skin a polished, photo-ready finish. Starting around this time gives your skin the chance to recover and glow naturally—without stress.
2 Weeks Out: Subtle Polishing
This is the home stretch. Consider:
- A final facial or light peel for added glow
- Dermaplaning to remove peach fuzz and dead skin
- Hydrating masks and calming skincare to maintain your results
Drink plenty of water, get good sleep, and stay consistent with your at-home regimen. Avoid anything aggressive this close to the big day.
Glow with Confidence
Looking great in wedding photos starts with planning and personalization. Whether you’re seeking a complete transformation or subtle refresh, following a well-timed treatment plan helps you arrive at the altar feeling like the best version of yourself.
To learn more about personalized cosmetic timelines for your upcoming celebration, schedule a consultation with Dr. Stafford Broumand at 740 Park Plastic Surgery in NYC.