Dermatological Treatments for Brides: Look Radiant at Your Wedding with Dr. Laura Habib

As we plan for that big day, we can prepare not only for the celebration, etiquette, and protocol but also for the largest organ… our skin.

As a dermatologist, I’m sharing a skincare plan for this pre-wedding stage to ensure you look spectacular on your wedding day. We can start a year in advance with treatments that prepare your skin for this special moment, guaranteeing a radiant and healthy complexion. Here’s a breakdown of each phase!

1 Year Before

• Peelings (facial and body)
• Intense Pulsed Light and Lasers (for spots, redness, unsightly veins, etc.)
• Specific treatments (acne, rosacea, etc.)

6 Months Before

• Body treatments
• Hair treatments
• Beauty enhancement treatments (hyaluronic acid and collagen biostimulators)
• Treatments for specific body areas as needed
• Supplements (antioxidants, oil control for skin, etc.)
• Collagen stimulation (regenerative microneedling)
• Porcelain skin protocol (lasers to reduce pore appearance, such as Hollywood Peel)

3 Months Before

• Collagen mesostimulation and deep hydration (regenerative microneedling)
• Botulinum toxin application

45-30 Days Before

• Facial and back cleansing
• Radiance and hydration peelings (party peel)
• Weekly body exfoliation
• Improving sleep routine

7 Days Before

• Skin cleansing
• Hydrating and brightening masks
• Light diet: avoid excess fiber, processed foods, and alcohol
• Maintaining a good sleep routine
• Avoiding direct sun exposure
• Meditation

Wedding Day

• Ultra-hydrating skincare routine
• Meditation
• Light meals
• Drinking enough water
• Makeup with products suited to skin type
• Thermal water to refresh your look between photos or event moments

All of these recommendations should be combined with proper sun protection and a personalized dermatological routine for each bride! Book your appointment now at our dermatology clinic in Bogotá and look stunning on your wedding day.