The Biggest Pre-Wedding Skincare Mistakes You Should Avoid

It's a fact: every future bride or groom wants to look their best for their wedding day. During testing new skin care or treatment as Chemical peeling before the big day seems enticing, things can go wrong. To find out what skin care mistakes to avoid before your wedding and how to properly prepare, we consulted with Celeste Rodriguez, famous medical cosmetologist. Read her advice. 

Don't try anything new

While it may seem like a good idea to make some changes to your daily routine to optimize your results, we can assure you that before a big event like a wedding, it's best to stick to a proven routine. Rodriguez recommends avoiding products you've never used before, especially if they contain active ingredients, because you never know how your skin might react to ingredients you've never tried.

Don't get treated too close to the event

“I would advise not to do anything aggressive or edgy right before it; you just never know how your skin will react,” says Rodriguez. Make a game plan with your dermatologist or esthetician in advance. Depending on the procedure, you should start one year to six months before your wedding.

Don't change skin care providers

One of the biggest mistakes Rodriguez has made is that brides and grooms change their dermatologist or beautician before getting married. If you're just getting started with it, Rodriguez recommends working with a supplier three to six months before your wedding so they know how your skin will handle the treatments. 

How to prepare your skin for your wedding

The key to great skin before the big day is to find a routine that works for months ahead and stick to it. Ahead, we've rounded up gentle skin care products to start incorporating into your daily routine to help you achieve your bridal skin goals. 

La Roche-Posay Toleriane Hydrating Gentle Facial Cleanser

One of the keys to achieving a healthy glow is using an extra gentle cleanser that soothes the skin without stripping it of essential moisture. This milky formula contains Niacinamide, Ceramide-3 and La Roche-Posay Prebiotic Thermal Water to remove impurities while maintaining a natural moisture barrier, so skin looks plump and photo-ready all day long.

Vichy LiftActiv Supreme HA wrinkle corrector

For highly hydrated skin, add this Hyaluronic Acid Serum to your skincare routine. This light-as-air formula absorbs into the skin, instantly hydrating it for a radiant effect.

IT Cosmetics Bye Bye Dark Spots Niacinamide Serum

Enhance your radiance by reducing the appearance of discoloration. To lighten any dark spots on the surface of the skin, check out this dermatologist-tested serum that specifically reduces discoloration, including age spots and melasma.

CeraVe Hydrating Mineral Sunscreen Face Sheer Tint SPF 30

Skipping sunscreen is basically a cardinal sin in skincare. To get the best skin, you must apply it every day, especially if you are doing professional treatments or using products containing active ingredients. This translucent sunscreen reflects harmful sun rays for a healthy glow without white cast.

IT Cosmetics Confidence in Anti-Aging Peptide Eye Cream

Avoid wrinkles in 4K with this peptide-rich eye cream. In addition to providing instant hydration, this vegan formula also eliminates crow's feet and lack of firmness. It's so restorative that you might not want to powder your under-eye area on your big day—wrinkles are not welcome.