Organising your wedding can be a whirlwind of emotions. Every detail requires your utmost attention and planning, and your skincare routine is no different. Here, Queensland Wedding & Bride shares some industry tips and tricks on how to improve your complexion and boost hydration in the lead up to your nuptials.

Just My Type

In the pursuit of a healthy and glowing complexion for your wedding day, it’s important to know your skin type. Dry and dehydrated skin requires different treatments compared to oily and acne-prone skin, and using the correct products will ensure your face receives the tender loving care it’s been longing for.

If your skin is lacking moisture, O’Gara suggests using a combination of methods to achieve a brighter complexion. “Skin peels are a great way to remove the dead surface layers of skin,” she says. “Exfoliating at home is also an option; microdermabrasion treatments are a fantastic solution for combatting dry skin and can make a significant difference to your complexion.”

For a flawless result, O’Gara suggests having the procedure done by a qualified and experienced dermal technician. The team at Australian Skin Clinics offer high-performance microdermabrasion treatments that include two peels, which is ideal for achieving that pre-wedding glow.

When it comes to oily and acne-prone skin, O’Gara explains that using a combination of professional consultations and at-home care
will entirely transform the look and feel of your skin. “Dermal technicians focus on fighting the root cause of breakouts,” she says. “[They combine] in-clinic treatments with home-care recommendations to accelerate visible results and help regain control of your skin.” Further, O’Gara suggests using products that are specifically designed to manage oily and acne-prone skin.

With so many skincare brands available, finding the right one is usually a case of trial and error. For a product that is suitable with most skin types,

O’Gara highly recommends Balense. “[The brand] uses a simple four-step system of cleansing, boosting, hydrating and protecting [to ensure] every skin type is nourished through the use of specialty cleansers, exfoliators, serums, moisturisers and sun protection products,” she says.

Practice Makes Perfect

If you are seeking a radiant pre-wedding glow, developing a solid skincare routine is the perfect place to start. O’Gara says brides-to-be should never underestimate the power of a well-executed habit and the wonders it can do for your complexion. “Make sure you follow your at-home skincare routine as prescribed by your dermal therapist, and cleanse, boost, hydrate and protect your skin with active skincare products,” she says. “This will help prevent any last-minute breakouts or dryness.” If you are new to the skincare game, getting into a habit can be daunting at first. However, O’Gara’s simple steps below will assist you in kick-starting your pre-wedding skincare routine.

Cleanse

“Cleansing is the most important step in your home skincare routine. Every day your skin is exposed to dirt, environmental pollutants and the build-up of dead skin cells, and removing these should be the priority, no matter your skin type,” she says.

Boost

“Whether it’s wrinkles, acne-prone skin, redness, age spots, oily T-zones or freckles, we’ve all got something that we’d like to improve when it comes to our skin,” O’Hara says. “Choosing the right product to enhance your complexion is as simple as knowing what you want to fix.”

Hydrate

“There’s a reason we’re encouraged to drink two litres of water a day,” she says. “Hydration is just as important for your skin as it is for your nutrition and health. Healthy skin is activated by