A Thoughtful Timeline for Brides, Mothers, and Special Guests
By Dr. Lindsey Pennington | Photography courtesy of Dr. Lindsey Pennington
MOB Actual Patient of Dr. Pennington
Whether you are the bride, the mother of the bride or groom, or a guest attending a once-in-a-lifetime celebration, feeling confident in your skin makes every moment more enjoyable. The secret to looking effortlessly radiant on a big day isn’t a last-minute fix, it’s thoughtful planning. Starting early allows time for a customized approach created alongside a board-certified facial plastic surgeon, ensuring every treatment aligns seamlessly with your schedule. As women, we understand the pressure we place on ourselves to feel just right on a special day, and we believe there truly isn’t a concern we can’t help you address.
A Personalized Consultation:
The First Step
For brides and mothers of the bride or groom, we encourage a complimentary consultation as soon as the date is set. During this visit, we perform a thorough facial analysis and work together to define your goals. From there, we create a tailored plan designed to enhance your natural features while respecting your timeline and lifestyle. Ideally, this process begins six to twelve months before the event. This allows time to trial new skincare, schedule in-office treatments, and when appropriate plan for procedures that require healing and collagen regeneration. This window also accommodates the busy calendar that often comes with engagements, showers, bachelorette parties, and celebrations leading up to the wedding day.
Non-Surgical Treatments
for Skin Quality and Tightening
One of our most popular, non-invasive treatments is Morpheus8, which combines microneedling with radiofrequency energy to stimulate collagen, improve skin texture, tighten laxity, and refine pores—all with minimal downtime. It can be performed on the face, neck, and chest and is suitable for a wide range of ages and skin types.
These treatments are highly operator-dependent, which is why we believe they should always be overseen by an experienced physician. Treatment settings must be customized based on anatomy, skin tone, age, and individual goals to achieve beautiful, natural-looking results.
Another favorite for event preparation is microneedling paired with topical exosomes and tranexamic acid (TXA). This advanced combination creates controlled micro-channels in the skin, allowing regenerative ingredients to penetrate more deeply. Exosomes support cellular communication and collagen production, while TXA helps improve pigmentation, sun damage, and uneven tone. A series of three treatments spaced four to six weeks apart is typically recommended for optimal results, delivering brighter, smoother, more radiant skin with minimal downtime.
Some concerns may also benefit from laser treatments, which is why early planning is so valuable—it allows flexibility for scheduling and healing while ensuring results are fully realized before the event.
Restoring Balance and
Soft Volume
Approximately four to six months before the event is an ideal time to consider facial volume restoration. Hyaluronic acid fillers such as Juvederm or Restylane can subtly enhance areas like the cheeks, temples, jawline, lips, and nasolabial folds. For those looking to improve skin quality and stimulate their body’s own collagen, Sculptra is an excellent option that enhances radiance, texture, and overall facial harmony over time.
When performed by an experienced cosmetic physician, these treatments restore balance and softness- never an overdone look. Many patients come in with one specific concern, while others prefer a comprehensive consultation to guide them. Either approach is perfectly fine; our role is to help you feel confident in every decision.
Actual Patient of Dr. Pennington
Medical-Grade Skincare:
The Foundation of Every Plan
No treatment plan is complete without a customized medical-grade skincare regimen. Whether used alone or alongside in-office treatments, the right skincare supports collagen, elastin, and overall skin renewal.
Advanced formulations such as A.G.E. Interrupter Ultra Serum have been shown in clinical studies to visibly tighten skin and improve smoothness with consistent use. P-TIOX has demonstrated visible reduction in multiple types of expression lines while enhancing texture and radiance, with noticeable results as early as one week.
For concerns such as acne, sun damage, pigmentation, or redness, beginning a targeted skincare routine four to six months before the event allows time for meaningful improvement and lasting results.
Surgical Options for Planning Ahead
For brides or mothers seeking more definitive rejuvenation, surgical options can be thoughtfully incorporated when started early enough. Procedures such as eyelid surgery, brow lifting, lip lifting, or facial contouring can refresh the face while maintaining a natural, elegant appearance.
These procedures are best considered six to nine months in advance, allowing adequate time for healing and refinement. When approached with careful planning and an artistic eye, surgical rejuvenation offers long-lasting results that photograph beautifully and age gracefully.
Final Touches Before the Big Day
Three to four months before is the ideal time for neuromodulators such as Botox or Dysport. These treatments take about two weeks to reach full effect, and planning ahead allows time for adjustments so everything looks just right.
In the final months, we also recommend professional facials to enhance glow and hydration. Our DiamondGlow Deluxe facial is a favorite for event prep. This non-invasive treatment exfoliates, extracts, and infuses customized serums in one session, delivering immediate radiance with no downtime. Treatments can be tailored to address hydration, brightening, acne, or collagen support.
Let Us Help You Feel Your Best
Whether you’re preparing for a wedding, a milestone event, or simply want a fresh start for the season, our team is here to guide you every step of the way.
Lindsey Pennington, MD
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