Planning a Trip or Big Event? Here’s How to Time Your Skin Treatments Properly
Whether you’ve got a wedding coming up, a holiday booked, or an important photoshoot in the diary, getting your skin in its best condition is a top priority. But great skin doesn’t happen overnight — and the timing of your treatments matters just as much as the treatments themselves.
At Platinum Cosmetics, we help clients build personalised timelines to ensure their skin is calm, clear, and glowing when it counts — not recovering from a peel or laser the day before.
Here’s how to plan your skin treatments properly before a big event or travel.
3–6 Months Before: Corrective Treatments Begin
This is the ideal window to start addressing:
Texture and scarring
Fine lines and early laxity
Pigmentation concerns
General skin rejuvenation
Recommended treatments:
Fotona laser for collagen, tone, and texture
Skin needling for scarring or pores
A custom skin care routine to support long-term change
These treatments often work best in a series and take time to show results — so the earlier you start, the more confident you’ll feel.
4–6 Weeks Before: Skin Strengthening and Maintenance
Now’s the time to:
Pause any aggressive treatments
Focus on hydration and barrier repair
Taper down active products if needed
Recommended treatments:
Facials to restore hydration and balance
Gentle skin rejuvenation for clarity and glow
Review your SPF and antioxidant routine, especially before travel
If you’re going somewhere sunny, your skin needs to be strong, calm, and protected.
1 Week Before: Keep It Simple
We don’t recommend any new treatments in the final 7 days before an event or flight. Instead, focus on:
Staying hydrated
Avoiding unfamiliar products or actives
Sleeping well and keeping stress low
A light, hydrating facial if your skin is used to it
If you’ve booked with us in advance, we’ll let you know exactly what to do (and what to skip) in your final week.
Planning Travel? Tell Us First
If you’re heading away — especially to a warm climate or high-altitude location — let us know during your consultation. Certain treatments like laser or needling require sun avoidance during recovery, and we’ll adjust your plan to keep your skin safe and supported.
Book Your Pre-Event Skin Plan in Port Melbourne
Whether you’re walking down the aisle, boarding a plane, or just want to look and feel your best, timing matters. Book a consultation and let us build a customised plan that aligns with your calendar — so you’re glowing before the big day, not healing from it.