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Prepping Skin for a Holiday Event: A 1-Week Glow Routine

With a special event on the calendar, a little planning helps skin look its most radiant. A gentle one-week routine is enough to build a healthy glow. How do you prep skin for an event in a week?The best pre-event prep is gentle and hydration-focused, not a last-minute overhaul. In the week before, keep skin well hydrated, stay consistent, and avoid trying anything new or harsh that could cause a reaction close to the day. What does a one-week glow routine look like?Focus on hydration and a dewy finish. Layer a hydrating step like the Supple Preparation Unscented Toner, use a gentle brightening step such as the Freshly Juiced Vitamin Drop, and seal with moisturizer. Our glass skin routine is a good template for that luminous look. What should you avoid before an event?Do not experiment with strong actives or new products in the final days, since a surprise reaction is the last thing you want. Keep exfoliation gentle and well before the day, and prioritize hydration and sleep. FAQ How do you get glowing skin for an event?Keep the week gentle and hydration-focused: layer hydrating steps, use a gentle brightening step, moisturize, and wear SPF. Avoid trying anything new or harsh close to the day. Should you exfoliate before an event?If you do, keep it gentle and do it several days ahead, not the night before, so skin has time to settle. What should you not do before a big event?Avoid new products and strong actives in the final days, since an unexpected reaction is hard to fix quickly. Stick to what your skin already tolerates. How far ahead should you prep your skin?About a week of consistent, gentle hydration is a good window to build a healthy-looking glow without risk. Glow, planned gentlyEvent prep is steady hydration and consistency, not last-minute experiments. Keep it gentle all week and let your skin look its best.