How to get a 'treat, no trick' glow that will look amazing, with or without a mask.
The calendar is filling up with festive gatherings, from elegant work parties to cozy New Year's Eve countdowns. You've got the perfect outfit, but what about your glow? The secret to truly stunning holiday makeup is a flawless canvas underneath.
A strategic facial a few days before your big event can make all the difference, ensuring your skin is radiant, smooth, and camera-ready. Forget post-Halloween recovery—it's time to prep for your most glamorous season yet!
Here are the three top-tier facials that deliver maximum impact right before a big event:
1. The Instant Glow-Up: Oxygen Facial
If you need a quick boost with absolutely zero downtime, the Oxygen Facial is your secret weapon.
What it does: This treatment involves a machine that sprays highly concentrated molecules of oxygen, along with customized serums (containing ingredients like hyaluronic acid), directly onto the skin's epidermis. The pressurized oxygen helps these active ingredients penetrate deeply.
The Result: Your skin instantly looks plump, hydrated, and dewy. Fine lines become less noticeable, and your complexion takes on a luminous, healthy glow, making it a favorite among celebrities before red-carpet events.
When to Get It:1-2 days before your event. It's the ultimate last-minute prep.
2. The Smooth Canvas: Dermaplaning Facial
For truly flawless makeup application that lasts all night, you need a smooth surface. That's where dermaplaning shines.
What it does: A skilled aesthetician uses a sterile, surgical-grade scalpel to gently exfoliate the outermost layer of dead skin cells and remove the fine, vellus hair (peach fuzz) from your face.
The Result: Not only does this procedure intensely exfoliate, but the removal of the vellus hair prevents it from holding onto makeup and oil, leading to an incredibly smooth finish. Your foundation will glide on seamlessly and look airbrushed.
When to Get It:3-4 days before your event to allow any slight redness to completely subside, leaving perfectly prepped skin.
3. The Refresher: Microdermabrasion (or Mild Peel)
If your skin is looking a bit dull from the changing weather, a controlled exfoliation is key to revealing fresh, vibrant skin.
What it does: Microdermabrasion uses fine crystals or a diamond tip to gently buff and sand the skin, removing the thickened, uneven outer layer. A mild peel (like a light lactic or enzyme peel) uses chemical exfoliants to achieve a similar result without much visible peeling.
The Result: It diminishes minor surface imperfections, helps fade light pigmentation, and significantly brightens the overall tone and texture of your skin. It's excellent for reducing congestion and making pores appear smaller.
- When to Get It:4-7 days before your event. This allows the newly revealed skin cells a few days to settle and look their absolute best.
Your Event Facial Timeline: A Quick Guide
| Event Date | Best Facial Timing | Recommendation |
| Friday Night Party | Monday - Tuesday | Microdermabrasion or Mild Peel |
| Saturday Night Gala | Wednesday | Dermaplaning Facial |
| New Year's Eve | Thursday - Friday | Oxygen Facial |
⚠️ What to Avoid Before Your Event
Aggressive Extractions
Strong Chemical Peels
Microneedling or Deep Lasers
Trying a Brand New, Unvetted Treatment (Stick to what's tried and true!)
Your Best Skin is Waiting on Miller Drive
A big event is your time to shine, and at Pavona Parlor, we're here to make sure you feel confident and radiant.
Meet Brooke and Kristin and our entire team and set up a call to chat with them based on your schedule.
You can easily book directly online and we offer curated services & treatments for each of our clients if you aren't sure what to book, just reach out to us.
