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Timing for med spa treatments can be critical. You want enough time between the treatment and the event to recover, but you also want the peak effect of the treatment to be on display. This article gives advice on how to time some common med spa treatments so you’re looking your best when it’s time for holiday parties and vacations.

The holiday season means plenty of photos, parties and travel, but it also means there are lots of opportunities where you want to look and feel your best. If you want to utilize tools like Botox, fillers or other skin treatments before the upcoming holidays, you may not realize how important timing is. In reality, the timing of your med spa treatment is key: many procedures need weeks to heal or for full effect.

What do you do? Here’s a timeline and suggestions to help you understand the timing of common procedures so you can look your very best by Thanksgiving or any holiday gathering.

Key Treatments Offered at PMA

• Botox & Dysport

• Dermal Fillers (cheeks, lips, nasolabial folds, etc.)

• Radiesse

• Upneeq Eye Drops 

• VI Peels & other chemical peels

• Tetra CO₂ CoolPeel

• Thread Lift

• Microneedling / Secret RF

• IPL Photofacial

• Laser Genesis

• Dermaplaning

Suggested Timeline

What to Start When

• Fuller lips? Start lip fillers 4–5 weeks ahead.

• Smooth forehead lines? Botox/Dysport 2–4 weeks out.

• Uneven skin tone or sun damage? IPL or Laser Genesis 6–8 weeks out.

• Texture or scarring concerns? Microneedling / Secret RF 6–8 weeks out.

• Lift for jowls/sagging? Thread lift 6 weeks out.

• Glowing, smooth skin right before? Dermaplaning 3–7 days before.

Tips for a Smooth Med Spa Experience

First, talk with a trusted provider before making any treatment plans. They are the best people to give you specific advice on the treatment and recovery time. Here are some additional tips to help you look and feel your best as you prepare for the holidays.

• Book early to get the best treatment plan and timing. Remember other people are trying to get their appointments too!

• Stick to your skincare and avoid anything new right before an event. Don’t switch brands or make drastic changes during this time.

• Hydrate, rest, and protect your skin throughout. This is especially difficult as the weather cools and you feel less thirsty.

• Follow all aftercare instructions (moisturizers, sun avoidance, etc.)

Sample Calendar for a Thanksgiving Event (November 26)

Want more specialized help with your med spa treatment? Have questions about Botox or other treatments? If you are in or near Prescott, Arizona, call 928-277-7414 and our friendly staff will be happy to help.