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Dealing with Skin Conditions Before Your Wedding

Take a deep breath

Every bride dreams of glowing, radiant skin on her wedding day — but the reality is, many women struggle with acne, dryness, redness, or other skin conditions leading up to the big day. If this is you, take a deep breath. 🌿 You are not alone, and your beauty is not defined by a blemish. With the right skincare routine and preparation, you can calm your skin, reduce flare-ups, and ensure your makeup enhances your natural beauty.

Here are practical tips for managing common skin conditions so you can feel confident and radiant as you walk down the aisle.


Rosacea or easily irritated skin can make brides worry about redness showing up in photos. Thankfully, makeup can cover it — but skincare makes a big difference, too.

Tips for Calming Redness:

  • Stick to Gentle Formulas: Use fragrance-free cleansers and moisturizers to avoid flare-ups.
  • Green-Tinted Primer: Neutralizes redness beautifully under foundation.
  • Avoid Triggers: Limit spicy foods, hot showers, and alcohol leading up to the wedding if they worsen redness.
  • Cool Compresses: Applying a cool washcloth can calm the skin before makeup application.

Calming Rosacea or Redness

Good luck on your beauty journey! 

xx

Jasmine

Dry, flaky skin can make foundation look uneven — but with the right prep, you’ll have a smooth canvas.

Tips for Dry Skin:

  • Hydrate Inside & Out: Drink water throughout the day and use a rich moisturizer morning and night.
  • Exfoliate Gently: Use a mild exfoliant once or twice a week to remove dead skin.
  • Facial Oils & Masks: Consider a hydrating sheet mask or a few drops of jojoba oil in your routine.
  • Humidifier: Running one in your bedroom helps keep skin supple overnight.

Managing Dry Skin

If your skin reacts to everything, it’s important to keep your routine simple.

Tips for Sensitive Skin Brides:

  • Minimal Ingredients: Choose products with short ingredient lists.
  • Patch Test Everything: Before trying a new product, test it behind your ear or on your wrist.
  • Stick to Routine: Don’t experiment with new products within 4 weeks of your wedding.
  • Makeup Prep: I use hypoallergenic, professional-grade products to protect your skin on your big day.

Sensitive Skin

Remember, your wedding day glow isn’t about having “perfect” skin — it’s about confidence, joy, and the love shining through you. With some thoughtful skincare and professional bridal makeup, your natural beauty will radiate. At Urbanek Beauty, I specialize in enhancing brides’ unique features, no matter their skin type or condition, so you feel flawless and at peace as you say “I do.”

Reflection

Breakouts can happen at the worst times — but don’t stress (stress itself can cause more breakouts!).

Tips for Brides with Acne:

  • Start Early: Begin a consistent skincare routine at least 6 months before your wedding.
  • Use Gentle Products: Avoid harsh scrubs; look for cleansers with salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide in moderation.
  • Spot Treatments: Keep a tea tree oil gel or sulfur-based cream on hand for flare-ups.
  • Professional Help: If breakouts are severe, consider seeing a dermatologist for tailored treatments.

Dealing with Acne

  • 6–12 months out: Establish a gentle, consistent routine. Address acne/rosacea with a dermatologist if needed.
  • 3–6 months out: Incorporate treatments like masks or facials.
  • 1–3 months out: Avoid trying anything new. Stick to products your skin already loves.
  • 1 week out: Keep your skin calm and hydrated, skip exfoliation right before the big day.

Bridal Skin Prep Timeline

How do i book my day with you?

Please fill out the sign up form on our connect page and we will schedule a consultation with you to determine if we are a good fit. To further the process, we will then send you a link to your Client Portal, where you can sign our contract and pay your retainer  ($500 + $150 for each additional artist needed). After those steps are complete, your date with us is secured.

What products do you carry?

We carry a range of brands to cater to a wide range of skin/hair types; which allows us to provide a flawless customized finished look for each individual. Our kits are stocked with ultra-luxe hair care, cosmetics, and skin care. from brands such as TEMPTU, Bobbi Brown, MAC, Éminence, Kevin Murphy, Too Faced, Oribe, and others.

When do I schedule my preview?

Your bridal preview, also known as a trial, is recommended to be scheduled no more than 3 months before your wedding date. In this timeframe your accessories will be on hand & skin and hair will be very close to how it will be on wedding day, giving us a more accurate understanding of your exact needs. Previews can be scheduled within your client portal after booking.

Will you come to my location?

Beauty services are exclusively on site, offering convenience and more time in your schedule. This also allows us to get to know you in an environment you are familiar or comfortable with. 

what are your sanitation practices?

We take every precaution with an extensive sanitation and sterilization process consistent with the current highest industry standard. We are Barbicide certified and update certification yearly.

Are you licensed and continue Education?

Yes! Jasmine has been a licensed Cosmetologist since 2012 and takes many classes every year in order to ensure she is always delivering high-end services to her clients. The beauty industry is ever evolving and her education follows suit.

What are the travel fees for local weddings?

For Savannah locations, travel is a flat $75 fee for each artist which includes street or garage parking. Hotel valet charges may apply if standard parking is not available nearby.
Locations outside of Savannah area calculated at $2.75 per  mile from each artists home. Overnight or long-distance will require lodging or per diem. 

What are the travel fees for destinations?

I will handle all of my own travel and accommodations and forward you a clear quote based on your wedding or event location and timeline. I will ensure everything is booked and secure so you do not have to add things to your Wedding To-Do list. 

What forms of payment do you accept?

All payments are made through 17hats by credit or debit card. This keeps everything clear and all in one place for maximum security and convenience.
We do not accept cash or check payments.

For all wedding invoices, final payment is due no less than 8 days before the event.
For all other invoices, full payment is due at the time of booking.

When is the final payment due?

F.A.Q

"It's art. Watching her form the curls and angle my face was like watching art. my wedding wouldn't have been the same without her."

-Colleen

"she is so kind and helpful. i have never felt so beaufitul Jasmine is the best hair and makeup artist I have met."

-Grace

"She perfectly matched my vision and exceeded all expectations. her talent for hair and makeup is unmatched."

-Manon

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Sometimes, it’s the smallest details that carry the most meaning. A delicate hairpiece can transform your bridal style from beautiful to unforgettable — adding sparkle, grace, and a touch of heirloom elegance. As an Urbanek Beauty bride, you’ll have exclusive access to my curated collection of bridal hair accessories, as well as the option to order custom, handcrafted pieces at special pricing. Whether you choose something simple and understated or bold and intricate, your accessory will be the perfect finishing touch to a look that feels entirely your own.