Getting married is a life-changing event, and the build-up to the big day can be extremely stressful. A wedding is an occasion where hundreds if not thousands of photographs will be taken in one day, so the need to be photo-ready is paramount.
Every bride wants to look glowing and feel confident on their special day. Add to this the added pressure on the mother of the bride and bridesmaids to look their best, and anxiety levels for the whole wedding party can go through the roof.
Stress causes hormone levels to escalate, which triggers further chemical reactions in the body related to fight or flight. "When you are stressed, the adrenal glands release specific hormones aimed to protect you, including cortisol and adrenaline," explains multi-award-winning facial plastic surgeon and aesthetic medicine expert Dr. Steven Dayan.
"Cortisol is the primary stress hormone, and it is helpful in times of need," he continues." But according to non-profit organization the Mayo Clinic, it enhances the brain's use of glucose, makes the substances that repair tissues more available, and restrains body functions that are non-essential in times of danger.
Too much cortisol increases the amount of oil in the skin, and from there it's a slippery downhill slope. Blocked pores either exasperate existing skin problems or generate new ones.
These stress-related skin problems may present themselves as acne, rosacea, psoriasis, rashes, and fever blisters. As symptoms present themselves, stress levels spike, which further affect cortisol levels, resulting in flare-ups.
"If you are losing tissue and collagen, which is a natural structural protein in the skin," says Dr. Dayan, "it makes sense that these internal changes would also cause visible changes. There does seem to be enough evidence out there to prove that stress has an adverse effect on the skin," concludes the author of the NY Times and USA Today bestseller Subliminally Exposed.
Beating the Bridal Skin Blues
To combat pre-wedding stress-related skin problems, non-invasive aesthetic procedures are the solution.
Dr. Steven Dayan is a leading light in the research and development of non-invasive procedures. His ground breaking work has recently seen him voted the Number 1 Aesthetic Doctor in America.
Although offering a significant number of non-invasive therapies for all kinds of skin-related problems, Dr. Dayan recognizes the importance and related issues of wedding stress. To make sure brides look and feel their best on their big days, Dr. Dayan's SDMD Chicago office has developed a series of skin treatments and procedures.
Customizable Bridal Package Procedures
Dr. Dayan offers a variety of customizable Bridal Packages to help clients meet their aesthetic goals. Each of these packages is timed and tailored to suit each patient's needs, whether for a bride, a member of the bridal party, or a wedding guest.
The Bridal Package range of procedures is extensive and includes injectable neurotoxins such as Botox, Dysport, Jeuveau and Xeomin. SDMD also offers unique treatments, such as the combination of DermaRich procedures and their own unique Subliminal Difference Filler treatment.
Also available are PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma) Therapy and Morpheus , stimulating collagen and circulation to smooth, tone, and texture skin quality. Alternatively, LSR (Light Laser Resurfacing) and IPL (Intense Pulse Light) Therapy have been specifically developed to reduce the effects of fine lines, sun damage, age spots, and unwanted pigmentation.
According to SDMD, every procedure is designed to help brides feel picture perfect and photo-ready. Furthermore, there is minimal discomfort and little to no downtime associated with all the treatments included in the Bridal Package.
"The results of our Bridal Package are outstanding," says Dr. Dayan, "and apart from looking natural and fresh, the boost in self-esteem and confidence is there for all to see."
He believes this is the philosophy behind all the procedures performed at the SDMD clinic. "Beauty that is subconsciously projected is one of the best wedding gifts you can give a bride on her big day," he says proudly.
