Holiday Prep: Get Glowing

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November 19, 2025•6 min read

Lindsay Rose Beauty Blog

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Holiday Prep:

Get Glowing Before the Party Season

Your skin's most photographed moments are coming.

Here's your 2-week glow-up plan.

Is Your Skin Ready for the Holidays?

Between family dinners, office parties, New Year's celebrations, and all those photo ops... the holidays put your skin front and center.

And let's be honest: dry winter air, stress, lack of sleep, and holiday treats can leave your skin looking dull, tired, or irritated right when you want to glow most.

The good news? Two weeks is all you need to get glowing skin for holiday parties—if you follow the right pre-holiday skincare routine.

Let's break down your winter glow skincare plan, step by step.

woman smiling is pretty dress at a party

Why Start Your Holiday Skincare Routine Now? The 2-Week Timeline Explained

Your skin cells turnover approximately every 28 days, but visible results from facial treatments and skincare adjustments begin showing around 10-14 days.

Here's what happens when you start your holiday beauty prep now:

✨ Week 1 – Deep hydration and exfoliation reset your texture
✨ Week 2 – Cell turnover brings fresh, radiant skin to the surface
✨ By Party Time – You're glowing, plump, and camera-ready

Waiting until the last minute? A pre-party facial the day before can help, but a strategic 2-week holiday skincare routine delivers next-level results.

Your 2-Week Holiday Skincare Routine for Glowing Skin

Week 1: Reset & Repair

Professional Holiday Facial Treatment (Book ASAP):

Getting a facial before holiday events is the fastest way to transform your skin. Schedule a targeted pre-holiday facial that focuses on:

Deep exfoliation to remove dull, dead skin cells
Hydration infusion to plump and smooth texture
Barrier repair to protect against winter dryness

My favorite holiday glow facial treatments include enzyme peels, hydrating masks, and lymphatic drainage to reduce puffiness and boost circulation ... perfect for getting party-ready skin.

At-Home Holiday Skincare Boosters:

Gentle exfoliation 2-3x this week (enzymes or light acids—no scrubs!)
Hydrating serums with hyaluronic acid or beta-glucan, morning and nigh,t for winter skin hydration
SPF every day if you are out for long periods of time (yes, even in winter, UV damage prevents glowing skin!)
Sleep – aim for 7-8 hours; this is when your skin repairs itself

Week 2: Glow & Maintain Your Winter Skincare Routine

Professional Treatment (Optional Boost for Holiday Party Skin Prep):

If your skin needs extra help before Christmas or New Year's events, consider a second facial this week. Focus on:

LED light therapy to calm inflammation and boost collagen (add on for all treatments)
Hydrating treatments for that dewy, lit-from-within holiday glow (Goddess Nano Infusion)
Oxygen or microcurrent to firm and lift for a radiant complexion (Love Your Skin Treatment)

At-Home Winter Glow Skincare:

Switch to richer moisturizer if dryness is creeping in (essential for winter skincare!)
Add a facial oil at night for extra nourishment
Face massage or gua sha 3-5 minutes daily to reduce puffiness and increase glow
Hydrate internally – drink plenty of water and eat skin-loving foods (omega-3s, antioxidants)
No new actives this week! Stick with what's working—no skincare experiments before holiday parties

How to Get Glowing Skin for Holiday Parties: The 48-Hour Pre-Party Checklist

2 Days Before Your Holiday Event:

Sheet mask or overnight hydrating mask for instant winter glow
Avoid sugary foods (reduces puffiness for party-ready skin)
Get good sleep for radiant skin

1 Day Before:

Light facial massage or ice rolling in the morning
Hydrating mist throughout the day
Early bedtime for fresh, glowing skin

Day Of Your Holiday Party:

Gentle cleanse
Hydrating serum + moisturizer
Light face massage to boost circulation
Makeup will glide on beautifully over your prepped, glowing skin!

What NOT to Do Before Holiday Events (Winter Skincare Mistakes to Avoid)

❌ Don't try new products or facial treatments in the 3-5 days before a holiday event
❌ Don't over-exfoliate – it causes redness and sensitivity (not party-ready!)
❌ Don't skip SPF – winter sun still damages skin and prevents that holiday glow
❌ Don't sleep in your makeup after the party (I know you're tired, but don't!)

Best Facial Treatments Before Christmas and Holiday Parties

When choosing your pre-holiday facial, look for treatments that deliver:

Instant Hydration – Hyaluronic acid masks, oxygen facials, or hydrating enzyme treatments give you immediate winter glow skincare results

Texture Smoothing – Gentle peels or dermaplaning create the perfect canvas for holiday makeup

Glow Boosting – LED therapy, microcurrent, or vitamin C treatments enhance radiance for festive season skincare

Calming & Soothing – Essential if you have winter-stressed or sensitive skin before holiday events

Beyond Skincare: Holiday Glow Multipliers for Radiant Skin

Your skin reflects your overall wellness. To maximize your holiday beauty prep:

Hydrate – Water is your skin's best friend for winter hydration
Sleep – Dark circles and dullness don't stand a chance against 8 hours
Eat well – Colorful veggies, healthy fats, and antioxidants and protien feed your holiday glow
Manage stress – Cortisol breaks down collagen and triggers breakouts
Limit alcohol – It dehydrates skin and causes inflammation (save it for the actual party!)

Your Complete Holiday Skincare Routine Checklist

2 Weeks Before:

✅ Book your holiday glow facial
✅ Start gentle exfoliation routine
✅ Add hydrating serum to morning/night routine
✅ Increase water intake

1 Week Before:

✅ Optional: Second facial treatment
✅ Switch to richer moisturizer
✅ Add facial oil at night
✅ Daily face massage or gua sha

48 Hours Before:

✅ Hydrating sheet mask
✅ Avoid sugary foods
✅ Extra sleep

Day Of Party:

✅ Gentle cleanse
✅ Hydrating prep
✅ Light massage
✅ Glow!

Final Thoughts: Get Party-Ready Skin for the Festive Season

The holidays are meant to be enjoyed—not spent worrying about your skin.

By starting your holiday skincare routine now, you're giving yourself the gift of confidence. You'll walk into every party, family dinner, and photo moment knowing your skin looks its absolute best.

And that glow? It's not just about the facial treatments or the winter skincare products. It's about feeling beautiful, cared for, and ready to celebrate.

Ready to get glowing skin for the holidays?

Book your Holiday Glow Facial now and let's create your custom 2-week pre-holiday skincare plan.

Ready to glow through the holidays?