Your Holiday-Ready Beauty Timeline: What to Get Now and What to Plan Next

The holidays arrive fast - and between Thanksgiving gatherings, office parties, family photos, and New Year's celebrations, everyone wants to look refreshed, glowing and confident.

But timing matters. Some treatments deliver instant results, while others need a little downtime or "settling time" to look their best.

Here's your guide to what you can still do this week (yes, even two days before Thanksgiving!) and how to plan perfectly for Christmas and New Year's.

Treatments You Can Still Do Before Thanksgiving

Toxin (Botox, Dysport, Jeuveau, Xeomin, Daxxify)

Best for: Softer lines, lifted brows

BUT: Toxin takes about 7-14 days to fully kick in - so it won't peak by Thanksgiving.

Why get it now? You'll look amazing for Christmas and holiday photos.

Dermaplaning

Best for: Immediate glow, hydration, plumping

When to do it: Same week - even day of an event

What to expect: No downtime, instant radiance

Hydrating or Brightening Facial

Best for: Immediate glow, hydration, plumping

When to do it: 1-3 days before an event

Great options: SkinWave, DiamondGlow, MPS Signature Facial

IV Hydration Therapy

Best for: Energy, brightness, hydration

When to do it: Anytime - results same day

Perfect if you're feeling fatigued before gatherings.

Cryotherapy or Infrared Pod

Best for: Reducing inflammation, boosting mood + energy

When to do it: Same day or day before

Bonus for members: You get a free infrared pod session at every visit

Light Chemical Peels

Best for: Brightness, mild texture improvements

When to do it: 2-3 days before an event

(Just avoid anything with peeling downtime)

Getting Holiday-Party-Ready: What to Book 2-4 Weeks Before Christmas

If you want to look peak-perfect for Christmas photos, family gatherings, or the office holiday party, here's the ideal timeline:

3-4 Weeks Before Christmas

1. Toxin

This is prime time - your results will fully kick in before Christmas

2. Filler (Cheeks, Lips, Chin, Under Eyes)

Swelling needs a bit of time to settle, especially for lips.

Holiday tip: Book filler by early December for best results.

3. VI Peel or Stronger Chemical Peels

These need 7-10 days to peel and reveal glowing skin underneath.

4. Laser Treatments (CoolPeel, Helix, etc.)

Most laser treatments need about 1-2 weeks of healing or subtle flaking.

Much better to do them now rather than mid-December.

1-2 Weeks Before Christmas

1. SkinWave Facial

A perfect glow booster shortly after lasers or peels finish healing.

2. Dermaplaning

Pairs perfectly with holiday makeup

1-3 Days Before Christmas

Gentle brightening facial

IV hydration therapy

Infrared pod

Cryotherapy

Dermaplaning

Light exfoliation facials

This is your "I want to look amazing right now" window

Holiday Photos Coming Up?

If you're planning family photos, Christmas cards, or winter weddings:

Ideal preparation timeline:

4 weeks out: Toxin + filler

2 weeks out: Peel or light laser

1 week out: Glow facial

2-3 days out: Dermaplaning + hydration boost

Day of: Cryotherapy or IV hydration for instant skin vitality

Trust us - your photos will thank you.

New Year's Eve: Last Big Event of the Season

If you want to be extra radiant heading into 2026:

Best NYE prep timeline:

1-2 weeks prior: Light peel or laser

Week of: SkinWave or glow facial

Day before/day of: IV drip + infrared pod

Want Holiday Beauty Made Affordable?

The Spa at MPS offers ways to make treatment planning easier:

Beauty Savings Account (Membership Program)

Deposit monthly - build a bank of funds - use on anything you like with exclusive discounts.

Financing Options

We accept a few different financing options for flexibility so you can look and feel amazing without feeling financially stressed.

Ready to Start Your Holiday Glow Plan?

Whether you're two days away from Thanksgiving or planning ahead for Christmas and New Year's, we'll help you build the perfect treatment timeline.

Call or book online, and let us help you look your best for the most photographed season of the year!