Pre-Holiday Skin Glow Treatments: The Top 5 Treatments to Start in October for Big Results by December
The holiday season is just around the corner, which means family gatherings, friend reunions and of course, plenty of photos. If you’re aiming to look luminous by December, the time to act is now. October through November is a critical window to lay the groundwork for radiant skin, with enough healing time before all your holiday events.
In this blog, we’ll walk you through:
- Why starting in October is important
- The top pre-holiday skin glow treatments to consider
- A recommended timeline for booking
- Tips to maintain and support your results
- How to get started on your holiday glow-up plan
By following a smart plan now, you’ll walk into the holiday season glowing… not scrambling. Let’s get you started.
Why Should I Begin Pre-Holiday Skin Glow Treatments in October?
Many of us think of beauty prep only a few weeks before holiday photos or parties. But the truth is: to achieve your best, most natural glow, you need lead time, and October is the ideal starting point.
Key Reasons to Start in October
- Healing time: Many resurfacing, laser, or microneedling treatments require 2–4 weeks (or more) for optimal results.
- Staging treatments: You can layer milder work first, then progressively deeper treatments later.
- Avoid rushing or last-minute side effects: Bruising, flaking, or redness resolves won’t ever be an issue if you schedule early.
- Cumulative benefits: Treatments involving collagen-stimulation build results over weeks.
- Seasonal synergy: Cooler weather and less sun exposure make fall ideal for peels, lasers, and actives—just another reason why fall is a great time to get started on your skin care journey.
In short: starting early ensures results show at just the right time, instead of interfering with your plans (and photos).
If you want your skin to glow by December, you need a plan that starts in October. The following five pre-holiday skin glow treatments are our go-to recommendations at Lebo Aesthetics & Spa. Each targets a different layer of skin health, from surface radiance to collagen renewal — and when timed right, they work together beautifully.
Our experienced skin care experts offer a variety of pre-holiday skin glow treatments that address everything from dullness and fine lines to uneven tone and texture. These services are designed to rejuvenate your complexion, boost collagen, and enhance your natural glow — so you can look and feel your best just in time for the festivities.
Here’s a quick look at five of our most loved treatments for glowing, holiday-ready skin:
Treatment | What It Does | Best For | When to Schedule |
1. Medical-Grade Chemical Peels | Exfoliates dull, damaged skin to reveal a smoother, brighter complexion. | Uneven tone, fine lines, hyperpigmentation | Mid-October (series of 2–3) |
2. Microneedling (± PDGF) | Stimulates collagen production for firmer, smoother, younger-looking skin. | Fine lines, acne scars, texture, pores | October–November |
3. Facials / Glo2Facials | Cleanses, hydrates, and revitalizes skin for an instant, radiant boost. | All skin types, dull or dehydrated skin | Monthly or pre-event |
4. Light & Laser Therapies | Targets acne, discoloration, and redness while improving overall tone and radiance. | Breakouts, pigmentation, sun damage | October–early December |
5. Injectables (Tox & Filler) | Softens lines and restores youthful volume for a refreshed, natural look. | Expression lines, volume loss | 2–4 weeks before holiday events |
1. Medical-Grade Chemical Peels
When it comes to achieving smoother, brighter, more youthful-looking skin before the holidays, medical-grade chemical peels are one of the most effective pre-holiday skin glow treatments you can start in October. These professional strength exfoliating treatments gently remove dull, damaged surface layers to reveal fresh, radiant skin underneath.
At Lébo Aesthetics & Spa, our licensed medical aestheticians tailor each peel to your unique skin type and goals, whether that’s targeting fine lines, hyperpigmentation, or uneven texture.
Here’s why you’ll love chemical peels:
- Noticeable improvement after just one session: Skin appears smoother, more even, and luminous.
- Custom formulations: Most med spas offer a range of professional peels (including glycolic, salicylic, and TCA blends) designed to safely renew your skin.
- Helps fade sun damage and discoloration from summer exposure, leaving a more even tone before the holidays.
- Boosts collagen and cell turnover, promoting firmer, more youthful skin over time.
- Perfect foundation treatment: Peels enhance the effectiveness of other services, like microneedling or Glo2Facials.
Pro tip: Schedule your first peel in October and plan a series of 2–3 sessions spaced several weeks apart. This timeline allows your skin to renew and settle beautifully by December for that effortless holiday glow.
2. Microneedling
For clients seeking smoother texture, refined pores, and firmer skin, microneedling is a top choice among our pre-holiday skin glow treatments. This collagen-stimulating procedure uses ultra-fine needles to create controlled micro-channels in the skin, triggering your body’s natural healing response.
When combined with PDGF (Platelet-Derived Growth Factors), microneedling results are taken to the next level. PDGF helps accelerate tissue repair, stimulate collagen formation, and improve overall skin tone and elasticity, giving you faster healing and more dramatic, longer-lasting rejuvenation.
Why microneedling is a seasonal favorite:
- Boosts collagen and elastin production for tighter, smoother, and more youthful-looking skin.
- Reduces the appearance of fine lines, enlarged pores, and mild acne scars.
- Improves overall tone and texture, leaving skin soft and radiant.
- Minimal downtime — typically just 1–3 days of mild redness or sensitivity.
Pro tip: Start microneedling in October or November to allow your skin time to rebuild collagen naturally. Results continue to improve for weeks, so your complexion looks its absolute best by December.
3. Facials / Glo2Facials
Facials come in many forms and help people tackle skin concerns from dullness and dryness to acne and uneven skin tones. One of the more advanced facials, offered in the Spa at Lebo, is called a Glo2Facial. It combines exfoliation, oxygenation, and nourishment for instantly radiant skin.
Facials and Glo2Facials are:
- Customized for your skin type and goals. Spa aestheticians are able to personalize every facial to deliver visible, long-lasting results.
- Able to provide you with an instant glow with zero downtime. You’ll leave with smooth, hydrated, luminous skin, perfect for events or photos.
- A great way to boost long-term skin health. Regular facials maintain hydration, clear congestion, and enhance results from deeper treatments.
- The perfect pre-event pick-me-up. They’re great for a quick refresh before any special occasion.
Pro tip: Schedule your Glo2Facial monthly (or every 4–6 weeks) to keep your complexion glowing throughout the season.
4. Laser & Light Therapies
If your goal is to refresh, clarify, and brighten your skin from the inside out before the holidays, light-based treatments are among the most effective pre-holiday skin glow treatments available at Lébo Aesthetics & Spa. These noninvasive procedures use advanced light energy to target imperfections, boost collagen, and restore a healthy, luminous tone — all with minimal to no downtime.
Our most popular light-based skin treatments include:
- Isolaz™ — Combines vacuum suction with broadband light to deeply cleanse pores, reduce acne-causing bacteria, and calm active breakouts. It’s perfect for clients who want clearer, smoother skin before holiday photos and parties.
- Photorejuvenation (IPL) — Targets sun damage, brown spots, redness, and uneven pigmentation using gentle pulses of light. Over a series of sessions, it visibly improves tone and clarity for a more even, radiant complexion.
- Skin Revitalization Treatments — Stimulate collagen and elastin to improve texture, firmness, and overall glow. These treatments help reduce fine lines, enlarged pores, and mild scarring, giving skin a smoother and more youthful appearance.
- Blue & Red Light LED Therapy — A soothing, noninvasive treatment that uses specific light wavelengths to reduce inflammation, destroy acne-causing bacteria, and stimulate healing. Red light enhances collagen production, while blue light helps purify and clarify the skin.
Pro tip: Start your light-based treatments in October or early November to give your skin time to renew and reveal its healthiest, most radiant glow for the holidays.
5. Dysport or Botox and Dermal Fillers
For those who want to look naturally refreshed and well-rested during the holiday season, Dysport or Botox and dermal fillers can make a subtle yet powerful difference. These pre-holiday skin glow treatments smooth fine lines, soften wrinkles, and restore youthful volume — giving you that confident, camera-ready look for every party and photo op.
- Neurotoxins (like Botox or Dysport) relax lines caused by facial expressions.
- Cosmetic Fillers restore volume and define contours (cheeks, lips, tear troughs).
- Quick results with minimal downtime but allow 2–4 weeks for settling.
- Natural-looking, refreshed appearance — not frozen or overdone.
Pro insight: The key to natural, glowing results is planning ahead. By scheduling injectables at least four weeks before your main events, everything has time to settle perfectly, leaving you looking vibrant, confident, and refreshed.
Suggested Timeline/Booking Calendar
To maximize the effect of your skin care treatments and to avoid overlapping of healing periods, here’s a sample timeline for scheduling your pre-holiday skin glow treatments.
- 8–12 weeks before holiday events (October – early November):
• Begin your first chemical peel or milder resurfacing
• Start microneedling
• Book a Facial - 6–8 weeks before (mid-November):
• Continue peels or microneedling sessions as needed
• Schedule a light laser treatment
• If needed, book your Dysport or Botox injections - 4–6 weeks before:
• Schedule Dysport or Botox / Fillers (to allow 2+ weeks for settling)
• Final resurfacing or light peel if needed (minimal downtime)
• Boost with a facial or Glow2Facial - 2–4 weeks before:
• Final “maintenance” –facial or Glo2Facial
• Lightening / brightening serums
• Avoid major procedures and let your skin settle
This staggered approach ensures your skin is never overwhelmed and gives every treatment the space to deliver its best.
Is Your Skin Ready for the Holidays?
It all comes down to timing and strategy. A well-paced, layered plan that rolls out in October gives your skin the opportunity to heal, strengthen, and reveal the glow you want when it matters most. At Lebo Aesthetics & Spa, we love helping our patients put their best face forward, without the last-minute panic.
So don’t wait. Reach out to the skin care experts at Lebo Aesthetics & Spa today to schedule a free consultation. We’ll assess your skin, map out a personalized pre-holiday skin glow treatments plan, and help you get started (with confidence). Your December self will thank you.
Call us now or click to book your free consult — let’s make this your most radiant holiday season yet!
