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Every bride wants the perfect pout. Your lips are a key part of your smile and your overall look for your big day. Dr. Tanya Naravane, D.M.D., aesthetic injector at Contour Clinique in Clearwater, has a dentistry background and specializes in lip treatments. Here, she shares six tips for photo-ready lips.

Schedule Your Injectables: If you’re looking to add a little volume to your lips, Dr. Tanya recommends booking your consultation about six months before your big day. That way, you have time to build up your look gradually. An aesthetic injector can help correct asymmetries, add volume, define your cupid’s bow, sharpen borders, or smooth fine lines and wrinkles.

Exfoliate: Use a gentle lip exfoliant a couple days prior to your big day to remove dead skin. “The worst is having crusty, dry flakes of skin on the lips,” Dr. Tanya says.

Use a Hydrating Lip Balm: A lip balm that’s extremely hydrating will make your lipstick look even better, Dr. Tanya says.

Prevent Cold Sores: Cold sores can be triggered by stress (hello, wedding prep!) or extreme weather. If you are prone to them, Dr. Tanya suggests starting an antiviral the day before your filler appointment.

Drink Water: Loading up on H2O flushes out toxins and hydrates your skin. “Drinking water plumps up the skin and helps you look more refreshed and awake,” Dr. Tanya says.

Test Your Lipstick: You might react to the ingredients in certain lipsticks. At least two weeks prior, give the lipstick you plan to use a test run to see if your lips get itchy or irritated, Dr. Tanya advises. Choose a non-transfer color that goes with your outfit.