Spring is traditionally a time of new beginnings.  As the days become lighter, brighter and milder, this calls for a seasonal skincare rethink. “A spring skin detox can be beneficial for a number of reasons,” says EV Expert and Holistic Skin and Wellbeing Expert, Gemma Clare.

“During the winter months, skin gets drier and doesn’t produce as much sebum. This can leave it dry and dehydrated which can exacerbate the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. But, as the weather gets warmer, skin naturally secretes more oils. What you don’t want though, is for all that oil coming through to combine with a build-up of dead skin cells. This can lead to dull, dry, congested skin, clogged pores and breakouts, making it more difficult for skincare products to be absorbed effectively.”

Dive into detox

“A facial detox is a great first step to give your skin a seasonal reboot,” says Clare, who recommends the Cosmecutis Prescription Facial Detox treatment. This includes lymphatic drainage to enhance the elimination of toxins, boost blood circulation and oxygenate the skin, a deep cleanse and exfoliation, a mild peel to remove dead skin cells, extraction (to remove impurities) and hydration.  

“A build-up of dry, dehydrated skin can sometimes create the appearance of deep wrinkles—this is where a good exfoliation can make all the difference,” she says. Clare also recommends AlumierMD Microderm Polish which contains citrus peel oil, jojoba esters and caprylic acid to resurface and smooth the complexion.

“A detoxifying facial helps to clear away dull, dry skin, unclog pores and restore radiance,” says Julie Scott, EV Expert and Owner and Clinical Director of Facial Aesthetics, Essex. “One of the most effective treatments for this is HydraFacial, which deeply purifies, exfoliates and hydrates, leaving skin refreshed and luminous.”  

The HydraFacial combines lymphatic drainage, cleansing, exfoliation and extraction, a customised hydrating serum, and soothing LED light therapy to calm inflammation.  To extend your spring skin detox at home, Scott recommends HydroPeptide Polish and Plump Peel which offers a gentle, micro-dermabrasion with a light chemical peel.

Clear it up

As temperatures warm up and the humidity rises, skin produces more sebum which can lead to breakouts. “Look for gentle, lightweight skincare formulations with ingredients that can help to reduce inflammation (eg: vitamin C, azaleic acid), exfoliate dead skin cells (eg: alpha hydroxy acids), kill acne causing bacteria and keep pores clear (eg: salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide),” says Clare, who recommends AlumierMD Bright & Clear Solution which contains lactic and salicylic acids.

“There may also be other factors to consider alongside an anti-acne regime. For example, a consultation with a nutritional therapist may help to pinpoint any dietary issues affecting your skin. In clinic treatments can help to keep breakouts under control.”

Treatments to try:

• Cosmecutis Clear Skin Facial is a detoxifying and purifying facial formulated to treat skin outbreaks and acne. It combines deep pore cleansing, microcurrent technology, high frequency to eradicate bacteria, heal and rebalance the skin. Cooling metal rollers infused with microcurrent and customised skincare calm and hydrate the skin, while LED therapy reduces inflammation, leaving skin soothed, smooth and clear.
• Aviclear is a revolutionary FDA-approved laser treatment for acne. Aviclear works by selectively targeting sebaceous glands so that they produce less oil. This reduces acne and minimises future breakouts. 

Enhance and regenerate 

If you want to enhance skin renewal at a deeper level, regenerative aesthetic treatments can help. “Regenerative treatments stimulate the body’s natural repair process at a cellular level, promoting improved skin quality, hydration, and collagen and elastin production,” says Scott.

Treatments to try:

• Polynucleotides (PDRN) help regenerate the skin and boost collagen for a firmer, smoother texture. DNA fragments extracted from salmon are injected and absorbed by the skin. This stimulates collagen and elastin production leading to fresher, plumper, smoother skin. Expect to see significant improvements in 2-3 weeks, and full effects after 8-12 weeks. 
• Secret RF with exosomes uses exosomes (tiny vesicles) which carry bioactive ingredients including proteins, lipids, DNA, nucleic acids and growth factors. Exosomes combined with radio frequency microneedling allows them to be absorbed more deeply by the skin to promote healing, repair and regeneration, and stimulate the production of collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid.

Boost collagen  

Winter’s harsh temperatures and dry indoor heating can deplete the skin’s moisture levels, leading to dehydration, increased sensitivity, and a weakened skin barrier. “This disruption can slow collagen production, making fine lines and loss of elasticity more noticeable,” says Scott.

“To restore and strengthen collagen, treatments like microneedling and radio frequency therapy are highly effective—microneedling creates micro-injuries that stimulate the skin’s natural healing process, boosting collagen and elastin production for firmer, more youthful skin. Endymed Skin Tightening radio frequency therapy delivers heat deep into the skin to tighten and rejuvenate, enhancing collagen remodelling over time.

In clinic treatments can be enhanced by a complementary at home regime. "To support collagen production at home, I recommend a high-quality vitamin C serum such as HydroPeptide Firma Bright which helps protect against environmental damage while promoting collagen synthesis for a smoother, more radiant complexion."