Summer skin isn’t always “Glowing” - It’s Often Stressed!

And why we created the Summer Rescue Facial

Summer is often marketed as the season of glowing skin but behind the scenes, as a skin professional, we see something very different.

In salon, summer skin usually presents as dehydrated, inflamed, congested, dull and sensitized. Not because people are doing anything “wrong”, but because summer places a unique and cumulative load on the skin that most routines aren’t designed to support.

That’s exactly why we developed the Summer Rescue Facial.

Not as a fluffy, feel-good facial but as a strategic, skin-corrective treatment designed to work with summer skin, not against it.

Let me explain why.

What Summer Actually Does to Your Skin

☀️ Sun Exposure & Heat

UV radiation doesn’t just cause pigmentation or ageing - it weakens the skin barrier, increases transepidermal water loss and creates low-grade inflammation in the skin. Heat alone dilates blood vessels, which can worsen redness and sensitivity, especially in reactive skin types.

Even with SPF, summer skin is working harder to defend itself.

🌬 Environmental Stress

Wind, salt water, chlorine, air conditioning, sweat, and pollution all compromise the skin barrier. Over time, this leads to rough texture, dehydration, congestion and uneven tone.

🍷 Alcohol & Overconsumption

Summer socialising often means more alcohol, sugar and rich foods. Alcohol is dehydrating and inflammatory, while sugar contributes to glycation, a process that weakens collagen and elastin. Over time, this shows up as dullness, laxity, and breakouts.

😴 Less Sleep, More Stress

Late nights, disrupted routines and travel all elevate cortisol. High cortisol slows skin repair and worsens inflammation, meaning your skin doesn’t recover the way it normally would.

All of this creates skin that looks tired, dull, puffy, congested, or irritated - even if you’re using good skincare at home.

Why We Created the Summer Rescue Facial

We wanted a treatment that would:

• Gently exfoliate without stripping • Rehydrate deeply at multiple levels of the skin • Strengthen the skin barrier • Calm inflammation • Boost brightness safely during summer • Still feel deeply relaxing

The Summer Rescue Facial was built specifically around enzymes, barrier-supportive actives, and stabilised antioxidants because aggressive treatments and harsh peels have no place in summer skin.

What’s Actually In the Summer Rescue Facial (and Why)

✨ Enzyme-Based Signature Peel

We use fruit enzymes combined with light AHAs and BHAs to gently unglue dead skin cells rather than forcefully removing them. Enzymes work smarter, not harder — improving texture and brightness while respecting the skin barrier.

This means no downtime, no inflammation, no compromise.

💧 Vital C Enzyme Mask

Vitamin C isn’t just about brightness. In this form, it helps strengthen the skin, support collagen, and reduce oxidative stress while delivering hydration and nourishment. This is critical for skin that’s been exposed to UV and heat.

🧬 Hydrogel Sheet Mask

Hydrogel masks are occlusive and cooling, allowing ingredients like hyaluronic acid and niacinamide to penetrate effectively. This step deeply hydrates, calms inflammation, supports barrier repair, and visibly plumps the skin.

🍊 MD Power C Serum

We finish with a stable form of vitamin C to protect against environmental damage, strengthen the skin barrier, and support long-term skin health — not just instant glow.

Who This Facial Is Really For

This treatment is ideal if your skin feels:

• Dry but congested • Dull or uneven • Sensitive or reactive • Weather-worn • Tired, puffy, or stressed

It’s also perfect pre-event, mid-summer, or as a reset when your skin just isn’t behaving the way it normally does.

Why You Don’t Want to Skip This in Summer

Summer skin doesn’t need to be “pushed”. It needs to be supported.

The Summer Rescue Facial works with your skin’s natural rhythms during the hottest months - restoring hydration, strengthening the barrier, and preventing long-term damage rather than trying to correct it later.

It’s preventative, corrective, and restorative - all in one.

This facial is available for a limited time throughout January and February, and it’s one of the most intelligently designed treatments we offer for summer skin health.

If your skin is feeling tired, stressed, or just not like you - this is your sign.

Christine Founder & Skin Therapist The Beauty Spot