Ditch The Dead Skin: Pre-Summer Skin Prep

If the thought of going foundation-free this season has you reaching for a wide-brimmed and super-sized shades, you’re not alone ... especially after months of central heating, cold winds and low humidity. But with just a few smart treatments and skincare tweaks, you can glow into summer with confidence.

The Power of Professional Exfoliation

Chemical Peels: Think of a chemical peel as your skin’s reset button. This non-invasive treatment uses specially formulated solutions to deeply exfoliate, encouraging cell turnover and revealing a fresher, smoother complexion underneath. Our VI Precision Plus Peel treatment uses Lighten Booster and fast-acting Brightening Booster to help tackle UV induced pigmentation and sun damage, melasma and hyperpigmentation. It's safe for all skin types with results within seven days. Find out more here.

Dermaplaning: This manual exfoliation technique uses a sterile blade to gently remove dead skin cells and peach fuzz (yes, the tiny vellus hairs we all have), leaving your skin ultra-smooth and instantly radiant. It’s the perfect prep for special events or summer holiday selfies as it enhances makeup application and allows your skincare products to absorb more effectively. Beauty specialist Stacey Ellen now offers this procedure at a clinic and you can read more here.

Peel vs Plane: Which Is Right for You?

Both are excellent exfoliating treatments, but they work in very different ways and are suited to different goals, skin types and seasons. Chemical Peels use a carefully selected blend of active acids to deeply exfoliate and are ideal if you’re looking for longer-term results (expect a week of peeling skin too). However, because they make your skin more sensitive to UV rays, we don’t recommend them after May. When the sun is stronger, your skin is more vulnerable to pigmentation, so timing is key. That’s why spring is the perfect window to schedule a peel and get your glow on in time for summer. Dermaplaning, on the other hand, offers immediate surface-level results with no downtime and you can have this treatment all-year round.

Not sure which is right for you? Book a consultation and we’ll talk you through the options, your skin goals and the best seasonal timing to help you glow with confidence.

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Spring-Time Skin Must-Haves

Once you’ve revealed that fresh, healthy skin, it’s all about nourishing and protecting. We love Tropic Skincare’s Super Greens Nutrient Boost Oil, packed with vitamin-rich greens including broccoli, kale and avocado. And while its plant-based vitamins and antioxidants fight the effects of pollution and the causes of sensitivities, green coffee oil promotes cell repair. The result? A strong, satisfied and healthy-looking complexion.

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And while we're talking about getting your skin prepped for the warmer months, a note on SPF. Rather shockingly, a Yougov survey of more than 2,000 people found almost half (45%) of respondents admitted they do not apply SPF daily or most days.

It's vital to remember sun protection isn’t just for the beach; even on cloudy days or during winter, UV rays can still penetrate the skin, contributing to premature ageing, pigmentation and an increased risk of skin cancer. A daily broad-spectrum SPF helps to preserve your skin’s health and radiance by shielding it from both UVA (ageing) and UVB (burning) rays - it should be the final - and most protective layer in your morning skincare routine. Try Tropic’s Sun Day Facial SPF, enriched with brightening antioxidants, youth-enhancing hibiscus and hydrating hyaluronic acid. There's also tropical banana flower extract to calm and prebiotics to nourish your skin’s microbiome. 

And remember when you shop via our online Tropic Skincare portal you can earn rewards with us. Get ten points with every purchase of Tropic products totalling £20 or more. Reach 100 points and you will receive a Hydrating Cleanse Facial worth £55 or a complimentary Tropic product. Shop with us to qualify and start earning today at www.tropicskincare.com/juliasen.