Tired, Dull, or Dehydrated? What Your Skin Is Asking for This Spring

Why Skin Often Feels “Off” After Winter

During winter, the skin barrier works harder to protect against environmental stress. Over time, this can lead to dehydration and tightness, or sensitivity or redness. As the seasons change, your skin's needs change too. It may be time to put down the thicker creams you were using in winter, and opt for a lighter and brighter skincare.

Gentle Ways to Restore Glow

Spring skincare doesn't need to be complicated. Small changes can make a noticeable difference when done correctly.

Skin that feels dull is often dehydrated rather than dry. Lightweight, hydrating products and treatments that calm the skin barrier can help restore softness and elasticity without overwhelming sensitive skin. Look for ook for skincare with ingredients such as hyaluronic acid to attract moisture, aloe vera to soothe and calm, vitamin-rich botanicals to support radiance, and gentle essential oils that nourish the skin while encouraging relaxation.

Pairing hydration with gentle exfoliation can also help lift dullness by removing dead skin cells and allowing products to absorb more effectively. It's best to choose exfoliation methods that are kind to the skin, supporting renewal without irritation. Above all, restoring glow is about balance and giving your skin what it needs, rather than overloading it.

Soothing Stressed Skin

Spring is the perfect time to focus on calming and rebalancing rather than “fixing.”

Our Mediterranean Marinade Facial is designed specifically for skin that feels sensitive or stressed. Using fresh ingredients, Mediterranean essential oils, and vitamin boosters, this deeply soothing treatment gently cleanses, exfoliates, and nourishes the skin, which is perfect for a post-winter pick-up. The signature facial massage and calming mask help restore your skin's natural equilibrium, leaving it feeling refreshed, balanced, and visibly brighter. It's an ideal choice for skin that needs care rather than correction.

While facial skincare often takes centre stage, the skin on your body also experiences winter fatigue! Dryness and uneven texture are very common after months of layers and limited exfoliation. The Outer Glow Body Exfoliation is an invigorating all-over treatment that gently buffs away dead skin cells, leaving skin soft, smooth, and revitalised. This treatment helps improve hydration, supports circulation, and restores a healthy glow, making it a perfect spring refresh or an ideal preparation before a holiday.

Other Gentle Ways to Restore Glow

Our skin reflects what's happening internally. If we don't feel very well, it shows on our face. Staying well hydrated, eating a varied diet with plenty of vegetables, and including healthy fats can all support skin hydration and radiance over time.

It's also good to know that skin does much of its repair work when we sleep. Poor or disrupted rest can contribute to skin dullness and sensitivity, while good-quality sleep supports our skin's renewal and leaves us with a brighter complexion. If you haven't already, try creating a calming evening routine to help both your skin and energy levels.

As spring arrives, increased daylight and time outdoors can start to affect the skin. Ensure you are wearing sun protection with a good SPF to help prevent any further skin dehydration and sensitivity. We stock TEMPLEPSPA LIFE DEFENCE in SPF30 and SPF50, which is a feather-light moisturiser. If you'd like to try it, pop to our spa reception where you can sample the product to see if it's right for you.