Spring time is a transition from the darker winter days to a period of reawakening and renewal. After a long winter, clients are ready to reset routines, repair seasonal damage and rebuild confidence ahead of brighter, more social months.
While January focuses on pressure-driven resolutions, Spring is all about sustainable glow-ups - the realistic, long-term skin investments that prioritise health.
So, let’s explore the key trends shaping skincare in 2026 and how you can position your SkinBase treatments to meet evolving client expectations.
Individuals are increasingly focused on becoming the best versions of themselves. From fitness trackers to personalised nutrition plans, there is a strong drive to optimise daily life, and skincare is now part of that performance mindset.
So, clients want more than a facial. They want structured plans that enhance skin function, boost confidence and fit seamlessly into their wider wellbeing routines. Those in pursuit of peak performance are elevating the everyday, and this includes investing in treatments that deliver consistent, visible improvements.
- Position your treatments as part of a Skin Performance Plan rather than one-off appointments. E.g. A 6 Week Skin Optimisation Programme
- Use skin performance language during consultations and treatments e.g. instead of saying ‘X treatment will make your skin glow’, you can say ‘This will improve your skin function and optimise your barrier.
- Tie in skincare results to self-optimisation by finding out and highlighting what clients are working towards. E.g. ask “What have you got coming up this year?” and link to milestones, social events, work commitments etc.
- Once the initial course is over, you can retain clients by encouraging ‘skin reviews’, so they can come in for a maintenance treatment and analyse how their skin is continuing to progress.
Key Trend: Preservation & Regeneration
In 2026, the focus is shifting from “protection over correction.” Quick fixes and dramatic transformations are losing appeal. Clients feel empowered to take control of the ageing process and are increasingly prioritising long-term preservation over reactive treatments.
Rather than attempting to reverse visible ageing later, individuals are investing earlier and more consistently in treatments that maintain a natural, age-ambiguous appearance. Non-invasive treatments that stimulate the skin’s own processes are preferred over more aggressive interventions. There is a renewed emphasis on collagen support, preventative care and protecting the skin barrier from environmental stressors.
Preservation & Regeneration Tips:
- As with the Peak Performance trend, it is important to emphasise the importance of having a course of treatments, rather than a single session.
- Create packages tailored to different life stages, such as Prevention (20s–30s), Preserve & Protect (30s–40s) and Restore & Support (50+) to make treatment pathways feel personalised and relevant.
- Shift your language from “anti-ageing” to skin longevity. For example, instead of “reducing wrinkles,” try “supporting natural collagen production to maintain firmness over time.”
- During consultations, ask forward-thinking questions such as: "How would you like your skin to look in five years?" to shift the conversation from correction to prevention.
Key Trend: Real Life Revival & The Human Touch
As technology continues to shape daily routines, clients are craving authentic, in-person experiences more than ever. While at-home devices are widely accessible, professional treatments offer something that cannot be replicated: expertise and meaningful human connection.
There is a renewed appreciation for hands-on treatments and natural, non-invasive lifting techniques. Clients want to feel cared for, understood and supported in their skin journey.
So, the balance of technology and human touch that your SkinBase treatments offer is incredibly powerful in 2026.
Real Life Revival & The Human Touch Tips:
- Shift the message from treatment to experience: ‘In a world full of DIY skincare, nothing replaces expert hands and real results. Every SkinBase treatment starts with a consultation so we can truly understand your skin.’
- Use treatment add-ons for extra human touch - e.g. massages
- Use client testimonials to communicate the emotion involved in SkinBase Treatments: e.g. “Collagen Lift was my little piece of heaven and self care time. I couldn't recommend this treatment enough. It’s pure luxury, and makes you look and feel amazing.”
- Position SkinBase as the balance between technology and human touch: SkinBase treatments combine advanced technology with something no device can replace - professional care, expertise and genuine human connection.
- Use language that reflects the trend: e.g. “Supporting your skin’s natural renewal” and “Helping you feel confident in your own skin” - both emphasise the human connection involved.
Key Trend: Chemistry of Joy
With rising stress levels and increasing daily pressures, consumers are seeking accessible ways to boost their mood. While large indulgences may feel out of reach, small, sensory-led experiences are providing instant “micro hits” of happiness.
Emerging research in psychodermatology and neurocosmetics highlights the powerful link between skin and emotional wellbeing. Treatments that feel good physically can positively influence how clients feel mentally.
Chemistry of Joy Tips:
- Emphasise mood enhancing benefits of having professional treatments: e.g. “A results-driven treatment that feels incredible”, “An hour that’s just for you”, “Glow on the outside, calm on the inside”.
- Sell the full experience, not just the treatment: e.g. have calming lighting, happiness boosting scents, refreshments etc.
- Use emotional-led content e.g. “POV: You booked the facial instead of staying stressed.” reel and “Because your skin deserves joy too.” as an image caption.
- Create treatment packages based on different emotional needs e.g. happiness, destress, confidence.
- Encourage clients to commit to their course of treatments or maintenance sessions as their weekly/monthly non-negotiable moment of self care to boost their mood.
- Create space for the ‘micro-joy’ moment at the end of the treatment by asking how relaxed they feel, and give them a mirror to see their results.
Key Trend: Resilient Routines
Consumers in 2026 are building resilience across every area of their lives: mentally, physically and dermatologically. A strong skin barrier is now considered essential, fuelling demand for treatments and routines that keep skin stable under stress.
After winter’s harsh conditions of cold air and indoor heating, many clients will present with compromised barriers, dehydration and dullness. Spring offers the ideal opportunity to rebuild resilience and strengthen protection ahead of increased UV exposure.
Clients are also looking for more robust daily protection to incorporate into their skincare: e.g. advanced SPFs and anti-pollution skincare formulas to combat free radical damage.
Resilient Routine Tips:
- SkinBase Microdermabrasion: remove winter damage for a more resilient skin barrier. Healthy skin cells = stronger protection. Protect and reinforce skin barrier between treatments with the right homecare - SkinBase Essentials products.
- SkinBase Hydro: hydrated skin is resilient skin. Dehydrated skin becomes reactive, sensitive and dull. The treatment gives you the boost, but your daily routine maintains that resilience.
- SkinBase Collagen Lift: resilience isn’t just surface-level, it’s structural and Collagen Lift supports from within. Protect your collagen and your skin with a suitable skincare routine.
- SkinBase Intense Pulsed Light: future-proof your skin now before UV increases. Treating unwanted hair/pigmentation/vascular issues now for more resilient summer skin. Don’t forget SPF as daily armour.
SkinBase Essentials Skincare Range
Your clients want the create the best routines for their skin. You are putting in the work with your non-surgical treatments, so don’t let them miss out on homecare. They want you to use your expertise to guide their routines, so recommend the perfect products for their skin.
You can call the office on 01782 770810 or email the team to order products! Postage is FREE on orders over £55. Check out the price lists here.
Key Trend: Total Skin Health
In 2026, clients are treating their bodies with the same seriousness as their faces. An elevated approach to body care will see clients seeking out rejuvenating treatments targeted at the arms, tummy, back and legs, as well as a specific focus on “neck and dec tech”.
Concerns around neck laxity and décolletage skincare are increasing, particularly among clients experiencing weight loss or lifestyle changes. The neck and décolletage are especially vulnerable to collagen loss, UV damage and posture-related “tech neck” concerns.
Total Skin Health Tips:
Create body care packages so clients are aware how your SkinBase treatments can be used to help them achieve their best skin.
- Microdermabrasion Spring Mani/Pedi Package: e.g. ‘elevate a pastel coloured manicure & get feet ready for more revealing spring footwear with MD. Exfoliate away dry, rough skin and leave hands and feet soft and smooth.’
- Hydro ‘Bacne’ Revival Package: e.g. ‘the pressure and coverage of those many winter layers prevent the skin from ‘breathing’, resulting in excess oils and dreaded ‘bacne’. Treat it while the weather is still cooler. The combination of the peel and clarifying serum will unclog pores, combat acne and return the skin to its former radiance.’
- IPL Unwanted Hair Legs Package: e.g. ‘unwanted hair is easy to ignore in winter, but when layers get lighter, hair can begin to impact confidence and self esteem. Start treating unwanted leg hair with SkinBase IPL today.’
- Collagen Lift Tummy Rejuvenation Package: e.g. ‘boost your confidence and rejuvenate your tummy with the comfortable and effective Collagen Lift radio-frequency treatment. Firm, smooth and tighten skin for a renewed appearance. Perfect to help with loose skin after weight loss.’
The best 'Neck and Dec' Tech for your clients? Combined technologies that work together to maximise results! The SkinBase ULTIMATE treatments offer excellent solutions:
- Collagen Lift ULTIMATE Neck and Décolletage Package: The advanced Collagen Lift ULTIMATE treatment combines the technologies of SkinBase CL and Microdermabrasion to resurface, regenerate, repair and sculpt the neck and décolletage.
- Hydro ULTIMATE Neck and Décolletage Package: The Hydro ULTIMATE treatment resurfaces, rejuvenates, hydrates and smoothes as SkinBase Hydro and SkinBase Collagen Lift work synergistically, amplifying the effects of one another by targeting different layers of the skin.
Tried & Tested Tips:
Here are some Spring Marketing tips from previous years that are as effective and relevant as ever:
Spring Skincare Renewal
Winter skin is often described as dull, dry, flaking, chapped, cracked, raw, irritated - the list goes on. Definitely not the condition anyone wishes their skin to be in. Therefore, spring is a great time to curate skincare treatment courses for clients.
- Microdermabrasion packages of 3, 6 and 9 treatments are a great way for clients to bridge the gap between damaged winter skin and perfect spring skin. The MD treatment is an effective way to exfoliate all of the winter build up off the skin.
- The Hydro serums and hydration are the perfect way for clients to get their glow back, while the peel removes any winter build up of dead skin. Recommend one-off treatments and mini courses for clients who need simply need a complexion boost before stepping into Spring. Longer treatment courses can be used to treat more problematic skin.
- A springtime Collagen boost is a great way for clients to combat any lasting damage from dry winter skin. The combination of cold air outside and artificial heat inside causes the skin to rapidly lose moisture in the winter, affecting collagen and elastin production. Tying courses of Collagen Lift into the spring renewal theme is a great way to get clients to book.
- You can stick to the “spring clean” theme when promoting IPL - just as clients are removing unwanted clutter from their homes, they can begin the process of removing unwanted hair! Emphasise to clients the long term results associated with IPL are due to an investment in a series of sessions, so hair can be completely broken down. Summer skin starts in spring!
Spring Occasions
There are a variety of occasions you can take advantage of throughout the spring months, such as Easter, Earth Day, Mother’s Day and Wedding Season. For more ideas, and to implement themes into your business more frequently, you could even select special awareness events, such as Stress Awareness Month and Sun Awareness Week. Check out the marketing calendar
here for more ideas!
During the events - don’t forget to make retail gifting as easy as possible! Mother’s day gift sets, easter baskets of goodies etc. Include your SkinBase Essentials!
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