Valentine’s Day might be all romantic nights out and red roses, but I like to think that it’s also the perfect time to show your complexion some much-needed affection.

After months of hibernating and over-indulging, we may not in the mood for love. In fact, if you’re anything like me, you’d quite happily stay in that lovely state of hibernation for another month! But actually, the run-up to Valentine’s Day is the ideal time to put yourself first. My advice? Take some time out from the day to day chores, work to-do-lists and teen taxi services and treat yourself to some TLC.

GET THE PERFECT POUT

Our lips are one of the most sensual parts of our body, long linked to sexual attraction. A full pout is seen as feminine, while we tend to associate thin lips with someone who is prim or mean. If you’re concerned that your lips are little lacklustre then you’re certainly not alone. Because our lips thin with age, the shape changes, vertical lines appear. What was once one of your best features seems to be fast disappearing … and no amount of lipstick is going to help.

When it comes to fillers and Botox I’m a strong advocate of “less is definitely more” . When I am treating a client I always want to achieve the most natural look, and one that works in harmony with your face. Injectables can also be used above the lip line – to gently enhance volume, redefine shape and treat vertical lines. You can read more about lip treatments in my blog post here – https://drjuliasen.co.uk/pucker-up-for-valentines-day/

REVEAL YOUR RADIANCE

Peels are designed to work deeper into your skin to reveal the healthy layer beneath – they are great if you are looking for that next level of skincare. At-home peels tend to be quite gentle, while the ones I use in clinic are professional level and are designed to tackle pigmentation, enlarged pores, acne and facial lines, and can also be used on darker skin tones. You can find out more about peels or book a consultation here – https://drjuliasen.co.uk/sen-aesthetic/chemical-peels/

For a great at-home option, iS Clinical’s Active Peel System is a powerful fast-acting two-step treatment designed to resurface and polish the skin while providing hydration, rejuvenation and antioxidant protection. Shop here – https://shop.drjuliasen.co.uk/product/active-peel-system/

THE “TREAT YOUR SKIN” FACIAL

My Stem Cell Plasma Facial is a next level treatment designed to rejuvenate and rebuild your own collagen. Because our skin has natural barriers, which include Cell Adhesion Molecules (tight bonds between cells) it prevents the absorption of substances coming into contact with our face. For my Stem Cell Plasma Facial, plasma energy is transmitted to your skin – it’s totally painless, and feels like a light vibration.

Because it works at a cellular level to change the surface electrical charge on the skin and temporarily disrupting the CAMs, it allows the delivery of rejuvenating products without the need for injection. Calecim Stem Cell-Derived Serum and Hyaluronic Acid (a substance found naturally in our tissues which decrease with age) are applied and quickly absorb. The result? Immediate glowing, plump skin and the results continue to improve over the following days and weeks.

Find out more about this innovative treatment here – https://drjuliasen.co.uk/sen-aesthetic/stem-cell-plasma-facial/