Spring has a funny way of making you look in the mirror properly.
The central heating gets switched off, the clocks go forward, and suddenly you’re standing in actual daylight for the first time since October. And what do you see? Skin that looks a little tired. A little dull. A little dehydrated.
That’s not a vanity problem. It’s a winter problem. And there’s a straightforward way to fix it.
Why winter is so hard on your skin
From November through to March, your skin faces a relentless double attack. Cold air outside strips away moisture. Central heating indoors does the same thing from the other direction. The result is skin that loses elasticity, looks flatter than usual, and struggles to hold on to hydration.
On top of that, the natural decline in collagen that comes with ageing doesn’t take a seasonal break. Spring just makes it more visible — because you’re finally seeing yourself in real light again.
The good news? Two of the most searched-for skin treatments in the UK right now are designed to address exactly this.
Profhilo: the injectable that works from the inside out
Profhilo isn’t a filler. It doesn’t change the shape of your face or freeze anything. It’s a highly concentrated form of hyaluronic acid that spreads beneath the skin’s surface, delivering deep hydration and triggering the production of collagen and elastin.
The effect is subtle but real. Skin looks plumper, more even, and noticeably more radiant — not because something’s been added to your face, but because your skin has been reminded how to work properly.
Most patients need two sessions, spaced about a month apart. Results typically last six months. It’s one of the most natural-looking treatments available, which is why it fits so well with Dr Anita’s philosophy: enhance what’s there, never overdo it.
Polynucleotides: the treatment everyone’s talking about
If you’ve spent any time researching skin treatments recently, you’ll have come across polynucleotides. UK searches for this treatment have increased by 188% in the last year — and for good reason.
Polynucleotide injections work by supporting your skin’s own repair and regeneration process. They improve texture, boost elasticity, and help restore that firmness that gradually disappears with age. Unlike traditional fillers, they’re not about adding volume — they’re about improving the quality of what’s already there.
They’re particularly effective for skin that looks mature or tired, and they work brilliantly as a stand-alone treatment or alongside Profhilo for a full skin reset.
Why spring is the right time
Spring is genuinely the best time for skin-quality treatments. You’re not heading straight into hot weather or heavy sun exposure, which means your skin can recover and settle well before summer. Most treatments have minimal downtime — a little redness for a day or two at most.
By the time summer arrives, your skin will already look noticeably better. Not different. Just better.
Ready for your spring reset?
Dr Anita Dhunna offers Profhilo and Polynucleotides at her clinics in Essex and Hertfordshire, including South Woodford and Bishops Stortford.
Every treatment starts with a proper consultation — no pressure, no rushing. Dr Anita will look at your skin, understand what you want to achieve, and put together a plan that’s built around you.
