A spa used to be a place you would go to now and again, perhaps through a birthday gift and generally as a one-off treat. Here, you would probably have a relaxing massage or other therapy. Now, places like the Lake District Spa offers all kinds of different experiences, with many providing a range of proven skin rejuvenation treatments for people of all ages and skin types. 

In line with the latest thinking and scientific research, many spas offer treatments which combine the very latest technology with natural antioxidant-rich plant or marine-derived extracts to provide a more natural skincare renewal experience and help decrease the signs of ageing or sun damage.

What treatments can you find?

Whether your skin is dry, oily or a combination of these and whether your skin already has the glow of youth or is the more mature type needing extra care you need expert advice on which type of treatment is best for you.

For instance, a Biotec Facial Treatment from Elemis is one of the best things you could have to perk up skin which has perhaps become a little tired and dull either through stress or recovering from illness.

With a choice of options, including Radiance Renew, Line Eraser, Age Defy, Skin Resurfacer or Skin Smoother, you will see instant results as Elemis’s proven 5 in 1 scientific approach to skin rejuvenation gives your skin back its natural glow and firmness.

A simple facial treatment using only natural ingredients such as broccoli seed oil, kale and avocado – nature’s skin superfoods – can be the perfect antidote for dull, stressed-out skin to leave it instantly energised, revived, plumped and glowing.

Options for mature skin

For those needing just a little help to improve the appearance of more mature skin, a Pro-Definition Lift and Contour is the perfect treatment. Using the very latest in skincare technology along with potent plant active nutrients, which have been found to help in supporting the extra-cellular matrix, this procedure can help to sculpt and restore a natural and youthful outline of the face.

Also, for the more mature skin is the Pro-Collagen Age Defy Facial which again harnesses the benefits of natural ingredients. In this case, marine extracts and red coral, which time and again have been clinically proven to target those fine lines and wrinkles which give away your age. 

These are usually combined with a highly specialised massage technique for optimum effect as it encourages maximum cellular function and an increase in the all-important rejuvenating blood flow to the skin cells.

Mums to be

Mums to be are among those who can benefit from some serious pampering and skin care to combat the changes in the appearance of the skin that pregnancy inevitably brings.

These can include changes in pigmentation, acne or other spots, broken veins and sensitive or itchy skin. Plant-derived, natural substances can help to soothe irritated skin and, when combined with an expertly applied massage technique, can help to relieve aches and pains.

Of course, the best way to ensure you get the best out of any skin rejuvenating spa treatment is to combine it with a massage package consisting of perhaps a facial, massage and head tension-relieving scalp massage to give maximum benefit for skin, body and mind.         

Whatever your skin type and whatever age you are, always make sure you get advice from someone that has the experience and skincare knowledge to provide exactly the right kind of treatment for you in the most luxurious of surroundings and using many natural ingredients, ensuring you return home fully relaxed and rejuvenated.