After months of sun, sweat, and soaring temperatures, your skin is likely in need of a serious refresh. Summer may leave us glowing with good memories, but it can also leave behind dehydration, inflammation, and signs of sun damage. At Highland Dallas Spa, summer skin recovery is more than just a routine-it’s a ritual. From soothing aloe to enzyme facials and cooling contrast therapy, the spa offers targeted treatments that bring your skin back to life.
The Summer Skin Struggle Is Real
Even with SPF and hydration, summer weather can take a toll. UV rays break down collagen, dry heat strips moisture, and sweat can clog pores and trigger breakouts. Whether you’ve been traveling, poolside, or simply braving the Texas sun, your skin may be feeling tight, uneven, or sensitive. Now is the perfect time to replenish and restore.
Aloe: Nature’s Calm in a Bottle
One of the most timeless remedies for sun-exposed skin is aloe vera-and for good reason. Aloe is packed with vitamins A, C, and E, along with anti-inflammatory enzymes that calm irritation, hydrate deeply, and accelerate healing.
Many of the facials at Highland Dallas Spa feature botanical-based skincare products that include aloe, especially those designed for sensitive or dry skin types. When applied in a professional setting with massage and steam, aloe doesn’t just soothe-it transforms. It’s especially beneficial after sun exposure or as a follow-up to treatments like waxing or exfoliation.
Enzymes: Gentle but Powerful Exfoliation
If your skin feels dull or uneven after a long summer, enzyme-based facials can help you get your glow back. Enzymes from fruit extracts-like papaya, pumpkin, or pineapple-work gently to dissolve dead skin cells without the harshness of physical scrubs or chemical peels.
Highland Dallas Spa’s Signature Custom Facial is ideal for incorporating these types of exfoliants. This 50-minute experience is tailored to your skin’s needs on the day of treatment. If your skin is showing signs of post-sun congestion or dryness, your esthetician may choose an enzyme mask to brighten, smooth, and refresh your complexion-without causing irritation.
For a more advanced option, the Enhanced Custom LED Facial combines enzyme exfoliation with LED light therapy, targeting deeper concerns like pigmentation, inflammation, and redness.
Cool Down with Contrast Therapy
The spa’s Infrared Sauna + Cold Plunge Therapy isn’t just for muscle recovery-it also supports skin health. This form of contrast therapy stimulates circulation, reduces inflammation, and can even help calm red or reactive skin types.
After 15–20 minutes in the infrared sauna, guests take a 3–5 minute dip in the cold plunge. This contrast causes blood vessels to constrict and dilate, promoting detoxification and skin oxygenation. It’s also a fantastic way to reduce puffiness and awaken tired skin-especially after a long, hot day.
Pairing this therapy with a hydrating facial or body treatment creates a full-body skin reset that you can feel from the inside out.
Full-Body Cooling with CBD Scrubs and Stone Massages
The Brilliance CBD Body Scrub by Vital Body offers another layer of skin recovery. Infused with anti-inflammatory botanicals and cooling CBD, this 50-minute treatment exfoliates, softens, and calms summer-stressed skin. It’s perfect for addressing areas like shoulders, back, and arms-often neglected in regular skincare.
For deeper relaxation, the Himalayan Salt Stone Massage infuses minerals into the skin while using warm, smooth stones to ease tension and promote regeneration. Though heated, this massage actually helps balance skin’s hydration and reduce inflammation at a deeper level.
Book your treatment today and give your skin the summer love it deserves-cooling, calming, and completely rejuvenating.