'I visited award-winning Cheshire spa to treat my winter skin and left shocked'

I tried a completely personalised skincare treatment to cure my winter skin

While winter might be my favourite time of year for its dark, cosy evenings and festive ambience, it certainly is not my skin's favourite. Like many during the wintry months, the harsh weather leaves my skin feeling dehydrated, dull and damaged.

Your skin barrier can become compromised, especially during these months. Even the simplest of things, like sitting in a heated car after being out in the cold, can pull every drop of moisture your skin is hanging on to.

Ultimately, this can make your skin appear very red, causing blood vessels to appear and fine lines to look more pronounced. This inflammation often needs to be treated at a deeper level, and a shake-up to your skincare regime.

Instead of spending money on a bunch of products friends and influencers were recommending me, I decided to get to the root of my winter skin issues and sought out a skin analysis at an award-winning clinic in Alderley Edge.

Known for its high-tech home treatments, CurrentBody opened a clinic on the Cheshire high street earlier this year, reports the MEN. The aesthetic clinic is different to other spas, as science and technology are at the heart of their treatments, while still offering a luxurious, spa-style experience.

CurrentBody Skin: The Clinic also nabbed the award for Best Aesthetic Clinic in North England in the Safety in Beauty Diamond Awards 2025, so I knew I was in good hands. My visit began with a personalised skin consultation using their advanced OBSERV skin analysis system. When asked what I thought my issues were, I figured my skin was congested and needed a good exfoliating - but I couldn't be any more wrong.

I was left shocked as the image highlighted just how dehydrated my skin was and that my barrier had been completely compromised from over-exfoliation. What I had thought was uneven, bumpy skin was a sign of dehydration.

The practitioner took me through each image, explaining what it meant and, crucially, how it could be treated or improved. It didn't feel like a sales pitch, actually quite the opposite, as she told me to cut back on the products I was using and advised me to avoid wasting money on products that were not suitable for my skin. It felt genuinely educational, and it helped tailor the session that followed.

Based on my skin goals - mainly brightening, hydration, and smoothing - I was recommended their custom CurrentBody Skin HydraFacial. The practitioner said it is one of their most customisable facials, and the seven-step protocol blends microdermabrasion-style exfoliation, deep cleansing, and intensive hydration.

As exfoliation wasn't something I needed at a deep level, she was able to give me the lowest level of exfoliation and tailored every other step to my skin's needs.

The treatment began with a gentle lymphatic massage to depuff and stimulate circulation, followed by the signature spiral-tip cleansing process that lifts impurities and clears congestion without stripping the skin. What stood out most was the careful attention to detail. Every step felt intentional - whether it was the targeted exfoliation to smooth texture or the nourishing serum infusion that left my skin feeling plump and refreshed.

The therapist explained how the treatment helped remove bacteria trapped in pores while simultaneously infusing antioxidants and hydrating ingredients to strengthen the skin barrier. By the time we reached the final protective layer, I could already see a visible glow. I actually audibly gasped when I looked in the mirror.

The results were immediate. I noticed a smoother texture, more even radiance, and a clarity that usually only appears days after a facial.

I can only describe it as a total skin reset. The Clinic also gives you the tools to maintain and enhance your results at home, which again, is totally personalised to your needs.

Overall, my visit to CurrentBody: The Clinic exceeded every expectation. The combination of cutting-edge technology, highly trained medical professionals, and a genuinely welcoming atmosphere sets it apart in an increasingly crowded wellness landscape.

Whether you're seeking aesthetic treatments, deeper health support, or simply a boost of radiance, this clinic feels like the future of personalised skincare. And if the HydraFacial is any indication, that future is incredibly bright and glowing.

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