Why spring is the sweet spot for summer-ready skin
By Jenny Peterson
As summer rolls in with tank tops, bathing suits and sun-soaked days, skin care and body rejuvenation come to the top of mind for confidence.
Spring is the ideal time to begin treatments so results are visible when it matters most.
“May is a great time to start to really create a plan and address each client’s specific needs for July and August,” said Courtney Justice, a physician’s assistant at Luminus Aesthetics & Wellness, with locations in West Ashley, Summerville and Mount Pleasant.
At Luminus Aesthetics & Wellness, every journey begins with a personalized consultation to determine the right combination of treatments for both immediate goals and long-term results.
These customized plans blend science-backed cutting-edge technology with holistic wellness to deliver glowing, age-defying results, preparing bodies for the beach and rejuvenating skin ahead of social gatherings and outdoor living during the Lowcountry’s sunniest season.
For the Face
Among the newer offerings at Luminus Aesthetics & Wellness is the state-of-the-art Solaria CO2 Laser, which uses concentrated light energy absorbed by water within the skin.
This energy precisely removes damaged skin while simultaneously heating deeper layers of tissue. The controlled thermal effect triggers the body’s natural healing response, leading to collagen growth and new skin formation that improves texture, tone and elasticity.
“It’s a skin reset,” said Justice. “It treats fine lines and deep wrinkles. It helps with sun damage and pigmentation and also helps shrink pores and targets uneven texture and tone.”
The CO2 laser can also treat acne scars and surgical scars.
Most commonly used on the face—but also effective on the neck, chest and hands—the Solaria CO2 Laser targets fine lines, deep wrinkles, acne scars, sun damage and uneven pigmentation.
“The CO2 laser is considered the gold standard of resurfacing treatment. It removes damaged outer skin layers, stimulates collagen and elastin,” Justice said.
While results can be seen after a single session, providers typically recommend a series of three treatments spaced four to six weeks apart, followed by annual maintenance. Downtime ranges from three to seven days out of the sun, so clients should prepare ahead of a busy summer season and stay indoors following treatment.
“Compared to the older CO2 devices, it’s more controlled and more customizable. It gives the intensity of traditional resurfacing, but has a more modern recovery profile,” Justice said.
For those seeking a quicker, year-round option, the FDA-cleared SkinPen® Microneedling device offers a less intensive approach for all skin types.
The result is smoother texture, reduced fine lines and improved overall skin health with minimal downtime — typically just 24 to 48 hours of mild redness.
For the Body
Popular noninvasive body contouring treatments that bring more confidence for the summer are TruSculpt and TruFlex — often referred to together as TruBody — which use radiofrequency energy to heat and destroy fat cells and stimulate muscle contractions to build and tone.
Treatments are quick, typically around 15 minutes, and require no downtime.
Ultimately, there’s not a one-size-fits-all approach. Tailored, personalized aesthetic care is paramount to making clients feel and look their best.
“Everyone’s needs are different,” said Justice. “Our goal is to create a customized plan so clients feel confident heading into summer and beyond.”
