Glow is the theme of today’s Salon Spotlight Blog! Our new 2025 feature expands on the fabulous Transformation competition, taking a closer look at the SkinBase professionals delivering life-changing transformations through expert treatments. Up next: SkinBase Therapist Gail & the SkinBase Hydro.

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A Decade of Transformations

Meet Gail Dobson-Burns, a dedicated skin and holistic therapist who has been transforming clients and boosting confidence within her business DB Skin/Therapy, for nearly 10 years. In this spotlight, we take a closer look at one of her recent success stories involving her client Jo, who embarked on a SkinBase Hydro course to target fine lines and pigmentation.

“My works main focus is people feeling happy, healthy and comfortable with confidence in themselves, their skin, their soul and their self.”

Jo’s Journey to Skin Confidence

While her complexion was in fairly good condition, thanks to a strong skincare routine, Jo’s main concerns when coming to Gail were the fine lines and pigmentation that had gradually appeared on her skin. As a result, she was feeling unconfident, and covering up with foundation. She wanted some skin confidence back, and Gail had the perfect solution to make her glow!

SkinBase Hydro for Glowing Skin

Jo was drawn to the unique benefits and powerful ingredients of both the Hydro Renewing and Hydro Brightening serums. She was torn between her goal to plump out and hydrate her fine lines, and her goal to lighten some of her pigmentation. To address all of Jo’s skin concerns, Gail tailored a combined approach, incorporating both serums into her Hydro treatment plan.

• Hydro Renewing Serum to target fine lines and smooth the skin, with the help of Hyaluronic Acid.
• Hydro Brightening Serum to target dullness and pigmentation with Niacinamide & Kojic Acid.

“When I suggested the splitting of her course into 3 of the brightening and 3 of the renewing she was very happy…”

A Holistic Approach: Maximising Results with Home Care

The Hydro serums played a significant role in Jo’s transformation, but Gail took a holistic aproach to giving Jo her glow back, advising on home care throughout the treatment plan. Gail communicated to Jo why at home maintenance between treatments is key! As a result of this thorough approach, Jo saw visible results after every SkinBase Hydro session.

By the end of the course my skin was much more clearer that I felt confident enough to stop wearing foundation to cover up.”

Salon Spotlight: Gail’s Expertise

When clients come to her to achieve glowing skin, Gail knows hydration is key. She always advises upping water intake during a course of treatments, even for clients who drink lots. “While we work through the skin layers, our skin barrier can feel stripped if not hydrated well, and start to dry out which will inhibit your results.”

The Importance of SPF for Glowing Skin

As a skin cancer charity ambassador for Melanoma-Me Foundation, Gail is passionate about sun safety. Her number one skincare tip for maintaining a fresh, glowing complexion year-round? SPF! This is especially true when treating pigmentation. “People ask me what they should be doing to maintain a youthful complexion and as well as regular treatments, good daily routines, the most important is definitely SPF.”

Gail’s Top Recommendations

For clients on a treatment course, Gail recommends a gentle skincare approach. Meet your skin’s needs by cleansing, toning, moisturising and applying the all important SPF – but avoid overloading the skin with actives. “That serum getting in and doing its work is enough for the skin to be dealing with right now. It’s best to let the skin do its thing while on a Hydro course.”

Time to Glow?

With therapists like Gail and treatments like SkinBase Hydro, healthy, glowing skin is just an appointment away. Find your nearest therapist now to get started.

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