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From skin longevity to high-impact lash lifts, we spotlight treatments designed to restore energy, enhance results and elevate your treatment menu

Germaine de Capuccini Timexpert Skinreset

Germaine de Capuccini has introduced Timexpert Skinreset, a new professional skincare range and treatment focused on supporting skin longevity through bioenergetic principles. Rather than targeting visible ageing alone, the system centres on cellular energy, aiming to improve skin function and resilience.

The spa protocol follows a three-step approach of activation, boosting and sealing, using Intelligent Reset Mousse, Cellular Reset Serum and Energetic Reset Mask, alongside a metal heart-shaped massage tool used for application and cooling. At the core of the range is Mitocore Nad+ technology, which combines liposomal Nad+ with supporting cofactors to address cellular fatigue and support mitochondrial function.

Designed for use alongside the accompanying homecare products, the system is suitable for all skin types, including sensitive, and is intended to address signs of fatigue, stress and environmental exposure.

Germaine de Capuccini recommends charging approximately £120-£150. germainedecapuccini.com

Tried & tested: Elleebana Korean Lash Lift

The lowdown: Elleebana’s new Korean Lash Lift is designed to create a stronger, more defined lift from the root. Unlike classic systems that use glue or balm, this technique uses a viscosity-controlled formula, blending a specialist powder with lifting lotions to give therapists more control. The result is intended to be a cleaner, more elevated finish, with lashes appearing longer, fuller and more evenly separated. Treatment time is around 60 minutes including tint, with results lasting up to eight weeks.

The experience: I headed to Everlasting Salon in London’s Golders Green, where Elleebana also has a training academy. Master artist Angela Tatiana Moreno greeted me and talked me through how this newer technique differs from the standard Elleebana lift, which I’ve tried before.

After cleansing my lashes, she assessed their condition and growth pattern, pointing out that my fine hairs and slightly uneven growth (thanks to lash serum use) would benefit from the more controlled approach this method offers.

She began by applying a flat lifting shield, explaining that this step is key to stretching the lashes directly from the root to create that signature “Korean lift” effect. She mixed the lifting lotion with a powder to adjust the texture, allowing her to position the lashes more precisely.

Once the initial lift was set, Moreno switched to a rod to refine the final shape, tailoring the curl to suit my eye shape and preference for a dramatic result. Having treated me before, she referred back to her notes, choosing to position the second shield with its flatter part in the outer corner to lift my stubborn straight outer lashes.

After setting, she applied a tint to enhance the overall definition. Throughout, she explained each step in a way that made it clear this is a more technique-driven treatment – less about speed and more about control.

The verdict: The end result was noticeably more lifted from the root than any previous lash lift I’ve had, with a clean separation that made my lashes look longer without adding volume artificially, but the biggest difference was how long it lasted. Six weeks on and the lift, while significantly relaxed, is still very noticeable. Moreno warned me that due to the curl being right at the root, it could grow out with a kink in it but this has been easy to blend in as it grows out.

Business benefits: This advanced technique gives experienced therapists more flexibility and control, particularly for clients who haven’t achieved ideal results with traditional lifts. With results lasting up to eight weeks, it’s an easy upgrade to help salons differentiate their lash offering.

Tried by Eve Oxberry

Elleebana recommends charging from £50 for the 60-minute treatment elleebana.com / beautyrules.co.uk

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Tried & tested: Beautylab Microneedling

The lowdown: Manufactured at the brand’s London headquarters and distributed by Gerrard International, Beautylab's microneedling system combines adjustable pen technology with targeted serums and post-care.

The experience: I visited Gerrard International’s offices in Borehamwood to try the treatment with the company’s head of education, Kirsten Desai. After consultation and skin analysis, Desai opted for a gentle approach using the 24-pin cartridge at 0.5mm depth to see how my skin would respond.

Desai first cleansed my skin and wiped it with saline-soaked gauze, before applying the 4D Hyaluronic Acid + B5 Serum to provide slip and hydration during the treatment. The microneedling itself was far more comfortable than many people expect. I could feel a mild prickling sensation across most areas, with the forehead feeling a little more intense, but it was manageable throughout. Desai worked across the face before moving onto the jawline, neck and décolleté, reapplying the serum between sections.

She then focused on stamping a few targeted areas of pigmentation before applying the Rapid Recovery Bio-Cellulose Sheet Mask. Desai finished by talking me through aftercare and provided the BeautyLab Aftercare Duo Set. She explained the importance of keeping the skin hydrated, avoiding active skincare, heat treatments and sun exposure.

The verdict: Immediately afterwards my skin looked flushed but that reduced significantly within a few hours thanks to the calming mask and hydrating serum. Over the following days my complexion looked noticeably smoother, brighter and more even, with a healthy glow. What stood out most was how tailored and controlled the treatment felt; Desai’s cautious approach was reassuring and demonstrated the importance of practitioner expertise when performing advanced skin treatments.

Business benefits: Microneedling continues to be one of the most in-demand advanced facial treatments. Beautylab’s flexible system allows practitioners to tailor treatments using different needle depths and cartridge types, while the addition of nanoneedling offers a gentler maintenance option suitable even for sensitive areas such as around the eyes and lips.

Tried by Ellen Cummings

Gerrard International recommends charging from £100-£200 for a microneedling treatment. gerrardinternational.com / beautylab.co.uk

Tried & tested: Apeer Pro facial treatment

The lowdown: Developed by Danish dermatological specialists and distributed by Aspire Skin in the UK, Apeer Beauty takes a personalised approach to skin health. The brand’s new Apeer Pro treatment is a bespoke facial protocol designed for clinics, spas and luxury hotels.

The experience: As someone with combination skin that is prone to dehydration and post-breakout redness, I was intrigued to try the Apeer Pro facial with nurse Nicola Liberos at Helene Therapeutics, a regenerative and longevity clinic in Mayfair. Before the treatment, I used Apeer’s AI skin scanner on my phone, which estimated my skin age at 25 – a result I was more than happy with ahead of turning 30 this year – while also correctly identifying dehydration and lingering redness as my key concerns.

Liberos started the facial with Apeer’s Micellar Water, followed by Cleansing Foam to remove any remaining impurities. Next came the Peeling Mask, formulated with niacinamide and lactic acid to gently exfoliate and refine texture.

The standout moment of the treatment was the facial massage. Liberos blended the Nourishing Body Oil with the Hydrating Serum and Calming Serum before working the products into the skin with slow, sculpting massage movements. She then removed the residue and applied the Hydrating Mask and used cooling globes over the top, which felt calming and helped reduce visible redness almost immediately. Liberos left the mask on for five minutes to maximise hydration before finishing with the Calming Serum, Hydrating Serum and Redness Cream.

The verdict: My skin looked fresher, calmer and noticeably more hydrated, with the redness around recent breakouts reduced. What impressed me most was that the results continued over the following days – my skin stayed clearer, less stressed and had a healthy glow that didn’t disappear by the next morning. The treatment struck a nice balance between clinical and luxurious, making it ideal for clients who want visible skin results without downtime.

Business benefits: The customisable nature of the Apeer Pro treatment makes it easy for therapists to adapt the treatment to a wide range of skin concerns. The addition of Apeer’s AI skin scanner also offers an engaging consultation tool that can help track progress and encourage retail sales through a more personalised skincare journey.

Tried by Ellen Cummings

Aspire Skin recommends charging from £75, depending on location; Nicola Liberos charges £200. aspireskin.co.uk / apeerbeauty.com