Let’s be honest — most of us want to keep our skin glowing all year round, not just in winter. But when the sun comes out (and especially if you’ve got a holiday planned), it can feel confusing to know what’s safe and what might do more harm than good. Do you skip the skin treatments altogether? Or are there options that still work beautifully, even in summer?

At Mesglo Aesthetic Clinic London, we get this question all the time: “Can I still have treatment if I’m going away or in the sun a lot?” The answer? Yes — with the right approach.

Here’s your easy, expert-approved guide to understanding sun-safe skin treatments: what to put on pause, what to keep in your routine, and what to absolutely avoid if your skin’s about to meet more sunlight.

☀️ Why Sun Safety Matters for Skin Treatments

When you have aesthetic treatments, even non-invasive ones, your skin can become more sensitive for a few days or weeks after. That’s especially true for procedures that:

- Exfoliate or resurface the skin

- Trigger collagen production through inflammation

- Thin or temporarily disrupt the skin barrier

Pair those effects with UV exposure, and you’ve got a higher risk of:

- Pigmentation or uneven skin tone

- Redness or irritation

- Slower healing or inflammation

But that doesn’t mean you have to cancel everything. It’s about choosing smart, sun-compatible treatments.

❌ What to Avoid in High-Sun Months

Here are treatments we usually recommend pausing or rescheduling if you’ve got strong sun exposure coming up:

Chemical Peels (Medium to Deep)

These can leave your skin more vulnerable to UV for weeks. Strong acids like TCA or glycolic penetrate deep and need sun avoidance to prevent pigmentation.

Laser Resurfacing (e.g. CO2, Er:YAG)

Any heat-based or ablative laser can lead to post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation if you're exposed to UV.

Microneedling (Intensive)

While microneedling is generally safe, deep sessions can leave microchannels that increase sun sensitivity. https://mesglolondon.co.uk/?p=3977