Why Cold Plasma Treatment Can Help Your Skin Stay in Shape This Summer

By Julie Lindh, Skin Rejuvenation Expert

Summer can be one of the harshest seasons for your skin. Between increased sun exposure, higher temperatures, and more time outdoors, your skin is vulnerable to dehydration, breakouts, and premature aging. But what if there was a way to give your skin a boost without needles, downtime, or invasive procedures?

Enter Cold Plasma Treatment, an innovative, noninvasive technology that’s becoming a summer skincare essential for anyone who wants to maintain glowing, youthful, and healthy skin naturally.

What Is Cold Plasma?

Cold plasma is not cold in temperature, it's called “cold” because it operates at lower energy levels than thermal plasma (used in treatments like Plasma Fibroblast). Cold plasma uses ionized gas made of energized particles to interact with your skin at a cellular level. This invisible wave of energy stimulates your skin without heat or damage.

The result? Enhanced skin healing, deeper product penetration, and an immediate glow without disrupting the skin barrier.

Why Cold Plasma Is Perfect for Summer

Summer skin needs hydration, barrier protection, and inflammation control—cold plasma does all three and more.

Here’s how:

1. Reduces Redness and Inflammation

Whether it’s heat rash, sun exposure, or irritation from SPF products, summer can leave skin inflamed. Cold plasma has an antimicrobial and calming effect, helping to soothe the skin and minimize redness, irritation, or post-sun sensitivity.

2. Balances Oil Production

Hot weather often means overactive sebaceous glands. Cold plasma helps regulate oil production, reducing breakouts and keeping skin clear without drying it out.

3. Boosts Oxygenation and Circulation

Cold plasma increases oxygenation in the skin, which is essential for keeping your cells energized and your complexion radiant. This makes it ideal before summer events or vacations when you want your skin to look fresh and awake.

4. Strengthens the Skin Barrier

Think of cold plasma as a barrier booster. It stimulates your skin’s own regenerative response while allowing better absorption of antioxidants and serums. This strengthens your skin’s defense against UV, pollution, and sweat-induced buildup.

5. Gentle Yet Powerful

Unlike some laser or RF treatments that can be too aggressive in summer, cold plasma is safe for all skin tones and types, even after sun exposure. It’s a treatment you can keep doing all summer long.

What Cold Plasma Treats

Cold plasma can benefit a variety of summer skin concerns:

• Uneven skin tone from sun exposure

• Maskne or breakout-prone skin from heat and sweating

• Dehydrated, dull-looking skin

• Mild rosacea or inflammation

• Pre-event skin prep for glowing skin

• Accelerated recovery post-treatment or peel

It’s also a great add-on after microneedling, enzyme peels, or any facial where you want deeper product infusion without irritation.

What a Cold Plasma Session Feels Like

I explain it to clients simply: cold plasma feels like thunder and lightning on the skin. It creates tiny sparks on the surface to trigger a deeper skin reaction, energizing the cells without heat or needles.

Most clients describe it as a light tingling sensation or static-like energy moving across the face. It’s quick and noninvasive, and depending on your skin's condition or the settings used, you might notice a bit of warmth or mild redness afterward, which typically fades quickly.

I often include cold plasma at a low setting in many of my treatments to enhance results. But if you're coming in specifically for a cold plasma session, we layer it from low to high to maximize skin regeneration, clarity, and glow, and it is customized to your skin's needs.

How Often Should You Get Cold Plasma?

Every other week is ideal for summer skin maintenance, especially if you’re dealing with sun damage, breakouts, or want to keep your skin in optimal condition. It’s also perfect before weddings, events, or travel days when your skin needs to look its absolute best without the risk of post-treatment reactions.

The Results You Can Expect

Here’s what you may notice after regular sessions:

✅ Less redness and inflammation
✅ Clearer pores and fewer breakouts
✅ More balanced oil levels
✅ Brighter, more even skin tone
✅ Smoother, firmer skin texture
✅ Deeper hydration with better product absorption

Why I Recommend Cold Plasma This Summer

As someone who’s worked in skincare for over 20 years, I’ve seen how summer can age the skin faster than almost any other season. Between UV, sweat, and dehydration, losing your glow is easy. Cold plasma is one of the most underrated treatments because it works with your skin, not against it.

It’s safe, effective, and completely non-invasive. Cold plasma helps keep your skin calm, clear, and firm without interrupting your summer plans, whether you're just starting your skin journey or maintaining post-treatment results.

Ready to Try It?

Cold Plasma is your secret weapon if you’re looking for a summer-safe, skin-supporting treatment.

Book a personalized facial or skin analysis and I’ll help you design the best routine for your summer skin goals. 

Ageless skin begins here. Let’s keep your glow going all summer long.