December arrives quickly at Cannelle Skin Clinic, and with it comes one of the busiest and most exciting periods of the year. As Christmas parties, office celebrations and family gatherings fill the calendar, many of our patients want to look well rested, naturally lifted and beautifully radiant in time for the big day. To help you plan your approach, Dr Mattia has curated his Top Treatments Before Christmas. Each one has been chosen for its ability to deliver visible, confidence boosting results with minimal downtime.
Whether you are hoping for brighter eyes, smoother skin, hydrated lips or a firmer complexion, these treatments work in harmony to rejuvenate your skin throughout December and ensure you feel your very best during the festive season.
As temperatures drop and central heating becomes unavoidable, the skin often begins to feel tight, lacklustre and dull. Winter has a way of highlighting dehydration, and this is exactly why Profhilo is one of Dr Mattia’s go to treatments in the first weeks of December.
Profhilo is a deeply hydrating injectable treatment made from pure hyaluronic acid. It does not alter shape or structure. Instead, it acts like an internal moisturising system that spreads beneath the skin to improve elasticity, firmness and radiance. Over the following days, the skin begins to look smoother, plumper and more even in tone.
For patients who want a refreshed look but prefer something subtle, Profhilo provides the perfect pre Christmas boost. There is virtually no downtime, and results continue to improve through mid December, giving the complexion a healthy, naturally luminous quality that feels effortless.
The early part of December is also the ideal window for anti wrinkle injections. Treatments such as Botox work by softening expression lines and preventing the repeated muscle movement that causes creases across the forehead, between the brows and around the eyes.
Results begin to settle within three to five days and reach their peak at around two weeks. By scheduling treatment in the first half of December, your skin has time to smooth and relax ahead of Christmas celebrations. This treatment remains one of the fastest and most reliable ways to achieve a rested appearance without looking over treated.
Many of our patients choose anti wrinkle injections because of their simplicity. There is no interruption to daily life, the appointment itself is quick, and the results are refined and graceful. For anyone who wants clean, polished looking skin for festive photos or events, this is an excellent choice
The winter months are famously unforgiving on the lips. Cold air, wind and indoor heating all contribute to dryness, loss of definition and a general flattening of the lip contour. This is why many patients choose to have soft, subtle lip filler in early to mid December.
Using premium hyaluronic acid fillers, Dr Mattia restores hydration within the lip tissue while gently enhancing shape and border definition. The focus is always on natural harmony. Lips should look healthy, smooth and hydrated rather than inflated. Even a small amount of product can refresh the entire face, helping lipstick sit more evenly throughout party season and giving the lips a youthful, supple appearance.
If you want to feel more confident in close up photos or simply enjoy a smoother finish to your makeup, subtle lip enhancement provides the perfect festive touch.
Dark circles and under eye fatigue often worsen during the winter months due to reduced daylight, increased stress and general tiredness. Polynucleotides have become one of Dr Mattia’s preferred pre Christmas under eye treatments because they address several concerns at once.
Derived from purified DNA fragments, which has also been framed ‘Salmon Sperm’, polynucleotides help repair the layers of the skin, improve hydration, brighten pigmentation and restore elasticity. They are particularly effective for patients who struggle with hollowness, creasing or dullness beneath the eyes. With very little downtime and progressive improvement over the following weeks, this treatment is ideally placed at the start of December.
By Christmas, the under eye area looks fresher, more uniform and noticeably brighter. For many patients, this lightening of the eyes is enough to make the entire face look more energised.
For patients seeking more lift and structure ahead of the festive season, Morpheus8 is the treatment of choice. This highly advanced technology combines microneedling with radiofrequency energy to stimulate collagen deep within the skin.
Morpheus8 helps tighten laxity, redefine jawline contour and refine uneven skin texture. Because the skin continues to improve over several weeks, early December is the perfect time to begin. By Christmas and into the New Year, the treated areas appear firmer, smoother and more sculpted.
This treatment also integrates seamlessly with a broader skin rejuvenation plan. Combining Morpheus8 with ZO Skin Health routines, polynucleotides or light resurfacing facials can further enhance tone and overall radiance.
While collagen stimulating and injectable treatments belong at the beginning of December, Hydrafacial is the treatment to book just days before your event or celebration. It is the final step in out treatment recommendations.
Hydrafacial is a multi stage facial that cleanses, exfoliates, extracts impurities and infuses the skin with deeply hydrating serums. The result is instant glow without downtime. Skin looks polished, dewy and refreshed, and makeup sits beautifully afterwards. For patients wanting camera ready radiance for Christmas parties or family photographs, Hydrafacial remains unmatched.
Early December (as soon as possible):
Mid to Late December:
This combination approach ensures your skin is hydrated, smooth, lifted and luminous at exactly the right time.
Booking your December treatments early is strongly recommended, as pre Christmas appointments fill quickly each year. To reserve your consultation with Dr Mattia, you can contact the clinic directly through WhatsApp, Phone, email or request a call back via our website form.
Cannelle Skin Clinic is located in the heart of Oxford, offering a calm and discreet setting for advanced skin and aesthetic treatments. We are easily accessible from Oxford city centre and surrounding areas including Summertown, Headington, Abingdon and Bicester. If you are arriving by car, nearby parking options make your visit simple. Oxford train station is also within easy reach, offering direct transport links for patients travelling from London or further afield.
Full directions, parking details and local transport guidance can be found on our contact page, helping you navigate directly to the clinic with ease.
Whether you are preparing for festive events or simply want to feel more rested and confident during the Christmas season, Dr Mattia’s top treatments provide a thoughtful and effective way to rejuvenate your skin. Each option offers natural looking improvement with minimal downtime, allowing you to enjoy the holidays feeling comfortable, radiant and refreshed.
To arrange your December visit, get in touch with our team today. We look forward to welcoming you to Cannelle and helping you achieve your best skin for the season ahead.
Injectable treatments such as Profhilo, anti wrinkle injections, lip fillers and polynucleotides all take a few days to settle and reveal their full effect. Early December allows enough time for the results to develop gradually, leaving your skin smooth, hydrated and refreshed by Christmas week.
Most patients begin to notice improved hydration and softness within a few days. The full glow and elasticity boost usually appear by the second week, which is why Profhilo works so well when done at the start of December.
There is no real downtime. You can return to your normal routine immediately. Mild redness at the injection points fades quickly. The smoothing effect appears over 3 to 14 days, giving beautifully natural results by Christmas.
Yes. Dr Mattia specialises in creating natural enhancement rather than volume heavy results. A small amount of premium hyaluronic acid filler can hydrate the lips, gently improve definition and restore shape without looking overdone.
Polynucleotides brighten dark circles, improve fine lines, reduce crepey texture and support tissue repair. They help restore a fresher, more awake look, especially during winter when tiredness can show more easily.
The skin begins to feel firmer within a couple of weeks, with continued improvement for several months as new collagen forms. Starting Morpheus8 in early December means you will see benefits for Christmas and continued tightening into the New Year.
No. Hydrafacial is completely non invasive and provides instant radiance. Makeup sits beautifully afterwards, making it the ideal treatment for parties or Christmas gatherings.
Yes. Many patients follow a December plan that includes injectables at the start of the month and Hydrafacial closer to Christmas. Dr Mattia will advise on the safest and most effective sequence for your skin.
You can book by phone, via our online enquiry form or by contacting the clinic directly through our website. December appointments fill quickly, so early booking is encouraged.
Dr Mattia is an experienced aesthetic doctor with a background in Trauma, Intensive Care, and Plastic Surgery. His approach focuses on regenerative and anti-ageing medicine, using science-led techniques to support the skin’s natural repair systems and deliver refined, natural results.
At Cannelle Skin Clinic, your care is guided by a highly skilled medical and aesthetic team. Under the leadership of Dr Mattia Parducci, our Medical Director and Aesthetic Doctor, every treatment is built on clinical expertise and a commitment to natural, confident results. Supporting him is our Clinic Manager and Senior Therapist, Lauren Mariani, who leads our team of expert therapists. Together, they bring advanced knowledge, precision, and a genuinely warm approach to every patient journey.
Cannelle Skin Clinic is easy to reach from Oxford and the surrounding areas. We are located in Summertown, just 10 to 15 minutes from Oxford city centre. Oxford Station and Oxford Parkway are both around 10 to 12 minutes by taxi, with frequent buses running along Banbury Road that stop a short walk from the clinic. If you are driving, there is convenient on-site and nearby street parking, with additional short-stay options available around Summertown.
Nearby landmarks include Summertown shops, St Edward’s School, Oxford High School, Wolfson College and Cutteslowe Park. If you have any questions or concerns please reach out to our helpful team by WhatsApp, Phone, Email or request a call back.
