There are luxurious facials and then there are La Prairie facials. From beginning to end, you’re treated like royalty. You know you’re in for a pampering time as you settle onto the heated treatment bed—a thoughtful detail that we appreciate. 

A treat of elegance and efficacy combined, this facial promotes an even skin tone by helping to prevent discolouration and illuminating the skin. With the added benefit of the Golden Caviar extracts, the skin is firmer and more hydrated, providing a more illuminated, smoother skin that enhances the complexion. By the end of this luxurious and calming facial, you’d almost forget that you’re still somewhere within a bustling shopping mall.

Available exclusively at La Prairie Ion Orchard. For appointments, call 6235 2042.

Since Sulwhasoo entered the Singapore market, true fans have learned how popular its facials have become. It’s not easy to secure an appointment but once you do get one, you will understand the appreciation.

While there are several different facials to choose from, try the Timetreasure Honorstige Treatment for an invigorating session to treat the senses and rejuvenate the skin. This anti-ageing treatment is Sulwhasoo's most luxurious facial available and a facialist will use a specially curated combination of the luxurious Timetreasure Honorstige line and Korean ginseng, to fortify the skin against stress factors that contribute to skin ageing. You will get to choose from one of four energising scents at the beginning of the session; this is then applied to a dry cloth to massage the meridian points. Traditional applicators that carry natural energy are also used during the facial to enhance the efficacy of treatment.

For deeply nourishing and hydrating facials, make a pit stop at Freia Aesthetics. The facial spa at Wisma Atria Office Tower offers a wide range of facials including the highly popular Future Afterglow Facial. This treatment includes a three-step deep cleanse that begins with makeup removal and is followed by a thorough cleanse, using Israeli beauty brand Future Cosmetics' signature Flash 10 Botanical Deep Cleanser.

After using a gentle peel (to stabilise unbalanced skin, normalise skin's acidity as well as boost skin's moisture level) and depending on your skin condition, your facialist will also combine the Future Soft Treatment Gel with a suitable Future Beauty Drops (a multi-tasking cult favourite that deserves a spot on your vanity) that will then be applied to the skin using an ultrasound device.

Also included in this facial is an acupoint massage and a customised French green clay-based mask to amp up the skin's hydration level. If your skin is in need of a thirst-quenching treatment, this is it. 

If you’re having a lousy day, a facial at Aesop could easily transform your day and uplift your mood. And it begins from the moment your facial therapist conducts a consultation with you to understand your skin’s needs. Each treatment is customised to provide ample care for every individual's skin type.

Facials here offer a series of unique treatments to balance, stimulate and nourish the skin through touch. During each appointment, an Aesop-trained facial therapist will also do a facial massage while applying customised Aesop formulations to the skin. Choose from six different types of treatments depending on your skin concerns and prep yourself (and your skin) for both a rewarding and relaxing experience. The Lactic Acid and Sodium Lactate treatment is perfect for those who want a gentle and efficient treatment that activates surface cell renewal, which leads to smoother, clearer, brighter skin. It is also particularly suited to those over 30 years of age.

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Pamper your skin with a nourishing facial experience at a luxury destination such as Raffles Spa. There may not be a variety of options when it comes to facials here but rest assured that you will walk out with a glow as the spa exclusively uses Mikimoto products only. The ultra-luxe Japanese brand uses original pearl ingredients and pure water from Miyagawa, one of the cleanest rivers in Japan, to create its products.

Pick the Nourishing Facial, a relaxing experience using the dual-effect of premium pearl ingredients that help to retain moisture while protecting against moisture loss in order to achieve radiant and supple skin. You can also choose to enhance the facial by adding on an eye concentrate treatment, restorative neck and decolette treatment or even a nourishing hand and feet therapy.

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The popularity of Gua Sha rollers has remained strong among beauty junkies over the years, so it made sense for Spa Esprit to release a specialised Gua Sha Facial. The 90-minute facial combines new-age sound cleansing and aromatherapy, providing a holistic take on this century-old therapy. The Gua Sha Facial starts with a TingSha bell ritual, with clear ringing tones dispelling any negative thoughts and energy. After which, a hot herbal towel compress, featuring nine different herbs, is applied on the face, to help release any tension within the body. The herbs are rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties to heal and give extra nourishment to the skin.

But fret not about leaving the treatment room with unsightly redness all over the face as Spa Esprit’s facial therapists use precise strokes that will tighten and clarify the skin for a smoother and brighter complexion with zero downtime. These strokes help with reducing puffiness, softening wrinkles as well as lymphatic drainage. Those who struggle with dark circles will find this facial useful for them as Gua Sha improves blood circulation.

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