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When skin gets weary and stop reacting positively to your existing skincare products, book a facial. Facial treatments done by certified facialists can stimulate healthy skin functions so get instant skin radiance with one of these Simply Her-approved facials!
Best Organic Deep-cleansing Facial
Detox & Decongest Facial ($160 for a 75min session)
Pure Tincture, #B1-10 The Adelphi, tel: 6337-6411.
Suitable for those with eczema, psoriasis, congested skin or acne, the treatment uses organic Pai Skincare to purify skin, and leave it firm and radiant. Even without manual extraction, it cleared out impurities and blackheads from our tester’s skin, sans irritation. There’s also a relaxing lymphatic drainage massage during the session.
Best Calming Facial
Sukispa Soothing Cosmeceutical Facial ($130 for a 75min session)
Pure Tincture, #B1-10 The Adelphi, tel: 6337-6411.
Good for sensitised oily- combination skin, this hands-only facial leaves skin radiant, clearer and blackhead-free. Our tester was impressed that even the corners of her nose, where clogs tend to form, were clear, and was surprised that her skin wasn’t blotchy or inflamed even though a manual extraction was done. There is also an optional organic peel to help exfoliate skin.
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Opulence Facial ($294++ for a 60min session)
Damai Spa, Level 5 Grand Hyatt Singapore, tel: 6416-7156.
Soak up the relaxing ambience as you step into the spacious treatment room. There’s even an in-room wall fountain and a walk-in dressing area, complete with a toilet and shower. The treatment uses oxygen therapy to deliver skincare deep into the skin to improve radiance and even out the complexion. Our tester found the treatment comfortable and loved the ergonomic treatment bed. Although there was no extraction, she had visibly fewer blackheads.
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Keithz Laserwhite Swiss Cress Whitening Program ($408 for a 60min session)
Epi Treatz, #03-16/17/18 Orchard Central, tel: 6884-5977. Full list of outlets at www.epitreatz.com.
The facial zaps a dull complexion, and gets your skin looking clearer, firmer and more radiant. Although no extractions were done, our tester’s blackheads were completely cleared. She especially liked the ultra-comfy terry cloth tube she was given to wear.
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The Ultimate All-in-one Facial
Elemis Visible Brilliance Facial ($290 for a 90min session)
St Gregory Spa, Level 4 Pan Pacific Orchard, 10 Claymore Road, tel: 6831-6797.
The anti-ageing facial also nourishes the eye area, which the therapist gently massages to improve lymphatic drainage, and reduce puffiness and the look of fine lines. On the face, a deep massage boosts lymphatic drainage and circulation, giving a lifting effect. It’s topped off with a mask that leaves skin superbly hydrated and supple. Our tester loved how pampering the session was, especially with the scalp, hand and arm massages.
Best Customised Hydrating Facial
Elemis Skin Specific Facial ($150 for a 75min session)
St Gregory Spa, Level 4 Parkroyal on Beach Road, tel: 6505-5755.
With products chosen for your skin needs, this moisturising treatment will leave your face blackhead- free, moisturised, firmer and more radiant. Our tester said she felt super-pampered as the therapist massaged her skin while cleansing and applying skincare.
Best Customised Hydrating Facial
Elemis Skin Specific Facial ($150 for a 75min session)
St Gregory Spa, Level 4 Parkroyal on Beach Road, tel: 6505-5755.
With products chosen for your skin needs, this moisturising treatment will leave your face blackhead- free, moisturised, firmer and more radiant. Our tester said she felt super-pampered as the therapist massaged her skin while cleansing and applying skincare.
Skin Renewal Facial ($180 for a 75min session)
Amarin Spa, Level 5 Marina Mandarin Singapore, 6 Raffles Boulevard, tel: 6845-1161.
Perfect for dull complexions, the facial combines a cream-based exfoliating scrub and a peeling gel mask to get rid of debris and dead skin cells, and decongest pores – all without irritating skin. Our tester said it left her face well hydrated, and gave her skin an advertisement-worthy glow.
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Cooling Jade Facial ($270 for a 90min session) Remede Spa, The St Regis Singapore, 29 Tanglin Road, tel: 6506-6896.
Skin is deeply purified with an oxygen-infused serum and a super- gentle peel. Skincare is massaged in using cool jade stones that help to enhance blood circulation. The facial leaves your skin firm and glowing, and minimises under-eye dark circles. Our tester especially liked the relaxing warm jade stone massage done on the feet, hands and shoulders.
Optimalift A+ Eye Therapy ($128 for a 60min session)
Estetica, tel: 1800-333-9393. Full list of outlets at www.esteticabeauty.com.
After your face is cleansed, a lifting eye serum is manually massaged into the eye area. An anti-wrinkle eye cream is then massaged into skin for 10 minutes, with a vibrating handpiece. After that, an eye-contour mask is left on for 20 minutes. Our tester noticed that the puffiness under her eyes was reduced, and that her eye area looked brighter and felt more moisturised. While the room is basic, it has a special treatment bed that moulds to your body contours so that you end the session feeling less achy.
Age Repair Facial ($288 for a 90min session)
Spa Club at Beach Road, #01-00/#02-00 Fu Yuen Building, 75 Beach Road, tel: 6339-9238.
The facial uses Aromatherapy Associates, a skincare and spa brand known for its sensuous aromatic concoctions. It is deeply hydrating with its use of two anti- ageing masks, and an invigorating face massage helps to lift, plump and firm. Our tester experienced no skin irritation and left the spa with a radiant, more supple complexion.
Best Hydrating Facial
Lisciare Hydrating Facial ($180+ for a 90min session)
Ikeda Spa Prestige, #05-22 The Central, tel: 6222-8080.
Our tester liked how the treatment left her skin hydrated two days after the facial. Aside from the usual cleansing routine, the treatment also features a hot machine that preps the skin for blackhead extraction. You’ll leave deeply relaxed, especially after the scalp, neck and shoulder massages.
Best Organic Hydrating Facial
Maiko Organic Facial ($160+ for a 60min session)
Ikeda Spa, 787 Bukit Timah Road, tel: 6469-8080.
The facial thoroughly cleanses skin, soothes it remarkably, and leaves it looking radiant and plumped up. Our tester noticed that her skin was significantly firmer and smoother – “my pores looked smaller”, she said, and the effects lasted a week. The “very Zen” ambience made the experience even more relaxing.
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Intensive Acne Medic Treatment ($150 for a 60min session)
Glomax Aesthetics – The Face Artistry, #06-168 The Central, tel: 6225-5193.
The facial includes a double cleanse, a manual extraction, an intense pulsed light (IPL) therapy to regulate oil production and kill acne-causing bacteria, and a cooling mask to calm and firm the skin, and minimise enlarged pores. Our tester found the IPL treatment a bit painful but saw that her skin was less oily and had cleared up by the following week.
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The Organic Pharmacy Rose Crystal Lymphatic Facial ($230++ for a 90min session)
Auriga Spa, Capella Singapore, The Knolls, Sentosa, tel: 6377-8888.
Our tester received positive comments about how luminous her skin looked. Aside from a deep-cleansing ritual that includes exfoliation using alpha-hydroxy acids and a purifying seaweed mask, the treatment comprises an acupressure facial massage to improve circulation, a collagen mask to firm up skin, and a relaxing massage on the scalp, arms, hands and feet. The cosy treatment room, along with the extensive spa facilities, completes the pampering experience.
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Onsen Mist Calming Infusion ($169 for a 45min session)
Skin Inc, #B3-43 Ion Orchard, tel: 6222-7428.
Aside from the usual cleanse, scrub and treat steps, the facial soothes skin with mineral-rich onsen water, and uses blue LED light to kill bacteria on the skin. Although no extraction was done, our tester’s skin looked brighter and felt more plumped up.
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Most Luxurious Anti-ageing Facial
Caviar Facial ($280++ for a 90min session)
Chi, The Spa, Shangri-La Hotel Singapore, 22 Orange Grove Road, tel: 6213-4818.
The treatment uses relaxing essential oils and antioxidant-rich, caviar-infused skincare to nourish, protect and deeply hydrate. After the facial, our tester saw a significant difference in skin radiance, firmness and clarity – and she loved how the results lasted at least five days. The great ambience and customer service completed the whole experience: “You are treated like royalty,” she said.
Most Blissful Facial
Ila Rainforest Rejuvenation Facial ($200++ for a 120min session)
Chi, The Spa, Shangri-La Hotel Singapore, 22 Orange Grove Road, tel: 6213-4818.
Our tester declared: “This is one of the most relaxing facials ever.” It starts with a 30-minute body scrub using a Himalayan salt and argan oil blend, which calms you instantly. The 90-minute brightening and hydrating facial then begins, with cleansing and exfoliation. A facial massage follows, before the therapist uses a herbal poultice to massage your skin. Everything is done slowly, so you gradually relax and fall asleep. Your blackheads may not be completely cleared but your skin will feel more hydrated and look clearer.
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Most Effective Anti-ageing Facial
Jet PR3 Facial ($480 for a 60min session)
Jet Concepts, #03-03 Wheelock Place, tel: 6733-7055. Full list of outlets at www.jetconceptskin.com.
Skin is first deeply cleansed with a Jet Stream machine. A water-based anti-ageing serum is then massaged in. The treatment follows with a Jet Dual Ray machine that emits red and infrared light to boost skin functions and promote serum absorption. An acupressure face massage leaves you with a brighter and firmer complexion. Our tester said her jawline looked more pronounced, and her skin felt firmer.
Most Gentle Deep-cleansing Facial
Jet Facial ($150 for a 45min session)
Jet Concepts, #03-03 Wheelock Place, tel: 6733-7055.
A Jet M machine emits saline and oxygen to cleanse, exfoliate, boost lymphatic drainage and even remove blackheads. You may experience some discomfort when the jet handpiece gets close to your eyes and nose. The handpiece doesn’t touch your skin except during extraction. There’s also an acupressure massage to boost circulation and relaxation, and our tester happily announced that her skin was radiant for three days after.