11 glow-giving treatments that'll earn you tons of compliments at CNY gatherings

Price & Duration: $280/ 90 minutes

Where: Epion Aesthetics, 145 Tanglin Road, Tudor Court, #02-02 Singapore 247931

You’ll love it because… It’s not a facial full of harsh chemicals and unusual tech gizmos. In fact, this is quite the opposite. It’s a sensory experience that soothes, tones and relaxes the facial muscles using an ergonomic gua sha tool. Aside from the deep and divine massage strokes, a clarifying peel, solid dose of hyaluronic acid and pampering 24k mask will help to dial up the glow on your newly sculpted face.

IDS Snow White Lyte

2/11

Price & Duration: $750/15 minutes

Where: IDS Clinic, 360 Orchard Rd, #02-02 International Building, Singapore 238869

You’ll love it because… At the heart of Snow White Lyte is a broadband light therapy that tackles a multitude of skin concerns such as hyperpigmentation, vascular lesions and acne. On top of that, this all-rounder treatment also combines two popular techniques – dual flash light and thermoelectric cooling – in a single treatment.

Dior Prestige Grand Facial Treatment

3/11

Price & Duration: 
$300 / 90 minutes
$350 / 120 minutes

Where: Dior Prestige La Suite, #B2-48, Ion Orchard, tel: 6634-6686

You'll love it because... It harnesses the regenerating prowess of Dior’s iconic Rose de Granville extract that’s tailored for the most delicate of skins. You’ll leave with a smooth, supple and radiant complexion that will be the envy of all your friends. The 120-minute option also comes with an added back massage for an elevated pampering session.

Price & Duration: $280 / 60 minutes

Where: Tangs at Tang Plaza, tel: 9112-4976

You'll love it because... The key here is in the use of plant stem cells via Chantecaille’s iconic Bio Lifting collection to tone, plump and lift the skin. The botanical-rich, vegan-friendly formulas are also gentle on even the most sensitive of skins.

Price & Duration: $270 / 75 minutes

Where: Clarins Skin Spa, #04-19, Ion Orchard, tel: 6838-5060

You'll love it because... This promises to reduce the appearance of a double chin to help achieve the much-desired V-shaped face. Using exclusive facial massage techniques, this treatment will help redefine your facial contours, lifting and firming skin for a more youthful-looking you.

Chanel The Sublime Treatment

6/11

Price & Duration: $385 / 90 minutes

Where: Chanel Prive, #B2-47, Ion Orchard, tel: 6603-1468

You'll love it because... It’s the ultimate treatment when it comes to intensely revitalising the skin while reducing the signs of ageing at the same time. The secret lies in the use of Eastern and Western massage techniques to enhance the absorption of the brand’s luxurious Sublimage range.

Price & Duration: $480 / 90 minutes

Where: Sulwhasoo Boutique, #01-72/73 Capitol Singapore, tel: 6844-9766

You'll love it because... This intensive and luxurious facial uses Sulwhasoo’s premium Timetreasure Honorstige line that’s rich in Korean ginseng, together with an obsidian applicator to help restore a youthful glow. It works to reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and sagging while nourishing the skin and fortifying it against external stressors.

Price: $200 / 60 minutes

Where: Cle de Peau Beaute, #01-09 Mandarin Gallery, tel: 9771-4467

You'll love it because... Need to look good fast? This indulgent facial treatment uses Cle de Peau Beaute’s premium anti-ageing range to firm, lift and combat the signs of ageing. Say goodbye to dull, lacklustre skin, and hello to a toned and radiant complexion.

Margy's Monte Carlo Age Reversal Illuminating Facial

9/11

Price: $680 / 120 minutes

Where: Auriga Spa, Capella Singapore, tel: 6591-5075

You'll love it because... Auriga Spa is the first in Singapore to offer revered Swiss facialist Margie Lombard’s signature Margy’s Monte Carlo treatments. This facial uses a blend of biotechnology and plant extracts such as Swiss apple stem cell to boost skin’s elasticity. The result: smooth, supple skin.

Price: $380 / 90 minutes

Where: Whoo Spa, L1-31 The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, tel: 6688-7084

You'll love it because... This anti-ageing facial harnesses the healing properties of 74 traditional Korean herbs and botanicals, and employs a combination of pressure point, gua sha and Korean massage techniques to boost skin’s microcirculation and vitality.

 

Spa Esprit Gua Sha Facial

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11/11

Price: $330 / 90mins

Where: Available at all Spa Esprit’s outlets

You'll love it because... A relaxing treatment that will leave you feeling detoxed and lifted, Spa Esprit’s new Gua Sha Facial kicks it up a notch by combining new-age sound cleansing and aromatherapy, providing a holistic take on this century-old therapy. Unlike typical gua sha facials that will leave you feeling red and bruised, Spa Esprit’s highly trained facial therapists execute precise strokes that will tighten and clarify the skin for a smoother and brighter complexion with zero downtime.