If you believe in the healing power of touch, these massage-heavy facials are worth every minute. Going beyond surface-level skincare, they combine targeted manual techniques with potent products to lift, sculpt, and de-stress — delivering results you can see and feel. Whether you’re chasing radiance, hydration or a youthful glow, these hands-only treatments offer the kind of therapeutic indulgence machines simply can’t replicate.
Service Precious Treatment, from $380 for 90 minutes
Where Clarins Skin Spa, 2 Orchard Turn, ION Orchard #04 - 19, 238801, Tel: 6838-5060
What It pairs the moonlight flower extract-infused Precious skincare line with customised massage techniques to reduce signs of ageing, such as wrinkles, dullness, and facial micro-tension.
“Made my complexion look refreshed, revitalised, and undeniably glowy.” — Vanessa C., Her World contributor
Service The Phyto-Aromatic Intensive Sisleya La Cure Facial, $500 for 90 minutes
Where Sisley flagship boutique, #L1-35 The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, Tel: 6688-7087; Sisley counters, Level 1 Takashimaya Department Store, Tel: 6734-8909; Level 2 Metro Paragon, Tel: 6884-417
What Using Sisley’s Sisleya La Cure skincare alongside an anti-ageing sculpting massage, this rejuvenating facial deeply stimulates the tissues and muscles of the face, enhancing your facial features and redefining your contours.
“My skin looked radiant and felt supple. Plus, the revitalising massage was superb too.” — Cindy S., Her World reader
Service Signature Ginseng Treatment, $330 for 80 minutes
Where Sulwhasoo boutiques, #01-72/73 Capitol Building, Tel: 6844-9766; #B2-02 Orchard ION, Tel: 6509-9979
What Harnessing Sulwhasoo’s cutting-edge ginseng science, it uses the iconic Concentrated Ginseng range to deliver ginseng energy deep into skin. You’ll emerge refreshed and rejuvenated thanks to the potent formulas and advanced massage techniques, which include the use of a horn-shaped jade massager to boost absorption.
“The holistic approach made it feel almost like a spa ritual. It provided deep relaxation for my mental wellbeing while delivering rejuvenating benefits for the skin.” — Jamie L., Her World reader
Service Radiance Booster, $210 for 60 minutes
Where Clarins Skin Spa, 2 Orchard Turn, ION Orchard #04 - 19, 238801, 6838 5060
What Get ready to “wake” skin’s healthy flush thanks to Clarins’ gentle yet effective skincare combined with a variety of pressing, lifting, sweeping and massaging movements.
“My face was visibly lifted, plumped and radiant. Even my eyes looked perkier and younger.” — Ingrid H., Her World reader
Service Luminosity of Ice, from $369 for 60 minutes
Where Valmont Facial Spa, Tangs at Tang Plaza Level 4, Tel: 8180-9488
What Marrying actives from the brand’s Swiss Alpine garden with white mulberry root from Japan and lymphatic draining facial reflexology techniques, this facial works hard to reduce the appearance of imperfections, while boosting your skin’s natural glow.
“My face looked more rested and was glowing, without feeling too greasy. It totally kicked away any signs of tiredness and dullness.” — Hayden N., Her World contributor
Service Le Soin Fascia Sublimage Les Extraits, $500 for 105 minutes
Where Chanel Prive, #B2-47 Orchard ION, Tel; 800-321-1500; #B1-132 The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, Tel: 6645-1970; Level 4 TANGS at Tang Plaza, Tel: 6738-1307
What Using products from the House’s premium Sublimage Les Extraits range, this facial is designed to nourish and repair skin. Even better, it incorporates a deeply relaxing facial fascia massage to release tension, leaving the complexion radiant and revitalised.
“Dry skin looked moisturised, dry under-eyes brightened, and I left feeling rejuvenated.” — Ray T., senior art director
Service The Ultimate S Treatment, $440 for 80 minutes
Where Sulwhasoo boutiques, #01-72/73 Capitol Building, Tel: 6844-9766; #B2-02 Orchard ION, Tel: 6509-9979
What Enriched with ginseng berry SR, the treatment is designed to help define the facial contours by enhancing skin’s elasticity and reduce signs of ageing. This relaxing facial also includes a sensory ritual and various massage techniques to leave you in a state of bliss.
“The super relaxing treatment erased signs of fatigue and puffiness, leaving my skin well-hydrated, soft and glowing.” — Syed Zulfadhli, senior content producer
Service Thalion Intense White, $250 for 60 minutes
Where St. Gregory Spa, Parkroyal Collection Pickering, Tel: 6809-8870
What Address dullness and dark spots with this brightening facial. A patented Pylawhite active, derived from seaweed, works alongside vitamin C to target hyperpigmentation at the cellular level. Plus, enjoy a relaxing experience with soothing neck and back massages.
“Face looked more radiant and supple. A relaxing treat, thanks to the pampering neck and back massages too.” — Ee Peng, senior manager, corporate marketing and communications