Spring Beauty: Where to get this seasons top 5 facials
Feeling a little worse for wear or just fancy a pampering pick-me-up? Check out our roundup of the top 5 facials that will have you looking refreshed and recharge, just in time for Summer.
Renew, Refresh, Recharge at The Ritz-Carlton Spa
Located on the 116th floor with breathtaking views across the harbour, The Ritz-Carlton Spa, launches a seasonal 90-minute seasonal 90-minute Renew, Refresh, Recharge Facial. Thanks to its pioneering formulas of the much-coveted 111SKIN Cryo line and expertly tailored facial techniques (developed by London-based plastic surgeon, Dr Yannis Alexandrides); this relaxing experience will leave your skin looking beautifully clean and visibly radiant. The only thing left to do is book, but be quick as the mother-of-all facials is only available until 30 April, 2018.
Price: HK$2,080 on Monday – Thursday, HK$2,280 on Friday – Sunday and public holidays.
The Ritz-Carlton Spa, The Ritz-Carlton Hong Kong, International Commerce Centre, 1 Austin Road West, Kowloon, (852) 2263 2040, www.ritzcarlton.com
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Optimal Skin at The Mandarin Spa
As part of The Mandarin Spa’s Advanced Skin Care facials series, the Optimal Skin treatment has been created to tackle a wide range of issues including adult breakouts and premature aging. Combining non-invasive peeling and sensation-free electrical technology alongside active vitamins, peptides and anti-oxidants, this 90-minute facial promises nothing but fast results.
Price: HK $2,200 on weekdays, HK$2,500 on weekends and public holidays
The Mandarin Spa, Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong, 5 Connaught Road Central, (852) 2825 4888, www.mandarinoriental.com
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Julisis Biorhythm Facial at the Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong
Combining skincare with holistic healing this facial is designed to match your natural biorhythm. Start your treatment with a seated meditation to calm the mind followed by a thorough face, neck, head and jaw massage to release tension in your face. Using a personalised combination from the Julisis skin care line – comprised of cell nutrition from bio-dynamic herbs as well as liquid silver and gold essence – your face will be cleansed masked and moisturised. Aimed at aligning your mind and body with the rhythm of nature, you are sure to leave this treatment feeling energetic with a super glow.
Price (based on duration): From HK$1,750 – HK$3,500 on Monday – Thursday and HK$2,000 – HK$3,780 on Friday – Sunday
The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong, 8 Finance Street, Central, (852) 3196 8888, www.fourseasons.com
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90 Never Looked So Good at The Peninsula Spa
To celebrate nine decades of excellence, The Peninsula Hong Kong has put together a series of exclusive packages and therapies to satisfy beauty splurges. Indulge in the sumptuous series of seven Margy’s Super-Lift Haute Couture facials for revolutionary results. Pampering doesn’t get any more luxurious than this, so be sure to book your treatments in before the offer expires on 31 May, 2018.
Price: HK$19,000
The Peninsula Spa, The Peninsula Hong Kong, Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, (852) 2696 6682, www.peninsula.com
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Chuan Yu at Chuan Spa
For those looking to incorporate methods from ancient Chinese medicine, this signature facial will tick all the boxes. Using the ancient Gua Sha technique, this treatment uses jade, known as a healing stone, to nurture, heal and restore the skin. By scraping the stone on important meridian points, it the flow of blood circulation will be increased and therefore helping to create that refreshing glow.
Recommended for normal and combination skin types, this treatment is best avoided if you suffer from acne or have sensitive skin.
Price: HK$1,250
Chuan Spa, Cordis Hong Kong Langham Place, 555 Shanghai Street, Mong Kok, (852) 3552 3510, www.chuanspa.com.hk
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