PEEL & RENEW

“Exfoliation is the best way to revive tired skin and to keep it looking brighter,” says dermatologist Dr. Dennis Gross.

BEST ORGANIC FACIAL

JURLIQUE Biodynamic Beauty Facial Treatment, RM330 for one hour and 45 minutes The treatment: A botanical peel leaves skin with renewed texture and clarity. Naturally derived active ingredients instantly diminish signs of ageing as Rosewater Hydrating Mist calms skin. Highlight: Highly moisturising, yet light and non-comedogenic, Jurlique facial oils are a must-try. Ground Floor, 1 Mont Kiara Mall. Tel: 03-6203 7218.

BEST RENEWAL FACIAL

CRES WELLNESS Quantum Detoxilysis Therapy, RM388 for two hours The treatment: Begin with a stimulating head and shoulder massage, and guasa (scraping) to detox. The brightening scrub and Quantum Detoxome capsules clear congested skin before the biological mask is applied. Lastly, vitamin C to firm up and a paraffin mask for blood circulation. Highlight: Hot in Korea, the biological mask contains snail mucin, renowned for its regenerative properties. 46 Jalan USJ 10/1B, Subang Jaya. Tel: 03-5636 5313.

BEST SKIN POLISH

SOTHYS W. Brightening Cosmeceutic Intensive Treatment, RM420 for 105 minutes The treatment: Detoxifying Exfoliating Paste, great for microcirculation, sloughs off dead skin cells before the face is gently steamed, followed by a thorough extraction of blackheads and whiteheads. Highlight: The famed Desquacrem makes it less painful, with Brightening Serum and Oxygenating Mask to restore radiance. UG Floor, Publika Solaris Dutamas. Tel: 03-6207 8801.

BEST EXFOLIATING FACIAL

ENERGY DAY SPA Triple Action Exfoliation, RM398 for one hour and 30 minutes The treatment: After double cleansing, steaming, and delicate extraction, chemical exfoliants are applied. You will feel a slight tingling sensation as the ingredients work their magic, but the soothing head and shoulder massage is a pleasant distraction. Tip: Arrive early – or stay on after – to unwind on the quaint rooftop patio with a piping-hot red date tea. Level 1, Damai Sari, Mont’Kiara. Tel: 03-6201 7833.