Raja Nor Azwina,
globetrotting royal
“The consultation with the doctor was good and he was very honest, which I appreciated. I highly recommend seeing him first before settling for one treatment.”
MOST ROMANTIC WEEKEND GETAWAY
CHI, THE SPA AT SHANGRILA’S RASA SAYANG RESORT & SPA, PENANG
Extreme Luxury Chi Journey, from RM1,450 for four hours and 30 minutes
Begin with a calming lotus milk bath, followed by a sumptuous body wrap to tone, firm, and nourish. Next, a Chi Hot Stone Massage proves deliciously soothing on the muscles as the therapist restores energy and vitality with every stroke. Finally, enjoy a protein-rich Caviar Deluxe Treatment for the face, hands, and décolletage. If that isn’t enough, Rasa Asmaradana (from RM420 for one hour and 30 minutes) using relaxing techniques inspired by traditional Malay healers, is a signature worth trying.
Shangri-La’s Rasa Sayang Resort & Spa, Penang, Batu Feringgi Beach, Penang. Tel: 04-888 8651. www.shangrila.com/penang/rasasayangresort
BEST COLLAGEN BOOSTING TREATMENT
DRX CLINIC
Dual Lift, RM930 for one hour
An advanced radio-frequency instrument delivers energy selectively to the deep dermis and sub-dermal layers without hurting the skin’s outermost layer. This stimulates collagen for overall firming and lifting effects. All you experience is a sensation of heat – no anaesthesia required.
N-1-1 Plaza Damas. Tel: 03- 6201 3088. www.drxclinic.com
BEST FIRMING FACIAL
MANDARA
SPA Elemis Pro-Collagen Quartz Lift Facial, RM475 for one hour and 15 minutes
Using professional-strength formulations, this anti-wrinkle therapy is proven to reduce lines and firm up skin after just one treatment. Your therapist cleanses, tones, exfoliates your skin before masks, serums, and moisturisers bring out the best in your complexion. The specialised lifting massage leaves you looking more youthful ul and feeling incredibly relaxed. “One of the best facials I’ve ever er experienced.”
Sunway Resort Hotel & Spa. Tel: 03-7492 8000. www.mandaraspa.com
MOST INDULGENT BRIGHTENING FACIAL
SISLEY
Lightening Facial Treatment, RM200 for one hour
This whitening facial starts with a relaxation exercise and a spritz of natural essential oils to soothe the senses. Then, a cleanse, scrub, toner, mask ( accompanied by a shoulder and leg massage), serum, and moisturisers pave the way to skin perfection. “All the products were plant-based and smelled divine.”
Parkson, Pavilion KL. Tel: 03-2142 0608. www.sisley.com
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