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treatment. It starts off with deep cleansing to remove dead skin and grime, and prep it for the next step. Hyaluronic acid is infused into skin using sonophoresis, a technique that employs ultrasound to improve penetration of skincare ingredients, to plump out fine lines and hydrate deeply.

BEST ORGANIC FACIAL CENTELLA ORGANIC FACIAL $201.16 for 75 minutes, Schöne Mama Singapore

For those obsessed with clean beauty, take note. This organic facial is centred on Centella asiatica, an ingredient prized for its ability to soothe redness, improve skin healing, boost collagen synthesis and protect against free radical damage. The facial is not only suitable for sensitive skin, but nursing mothers as well. Treat your skin to well-rounded protection that’s powered by nature.

BEST PRE-PARTY PREP FACIAL EPION SIGNIA $395 for 90 minutes, EPION Aesthetic

If stress has left your skin looking fatigued and dull, then you need some professional intervention, stat. EPION’s Signia uses radiofrequency, aquadermabration and potent skin treats to boost smoothness and radiance. Skin appears dewy post treatment, and foundation glides on smoothly. Now you’re ready for your closeup.

BEST PORE-REFINING FACIAL SKINDEEP SKIN AWAKENING FACIAL $513.60 for 90 minutes, Erabelle

No matter how uniform your skin tone is, enlarged or clogged pores can affect skin texture and radiance. While you can’t shrink pore size, there are remedies to help pores appear smaller. Enter SKiNDEEP Skin Awakening Facial, Erabelle’s answer to porcelain skin, which starts off by deep-cleansing pores to rid impurities and excess sebum, followed by a customised blend of actives for healthier, smoother-looking skin.

BEST REJUVENATING FACIAL 3-STEP SIGNATURE FACIAL $688 for 90 minutes, illumia Therapeutics

Using three devices to revitalise the complexion, the 3-Step Signature Facial starts off with deep cleansing using Clear and Brite, a machine that uses ultrasonic technology to dislodge impurities deeply embedded in the skin. Then, skin is massaged with the Triple Gold Ultrasound Lifting device’s ultrasonic waves to improve its strength and elasticity. Lastly, the Needleless PDRN Healer delivers salmonderived DNA or olydeoxyribonucleotides (PDRN) into skin via a skinelectroporation device, to repair damaged skin cells and stimulate collagen production.

BEST RESTORATIVE FACIAL THE REVITALISING TREATMENT $388 for 75 minutes, Chanel Privé

Want your skin to look as young as you feel? Chanel Privé’s The Revitalising Treatment uses

Chanel’s N°1 DE CHANEL range to defend against the signs of ageing. At the heart of the formulations is the Camellia japonica ‘The Czar’, a red camellia flower that re-energises skin cells and keeps them functioning at full capacity, so that it is able to bounce back from aggressors and regenerate from damage.

BEST RESURFACING FACIAL NANO FRACTIONAL SKIN RESURFACING $388 for 60 minutes, Simply Aesthetics

If your complexion is marred by acne scars or large pores, take a step towards better skin with this facial. Radiofrequency waves are delivered into the dermis via micro-needles, inducing controlled micro-injuries that trigger the skin’s repair response. This process boosts the production of collagen and elastin, and minimises the appearance of deep acne scars and large pores.

BEST SELF-CARE EXPERIENCE STAR GAZING $300 for 80 minutes, SKIN PPLE

Take a mental health day and escape to SKIN PPLE, where you’re cocooned with a weighted blanket and treated to a skin-pampering facial. A projected starscape on the ceiling and soothing music lulls you to a gentle slumber as skin-nourishing products are massaged onto skin. Ultrasound technology lifts and activates skin cell healing—you emerge with a rejuvenated complexion and mind.

BEST SHAPING & TIGHTENING FACIAL VENUS FACE LIFT $512 for 60 minutes, The Ultimate

Age and gravity are the worst culprits for your skin—and while neither can be stopped, there are steps you can take to slow down their effects. Give your skin the boost it needs with this facial, which utilises radiofrequency to deliver heat into the deeper layers of skin. This stimulates collagen synthesis and tightens the skin so that you can enjoy a more contoured visage.

BEST OXYGENATING FACIAL OXY-CRYO GLOW INFUSION TREATMENT $315 for 60 minutes, Skin Inc

Inspired by Korea’s state-of-the-art post-surgery treatments, this facial delivers medical-grade oxygen into the skin to enhance collagen production and encourage skin repair. A customised Skin Inc Serum addresses skin’s major needs, allowing you to achieve the coveted lit-from-within glow.

BEST SOOTHING FACIAL ISUN RADIANCE REVIVAL FACIAL $329.56 for 60 minutes, Raffles Spa

Redness, sensitivity and inflammation are banished after this soothing facial. Using ISUN products, which feature botanical ingredients from the pristine San Juan Mountains of Colorado, this customised facial restores skin’s barrier functions, so that it’s able to defend itself against daily aggressors.

BEST ACNE-REDUCING TREATMENT Q-SWITCH LASER + CHEMICAL PEEL + LED LIGHT THERAPY From $280 for 30 minutes, La Clinic

Administered by the skilful hands of Dr Rachel Ho, this well-rounded treatment takes a three-prong approach to treating acne. First, a Q-Switch Laser reduces the redness, hyperpigmentation and scarring associated with acne. A chemical peel is then applied to help with skin resurfacing and aid skin cell renewal. Skin texture is also refined: Scars are smoothened and the appearance of pores is reduced. Lastly, the LED therapy stimulates skin cell repair and metabolises acne-causing bacteria.

BEST ANTI-AGEING TREATMENT SOFWAVE $2,996 for 120 minutes, Mizu Aesthetic Clinic

Like Ultherapy and HIFU, which both use ultrasound technology, the non-invasive Sofwave technology focuses on reaching a depth of 1.5mm. Ultrasound energy heats up the mid-dermis layer, which makes it very effective for skin tightening and reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. The cooling plate that comes in contact with skin protects the surface, minimising discomfort and downtime.

BEST CLARIFYING TREATMENT HYDRO-THERAPEUTICS TREATMENT $211.86 for 60 minutes, IDS Aesthetics

Give your skin a clean slate with this treatment. Employing different cleansing methods like microdermabrasion, hydrodermabrasion, extraction and ultrasonic cleansing, this treatment deep cleanses skin, without aggravating or stripping it of its natural oils. A vitamin C solution is then infused into skin, which at this point, is easily absorbed, so that it looks brighter and healthier post-treatment.

BEST COMPLEXION RENEWING TREATMENT PROFHILO $1,000 for 30 minutes, SOL Aesthetics Medical Clinic

Are you starting to see signs of ageing such as loss of moisture, sagging or the beginning of wrinkles? Then this is the treatment for you. It injects a hyaluronic acid into five predetermined points on each side of the face to target dehydration and fine lines. It integrates easily with skin tissues, working its magic to hydrate, plump and lift.

BEST EYE LIFT TREATMENT EXILIS EYE LIFT $535 for 30 minutes, Mendis Aesthetics

Droopy, tired eyes are not a good look, whether IRL or on Zoom. Perk up the eye area with this treatment that uses a combination of radiofrequency, thermal energy and ultrasound waves to tighten lax skin, improve collagen production and give the area a lifted appearance that improves with time.

BEST HYDRATING TREATMENT HA HYDRATING FACIAL $214 for 60 minutes, Mendis Aesthetics

Youthful-looking skin is well-hydrated skin. This treatment uses three types of hyaluronic acid with varying molecular weights, so that it is able to penetrate the skin at different levels. At the most superficial level, it forms a film on the surface that reduces trans-epidermal water loss. At the deeper levels, it creates a water reserve for the skin to draw from and plumps it up, reducing the appearance of wrinkles.

BEST LIFTING & FIRMING TREATMENT ULTHERAPY From $3,500 for 60 minutes, Q Aesthetics Clinic

Billed as a non-surgical facelift, Ultherapy uses ultrasound energy that reaches depths of up to 4.5mm to target the superficial musculoaponeurotic system (SMAS), a fibro-fatty tissue layer that supports the overlying skin, tightening and lifting it over time. Dr Christopher Looi, who administers the treatment, has his own unique way of using the patented device, giving the best lifting and firming effect for a youthful profile, for up to four to six weeks post-treatment.

BEST JAW-SCULPTING TREATMENT XEOMIN From $450, Harmony Aesthetics Clinic

If the coveted V-shaped visage is desired, then this treatment may be what you’re after. Xeomin, a type of botulinum toxin, is injected into the masseter muscles, which run through the rear part of the cheek to the lower jaw. This relaxes overworked muscles, creating a slimmer jawline over time.

BEST LINE-REDUCING TREATMENT BABY BOTOX From $600 for 30 minutes, La Clinic

If natural results are what you’re after, Baby Botox fits the bill. Unlike regular Botox, this treatment uses micro doses of the botulinum toxin to achieve a subtly rejuvenated complexion—no danger of a frozen face or unnatural-looking facial movements. This means certain lines on the face, like forehead wrinkles and crow’s feet, can be addressed, giving the overall visage a more refreshed appearance.