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MEDISPA TREATMENTS

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DOCTOR-APPROVED TREATMENTS THAT DELIVER EFFECTIVE RESULTS, BUT DONE BY WELLTRAINE­D AND EXPERIENCE­D THERAPISTS. BEST MEDISPA GLASS-SKIN FACIAL

WHERE IDS Aesthetics TREATMENT Dew Mist Mi, $267.50 (60 minutes)

WHAT IT IS Thirst-quenching treatment that infuses skin with vitamins and nutrients, plumping it from within to achieve a glass-skin finish. Also incorporat­es LED light therapy for enhanced results.

OUR EXPERIENCE “Our complexion felt so soft and supple, and looked super glowy after. The results lasted for almost a week. This is a good complement to laser treatments that can sometimes leave skin dry and sensitive.” BEST MEDISPA REJUVENATI­NG TREATMENT WHERE Freia Aesthetics

TREATMENT Needle-less Rejuran Treatment, $460 (90 minutes)

WHAT IT IS All the results of the popular Rejuran Healer, minus the needles and discomfort. It uses Dermal Electropor­ation (DEP) to deliver the active ingredient­s deep into skin, plumping it from within.

OUR EXPERIENCE “Skin feels firmer and looks slightly tighter with fewer lines. Its texture has also improved, achieving that ‘boing’ feeling, resulting in a dewy and supple glow.” BEST MEDISPA BRIGHTENIN­G TREATMENT

WHERE Skinlab The Medical Spa TREATMENT Lumenis

M22 Rejuvenati­on, $380

(60 minutes – excluding numbing)

WHAT IT IS The gold standard in Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) photo-rejuvenati­on, this treatment addresses a wide range of skin concerns.

OUR EXPERIENCE “Our complexion looked more even and brighter after the treatment, and we left the medispa with bouncy, hydrated and dewy skin.” BEST MEDISPA HYDRATING TREATMENT WHERE SW1 Clinic

TREATMENT Water Drop Lift, $374.40 (45 minutes)

WHAT IT IS A moisture-boosting treatment that uses ultrasound energy to regenerate skin for a youthful and dewy appearance.

OUR EXPERIENCE “Our skin looked one to two tones brighter and had that coveted K-beauty ‘chok-chok’ bounce and texture. The lifting effect was also dramatic and left us looking more youthful and wide-eyed instantly.” BEST MEDISPA RED CARPET TREATMENT

WHERE Epion Aesthetics TREATMENT Epion Signia,

$395 (90 minutes)

WHAT IT IS Reduces the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and signs of fatigue with its combinatio­n of radio frequency energy, aqua dermabrasi­on and diamond peel.

OUR EXPERIENCE “It was an instant glow-up for our tired complexion, and the lifting effect was still visible even after a week.” BEST MEDISPA NON-INVASIVE TIGHTENING TREATMENT

WHERE Only Aesthetics TREATMENT Onlisculpt, from $388 for first time trial (30 minutes)

WHAT IT IS Utilising monopolar radio frequency energy, it stimulates collagen production to lift, firm, tighten and define the face. It’s comfortabl­e with no downtime.

OUR EXPERIENCE “We really appreciate­d that the treatment covers both the face and neck, which helped visibly reduce the appearance of our double chin.” BEST MEDISPA LIFTING TREATMENT WHERE Simply Aesthetics

TREATMENT Non-invasive Face Threadlift, $280 (60 minutes)

WHAT IT IS Also known as a Needle-less PDO Thread Lift treatment, it uses a serum infused with polydioxan­one (PDO) threads delivered into the skin via ultrasound therapy to enhance skin’s elasticity. OUR EXPERIENCE “Our jawline and jowls looked lifted and toned, and after a week, we noticed a more V-shaped lift too.” BEST MEDISPA DEWY SKIN TREATMENT

WHERE Illumia Therapeuti­cs TREATMENT 3-Step Facial Treatment, $488 (90 minutes)

WHAT IT IS All-in-one treatment that combines the benefits of Scalpelect­roporation (S.E.P) and ultrasound technologi­es to deeply cleanse, hydrate and rejuvenate skin.

OUR EXPERIENCE “Our face looked extremely dewy and plump, and it was noticeably brighter and clearer too. Even the redness from a patch of irritated eczema skin looked less angry and visible.” BEST MEDISPA ANTI-AGEING NECK TREATMENT WHERE Shens Aesthetics

TREATMENT Medical Indiba Neck Lift System, $300 (40 minutes)

WHAT IT IS Using radio frequency energy, this anti-ageing neckfocuse­d treatment works on both the deep and superficia­l layers of skin to lift and regenerate skin tissue.

OUR EXPERIENCE “Our neck area looked and felt visibly smoother and fairer, though repeat visits would be needed for a more lasting effect. We would certainly tag this as an add-on to future face treatments.” BEST MEDISPA ANTI-BLEMISH TREATMENT

WHERE Epion Aesthetics TREATMENT Plasma Pollution Defence, $350 (90 minutes)

WHAT IT IS Deep cleansing treatment to soothe stressed skin. Also includes a combinatio­n of therapies – ultrasonic sound waves, oxygen infusion and cryotherap­y, to restore and rebalance skin.

OUR EXPERIENCE “Our complexion felt amazingly refreshed and looked so much cleaner and clearer.”

BODY TREATMENTS FROM CELLULITE-BUSTING AND FAT-BURNING TREATMENTS TO RESTORATIV­E MASSAGES.

BEST BODY DETOX TREATMENT

WHERE Pisces Wellness TREATMENT RDS Treatment (Relax / Detox & Slimming), $280 (100 minutes)

WHAT IT IS TCM-inspired treatment that incorporat­es acupressur­e and meridian flow massage to encourage the removal of toxins and water retention, while reducing the appearance of cellulite.

OUR EXPERIENCE “While the treatment wasn’t the most comfortabl­e, we felt so much lighter after, and for the rest of the week. Our constantly bloated tummy even became significan­tly smaller.” BEST SKINSMOOTH­ING TREATMENT WHERE The Ritz Carlton Spa

TREATMENT The La Mer Body Treatment, $320 (90 minutes)

WHAT IT IS More than just an exfoliatin­g treat, this luxurious and pampering treatment incorporat­es a luscious scrub and an energising and relaxing massage that uses shiatsu, acupressur­e and Swedish techniques to revitalise the senses from top to toe.

OUR EXPERIENCE “Our skin felt softer and looked less dull. The massage was heavenly, and we woke the next day feeling relaxed and refreshed. A worthwhile splurge.” BEST INVIGORATI­NG MASSAGE

WHERE Auriga Spa TREATMENT Abhyanga Massage, $260 (90 minutes)

WHAT IT IS Ayurvedic massage that combines warm herbal oil and rhythmic flow movements, centred on the body’s chakras to increase immunity and relieve fatigue.

OUR EXPERIENCE “We slept so well that night. The next day, we woke feeling lighter and more energised.” BEST RESTORATIV­E MASSAGE

WHERE Oasia Spa TREATMENT Oasia Signature Massage, $150 (60 minutes)/$200 (90 minutes)

WHAT IT IS Deep relaxation massage that combines a mix of Asian techniques – Thai, Japanese and Indian – to release tension and muscular pain. Also incorporat­es a blend of essential oils, beautifull­y crafted in Japan.

OUR EXPERIENCE “Our body felt very relaxed and we slept exceptiona­lly well for the next two nights after the massage. The whole experience was a relaxing and enjoyable one, from beginning to end.”

BEST TUMMY-FLATTENING TREATMENT

WHERE Dorra Slimming TREATMENT Intense Fat Burning Slimming Treatment, $450 (40-60 minutes)

WHAT IT IS Intense fat burning and slimming treatment that focuses on breaking down stubborn fat. It also incorporat­es an infrared hammer roll to enhance the absorption of the unique Fat Burning Ampoule to boost the body’s fat-burning abilities.

OUR EXPERIENCE “Our waist was slightly firmer and tummy pooch slightly reduced right after. We were also pleased with the centimetre­s lost.” BEST DEEP TISSUE MASSAGE

WHERE Oasia Spa TREATMENT Deep Tissue Massage, $150 (60 minutes)/$200 (90 minutes)

WHAT IT IS Uses firm pressure to effectivel­y reach the deep muscle layers. Instead of massage oil, it uses a luxurious Kotoshina tea seed oil-infused body butter for added nourishmen­t.

OUR EXPERIENCE “We felt extremely relaxed, and skin was super soft and moisturise­d too. We only have good things to say about this massage.” BEST BODYCONTOU­RING TREATMENT

WHERE The Artisan Wellness TREATMENT Body Trinity, from $400 per session

WHAT IT IS Bespoke programme that combines Tempsure (radio frequency), Stimsure (high intensity electromag­netic) and Sculpsure (laser) to target unwanted fat cells, stimulate muscle contractio­ns and tighten sagging skin for a trim and toned physique.

OUR EXPERIENCE “It took a while before we started seeing results, but after two weeks, we could see that our tummy was visibly flatter and more shapely.” BEST BACKNE TREATMENT WHERE SK-II Boutique Spa

TREATMENT Senze Awakening Back (Peel + Repairing) Treatment, $348 (50 minutes)

WHAT IT IS An exfoliatin­g treatment that uses a unique Wishpro technology and organic peel to get your back smooth, glowing and healthy once more.

OUR EXPERIENCE “Our back felt and looked a lot smoother and more hydrated, and while it did not banish some of our backne marks, it definitely calmed our skin.” BEST TCM BODY TREATMENT

WHERE Fresver Beauty TREATMENT Neck & Shoulder Mud Moxibustio­n, $340 (60 minutes)

WHAT IT IS TCM-inspired massage that incorporat­es meridian brush therapy and a herbal mud mask to relieve stiff and aching muscles.

OUR EXPERIENCE “The tight muscles at our neck and shoulder areas were greatly relieved, and we slept so much better that night. Even our tension headache went away.” BEST BODYSLIMMI­NG TREATMENT WHERE Healthspri­ng Aesthetics

TREATMENT Signature Vanquish Me Slimming Treatment, $180 for first trial (45 minutes)

WHAT IT IS A non-invasive contactles­s radio frequency body treatment that addresses a jelly belly and love handles by busting unwanted fat cells.

OUR EXPERIENCE “It was completely contactles­s and 100 per cent pain-free, which meant we could multitask while getting the treatment done. Would definitely need more sessions to see better results.” BEST BODY EXFOLIATIO­N TREATMENT

WHERE Raffles Spa TREATMENT Revitalisi­ng Body Polish, $288.37 (60 minutes)

WHAT IT IS Cleansing body scrub that invigorate­s the senses with a blend of coconut and camellia seed oils and aloe vera.

OUR EXPERIENCE “Our body felt really cleansed, while skin was smooth and hydrated for days. It’s been years since our skin felt like a newborn baby’s.” BEST BODY-FIRMING TREATMENT

WHERE London Weight Management Treatment Ezslim Treatment, $900 (30 minutes)

WHAT IT IS Ideal for busy women looking to get trim, this targeted body-contouring treatment uses a range of therapies to detoxify the system, while burning fat and sculpting the body.

OUR EXPERIENCE “We saw results – our waist and hip measuremen­ts were reduced by 3cm each. Will need more sessions to see enhanced and lasting results.”

OUR SKIN FELT SOFTER AND LOOKED LESS DULL. THE MASSAGE WAS HEAVENLY, AND WE WOKE THE NEXT DAY FEELING RELAXED AND REFRESHED. A WORTHWHILE SPLURGE.

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