Clarins Contour Shaper Treatment
For
Getting rid of cellulite and sculpting the silhouette
The Treatment
Call us lazy, but we’re all for transformative treatments that don’t require much effort or time. This full-body treatment fits the bill, promising smoother, softer skin and a more sculpted figure in just one hour. To stimulate microcirculation, the brand’s Body Shaping Cream and Active Contouring Supplement is applied all over the leg area with a knuckling and fisting movement – this supposedly breaks down fat cells and reduces bloating caused by water retention. A Clarinspro Thermo-activated Contouring Mask is then applied to the thighs and left on for 15 minutes. This is followed by a wrap, during which the therapist continues a contouring-style body massage along the upper body and arms, before ending with a relaxing back massage.
Verdict
Slimming treatments can be slightly uncomfortable, but this was effective and soothed my stiff muscles. Post treatment, I noticed a slimmer waistline and smoother legs. $185, Clarins Skin Spa, #05-05/07 Wheelock Place, tel: 6838-5060, 60 minutes
Espa Re-hydrator Facial
For
Dehydrated, rough skin
The Treatment
The treatment uses only products by luxury spa Espa. It starts with a gentle skin polish and facial steam to ensure that pores are unclogged, then a cleansing mask is applied for 15 minutes, followed by a nourishing balm to calm the complexion. Next, a mildly painful extraction, before a 24-hour balancing skin moisturiser that’s infused with Irish moss is slathered on. According to the therapist, this natural emollient moisturises without clogging pores, making it perfect for combination skin. A layer of cellular hydration serum and a moisturising hydrating balm is added to ensure that all nutrients are locked in. To end, Espa’s Optimal Skin Pro Serum is massaged in. A shoulder massage, some eye cream and sunscreen round out this blissful treatment.
Verdict
My complexion never looked better. It became visibly brighter and dewy, and also felt soft and supple to the touch. $250, Damai Spa, Grand Hyatt Singapore, tel: 6416-7017, 60 minutes
Mesobright Treatment
For
Dull, uneven and tired skin
The Treatment
The star here is Mesobright’s serum, which is made with ingredients such as brassica napus seed cake extract and hyaluronic acid. The treatment kicks off with a thorough cleanse and exfoliation to ensure that active ingredients are properly absorbed. After that, the therapist massages the facial pressure points with tea tree oil for 10 minutes to further aid detoxification. Only then is the Mesobright serum applied using a handheld device to ensure that it penetrates deep into skin. Next, another serum containing hyaluronic acid is massaged in, followed by a 20-minute-long Hydra-whitening treatment mask, before ending with a relaxing shoulder massage.
Verdict
My skin looked more radiant immediately. My dark eye circles also reduced in size, and my face was noticeably plumper post-treatment. $188, Bon Aesthetics, #03-24/25 International Building, tel: 6733-2338, 90 minutes
Model Photo 500px.com and Showbit.com Brassica Napus Seed Photo 123rf.com
This story first appeared in Female’s July 2017 issue.
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