Facials are essential for maintaining healthy, vibrant skin, as they offer deep cleansing, exfoliation, and hydration that go beyond regular at-home routines.
By removing impurities, unclogging pores, and promoting circulation, facials help prevent acne, reduce signs of ageing, and enhance the overall texture and appearance of the skin. Additionally, the professional products and techniques used in facials can address specific skin concerns, such as hyperpigmentation or dryness, providing a customised approach to skincare. Even more so, having a facial is about ‘me-time’, reducing stress and promoting a sense of well-being, which can further contribute to healthier skin, and a more balanced life in general. We round up some of favourite facials and clinics in London.
The most relaxing one:
Based in a lovely setting in Notting Hill, Rindie Ras is an exceptionally experienced facialist offering her own signature facial consisting of an incredible facial massage (include buccal massage if you’re game) using her own range of products. First a double cleanse gets your face in top-notch condition, and then a rose-scented mask is applied and this is when the magic (and massage) begins. Using her fingers and a range of tools such as cryotherapy balls, Gua Sha and cupping, a lot of what she does is lymphatic drainage, so the benefits become apparent in the days that follow; it flushes out impurities and improves any signs of water retention or puffiness, and can even help with hay fever symptoms. This experience (as calling it just a facial seems trivial) lasts over two hours, so not only do you feel like you’re floating off the bed by the end, but your face will look lifted and clear too, and you’ll take that blissed out feeling with you for the rest of the day.
rindie.ras@gmail.com, 07932 852603, @RindieRas
For the glow-getters and tech-lovers alike:
This one’s for those who take their skincare seriously. The Dr Somji Skincare Bespoke Facial, available exclusively at DrMediSpa Clinics, combines medical-grade know-how with a luxury touch. A far cry from your average facial, this is a completely personalised treatment, beginning with a high-tech Visia skin analysis to assess everything from texture to pigmentation. From there, your skin’s unique needs dictate the plan – expect a clever mix of sculpting, resurfacing and hydrating, all tailored to you.
Hero devices like the Deesse Pro Sculpta (think: instant lift and contour) are paired with clinical-grade ingredients. We love the use of the iS Clinical Resurfacing Peel Mask for gentle but effective exfoliation. The treatment also features Dr Somji’s own Pro-Active Skincare range, which harnesses powerful actives like stabilised vitamin C, Japanese binchotan charcoal and peptides.
The facial ends with a potent layering of the Dr Somji Signature Serum and Vitamin C Daily Defence SPF30 – delivering serious hydration, barrier support and protection against environmental stress. It’s comfort-led (no extractions here), suitable for all skin types, and ideal for concerns ranging from inflammation to hormonal breakouts.
At home, the range continues to impress. The Signature Serum is a multi-functional marvel, loaded with encapsulated vitamins, exosomes and probiotics to boost radiance and texture. For overnight recovery, the night cream is a “sleep-in-a-jar” saviour, packed with retinol, squalane and ectoin to repair, soothe and protect against blue light damage.
In short? Expect cutting-edge skincare, expert hands, and that elusive post-facial glow that lingers for days, especially when you can take some products home with you.
Dr Somji Skincare Bespoke Facial, Dr MediSpa Clinics
Where skincare meets diamonds:
The Dorchester and 45 Park Lane have unveiled a gleaming new partnership with luxury skincare brand Natura Bissé, and it’s every bit as indulgent as you’d expect. The collaboration introduces four exclusive facials tailored to the discerning clientele of these iconic London hotels. From the antioxidant-rich C+C Vitamin range to the cult Diamond Collection, these treatments are crafted to deliver serious glow.
Diamond Acu-Energy Facial x Suzanne Kalan (90 minutes) is the hero treatment. Expect Ayurvedic techniques, myofascial massage, and even singing bowls to bring body and mind into balance. It’s holistic skincare at its most haute. The Age-Defining Glow (60 minutes, £350) uses advanced facial remodelling and the Diamond Extreme range to sculpt and firm. Meanwhile, The Youthful Firm and Lift (60 minutes, £400) offers a high-tech boost with the Inhibit collection, LYMA laser and LED mask for visibly smoother, lifted skin. Finally, Pure Vitamin C Vitality Facial (60 minutes, £350) delivers sun-soaked skin renewal via vitamin-infused products, an IV drip and sculpting tools by Lladró. Each facial includes wellness touches, from detox massage to guided homecare.
Born in Barcelona in 1979 and still family-led, Natura Bissé has carved out a global name in luxury skincare with a philosophy rooted in one simple belief: every skin has its own voice. Blending advanced science with the power of human touch, the brand creates award-winning treatments and products that are as transformative for the soul as they are for the skin. Loved by aestheticians and backed by neuroscience (yes, really), their facials are proven to enhance well-being by nearly 70%. It’s no wonder they’ve been named “World’s Best Spa Brand” four years running, and that The Dorchester Spa has teamed up with them.
Available at The Dorchester Spa and The Spa at 45 Park Lane .
dorchestercollection.com
The uber-luxe one:
Dr Pamela Benito is a highly regarded, award-winning aesthetic doctor and her luxury clinic in a beautiful mews street in Knightsbridge is the perfect retreat from the hustle and bustle of London. Not only does she offer a range of procedures herself, but she has an experienced team of therapists on hand for facials such as the HydraFacial® Syndeo™. The spiral design of HydroPeel® Tips, used in conjunction with the HydraFacial proprietary vacuum technology and serums, creates a vortex effect to easily dislodge and remove impurities while simultaneously delivering hydrating skin solutions. This bespoke facial can tackle any number of skin worries, and is topped off with a relaxing blue, red and infrared LED light to address acne, reduce redness and further stimulate collagen.
