Skin issues such as wrinkles, dryness and even sagging skin can be managed with the assistance of these aesthetic clinics in Singapore and their range of medical-grade clinical facials, like pigmentation facials. Read our facial reviews to help you on your way to tighter, brighter and glowing skin.
Dr Plus Aesthetic Clinic in Singapore – a potent facial for pigmentation & more
The Clinical Facial Review: Fillmed Skin Perfusion Medi-Facial
My carefree days basking in the sun are finally catching up with me! My therapist Lynnie quickly noticed the sun spots across my cheeks and nose during our consultation. She then suggested that one of Dr Plus’ potent yet non-invasive clinical facials, the Fillmed Skin Perfusion Facial, would be the perfect remedy for my dry, sun-tired skin.
Located in Shenton Way, Dr Plus is the first and one of the only aesthetic clinics in Singapore authorised by French laboratory Fillmed to offer its high-performance cosmeceutical line. I was happy to see that Lynnie knew it inside and out, and that she tailored every step of the two-hour facial to address my pigmentation. She started with a double cleanse, a chemical peel using the Bright Peel for Dark Spots, and exfoliations. Then, the Skin Perfusion Hydra Cryo-Serum quickly soothed every bit of tingly discomfort. It’s packed with vitamin B5, hyaluronic acid and collagen, worked deep into my skin using a radiofrequency device.
Massages are often afterthoughts in aesthetic clinics, but not here! My neck, arm and face were then given the most amazing massage, with enough force to loosen tense muscles, de-puff and boost circulation. The finale was a three-layer mask. More serum, the ultra-creamy GR-Youth Mask (some have coined it the “ice cream mask” on social media) and a sheet mask to seal it all in.
My skin felt totally rejuvenated, plump and nourished afterwards. This lasted for days. The best part? With just one session, my sun spots already looked noticeably lighter. In addition, my complexion was also brighter, and this would continue to improve with regular treatments.
The science
Using protocols designed by the aesthetic clinic’s medical director Dr Kenneth Lee, the medi-facial harnesses Fillmed’s specialised medical-grade formulations to deeply hydrate, reduce wrinkles, facilitate cell renewal and address age- and sun-related pigmentation issues. Using the mix-and-match approach, it focuses on the concept of skin perfusion. It ensures optimal nutrient distribution (including hyaluronic acid, peptides, vitamins, retinol, antioxidants, soothing oils and moisturising agents) for nourished and glowing skin.
– Cherry Lai
#03-10 SBF Medical Suites, 160 Robinson Road
8856 8075 | drplusaestheticsclinic.com
Cutis Medical Laser Clinics – a clinical facial to clean, lift and tighten
The Clinical Facial Review: Imperium Deep Cleanse & Lift with Sonoblade 25 & RF Spheres
Knowing I’d be lying down in the Cutis laser and aesthetic clinic for 90 minutes, I was delighted to have bubbly Belinda as my therapist.
Today, she was driving the highly technical Imperium Med 400 machine, used in the medical aesthetic field to treat various imperfections. Different handpieces and technologies deliver cleaning, repairing and nourishment to the skin, in addition to non-invasive lifting effects.
Cleansing is the first step in any facial at aesthetic clinics. For this, Belinda used Imperium’s Sonoblade 25 handpiece. (See “The science”, below.)
Then, after applying cold gel, she got going with the RF Spheres handpiece. This uses bipolar radiofrequency to lift and tighten skin by generating endogenous heat. It is followed by deep muscle contraction and biostimulation to literally give the facial muscles a workout. It can also soften fine lines and wrinkles, tighten the jawline (yes, please!), lift the brow, enhance cheekbones and minimise nasolabial folds.
Immediately afterwards, even I could see my glow skin as I left the aesthetic clinic, the skin was tauter, tighter and visibly lifted. Best of all, the collagen stimulating effects of RF truly kick in two to four months after treatment. In anticipation, I’ve decided to start counting my birthdays backwards.
The science
Imperium uses diathermy – a high-frequency electric current that generates heat to stimulate collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid production. Its Sonoblade uses the elastic wave (low-frequency ultrasound 25kHz) to transmit a series of vibrations that deliver not only deep cleaning but also epidermabrasion. It also hydrates, stimulates skin cell turnover and gets rid of superficial dark spots.
From $150, depending on the areas treated.
– Verne Maree
#08-07 Pacific Plaza Medical Centre, 9 Scotts Road
6801 4000 | cutislaserclinics.com
This article on aesthetic clinics in Singapore first appeared in the April 2024 edition of Expat Living. You can purchase the latest issue or subscribe so you never miss a copy!
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