In a world where late nights, long days, and environmental stressors show up first on our skin, the right treatment can transform more than your complexion; it restores confidence, radiance and balance from within.

For this year’s Spa Awards, we went under the LED lamps, felt the cool rush of cryotherapy, experienced cutting-edge actives like exosomes and PDRN up close, and surrendered to sculpting massage rituals worthy of couture skin studios. The result? A curated edit of facials that cleanse and clarify, hydrate deeply, brighten tired skin, and dial up firmness and glow—whether you're prepping for a big night or simply reclaiming your best skin yet.

BEST CLARIFYING FACIAL
Plasma Pollution Defence, Epion Aesthetics

Look no further if you’re searching for a treatment that can revive your fatigued and stressed skin. This antioxidant-rich facial treatment delivers a deep cleanse to clear pores of dirt, grime and impurities, while offering protection against free radical damage to keep skin healthy. Also incorporates cryofacial therapy to boost microcirculation, tighten the pores and restore firmness for a fresh, fortified and radiant complexion.

Plasma Pollution Defence is priced at $365 for 90 min. Epion Aesthetics is located at #02-02 Tudor Court, Tel: 6363 2122.

BEST HYDRATING FACIAL
Premium Hydrafacial, S Aesthetics Clinic

This medical-grade facial combines a patented technology and proprietary blend of solutions to cleanse, clear out pore-clogging debris and hydrate the skin. Expect to see softer, smoother skin that is more supple after the treatment. But that’s not all—it also incorporates LED light therapy, which ensures skin is soothed and healthy.

Premium Hydrafacial is priced at $238 for 60min for a trial session. S Aesthetics Clinic is located at #03-02 Shaw Centre, Tel: 6690 3168.

BEST SKIN-REJUVENATING FACIAL
Exoneedling Facial, Skinscape Clinic

Slow down the visible signs of ageing with this medical-grade microneedling treatment. By creating micro-channels in the skin, it helps stimulate collagen and elastin production to firm the skin, refine skin texture and soften fine lines. Results are further enhanced with a potent blend of exosomes that’s infused into the skin to strengthen the skin barrier, leaving skin radiant and revitalised.

Exoneedling Facial is priced at $400 for 75 min. Skinscape Clinic is located at #02-07 Asia Square Tower 1, Tel: 6612 7496.

BEST BRIGHTENING FACIAL
Ultimate Oxyglow Facial, IYAC Medspa

Get skin glowing with this oxygen-boosting facial. An ultrasonic cleansing clears out impurities from the pores while a vitamin-rich infusion strengthens the skin barrier and oxygenation plumps the skin. To finish, an acupressure facial massage stimulates microcirculation and relieves tension, while LED light therapy enhances collagen production and reduces inflammation, leaving complexion toned and radiant.

Ultimate Oxyglow Facial is priced at $545 for 90 min. IYAC Medspa is located at #06-04 Camden Medical Centre, Tel: 6738 9929.

BEST SKIN-REFINING FACIAL
Aeras Rejuran Skin Booster Facial, Aeras By Mizu

Pairing the collagen-stimulating effects of microneedling with the regenerative powers of Rejuran’s patented salmon DNA-derived c-PDRN, this medi-facial is the key to radiant and resilient skin. Best bit? It’s comfortable and pampering, making it the perfect pre-party prep for special occasions. Aeras by

Aeras Rejuran Skin Booster Facial is priced at $259.42 for 90 min. Aeras by Mizu is located at #05-01 Ion Orchard, Tel: 6241 2468.

BEST ALL-IN-ONE FACIAL
Soin Culte Facial, Freia Aesthetics

Blending advanced massage techniques, tech and sensorial rituals, this luxurious facial stimulates and sculpts facial features for a youthful glow. It uses high-performing products from cult French skincare brand, Cible Skin, that work to exfoliate, hydrate and replenish the skin as they target the root causes of ageing at the skin’s cellular level. Freia Aesthetics,

Soin Culte Facial is priced at $300 For 75 min. Freia Aesthetics is located at #19-03 Wisma Atria Office Tower, Tel: 6734 3219.

BEST SKIN-LUMINISING FACIAL PDRN
Lumiglow Skin Booster, Cheongdam Korean Skin Management

Reap the benefits of the It ingredient of the year, PDRN, through this K-beauty-inspired medi-facial. The active ingredient promotes deep skin repair, rejuvenating skin and erasing signs of ageing while strengthening skin’s barrier for a healthy and luminous complexion. Plus, it can be administered through a variety of ways—microneedling, stamping or cryocell—depending on your preference.

PDRN Lumiglow Skin Booster is priced at trial of $268 from 90 min. Cheongdam Korean Skin Management is located at #02-36/37 International Plaza, Tel: 6222 3686; #B1-118 Singpost Centre, Tel: 6842 3686.

BEST HYDRATING FACIAL
O2 Rejuvenate, IDS Aesthetics

Transform skin with this innovative skin therapy. It utilises the power of oxygen with specialised serums to address various skin concerns. Together, they repair, restore and revive skin, leaving your complexion radiant and youthful-looking.

O2 Rejuvenate is priced at $305.20 for 60 min. IDS Aesthetics is located at #02-02 International Building, Tel: 6450 3555; #05-09/10 Novena Specialist Center, Tel: 6568 3555.