Which facial is right for me? A skin-first guide to every option

Start with the one thing your skin needs most

The quickest way to choose is to name one goal, not five. Skin that feels congested needs something different from skin that feels tight, and a facial built for glow will not do the job of a deep clean. Pick the need that bothers you most this month and let it decide.

In the UAE that need often shifts with the season. Summer humidity and sweat tend to bring clogged pores and shine, while long days in air conditioning leave many faces dry and dull. Wedding season, Eid and Ramadan evenings add their own reasons to want a fresher look.

Use this map as a starting point, then read the sections below. For more detail by skin type, our guide to facials for every skin concern goes deeper.

• Clogged pores, shine or blackheads: Cleansing Facial, AED 190
• Reactive or easily flushed skin: Organic / Herbal Facial, AED 210
• Tight, thirsty skin: Casmara Facial, AED 230
• Dull skin before an event: Gold Facial, AED 230
• Rough texture and a flat finish: Diamond Facial, AED 230
• Uneven-looking tone: Whitening Facial, AED 260
• Fine lines and a tired look: Anti-Aging Facial, AED 260
• Several needs at once, or sensitive and mature skin: Dr. Renaud Facial, AED 315

Congested or oily skin? Start with the Cleansing Facial

If blackheads, enlarged-looking pores or a heavy feeling by midday are your main complaint, the Cleansing Facial at AED 190 is usually the right start. It is the classic deep clean: cleanse, steam, gentle extraction where needed, massage, a mask for your skin, then serum and moisturiser.

It also suits skin that lacks moisture yet still gets breakouts, a common mix for women who move between hot streets and cold offices all day. Because it is the most straightforward facial on the menu, it is a sensible first booking if you have never had one.

If you would rather have a softer approach with plant and herbal ingredients, the Organic / Herbal Facial at AED 210 covers similar ground with a gentler feel. Our comparison of organic and classic facials explains where each one fits.

Glow, polish or hydration: Gold, Diamond and Casmara

Three facials share one price, AED 230, and all aim for a fresher finish, but they get there differently. The Gold Facial uses gold-enriched products and a gold mask for a radiant, glowing look, and it is a favourite in the days before a wedding or party. The Diamond Facial centres on a polishing exfoliation with diamond-dust products, so skin looks smoother and brighter.

The Casmara Facial is built around a professional Casmara mask. Casmara is a Spanish skincare brand known for its peel-off algae masks, and the facialist chooses one to hydrate, firm or purify. It suits skin that feels thirsty after months of AC, flights and sun.

A simple rule helps: Gold for radiance, Diamond for texture, Casmara for hydration. If you are torn between the first two, our Gold vs Diamond guide puts them side by side.

Tone and firmness: Whitening or Anti-Aging

The Whitening Facial at AED 260 aims for a brighter, more even-looking complexion. It does not change your natural skin colour, and it does not take away pigmentation, but it can help a tired, patchy-looking tone look fresher. Daily sunscreen matters more than any facial here, especially under the UAE sun.

The Anti-Aging Facial, also AED 260, combines products and massage techniques for a firmer, fresher look. It helps fine lines look softer and suits skin that has started to look tired around the eyes and jawline. It will not make lines disappear, and an honest facialist will tell you so.

Both work better as steady care across several months than as a single big session. If tone or firmness is your goal, plan a rhythm rather than a one-off.

When the Dr. Renaud Facial is worth the extra

The Dr. Renaud Facial is the premium option on our menu at AED 315. It uses Dr. Renaud, a French professional skincare brand, and many clients with sensitive, mature or blemish-prone skin choose it.

It makes most sense when your skin has more than one need at once, such as sensitivity with early lines, or breakouts on skin that also feels dry. It is also a good pick for an occasion when you want the most considered session we offer.

Weighing it against the Casmara Facial? The Dr. Renaud vs Casmara comparison explains how the two brands feel different in the chair and who each tends to suit.

Short on time: the Casmara Express Mask or a Facial Massage

Not every visit needs a full facial. The Casmara Express Mask at AED 99 is a quick professional Casmara mask session for between full facials, or before an evening out when you want skin to look fresh fast. It does not replace the deep clean, steam and extraction of a full facial.

The Facial Massage at AED 95 is a 30-minute massage of the face, neck and shoulders. It is relaxing and helps the face look fresher and less puffy, which many women love after a week of screens and traffic. See how a facial massage differs from a facial if you are choosing between the two.

At the other end, the Deluxe Package at AED 265 takes about 3 hours and pairs a Royal Gold Facial with a manicure, pedicure, back and shoulder massage and eyebrow threading.

Which facial is right for me if my skin is sensitive?

Start gentle. The Organic / Herbal Facial and the Dr. Renaud Facial are the usual choices for skin that flushes, stings or reacts to new products. A polishing facial such as the Diamond Facial is better saved for a time when your skin feels calm.

Tell your facialist about anything that affects your skin: acne, rosacea, eczema, a recent peel, laser or injectables, sunburn, pregnancy or medication such as isotretinoin. In some cases she will suggest you ask your doctor first. Facials are cosmetic care and do not replace medical advice.

Plant ingredients are not automatically milder, so mention any allergies too, including to fragrance.

Still undecided? Let the skin check guide you

Every facial starts with a short skin check and a chat about your skin, so you are never alone with the choice. Book the facial that sounds closest to your goal and share what is bothering you; the facialist adapts the steps and products to what she sees.

Prices are final and include VAT. On request, our facialist can also come to you, at the same prices. Compare every option on our full facial price list, then pick your facial and a time and the booking opens in WhatsApp, ready to send.