Fabulous first-time experience at this spa!…read more
I have been getting facials since I was a teenager, and I'm very selective about where I go. I rarely wear makeup, so I like to keep my face clear and healthy.
I saw a Groupon for an advanced oxygen facial, and after several inquiries and research, I booked it. The medical clinic for procedures is on the first floor, and I actually went there first. The facial/spa treatments are actually on the upper level.
The spa is very clean, modern, and serene. I booked with Viktorija, even though she is younger, but a very experienced esthetician. I'm very sensitive to perfume, so the only product that bothered me was the gel used in combination with the machine operated microdermabrasion. Every other product was fragrance-free.
I have only had manual facials, so a machine-operated one was very different, and Vikorija informed me the machines they use are from Germany, as well as other countries, and are very advanced.
The facial included exfoliation, infusion, oxygenate, anti-aging, and C02 bubbles, which send oxygen-rich blood to the area. I felt some moderate tingling and heat, but it was bearable.
Blackhead extractions were not included, but Viktorija was kind enough to include it, even though the treatment went over the 1-hour mark. If you have never had extractions, I will tell you this, it - is - painful! I have a very high tolerance for pain, but could not wait for it to be over! I have small pores, so if you have large pores, it won't be so bad! My nose was red for the day but calmed down by morning.
My face was glowing, and I could immediately see the results. The facials are very pricey (regular price $200 +), but worth it. I would go again, but personally, only with a Groupon.