Smooth, plump and prime: five of the best anti-ageing facials

By Madévi Dailly

October 28, 2022

Step into a Mandarin Oriental spa and treat yourself to a reviving, rejuvenating facial treatment

Roll back the years with one of our signature facials

Jet lag, pollution, sun rays and toxins… No matter your commitment to a self-care routine, your skin faces constant attacks from the stresses of everyday life that can dull and damage your complexion. Wrinkles, as the saying goes, are earned from a life well lived – but that’s not to say we don’t need a helping hand with the art of ageing gracefully. Thankfully, the spas at Mandarin Oriental hotels have perfected treatments combining the latest high-tech products with expert know-how. From Miami to Dubai, here are five of the best anti-ageing facials at Mandarin Oriental spas around the world.

Best for… an Alpine boost

A gentle gong welcomes visitors to the award-winning Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Paris – a fitting entrance for a few hours of otherworldly relaxation. Guests can while away the time in the serene pool but, for a serious boost, head to one of the treatment suites – each with its own steam room and shower – hidden behind heavy glass doors. For visible results, book the Nescens cosmeceutical advanced treatment anti-ageing facial, a regenerating experience combining deep hydration, targeted massage and potent actives stemming from Swiss biomedical research.

The result: Bright, bouncy skin, smoothed under-eyes and a lifted jawline – as if you’ve just returned from a hiking holiday.

Best for… sheer indulgence

Little delivers relaxation more than a sea-facing spa – and that’s just what’s on the menu at Mandarin Oriental, Miami. Looking over Biscayne Bay, this sleek and serene retreat confidently combines Asian roots and urban sophistication. Come early to make the most of the steam rooms and sauna or book a luxe Mandarin Suite for a tailored treatment programme and floor-to-ceiling waterfront views. Combining exclusive Miriam Quevedo products with lymphatic drainage massage, the glacial white caviar facial ritual is one of a kind: white caviar oil repairs, regenerates and protects, while hydrating hero hyaluronic acid locks in moisture.

The result: A luminous, silky soft and sculpted face – just the thing before a special event.

Best for… tailored treatments

Housed in a traditional teak structure decorated with locally sourced textiles and antiques, the Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok is a bijou temple to wellbeing. Head to this riverside retreat for advanced skincare, including the VitaSkin collagen facial. After a deep cleanse and lifting massage, a tightening mask is applied to tone and hydrate the skin. The best bit? Guests can pick and mix from a menu of 15-minute add-ons for an experience tailored to their needs. Choose from a collagen-infused mask, shaping massage, line-smoothing treatment for the upper lip, or relaxing eye treatment to banish puffy dark circles.

The result: Your face, but better.

Best for… red carpet glamour

Housed in a Renaissance chapel, the Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Prague is a serene escape from the bustle of nearby Ujezd Street. There’s a sense of monastic calm throughout the three treatment suites, kitted out with steam showers or vitality pools. For a star-worthy treatment, opt for the 90-minute Linda Meredith haute couture facial. With more than 40 years in the beauty industry under her belt, the ‘Queen of facials’ has worked with A-list and royal clients and knows a thing or two about getting results. Try the non-invasive V-Tox, a Botox-mimicking algae extract that works on skin’s elastin, collagen and moisture levels.

The result: Smoother, more youthful looking skin that’s ready for a close-up.

Best for… defying gravity

Step into the sand-hued Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Dubai for holistic treatments targeting body and mind. It may house an impressive state-of-the art fitness centre, but it’s no stranger to pampering treatments, either. For a detoxifying, tension-taming treat, book the hammam-style suite – or an hour in the movement studio. The spa’s signature treatments are equally effective: the Celestial Black Diamond non-surgical face lift facial does what it says on the tin, thanks to fine diamond particles, potent active ingredients, a wand massage and LED light technology.

The result: Minimised wrinkles and defined cheekbones – Bella Hadid is rumoured to be a fan.

About the Author

Madévi Dailly

Madévi is a food and travel writer, whose work has appeared in the Guardian, Red Magazine and Monocle.