Skincare has evolved far beyond just at-home cleansing, moisturising and the occasional facial. Treatments have evolved to deliver real, visible results through innovative processes and ingredients. Today’s most effective facials are powered by cutting-edge technology, active ingredients, and techniques that go deeper than surface-level glow. Whether you’re targeting acne, pigmentation or looking to soften fine lines or boost hydration, there’s a results-driven facial designed to transform your complexion, no matter what your skin concerns.
The rise of advanced facials has brought clinical-grade innovation into luxury spas and specialist skin clinics. From high-tech tools to customised treatments involving enzymes, peptides, and laser technology, these facials are tailored to your skin’s unique needs and goals. The best part? Many offer instant results. Think achieving a pre-party glow or instant lymphatic drainage, with smoother, brighter skin straight off the treatment bed.
But with so many options, finding the right facial can feel overwhelming. These in-demand facial treatments offer different results, so whether you’re looking for a radical cumulative change to your skin over time or just a skin-refresh, these are the best advanced facial treatments in London that deliver on their promise.
Dr L’Art Aesthetics Clinic – Gelida Cryotherapy Facial
Located on New Oxford Street, Dr L’Art Aesthetics Clinic is a beautifully designed space that feels like a true escape from the noise and pace of the city. The calming interiors offer a sense of stillness before treatment ahead. During the consultation you will be able to discuss the areas in which you hope to see results.
Charles Mills, CEO at Gelida notes that “GELIDA Cryo facials are rapidly becoming the treatment of choice for clients seeking visible, non-invasive results. More and more are turning to Cryotherapy as a powerful alternative to injectables or microneedling. It’s redefining what’s possible in non-surgical facial lifting, and it’s only just the beginning.”
Gelida Freeze-Firm Facial is an advanced Cryo Facial that uses sub-zero temperatures to tighten, contour and lift the face non-surgically. Impressive results can be seen anywhere from one to three treatments and offer long lasting tightening. Prices for these treatments start at around £150.
Dr Rabia – Harrods Wellness Clinic – Signature Meso Peel
If you’re short on time but serious about results, a Dr. Rabia facial at Harrods Wellness Clinic might be the most efficient upgrade your skin ever receives. Known for her acclaimed Collagen Banking technique, Dr. Rabia is redefining the future of skin longevity with her fast, clinical, and highly effective facial treatment that takes under 20 minutes.
This isn’t your typical relaxing facial as Dr. Rabia gets straight to work. You’ll receive a precise, purpose-driven consultation focused entirely on collagen regeneration and skin rejuvenation that works around the demands of your lifestyle. At the heart of the treatment is Dr. Rabia’s innovation: the Collagen Bank ATM (Advanced Therapy Microneedle) Roller. This next-gen tool combines 105 stainless steel microneedles with an integrated serum infusion system, creating microchannels in the skin that kickstart collagen and elastin production.
Paired with her Doctor Skin Collagen Stimulating Serum, formulated with a Copper Amino Acid Complex and Niacinamide, this facial drives active ingredients deep into the dermis for enhanced absorption and accelerated results. Think smoother texture, firmer skin and a healthier barrier, all from a clinical-grade facial you can book on a lunch break.
As Dr. Rabia explains, “No mess, no waste, just real, science-backed results.” Whether you’re investing in collagen for the future or looking for an instant glow with long-term benefits, this express facial at Harrods is clinical beauty at its best. Dr Rabia’s forward-thinking approve enables clients to treat themselves at home too.
“Using the alternating microneedling device, we start on the right side of the face and work across the face in even lines. Numbing cream isn’t required here as the device doesn’t penetrate too deeply into the skin, but just enough to create microchannels.” Prices start from £450.
Dr Rabia Malik at The Wellness Clinic
Salon C Stellar – The Savoy – The Best Facial
This was one of the most sensory facials I’ve experienced in a long time, thoughtfully designed to guide both body and mind into a state of deep relaxation. While many advanced facials focus solely on visible results, the Best Facial at The Savoy prioritises presence, calm, and the connection between inner and outer wellbeing. From the bespoke soundscape by Roses Gabor to the gentle choreography of the therapist’s touch and the sensory textures of the hydro-jelly mask, each element is rooted in Salon C. Stellar’s neuro-cosmetic philosophy, activating the body’s relaxation response while treating the skin with precision. It’s a treatment that doesn’t just improve your skin, it leaves you feeling rebalanced.
The all-round treatment targets uneven skin tone and texture, the appearance of pores, congestions, dullness, hydration, lifting and sculpting (from £145). Additional treatments available include an acne peel designed to reduce inflammation and unclog pores (60 mins £175), a microneedling treatment incorporating a relaxing shoulder massage (90 mins £350), and a Dermalux LED ‘Light Trip’, using three wavelengths to address individual skin concerns, with optional guided meditation (30 mins £50).
Located on the third floor of The Savoy, Beauty & Fitness features a naturally lit swimming pool, sauna and steam room, plus a modern gym equipped with top-of-the-line strength and cardio equipment. All treatment bookings include one-hour access to the swimming pool, sauna and steam room, for the ultimate relaxation prior to enjoying Salon C. Stellar’s exclusive facial offerings. It’s recommended that this is to be enjoyed prior to the facial.
Face Spa By Oana – Buccal Massage Facial
Tucked away in the heart of Marylebone, Face Spa by Oana is fast becoming one of London’s most sought-after destinations for skin and soul restoration. Founded by Romanian-born facialist and holistic therapist Oana Bogdan, the space goes beyond the clinical, offering an experience rooted in both anatomical expertise and intuitive touch. Treatments here are a blend of science-led skincare and grounding rituals, from advanced facial sculpting and intra-oral massage to enzyme resurfacing, microneedling, and full-body lymphatic drainage. The Buccal Massage (£180 75 minutes) is a favoured treatment for those wanting to remove tension around the facial muscles. This treatment works well for those who experience pain or discomfort from TMJ and grinding of the jaw.
Oana’s philosophy is anchored in the belief that true beauty begins within. Her signature treatments don’t just lift and tone the skin, they help regulate the nervous system, release stored tension and reconnect you to your body. “Face massage is to the face what skincare is to the skin: essential and deeply transformative,” she explains. It’s this fusion of intentional, intuitive technique with cutting-edge skincare that makes her facials feel like a quiet revolution in the wellness space.
