Facial Treatment at Martha Tilaar Spa

Alas I found a good spa in Jakarta that offers a pleasant yet more 'clinical' facial treatment. It means the treatment consist of cleansing, steaming, extraction, exfoliating, mask/serum according to skin type and needs. And yes I am going to share this with you.

I realised that the facial treatment offered in most spas here are more for relaxation rather than functional- the procedures usually only consist of cleansing, exfoliating and a mask. However what I really wanted is to get my face really purged off of all possible sebums, blackheads, whiteheads, etc etc..you get the picture. 

So if you are anything like me, you would really appreciate the facial treatments offered here at Martha Tilaar where their own housebrand facial products are used. You will get your pores thoroughly cleared and your skin will thank you for it. 

Waiting area of the spa. They serve a selection of Twining tea.

The inside of facial room. Curtains will be drawn once you are settled in or
 alternatively you can opt for private rooms.
Credits: marthatilaarspa.com

I understand how most women are very skeptical about trying facial products as well as treatments, after all it's our face right..can't conceal or hide if shit happens. Hence I've only decided to write this post after trying the facial treatments at Martha Tilaar twice. 

The first treatment I tried was the Bio White and Clear (~400,000rp) which was supposedly to be one of the more comprehensive treatment. The therapist began with the usual cleansing, then steaming of the face with mist (to open up the pores) before beginning with the extraction. After the extraction, she sterilised and sanitised my face with some equipment (very commonly used in Singapore so I was at ease). Exfoliation follows before she used another machine to massage a serum into my face ( again commonly found in Singapore but not in Jakarta). The therapist then continued with a facial massage manually before she applied the mask for me. 

There was no break outs after the first time, therefore I was delighted to return for subsequent treatment. By the way, I have sensitive/dry skin. 

The second treatment I tried was the Bio Classic (~200,000rp) treatment which was one of the most basic treatment. The procedures were similar to the first, just lacking of the additional serum and the product used are less hydrating than the one used in my first treatment. However this treatment will be safe for mothers-to-be. 

Treatment prices are also very reasonable for the ambience and technology the spa offers- starting from 200,000rp (bout 20usd) and most expensive treatment is like 450,000rp (bout 45usd). It is really cheap as compared to Singapore.  Frankly I am amazed how the spas are able to make money in Jakarta, given that a full serviced facial treatment for 90minutes cost the same as my manicure here. It is definitely better value than the manicure services...when manicurist here can't even file my nails square or even!

Do let me know if you know of any other good facial treatments!

*Update (05 June 2014)*

I found another place- Miracle Aesthetic Clinic which offers very good facial/skin treatments (With extractions.) Read about it here.

If you want a facial treatment or a spa experience that is purely for relaxation, you may want to check out SPA Intercontinental Hotel Midplaza. Read about my experience here.

Address

The one I go to-

Jl. Gandaria I No.. 337 

Kebayoran Baru 

South Jakarta 12130 

Phone: (021) 722 5680

Jl. Wahid Hasyim No. 19-21

Central Jakarta

Phone: (021) 319 2592 1

Jl. Cikini Raya No. 83

Central Jakarta

Phone: (021) 319-3761 6

Jl. Prapanca Raya Blok P III No. 3
South Jakarta
Phone: (021) 739 3519
Fax: (021) 7279 6433

More locations can be found here:

http://www.marthatilaarspa.com/subpage.php?page=detailLokasi&idlokasi=1&category=spa-journey&lang=en