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Detox your pores and receive a gentle facial massage at the same time with the rising popular treatment of HydraFacial.

What exactly is HydraFacial?

HydraFacial is a detoxifying and deep cleansing facial treatment that uses active botanical ingredients made from plant extracts, flowers, bark, and leaves.

HydraFacial uses patented Vortex – Fusion technology to remove dirt, dead skin, debris while cleansing, hydrating, and soothing your skin.

It’s known to deliver a powerful antioxidant to reduce the damage from free radicals such as pollution, sun exposure and stress which can accelerate the ageing process.

How does it differ from other skin treatments?

The Vortex – Fusion technology has been proven to give clients a satisfying and better results compared to both facial treatments. Using Vortex – Fusion results can be seen immediately based on your skin condition.

It can correct and treat sun damage, uneven skin tone, fine lines as well as oily and dehydrated skin in one treatment.

5 Steps of the HydraFacial Treatment

You’ll probably wondering how it feels against your skin especially if you are experiencing outbreaks. Well, it’s good to know HydraFacial is a relaxing and pain-free facial treatment, it works seamlessly without inflicting uneasiness or making your skin peel.

Not only will you remove grime but also boost circulation and stimulate the lymph system that helps to removes toxins from your face.

Did you know?

Many celebrities such as Kate Winslet, Kim Kardashian, Britney Spears, and Beyonce have been using HydraFacial to keep their skin feeling flawless, younger, and healthier for longer period.

HydraFacial can also be used on your scalp to improve and support natural hair growth and it can treat the delicate areas around your eyes and exfoliate your lips giving them a smoother look and feel.

Skin type

HydraFacial works well on all skin types and targets skin conditions such as fine lines, wrinkles, acne, pigmentation, hyperpigmentation, large pores, dull, dryness, and oily skins.

Benefits you can expect post treatment

• Youthful looking skin
• Smooths and hydrates the skin
• Maintains skin elasticity
• Firmness skin surface
• Leaves skin feeling flawless after one session
• Noticeable results
• Reveals glowing, refreshed, and radiant skin
• Moisturizing and exfoliating
• Healthy looking skin
• Soft touch

How does the treatment work?

Simple lay on your back, the skin expert will gently apply the patented device on to your skin and you’ll feel a light warm massage sensation while the treatment takes place.

Using targeted serums that will help the skin with hydration, clearing away potential breakouts and blocked pores, the vortex fusion will start exfoliating and sucking out any dead skin. This is a pain-free facial treatment and has no side effects. It can take one hour to turn your skin from dull to radiant.

It is recommended to have HydraFacial treatment up to once a month to keep your pores clean to maintain a healthy complexion and clearer skin. It will leave your skin looking flawless and refreshed typically within one session, this depends on your age, skin type and medical history.

The best advantage is that there’s no recovery time or waiting time involved, so you’ll be able to return to your normal activities straight after treatment looking and feeling great.

Keen to have an experience?

Book an appointment with one of our friendly specialists

See results of HydraFacial, the before and after results

We look forward to welcoming you soon.

Kensington MediSpa

The Royal Garden Hotel 2- 24 Kensington High Street Kensington W8 4PT

Monday-Saturday 11.00 – 6.00pm Sunday 11.15 – 4.00pm

Tel: 020 3441 9091

Email: info@kensingtonmedispa.com

Why is everyone talking about Collagen?

‘Collagen’ is a naturally occurring protein in our bodies, it helps us build and strengthen our skin’s elasticity, our hair, muscles, and bones. But as we age, the amount of collagen in our body decreases and factors such as excess sun exposure, diet, sleep, and exercise also affect our collagen production. As we age the collagen fibres in our bodies decrease and are damaged, causing the thickness and strength of the cells to reduce. This results in the skin becoming less firm, fine lines forming and wrinkles appearing. Using collagen rich products is one way to help combat fine lines and wrinkles.

Elemis Pro – Collagen Marine Cream

This cream is an award-winning CEW UK Beauty Award Winner 2020. It is an ultra-light gel cream that sinks into the skin and is packed with omega 3, helping improve skin elasticity and texture by strengthening the skin’s barrier. This facial cream also provides extra hydration helping keep your skin looking healthier and revitalised.

Best on which skin type?

If you are someone who wants to improve the firmness and elasticity for youthful looking skin for a longer period, then this cream will help.
Works well on dry skin and also works well for sensitive and reactive skin. This daily anti- aging moisturiser has a creamy and luxurious texture, it is fast absorbing and can be used every morning after cleansing. Gently apply a fingertip amount and smooth over face and neck, and it works well under makeup.

Additional Marine Collagen benefits that your skin will appreciate

• Helps with renewing and repairing skin cells
• Absorbs quickly and strengthens the skin
• Improves the skin’s elasticity
• Skin looks firmer and increases smoothness
• Reduces dryness and wrinkles

With collagen in your skin care routine, it will help to moisturise and improve the skin’s firmness giving it a smooth and refreshing feeling. Other ingredients include:

• Padina Pavonica is a collagen seaweed that helps lock moisture and keeps your skin feeling smooth and soft. Sea algae are rich in vitamins, minerals, and proteins to help brighten, hydrate, and reduce signs to anti-ageing.
• Chlorella helps with tightening and firming the skin to improve elasticity.
• Ginkgo Biloba helps retain a youthful appearance by sending oxygen to the skin
• Mimosa Flower reduces the appearance of wrinkles and slows down the early signs of ageing. It helps with promoting cell regrowth and the production of collagen.
• Rose is a natural ingredient that prevents skin cells damage and helps regenerate skin tissues. It also helps to moisturise and soften the skin.
• Padina Pavonica is a collagen seaweed that helps lock moisture and keeps your skin feeling smooth and soft. Sea algae are rich in vitamins, minerals, and proteins to help brighten, hydrate, and reduce signs to anti-ageing.
• Chlorella helps with tightening and firming the skin to improve elasticity.
• Ginkgo Biloba helps retain a youthful appearance by sending oxygen to the skin
• Mimosa Flower reduces the appearance of wrinkles and slows down the early signs of ageing. It helps with promoting cell regrowth and the production of collagen.
• Rose is a natural ingredient that prevents skin cells damage and helps regenerate skin tissues. It also helps to moisturise and soften the skin.

Pair with other Pro Collagen products to get maximum benefit:

• Elemis Pro Collagen Cleansing Balm helps by nourishing and hydrating the skin, can be used first thing in the morning and removes even the heaviest make-up looks at the end of the day. This creamy and smooth cleanser absorbs deep into the skin. Its key ingredients are Padina Pavonica, Elderberry and Starflower oils which helps keep the skin feeling healthier and softer after each use. Also awarded the ‘Best Cleanser’ at the Hip & Healthy Beauty Awards in 2021.

• Elemis Pro-Collagen Night Cream keeps the skin feeling hydrated and improves the appearance of elasticity and firmness upon waking. Has a light cream texture and easily absorbs into the skin. Rich in Red Algae and Padina Pavonica that helps with reducing fine lines and wrinkles. Can be used every evening after cleansing the skin.

All products listed are stocked at the Kensington MediSpa, part of the Royal Garden Hotel. We also offer a variety of collagen facial treatments including Elemis Pro-Collagen Age Defy, Biotec Facials and HydraFacial.

For more information on these treatments please visit our MediSpa Treatments page.

See reviews for Pro Collagen Marine Cream from Elemis customers (uk.elemis.com)

★★★★★ 2 days ago

Pro Collagen Marine Cream

My skin looks and feels vibrant. I’ve been using this cream for many years and it is simply the best I’ve ever used.

★★★★★ 6 days ago

Elemis Pro Collagen Marine Cream

It’s fantastic, great product. Absorbs easily – goes a long way. I get many comments about

how good my skin looks and that I look much younger than my age.

★★★★★ 5 months ago Amazing!

I wish I didn’t like this as much as I do, because I grudge the price point but it is really nice. I have combination skin with dry patches and this really works to smooth out and hydrate my skin. I tend to prefer thicker moisturisers because I think they hydrate my skin the best, but this is really lightweight and still makes my skin feel quenched. It’s lovely for prepping my skin for makeup too.

★★★★★ 5 months ago

I’m Hooked

I’m hooked on Pro-Collagen Marine Cream. It’s lightweight but feels luxurious and a little goes a long way, so a tub will last for a while. I tried it as a sample a few years ago and I’ve been hooked ever since

We look forward to welcoming you soon.

Kensington MediSpa

The Royal Garden Hotel 2- 24 Kensington High Street Kensington W8 4PT

Monday-Saturday 11.00 – 6.00pm Sunday 11.15 – 4.00pm

Tel: 020 3441 9091

Email: info@kensingtonmedispa.com

Elemis Superfood AHA Glow Cleansing Butter

This facial deep cleansing butter cream will protect your skin and leave it glowing each day. You can easily add this product into your skin care routine. It helps to remove makeup, daily pollutants, and daily grime to reveal a healthy glowing complexion.  The cream can be used in the mornings when your skin is feeling tired or dry to give it that extra refreshing glow you need for the day. As well as in the evenings or just before you go to bed to let your skin cleanse overnight.

Best on which skin type?

This product is ideally for anyone who has dry, dry/ oily, or even oily skin. The AHA Glow Cleansing Butter does not stain your skin nor is it greasy; it has a unique gel cream balm with a lightweight texture and helps to nourish and hydrate your skin.

Benefits of AHA Glow Cleansing Butter cream:

This smooth butter cream has many benefits that support the skin to maintain its healthiness without adding too many products to your skin. Below are our top benefits you can expect:

• Brightens and nourishes the skin
• Naturally rich in AHA
• Absorbs well into the skin
• Improves the everyday appearance of dry and aging skin
• Minimising pores
• Hydrating

Time for natural skin care:

This amazing product is made from all natural ingredients

• Mango Butter is loaded with omegas and natural fatty acids keeping your skin feeling hydrated for longer
• Fermented Pumpkin helps to give you a glowing complexion
• Fermented Acerola Cherry is high in vitamin A and C helping to protect and hydrate your skin throughout the day
• Fermented Rice Water leaves your skin feeling soft and smooth. Also, helps with skin lighting and anti-aging.

How to apply?

Apply a fingertip amount to your face and smoothly massage it in and leave on for a while so it soaks into your skin then remove the product with a clean, damp facial cloth.

3 ways to use AHA Glow Cleaning Butter cream:

This rich and smooth cleansing balm can be used in three simple steps: as a makeup remover, daily cleanser, and a deep cleansing mask. 

What is AHA?

Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) is a natural acid that is water soluble made from sugary fruits such as oranges and lemons. Also, is used in most of our Elemis products. AHA in itself has many benefits which help with smoothing out fine lines and wrinkles and improves the skin texture and tone.

AHA benefits to the skin:

• promotes collagen and blood flow
• unblocks and cleansing the pores
• helps to improve dry and oily skin

Also, it works by removing the top layer of dead skin cells and increases the thickness of the deeper layers of skin through each application.

We look forward to welcoming you soon.

Kensington MediSpa

The Royal Garden Hotel 2- 24 Kensington High Street Kensington W8 4PT

Monday-Saturday 11.00 – 6.00pm Sunday 11.15 – 4.00pm

Tel: 020 3441 9091

Email: info@kensingtonmedispa.com