Get out of a skin funk and surrender to the experts at beauty boutique Pure Tincture Organic Beauty in Singapore
I’m going to start this with a spoiler: I slept through most of my facial treatment at Pure Tincture. What I can accurately describe in this story is my experience before, bits and blobs of the process, and after the 90-minute sesh. In case you’re wondering, I had my full eight-hour beauty rest the night before, and a double-shot latte in the morning. Yes, it was that relaxing. Life-changing, even. Let me start from the beginning.
Pure Tincture is an award-winnning beauty boutique and spa tucked away in a quiet corner of The Adelphi. Its specialty lies in long-term skincare solutions for ultra-sensitive skins – truly a godsend for those with concerns such as eczema and rosacea. You’ll only find natural, pure, and organic products (makeup included!) from reputable, cruelty-free independent brands here, whether for professional use or home regimen. What’s more, the team at Pure Tincture tests on all products for their efficacy, scent, texture, purity and suitability for different skin types before having them on the shelves or as part of the facial treatments.
Never mind that the cosy beauty establishment isn’t flashy-luxe; the clean space, with awards from local magazines lining the shelves, is enveloped in a soothing scent and a friendly atmosphere that will calm frazzled nerves upon stepping in. After a brief introductory chat, she brought me to the treatment room, and left me alone to prep for the facial. When she returned, she draped me in a couple of blankets, and then began the magic.
I remember taking deep breaths of a lovely, soothing scent at the start, followed by endless feather-light hand massages on my face. There’s also a warm compress (no uncomfortable steaming) to unclog pores, extraction, eyebrow trimming, firm strokes on my shoulders and neck, and the use of cooling machine to enhance the absorption of serum into the skin. As you know, I was pretty much unconscious throughout the treatment, so here’s a step-by-step furnished by Helen:
- Skin is cleansed with Camellia and Rose Gentle Hydrating Cleanser, and Lotus and Orange Blossom Bioaffinity Toner
- Exfoliation with Kukui Jojoba Bead Skin and Bightening Exfoliator
- Tone
- A warm compress to “open” up pores, which is great for hyper-sensitive skin
- Gentle extraction (no, I did not wake up at this point)
- Tone
- Special acupressure and lymphatic massage with Echium and Perilla Bio-rejuvenate Facial Oil, which revitalises dry and dull skin
- Mask with Echium and Cupuacu intensive Conditioning Mask to hydrate, condition, plump, smoothen and soothe skin
- Removal of mask and nourish with Lotus and Orange Blossom Bioaffinity Toner.
- Apply Pai Instant Calm Serum
- The finishing touch: Toner and a drop of pure rosehip oil
You know how you feel like a whole new person after an amazing spa session or a holiday? Well, it was exactly that when I left Pure Tincture. My skin was brighter, clearer and smoother. Old pimple scars were less obvious. The PAI Restore and Rejuvenate Facial suits even the most sensitive skin, so those prone to redness and other angry reactions can rest easy. There was no blotchy redness, no post-facial breakouts, and my glowing complexion remained as that for a good whole week – before the effects of the environment, stress, hormones and what-have-yous took over. You bet another appointment with Pure Tincture is due pretty soon.
GIVEAWAY!
The generous people at Pure Tincture are treating three lucky ladies to a 90-minute PAI Facial (worth $180)! Winners will also receive the Instant Calm Chamomile Day Cream (75ml, worth $75), the award-winning Rosehip Bioegnerate Oil Omega 3, 6, 7 & 9 (50ml, worth $50), a PAI pouch bag (worth $10) and a $15 voucher. To win, simply enter your name and email below. Contest closes 15 September 2015; good luck!
*THIS GIVEAWAY HAS NOW CLOSED.
What’s more, the first 20 Honeycombers readers to make a booking at Pure Tincture will receive a 10-ml Instant Calm Day Moisturiser and enjoy 10% off when you quote ‘honeycombers’.
The PAI Restore and Rejuvenate facial is priced at $180 for 90 minutes. For more amazing treatment options, visit Pure Tincture’s website.
Pure Tincture, #B1-10, The Adephi, 1 Coleman Street, Singapore 179803, p. 6337 6411. Open Mon-Fri 10.30am-7.30pm, Sat 10am-6pm.
This article is sponsored by Pure Tincture.