Fast facial treatments with results in less than 60 minutes

A DAY spent cocooned in a fluffy robe being preened and pampered in the plush surrounds of a spa is one of life’s great luxuries.

Your complexion — and stress levels — are never better than after a thorough blitz, but sadly, there isn’t always time for top-to-toe treatments.

“A facial used to be considered a luxury but as society has become more knowledgeable about the impact of environmental aggressors on our complexions, the consumer is seeking faster treatments with quick-fix results,” says Emma Schulz, education manager for Darphin.

“To address this shift, we’ve developed new 30-minute facial treatments that focus on immediate benefits.”

In fact, almost every major spa brand now offers a selection of sub one-hour appointments for face and body, perfect for lunch-break pop-ins, or gifts for busy mums this Mother’s Day.

These are the speedy treatments that will give you that post-spa glow in minutes...

HALF-HOUR POWER

Concentrating the power of its signature facials into a 30-minute blast, Darphin offers a menu of six skin-boosting options, including the Instant Illuminating Facial, for €45, at select spas.

“The facials use the same signature Darphin protocols and products as our 60- and 90-minute treatments, but in an express format,” explains Schulz.

“Products are applied with our unique Digitopressure technique to restore energy, balance skin and increase penetration of high performing skincare serums.

"Our Deep Massage facial technique is reduced, but there is no compromise on the sense of luxury and you will still see immediate benefits.”

Treatments available in spas nationwide ( www.darphin.co.uk )

PAMPER PACKAGE

Go all-out with a beauty treatment followed by afternoon tea.

Bliss Beauty at the Limerick Strand Hotel, offers a choice of a back, neck, and shoulder massage or mini facial followed by tea or coffee, dainty sandwiches, scones and pastries.

All for €50pps.

DEEP CLEANSE

The Beautique Spa at Hayfield Manor, Cork, offers a 45-minute pro collagen cleansing balm facial for €75.

With a promise to leave you with glowing skin, the treatment cleanses, smoothes and hydrates.

MICRO MIRACLES

Got a sudden spot breakout? Has a cold snap left you with parched patches or a new product caused a bad reaction?

Then a Dermalogica MicroZone treatment is just what you need.

Each 20-minute session focuses on a pressing concern, from acne to dullness to irritation, starting with speedy diagnosis and finishing with immediate relief from whatever’s bugging you.

* Treatments available in salons nationwide ( www.dermalogica.ie )

THE DE-STRESS EXPRESS

Introduced to coincide with the new Aurabsolu range, the Decleor Glow Power Boost facial is a 30-minute miracle that uses an innovative oil-in-gel mask to rejuvenate even the most flagging of faces.

And for the boys, there’s the Express Energising Face Treatment, which focuses on exfoliation and massage to soothe stressed-out complexions.

* Half-hour treatments start from €45 (available at selected salons nationwide).

NATURAL GLOW

Give your skin a vitamin hit with Dr Murad’s Radiance Express Vitamin C treatment, €45.

The session lasts just 25 minutes and delivers “fast and refreshing” results, according to Lorraine O’Riordan of Arasys clinic in Cork. Suitable for all ages.

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