The ultimate guide to the best facials in London

09 June 2026Published by Harper Bazaar

From lasers to lymphatic drainage, Rexonage and radiofrequency, these are the treatments to know in 2026.

The best facial in London? Well, that depends on your demands: today, the industry's most innovative destinations offer so much more than a simple spa-style pamper, allowing you to tailor your experience to your specific needs.

In 2026’s most talked-about clinics, manual massage meets innovative technology, with protocols now available to brighten, tighten and visibly lift to remarkable degrees of efficacy.

According to Dr. Maryam Zamani, oculoplastic surgeon and founder of MZ Skin, today's clients do not compromise: "performance is absolutely essential, but I believe the most successful treatments combine results with ritual," she says. "Patients are more educated than ever and want evidence-based treatments that improve skin health, hydration, radiance and long-term ageing outcomes. At the same time, they still crave the sensory experience, relaxation and sense of wellbeing that comes with a beautifully delivered facial. For me, the future of facials is high-performance skincare with a luxurious touch."

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The facial technology to know in 2026

For Fatma Shaheen, founder of Skin Design London, "it's integral that in every treatment we carry out, our client's skin is bathed with technology that works, without the need for downtime". To achieve her signature red-carpet glow, Shaheen recommends microneedling and radiofrequency as two technologies to know. "Both of these will provide an instant transformation, as well as working on long-term skin health for results that last beyond the treatment."


Dr. Zamani is particularly excited by the arrival of two innovative protocols: specifically, combining the two into one treatment for total skin rejuvenation. "The combination of BBL HEROic (an Intense Pulsed Light laser) and MOXI (a non-ablative fractional laser) allows us to treat both visible and underlying signs of ageing with remarkable precision while leveraging AI-driven skin analysis and treatment optimisation," she says.

"BBL HEROic has some of the strongest clinical evidence in aesthetic medicine, with studies demonstrating not only improvement in pigmentation and vascularity, but also changes in gene expression that make skin behave more like younger skin. When combined with MOXI, which stimulates collagen production and cellular renewal, we can address pigmentation, texture, fine lines and overall skin quality with minimal downtime and highly personalised treatment plans.

At aesthetic doctor Dr. Karen Doherty's new East London clinic, ultra-advanced protocols including the resurfacing NeoGen Plasma and rejuvenating Rexonage can be found, as well as the deft anti-wrinkle injections that made her such an in-demand name amongst London's fashion set. An aromatherapy pamper this is not.

Of course, LED light remains popular due to its suits-all nature: this non-invasive therapy uses a spectrum of focused light wavelengths to prompt repair processes in the skin cells. And for cheekbones that could cut glass? The brilliantly satisfying microcurrent is the tech to choose: working by stimulating the muscles beneath the skin, a single, swift session can bring about visible results in time for that big event. And of course, sometimes, only a sublime facial massage will do: happily, there are plenty of magical manual treatments in our little black book too.

So, whether you want a powerful pick-me-up for a special event, a pregnancy treatment that comes with peace of mind, or to embark on a journey for a complete skin overhaul, we made it our mission to test the very best. Here, see the top-rated facials in London, according to the beauty team that has truly tried them all...

7. Teresa Tarmey

Best for: real-life retouching

Teresa Tarmey has been the A-list's go-to for years, and you can now experience her transformative touch at two of the capital's most prestigious addresses: her own Notting Hill clinic – as much an interior-design marvel as a skin destination – and the inimitable Claridges Spa.

Her customised Advanced Facial is your ultimate skin overhaul, working to spot-treat areas of concern while bestowing you with a completely refreshed complexion. The treatment will be tailored to your needs, but expect a gentle lactic-acid peel before forensic extractions (performed swiftly and with the lightest of touch), IPL laser to retouch red thread veins in realtime, and microneedling to infuse the skin with a powerhouse peptide complex, leading to skin that gets brighter and more uniform in the days that follow. If you're after something to fine-tune spider veins, acne scars and areas of congestion swiftly and effectively, this is the booking to make.

  • The treatment: TT Advanced Facial
  • Price: £289
  • Locations: 206-208 Kensington Park Rd, London W11 1NR. Claridges, Brook St, London W1K 4HR
The ultimate guide to the best facials in London
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