Written by Charlie Kennedy

So what’s the deal?

The newly opened Sisters Beauty Lounge is already a well established – and well received – beauty brand in neighbouring Dubai. And the arrival of the airy, smart new villa in the Zaab area is a welcome addition to the capital’s beauty scene.

Abu Dhabi is certainly not short of spa choices, which is why the latest arrival offers plenty of choice from its own menu to help ensure Sisters stands out above the rest.

While one of their signature treatments is the super luxurious UMO Gold Facial, those feeling a little less flush but still wanting to pamper themselves will come out smelling of roses – literally – with an organic Eminence facial.

Wrapped in towels and laid out to relax, the treatment starts with a thorough cleanse. A light abrasive scrub follows, massaged gently over the face, before a number of moisturising, vitamin-rich, natural creams by skin brand Eminence are applied, massaged and gently wiped away. The regime is repeated with great care while you relax and allow the scent of fragrant fresh garden roses, pomegranate and cranberries to soothe the mind.

The treatment is designed to nurture the most sensitive and irritated skin, leaving it soothed, hydrated and naturally beautiful. And it really does work; with the help of expert hands and skin-friendly ingredients, skin is renewed with a fresh, glowing complexion, and smells wonderful too.

Why go?
With wonderful, vitamin-packed, 100 percent organic products that smell and feel good on the skin, this thoroughly skin-kind treatment is packed with just enough oomph to leave your skin visibly brighter and hydrated.

And why not?
It’s not best for a lunch hour treat – the treatment’s fantastically comprehensive – but it’s not great if you’re short on time.

What? Sisters Beauty Lounge
Where? Villa 1, Khalifa bin Shakhbout St, Zaab area
The treatment: Organic Eminence Facial
Cost: AED 450
We say: There’s a reason Sisters Beauty Spa is such a reputed brand; we’re already loyal fans
Contact: 02 222 2501

 

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