Review / Why you should book this stem cell-based facial in Hong Kong: The Cell Premium No 1 Prestige Stem Cell Youth Elixir Facial at W Hong Kong’s Bliss Spa boasts exclusive Swiss skincare products

Aug 11 , 2024

Bliss Spa at the W Hong Kong features products from Cell Premium, a Swiss skincare brand that uses stem cell technology derived from the rare apple variety Uttwiler Spӓtlauber. Photos: Bliss Spa

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W Hong Kong’s award-winning Bliss Spa offers exclusive skincare from Swiss brand Cell Premium, utilising stem cell technology derived from the rare apple variety Uttwiler Spӓtlauber

The facial involves cleansing, the signature green mask with active ingredients, a collagen-boosting mask, and a head and shoulder massage – guests can enjoy the sauna, pool and steam bath too

When getting a facial at a spa, one of the most important elements is the exclusivity of the products used. If they are available at your neighbourhood pharmacy or a fancy department store, you can easily get your hands on them yourself and indulge in an at-home facial, like many beauty aficionados learned to do during the pandemic.

If, however, a spa offers a treatment performed with a skincare line not available anywhere else, that’s a great incentive to check it out. The Cell Premium No 1 Prestige Stem Cell Youth Elixir Facial at Bliss Spa at the W Hong Kong features products from Cell Premium, a Swiss skincare brand that uses stem cell technology derived from the rare apple variety Uttwiler Spӓtlauber.

Bliss Spa’s luxurious Cell Premium No 1 Prestige Stem Cell Youth Elixir Facial uses exclusive products from Swiss brand Cell Premium

The treatment begins with a thorough cleansing performed with a device emitting a saline solution that penetrates the skin and preps it for intense absorption of the products, while also removing impurities and visible spots like blackheads. The therapist then applies one of the brand’s signatures: a green mask infused with active ingredients extracted from apple, grape, alpine rose and Moroccan argan stem cells.

While the mask opens up your pores and awakens your skin, the therapist performs a relaxing head and shoulder massage followed by the application of a collagen-boosting mask that leaves your skin glowing and makes it more receptive to all the nutrients and active ingredients in your personal skincare routine for days to come.

Bliss Spa boasts Zen-like interiors with a stunning view

With its serene spa cabins overlooking Hong Kong’s Victoria Harbour, chic and colourful decor, and well-trained therapists, award-winning Bliss Spa is a sanctuary where you could easily spend a full day of relaxation.

After your treatment, you can indulge in some “me time” and take advantage of its facilities, which include a Himalayan salt stone thermal sauna, a vitality massage pool, an aromatherapy steam bath and a sensory experience shower.