Question 1

What is Luxury Beauty Manila and how does it work?

Accepted Answer

Luxury Beauty Manila is Manila’s most authoritative editorial directory of premium beauty, spa, and wellness establishments across Metro Manila. We curate, evaluate, and maintain a directory of 120+ clinics, spas, salons, and wellness studios that meet our editorial standards for quality, safety, and guest experience. You can browse our directory to find the right establishment for your needs, read our editorial journal for guidance, or use our free concierge service to receive a personalised recommendation.

Question 2

How do you select clinics and spas for the directory?

Accepted Answer

Every listing in our directory has been through a multi-stage editorial evaluation. Our team reviews physician credentials (for medical aesthetic clinics), verifies product certifications, and where possible conducts an anonymous in-person visit. We do not accept every application — establishments must demonstrate a consistent standard of service, clinical safety, and guest experience to be included. Listings are reviewed annually.

Question 3

Do establishments pay to be listed in your directory?

Accepted Answer

No. Inclusion in our directory is editorially independent. Establishments cannot pay to be included, to improve their ranking, or to influence their editorial review. Our Apply for Listing process allows establishments to submit their details for editorial consideration, but acceptance is based entirely on our assessment criteria. This independence is the foundation of our credibility.

Question 4

How often is the directory updated?

Accepted Answer

Listings are reviewed and updated continuously as we receive new information. Full editorial reviews are conducted annually, with quarterly checks on significant details such as pricing, opening hours, and service availability. If you notice inaccurate information on a listing, please contact us via our Contact page and we will verify and update promptly.

Question 5

What does ‘anonymously visited’ mean?

Accepted Answer

When our editorial notes reference an anonymous visit, it means our editor booked and paid for their appointment as a regular client, without identifying themselves as a reviewer. This ensures the experience we describe accurately reflects what any client would encounter, rather than a curated showcase. Not every listing has been personally visited; those that have are specifically noted in our editorial copy.

Question 6

How do I find the best aesthetic clinic in BGC?

Accepted Answer

Our BGC area guide and Best Aesthetic Clinics in BGC ranking are the most comprehensive resources available. For a personalised recommendation based on your specific concern, budget, and timeline, our free concierge service is the most direct route. Our editorial team answers concierge requests within 24 hours with a specific, honest recommendation rather than a generic shortlist.

Question 7

What’s the difference between a medical spa and a beauty clinic?

Accepted Answer

A medical spa (medispa) operates under physician supervision and offers treatments requiring medical expertise — injectables, laser procedures, IV therapy. A beauty clinic may offer some clinical treatments but its primary services are non-medical: facials, skincare, non-invasive beauty treatments. For injectables, laser, and any procedure involving needles or energy devices, choose a medically supervised clinic rather than a beauty clinic regardless of marketing language.

Question 8

How do I choose between Ultherapy, HIFU, and filler for face lifting?

Accepted Answer

The decision depends on the type and degree of your concern. Volume loss (sunken cheeks, hollow under-eyes) — filler. Mild-to-moderate skin laxity, wanting a non-invasive option — Ultherapy or quality HIFU. Significant laxity requiring structural correction — Ultherapy (preferred) or surgical consultation. Budget a priority — quality HIFU by an experienced physician. Our Ultherapy vs HIFU comparison guide explores this in detail.

Question 9

What should I look for in a luxury spa in Manila?

Accepted Answer

Beyond the obvious (cleanliness, ambience), assess: therapist credentials and training level, the quality of products used (ask for brand names), consultation quality before your treatment begins, and whether the experience is genuinely paced or feels rushed. Our area spa guides and the Best Spas in Makati ranking provide specific recommendations with editorial context.

Question 10

How does the free concierge service work?

Accepted Answer

Our concierge service is entirely free for clients. You describe your treatment goals, budget range, preferred area, and any specific preferences or sensitivities via our concierge page. Our team — drawing on our directory knowledge and editorial relationships with listed establishments — responds within 24 hours with a personalised shortlist of 2–3 specific recommendations. We do not receive referral fees from establishments.

Question 11

Can I book directly through Luxury Beauty Manila?

Accepted Answer

We are a curated editorial directory, not a booking platform. We do not process reservations directly. To book, visit the establishment’s page in our directory where you’ll find their contact details, website link, and booking information. For personalised guidance on which establishment to book — and sometimes a facilitated introduction — our free concierge service is the best route.

Question 12

What is the concierge service and is it really free?

Accepted Answer

Our concierge service is entirely free for clients, with no conditions and no hidden fees. You share your treatment goals, preferred area, budget, and any sensitivities via the concierge page. Our editorial team — drawing on direct knowledge of our 120+ listed establishments — responds within 24 hours with a specific, honest shortlist of 2–3 recommendations. We do not receive referral fees or commissions from establishments. The service exists because we believe good guidance is as valuable as a good listing.

Question 13

How do I submit my clinic or spa for consideration?

Accepted Answer

Submit your establishment via our Apply for Listing page. We review every application against our editorial criteria: physician credentials (for medical clinics), product certifications, hygiene standards, and guest experience quality. Acceptance is based entirely on our assessment; there is no application fee and no guaranteed inclusion. If your establishment meets our criteria, our team will contact you to arrange an evaluation. The process typically takes 4–6 weeks.

Question 14

Can I leave a review for a listed establishment?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Each listing page features a client reviews section where verified visitors can leave their experience. Reviews are moderated by our editorial team to ensure they meet our community standards — we remove spam, commercially motivated content, and reviews that cannot be verified as genuine client visits. We do not remove negative reviews that reflect genuine experiences and are written in good faith.

Question 15

How do I report incorrect information about a listing?

Accepted Answer

Use the ‘Report an Update’ link on any listing page, or contact us directly via our Contact page with the listing name and the specific information you believe is inaccurate. We verify all reported corrections against primary sources before updating. Our goal is to update verified corrections within 48–72 hours. Pricing changes are the most common correction request and are verified by direct contact with the establishment.

Question 16

How much does Ultherapy cost in Manila?

Accepted Answer

Full face + neck: ₱35,000–80,000 at premium clinics. Full face only: ₱25,000–55,000. Brow lift only: ₱15,000–25,000. Neck only: ₱20,000–35,000. Price varies by the number of transducer lines used and the clinic tier. Belo Medical Group charges at the upper end; Flawless Face & Body and independent clinics offer more accessible pricing. Our Ultherapy treatment guide provides a full price breakdown.

Question 17

What is the price of Botox in BGC and Makati?

Accepted Answer

Full upper face (forehead + glabellar + crow’s feet): ₱12,000–25,000 in BGC premium clinics; ₱8,000–18,000 in Makati. Prices depend on the brand of toxin (Allergan Botox is premium-priced vs Dysport), the number of units, and the clinic. Always confirm unit count and brand in your quote. Our Botox treatment guide has a full area-by-area price table.

Question 18

What is IV drip therapy and is it safe?

Accepted Answer

IV drip therapy delivers vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients directly into the bloodstream, bypassing the digestive system for near-complete bioavailability. The most popular protocols in Manila include glutathione (skin brightening), Myers Cocktail (general wellness), immunity boosts, and NAD+ (cellular energy and anti-aging). Safety depends entirely on medical oversight: reputable clinics with physician supervision and pre-treatment health screening have excellent safety records. Avoid clinics that skip health screening.

Question 19

How much should I budget for a luxury spa day in Manila?

Accepted Answer

A full spa day at a five-star hotel spa (Chi, Peninsula, Conrad) including a 90-minute signature treatment and access to facilities: ₱8,000–15,000 per person. A premium boutique spa day with a 90-minute treatment: ₱4,000–8,000. A premium package combining multiple treatments at a hotel spa: ₱15,000–30,000 per person. Our spa guides for BGC and Makati include specific pricing by establishment.

Question 20

Are prices on your listings accurate and up to date?

Accepted Answer

Prices on our listings are editorial estimates based on the most recent information available at the time of our last review. Pricing in the beauty industry changes regularly, and we cannot guarantee real-time accuracy. Always confirm current pricing directly with the establishment before booking. If you find a significant discrepancy between our listed price and current reality, please let us know via our Contact page.

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