Spring 2012 Best Facials - Best Facial Spas of 2012

Where: International Orange, San Francisco

What: The IO Acupuncture Restorative Facial
Insiders call this the "no-tox" alternative to elevate and brighten the skin. Still, this skin fix—which is based on Chinese medical acupuncture—is not for the squeamish: 10 to 20 slim needles are inserted into targeted points on the face and body to correct internal imbalances that can lead to external wrinkles, blotches, and dullness. Plan on regular treatments spaced evenly over 3-6 months to see a total skin detoxification. (75 minutes, $175).

Skin secret: "The best way to shed dead, dry skin from winter is with Arcona Mandarin Brightening Peel. It’ll give you a smoother, more luminous complexion. Finish with RMS Beauty’s Living Luminizer on the cheekbones and bridge of the nose." -Jennifer Gallegos, esthetician and manger, Yolanda Porrata, esthetician

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