Via Rutkowski 
Hoboken + Jersey City continue to amaze us with their ever-growing beauty scenes. While we all know that skincare has become a mainstream focus in the last several years (thanks to the internet), regular facials are a timeless must-have, not only for aesthetics but for overall skin health. Plus, it doesn’t hurt to incorporate a little “treat yourself” energy into your routine every now and then. We did a deep dive of some of the local stand-out facials in the Hoboken + Jersey City area and hand-selected some of the most unique offerings around. We also broke them down in detail with pricing and timeframes to match. So if you’re dreaming of a glowy, makeup-optional summer, look no further. Read on for our list of unique facials in Hoboken, Jersey City + beyond.
Hoboken
Attain Medspa’s Sports Illustrated Swim Facial | 720 Monroe Street Suite E407
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Cost: $139
Time: 60 minutes
Attain Medspa’s Sports Illustrated Swim Facial is a special, limited-time experience in honor of the magazine’s 60th anniversary. This facial allows clients to get the full-on supermodel treatment with a G.M. Collin Aqua Mask, LED light therapy, lymphatic drainage, a facial massage, and eye contouring. The treatment is topped off with more high-quality G.M. Collin serums.
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HG tip: Locals could also try a Jet Peel ($300), which is a relaxing and painless skincare treatment that uses high-tech pressurized air to drain lymphatic fluid and exfoliate the skin. A Jet Peel provides moisture, vitamins, and essential nutrients to the skin for an immediate glow. A Jet Peel is ideal to book a few days before a big event for that red carpet sparkle.
Read More: I Got a VISIA Skin Analysis, Laser + Microneedling at Studio 17 — and Here’s What Really Happened
Classical Acupuncture’s Gua Sha Facial by Belinda Brown | 113 Monroe Street
Cost: $250
Time: 90 minutes
Acupuncturist Belinda Brown has been extensively trained in the art of gua sha and is the expert behind Classical Acupuncture. Gua sha, a practice which is rooted in the wisdom of traditional Chinese medicine, delivers multiple benefits, some with instant results. Belinda uses a variety of tools to sculpt, lift, and repattern how her clients’ faces age. She combines this with gentle facial cupping to help with puffiness and water retention by stimulating the lymphatic system. Belinda shared that this treatment can also help promote healthy circulation and qi within the body.
HG tip: Belinda also shared with HG that the Total Rejuvenation Facial ($250) is also a favorite amongst clients. The Total Rejuvenation Facial includes full body and facial acupuncture, LED light therapy, facial gua sha, plus facial cupping and massage. These services also come with the option for additional add-ons like Buccal Massage or a Lactic Acid Peel.
Evolve Med Spa’s IPL Photofacial | 1025 Maxwell Lane, Hoboken + 263 Grand Street, Jersey City
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Cost: $360
Time: 45 minutes
Evolve Med Spa’s IPL Photofacial was designed to banish sun spots, age spots, and unwanted redness. The treatment uses light energy, which Evolve refers to as a “magic eraser for common skin concerns.” Post-service, clients can expect clearer, more even skin tone.
Fillir’s Laser Genesis Deluxe Facial | 720 Washington Street
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Cost: $250
Time: 20-30 minutes (express) + 40-50 minutes (deluxe)
Fillir’s Laser Genesis Deluxe Facial uses the power of gentle lasers to create a comfortable, non-invasive experience that heats the skin to smooth and reduce post-acne texture and pigmentation. The heated laser kills acne-causing bacteria and slows oil production, all while stimulating collagen production, which can also speed up healing. Included in the treatment is a double cleanse, hydrating mask, and dermaplaning session to remove any unwanted peach fuzz for a smooth finish.
Graceful Skin + Body’s Spotless Skin Facial for Hyperpigmentation | 100 Madison Street
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Cost: $300
Time: 60 minutes
Graceful Skin + Body’s Spotless Skin Facial (also referred to as the hyperpigmentation facial) is designed for clients specifically looking to target unwanted discoloration on the skin. The pros here use a blend of potent brightening ingredients, including vitamin-infused serums and an enzyme peel to help create a more even skin tone.
Hello Skin’s Titanium Lifting Laser | 129 Washington Street
Cost: Starts at $700
Time: 75 minutes
Hello Skin’s Titanium Lifting Laser treatment is a miracle worker. The non-invasive experience uses a titanium-coated laser to stimulate deep collagen production while lifting and tightening the skin. This treatment is ideal for those looking to reduce fine lines and wrinkles, to treat uneven skin tone, lift sagging skin, and improve skin elasticity. This sought-after treatment is known to provide noticeable results with minimal downtime, with an improved, radiant glow.
Fun fact: Hello Skin is one of only two locations in the country that have a Titanum Lifting Laser.
Honey Medspa’s Aqua Gold Facial | 640 Park Avenue
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Cost: $850
Time: 60 minutes
Honey Medspa’s luxurious Aqua Gold Facial gives clients an unbeatable lasting glow thanks to the use of 24-karat gold microneedles (smaller than a strand of hair) that deliver products like dermal fillers, Botox, and PRP (platelet-rich plasma), and vitamins deep into the skin. The process is even said to decrease pore size with no downtime.
Plump’s Salmon DNA (Add-On) | 415 Washington Street
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Cost: $200
Time: 40 minutes
In case you haven’t heard about the latest skincare trend in the celebrity skincare world, it’s Salmon DNA. (Yep!) The breakthrough skincare ingredient is said to have powerful regenerative effects on human skin. The DNA is packed with Polydeoxyribonucleotide, which targets skin at a cellular level to boost collagen production, hydrate, and repair damage. The Salmon DNA treatment is a 40-minute add-on service that can be paired with a Microneedling treatment or Laser MD treatment at Plump.
Skin by EC’s Overachiever Facial | 80 River Street #2A
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Cost: $550
Time: 1 hour + 50 minutes
Skin by EC’s Overachiever Facial truly does it all. For those in search of a full-on pampering experience, this is the move. This results-driven facial covers everything from hydration, anti-aging, and total skin rejuvenation. This exclusive facial uses gold leaf sheets and two modalities chosen by the esthetician based on the client’s needs. Choices include treatments such as an enzymatic treatment, dermaplaning, microdermabrasion, radio frequency skin tightening, gua sha, cryotherapy, peels, paraffin hand treatments, puffy eye treatments, and oxygen blasts. This customized experience is a full refresh to cleanse skin from environmental stressors, leaving the client to enjoy luxurious results.
Studio 17’s Men’s Deep Cleaning Luxe Facial | 601 9th Street
Cost: $275
Time: 60 minutes
It’s not often we come across a facial exclusively designed for men’s skin. Studio 17 has the local guys covered with the Men’s Deep Cleaning Luxe Facial. The facial includes a full cleanse, steam, and extended time for extractions to clear out any excess dirt and oil. The service finishes off with a relaxing neck and shoulder massage. Studio 17 asks that, if shaving, customers please do so two days prior to the appointment to avoid irritation.
Jersey City
Gaia’s Cavern’s Infinite Elixir Facial | 140 Wayne Street
Cost: $375
Time: 1 hour + 15 minutes
Gaia’s Cavern is a Jersey City go-to when it comes to specialized beauty treatments. Master esthetician, Aretha, knows just what her client’s skin needs thanks to her years of expertise. The Infinite Elixir Facial is one of the boutique spa’s most unique services that provides the powerful impact of microchanneling. Microchanneling is an advanced treatment that creates gentle wound responses, stimulating the body’s own collagen production naturally. The facial creates a repeated healing process, improving overall texture and glow. The treatment also infuses a cocktail of Eminence Organics serums followed by a gentle lactic peel, LED light therapy, and a refreshing oxygen spray.
NJ Acupuncture’s Acuglow Facial with Face Sculpt | 550 Newark Avenue, Jersey City + 930 Kennedy Boulevard, Bayonne
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Cost: $350 (or $195 for Acuglow with Mini Sculpt)
Time: 90 minutes-2 hours (depending on client’s needs)
Acupuncture and skincare can go hand-in-hand. Acufacials are a painless, holistic approach to enhance glow, clear acne, and fight signs of aging. The process of careful facial acupuncture increases circulation and boosts collagen, which ultimately helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Thanks to increased blood flow, the process of healing speeds up, making this a great choice for those looking to combat acne and reduce swelling. In choosing either of the Acu-enhanced treatments (Acuflow Facial with Face Sculpt or the Acuglow Facial with Mini Face Sculpt), clients will be treated with lymphatic drainage, gua sha, LED therapy, and facial cupping based on their needs. This treatment can even help with TMJ discomfort.
Spa Blue’s Back Facial | 280 Marin Boulevard
Cost: $145
Time: 60 minutes
Skincare can extend beyond just the face. Spa Blue has a Back Facial to address back acne, dehydrated skin, and more for a rather difficult-to-reach area. Clients are first prepped with a deep cleanse and steam to open the pores and begin extractions. The service also includes exfoliation with plant-based enzymes, finished off with a detoxifying sea mud mask to draw out any remaining impurities.
Zahara Day Spa’s Le Stress Relief Facial | 403 Monmouth Street
Cost: $250
Time: 60 minutes (or 90 minutes for $350)
If a relaxation-focused facial is what you need, then the Le Stress Relief Facial is the cure. Zahara Day Spa’s uniquely designed stress relief facial is designed for “pure exquisite pleasure without moderation,” as the day spa states on its website. Clients can expect a thorough cleansing of the face, neck, and décolleté, with a gentle Zahara Oat treatment followed by Calendula, Grapefruit, and Anise purifying cleansers. The products here are inspired by nature and also feature organic banana, pineapple, and cherry exfoliators. The treatment also includes a relaxing hand, neck, and shoulder massage.
Bonus Finds in Northern New Jersey
Face Foundrie’s Firm AF Facial | 14 Edgewater Towne Center #3B, Edgewater
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Cost: $109
Time: 40-50 minutes
Face Foundrie’s Firm AF facial says it all. The treatment includes a blend of peptides and intense hydration for those looking to preserve firm skin with a youthful glow. The facial also includes a massage to promote blood flow and help diminish the settling in of fine lines. Afterward, a lymphatic depuff and LED light work together to promote elastin and collagen production (aka the key to firm skin).
Hello Hydration’s Hollywood Facial by Lutronic Clarity | 1 Garden State Plaza Boulevard, Paramus
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Cost: $100
Time: 30 minutes
Hello Hydration’s Hollywood Facial by Lutronic Clarity is a 30-minute experience provides at the beauty destination’s Paramus location. The cutting-edge laser treatment gives immediate results and instant radiance with minimal downtime, leaving clients photo-ready. This treatment targets fine lines, acne scars, and hyperpigmentation while promoting collagen production.
See More: A Guide to Skincare Studios in Montclair + Beyond
Skincuress’ Lymphatic Drainage + Buccal Massage | 2810 Morris Avenue, Suite 203, Union
Cost: $250
Time: 1 hour + 30 minutes
Skincuress’ Lymphatic Drainage + Buccal Massage goes the extra mile. This holistic treatment promotes blood flow and depuffing and helps relieve tension in the head, neck, chest, and jaw. As a result, clients feel relaxed and less tense (especially those with TMJ), and can also experience improved circulation and a more sculpted facial contour. Skincuress is moving to Hoboken this summer — you can read everything we know here.
