Let's Face It - The Top Facialist In Marbella

When I first moved to Marbella I knew I had to get my priorities in order. Forget finding a house I needed to find THE BEST health and beauty therapists here. The stress of moving had caused havoc on my skin. My outbreak was more pre-pubescent teenager than Marbella socialite. A facial was a must, but could I find a decent therapist?


I admit it, I am very fussy when it comes to facials. I want it all, pampering, massage, thorough extraction with the final result of extremely clean, plumped up skin. That’s not too much to ask, is it? It took me three years of searching for a fabulous facialist, before I finally found her, Cecilia Gillitzer! She has 13 years of experience, specialises in facials and semi-permanent makeup and is reasonably priced.


I was a bit dubious when I found out she worked from home, but I promise you there were no screaming kids or ringing phones . The therapy room is pure white, with a relaxing feel. Cecilia thoroughly examined my skin before deciding the Dermologica range suited me. She also works with Environ, a range which was developed by a South African plastic surgeon and contains natural Vitamin C, Vitamin A and antioxidants.


I started to drift off as she cleansed and massaged my skin. After a quick steam (I didn’t think this existed in Marbella) I got a very thorough extraction, and as I suffer from very bad pigmentation (yes, yes too much sunbathing, I know), those areas were treated with microdermabrasion. My favourite part was The Electronic Recuperator. Its vasodilator effect activates blood flow in the treated area, nourishing and revitalising the skin cells. Results are radiant, firm and healthy skin. I found the mixture of heat massaging in the product deeply relaxing. Finally I was covered in a mask, moisturised and ‘finito’ One word, amazing! The butterfly had emerged from the cocoon.


I have suffered from problem skin for most of my life, and have been treated by some of London’s top therapists, but I can safely say my skin has never looked this good. I left with a spring in my step, a glowing complexion, a mountain of nutritional advice and I received compliments for days, what more could you want?


Cecilia is based in Nueva Andalucia - Tel- 0034 952 905 159 Mobile - 0034 660865951


Illustration by Conrad Jones - www.conradcrispin.com