Review / A calm spa oasis in the heart of bustling Central, Hong Kong? We tried The Chaless Wellness and Beauty in Soho’s 10-step facial with oxygen infusion and LED light mask to get summer-ready

Jul 26 , 2023

The Chaless Wellness and Beauty is located in the heart of Hong Kong’s Central district. Photos: The Chaless Wellness and Beauty

When you think of the bustling streets of Hong Kong’s Central, relaxation is probably the last thing that springs to mind. Because, let’s be honest, it’s a far cry from the vast and tranquil spa destinations we all love to escape to. So when I got invited to try some treatments at The Chaless Wellness and Beauty in Soho, I was admittedly confused at first.

Conveniently located on Aberdeen Street and started by beauty industry expert Anna Flores, The Chaless is a hidden haven perfect for urban dwellers seeking rest and restoration in the city. In fact, I had walked past it plenty of times in the past while rushing off to dinner or bar hopping after work, but I simply wasn’t aware it was there … until now.

The spa: The Chaless Wellness and Beauty, Hong Kong

Nestled amid the bustling streets of Central, Hong Kong, The Chaless Wellness and Beauty is an oasis of calm with its cosy treatment rooms.

Designed to reflect the healing sanctuaries of Europe and Japan, the treatment rooms at The Chaless somehow manage to channel the rustic charm of mountain chalets. Yes, in the heart of Central. From the moment you walk in off the street, the venue’s natural elements and wooden interiors take you straight out of the city and into a mini oasis of zen.

As someone with sensitive skin prone to breakouts and product rashes, I get a bit nervous when selecting facials. In this case, I decided to take a gamble and opt for The Chaless’ signature Heavenly Glow facial ritual, which is a complex 10-step system that purifies, revives, brightens and fortifies your skin. Because, at The Chaless, “slow beauty” is the name of the game.

The treatments

The Chaless Wellness and Beauty is the perfect spot to recharge either alone or with friends.

The ritual starts with a deep yet gentle exfoliation followed by an infusion of intense hydrating serums, which work beautifully with a skin firming and tightening massage. Skin tone is brought back to its natural radiance, improving the appearance of my pores. Then, I was treated to an H202 Skin Oxygen Infusion to boost hydration before receiving an LED light mask to cap off my relaxing time at The Chaless.

The verdict

The Chaless Wellness and Beauty offers luxurious treatments, emphasising on “slow beauty”.

Did it work? Absolutely. My usually oily skin felt pleasantly radiant for days afterwards. Best of all, none of the products or techniques triggered any of the skin outbreaks or allergies I usually get at some point from most other treatments. The LED therapy is a year-round safe option, undisturbed by the extra UV rays of summertime, and the entire ritual may just have delayed my filler appointment by another month.

Full disclosure: the treatments and ambience are surprisingly relaxing. So much so that I dozed off numerous times. Upon leaving The Chaless, I felt like I had just woken up from a top tier afternoon nap. And right in the heart of Central? Who would’ve thought.

G/F, 16 Aberdeen Street, Central. Call 6829 1055 for bookings or reservations.

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Beauty expert Anna Flores launched The Chaless Wellness and Beauty in 2021, conveniently located on Aberdeen Street but with a rustic design that evokes Japanese zen or European mountain chalets
Championing ‘slow beauty’, The Chaless’ signature facial ritual starts with exfoliation and hydrating serums applied with a massage – and it didn’t even irritate our sensitive skin