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<p>As a frequent spa goer and journalist who covers the beauty industry, I feel confident saying that spas offering facials in New York are in no short supply. From luxury spots at high-end hotels to no-frills places where you can walk in for a service without an appointment, they abound.</p>


<p>The Skin Lab from the cult skincare brand Augustinus Bader stands apart from the rest.</p>

<p>If you don’t already know about the line, let me fill you in: founded in March 2018 by a German-born biomedical scientist and physician whose name is— no surprise—Augustinus Bader, it’s now one of the most coveted beauty brands today.</p>

<p>As I’ve written before, everyone from celebrities to the glamour set to people who simply care about great skin flock to buy the hot ticket products such as The Rich Cream, Serum and haircare that helps strands get stronger and fuller.</p>


<p>The Skin Lab is an opportunity for everyone to experience the brand firsthand, but an ordinary spa it’s not. Located on the top floor of the super cool multi-brand store The Webster in Soho, it’s an intimate and chic setting that feels like visiting good friends in their glamorous Parisian apartment. And get this: there’s only one spa suite which means that clients have the space all to themselves and can relax on the cream colored couches with cappuccino or champagne before and after their treatment.</p><fbs-ad ad-id="article-0-inread" aria-hidden="true" position="inread" progressive="" role="presentation"></fbs-ad>
<p>Your host and miracle facialist during your visit is Desireé Delia, who welcomes you in like you’re her best friend and has hands that can only be described as magic.</p>
<p>A professional makeup artist turned facialist and reiki master, Desireé trained at Christine Valmy International School of Esthetics and is now the Lead Esthetician at The Skin Lab NYC and Trainer for Augustinus Bader’s North America territory.</p>

<p>Desireé told me that she owes her passion for beauty and self-care to her late grandmother, “The Beauty Queen'', who never left home without her lipstick.</p>
<p>In an recent interview, she shared why The Skin Lab is so special and what clients are in store for during their appointments.</p>
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<p><strong>How would you describe The Skin Lab?</strong></p>
<p>It’s a peaceful oasis providing a very exclusive experience with one treatment room, making everyone our VIP guest.</p>
<p><strong>Tell me about the experience. What can clients expect from the moment they walk in? </strong></p>
<p>Once you step off the elevator, all your stress melts away as you enter the world of Augustinus Bader with the beautiful accents of copper and Bader blue throughout. Guests are guided into our waiting room with our balcony overlooking the heart of Soho.</p>
<p>In the waiting room, you’re greeted with a warm towel to refresh your hands and get ready for your facial treatment to begin.</p>
<p><strong>What kind of services do you offer, and how do you judge what a client needs?</strong></p>
<p>We provide a range of high-performance treatments suitable for all skin types to boost cellular communication, promote rejuvenation, firm, tone and refine the skin of the face and body; along with state-of-the-art equipment and analytical techniques designed to restore and renew.</p>
<p><strong>How do you tailor the treatments to the skin?</strong></p>
<p>All services are tailored to each individual skincare needs based on the skin analysis and skin consultation that I do at the beginning of each treatment.</p>
<p><strong>What are your top tips for skin maintenance? </strong></p>
<p>Stay consistent! Even when you’re tired, never skip your skincare routine, and get monthly facials. Your skin will reward you!</p>
<p><strong>Can you tell me your advice for great skin when you travel? What should people do to keep it healthy on flights and while they’re away?</strong></p>
<p>Not maintaining your regular skin care schedule can take a toll on the skin. That's why it’s important to stay hydrated and well rested as much as you can while traveling. Never leave home without Augustinus Bader’s eye patches and The Face Cream mask to combat any dark under eye circles, puffiness, dryness, or dullness that impacts the skin while traveling. SPF is always a must as are your favorite serums that are packed with antioxidants when traveling to destinations with different climates.</p>
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