If there's anything better than free food, it's free beauty stuff and it turns out there are actually many brands that offer certain services for – you guessed it – free. Rather than having to pay a premium (so often the way with beauty products), these treatments won't cost you a thing, giving you the option to discover more about a brand and test out products before you decide whether to invest – it's a win-win.
From facials to fragrance services, here's our guide to the best complimentary beauty treatments out there that you probably didn't even know about – we certainly didn't.
Choose from Aveda's range of composition oils, which includes options such as Stress Fix and All Sensitive, and you'll receive a short neck and shoulder or hand massage – the perfect antidote to a busy day's shopping. Alternatively, treat yourself to a 20-minute facial.
Aveda Sensory Journey Rituals and Facials, available at Aveda counters
Photo: Courtesy of Aveda.
Direct from California, Skin Laundry opened its first UK store in Liberty London this year. Justly famous is the 15-minute Laser & Light facial, which uses – surprise, surprise – laser and light to deep-clean skin, leaving it smoother and more radiant. They're so sure that customers will want to keep coming back that they offer the first treatment free (it's usually £50!); all you need to do is book online.
Skin Laundry Laser & Light Facial, available at Liberty London
Photo: Courtesy of Skin Laundry.
Feeling like your skin is in need of some TLC? We hear you. Head to your nearest Origins counter where you'll receive a bespoke skincare consultation to identify the right products for your skin concerns, followed by a free 20-minute facial incorporating them. If there's a particular product you like the look of, they'll give you single-use samples to take away, so you can try before you buy.
Origins Feel Good Mini Facial, available at Origins counters nationwide
Photo: Courtesy of Origins.
Choosing from rows and rows of skincare can be a daunting task but Boots' Beautiful You Skincare Service aims to streamline the process. Just take their online skincare consultation before heading into store, where a Beauty Insider will analyse your skin to decipher its type and needs. After that, you'll be presented with a list of the best products for you so you can create the optimum skincare regime – you can even store the recommendations in an online "Beauty Cabinet" for next time.
Boots Beautiful You Skincare Service, available online and in Boots stores
Photo: Courtesy of Boots.
If you're into fragrance, the complimentary Jo Malone Fragrance Consultations are a must-try. Hosted by senior stylists in their boutiques, they'll help you discover your favourite fragrance combinations – the best thing about Jo Malone fragrances is that they can be layered to create bespoke scents. And after that, you'll be treated to a hand and arm massage at their Tasting Bar.
Jo Malone London Fragrance Consultation, available at all Jo Malone London Boutiques
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