Expert guides, rankings, and price breakdowns for makeup, lashes, massage, and aesthetics in BGC & Metro Manila.

The Spa at Greenbelt 5 and Chi Spa at Shangri-La consistently rank #1 in Makati for massage quality, safety, and experience.
BGC has limited budget options but Flawless and SkinStation offer affordable treatments under ₱1,000.
Belo Medical Group, Calayan Clinic, and Luminisce are the gold standard for luxury facial treatments in Manila.
Home service massage in Pasay costs ₱800–₱2,000 total. Use verified booking platforms for safe, professional service.
The Nail Parlour at High Street is consistently rated BGC's best nail salon with a 4.8 rating and premium gel art services.
Luminisce and Belo Medical are top-rated in Makati for aesthetic treatments. Both are DOH-accredited with 4.8+ ratings.
Aura Wellness at Tomas Morato is the top-rated spa in QC with consistent quality at mid-range prices.
Start with mall-based spas in BGC or Makati. Budget ₱800–₱1,500. Always verify licenses. Tip 10–15%.
BGC hosts many professional MUAs specializing in events. Popular services include airbrush, contouring, and bridal packages ranging ₱2,000–₱10,000.
BGC hosts top makeup schools including Makeup Designory (MUD), offering programs from beginner to advanced commercial makeup artistry.
Professional makeup artist prices in BGC range from ₱3,500 to ₱15,000 depending on service type, experience, and event complexity.
Top glam makeup services in BGC are offered by Makeup Heaven, Glam Central, and Beauty Luxe Salon. Prices typically range ₱2,000–₱8,000.
BGC is home to many editorial makeup artists experienced in photoshoots, commercials, and fashion. Rates start at ₱5,000 per session.
The BGC Korean makeup look combines dewy skin, soft blush, gradient lips, and defined straight brows. Popular salons offer this K-beauty inspired service.
Human Nature and Sunnies Face lead the natural makeup scene in BGC, with organic options available at specialty stores and eco-conscious salons.
Top semi-permanent makeup in BGC includes microblading (₱8,000–₱15,000), powder brows, lip blushing, and eyeliner tattoo by certified artists.
BGC has several reputable eyebrow embroidery salons offering microblading and ombre brows at ₱5,000–₱15,000. Browhaus and The Brow Studio are top picks.
Semi-permanent lip tint (lip blush) in BGC costs ₱8,000–₱18,000 and lasts 2–3 years. Popular options include Korean-style gradient lip and full lip color.
BGC has several walk-in makeup touch-up services at malls and salons. The Beauty Bar, Benefit Brow Bar, and local MUAs offer express touch-ups from ₱500.
BGC makeup packages start at ₱1,500 for basic looks and go up to ₱15,000+ for premium bridal packages including hair and touch-up.
HD makeup in BGC ranges from ₱2,500–₱7,000 per session. Top brands used include Make Up For Ever, MAC, and NARS for a flawless high-definition finish.
Browhaus, Strokes Prime, and Hikari Studio are top-rated eyelash extension salons in BGC. Classic sets start at ₱2,000, volume from ₱3,000.
Top lash salons in BGC include Browhaus, The Lash Lounge, Ayumi Japan Eyelash, and Hikari Studio — all known for precision and quality.
For the best results in BGC, look for certified lash technicians, hypoallergenic adhesives, and salons with 4.5+ ratings. Browhaus and Strokes are top recommendations.
Affordable eyelash extensions in BGC start at ₱1,500 for classic sets. Budget-friendly salons include Lash & Brow Haven and Glam & Glow.
Lash lifts in BGC cost ₱1,000–₱2,500 and last 6–8 weeks. Top salons include Browhaus and local lash studios with certified technicians.
Lash tinting in BGC costs ₱500–₱1,500 and lasts 4–6 weeks. Great for enhancing light or sparse lashes without mascara.
Classic lash sets in BGC: ₱2,000–₱4,000. Volume: ₱3,000–₱5,000. Hybrid: ₱3,500–₱5,500. Mega volume: ₱4,500–₱7,000. Refills every 2–3 weeks.
Volume lashes in BGC create a fuller, more dramatic look by applying 2–6 extensions per natural lash. Top salons charge ₱3,000–₱5,000.
Classic lash extensions in BGC apply one extension per natural lash for a natural, elegant look. Sets start at ₱2,000 at top BGC lash salons.
Mega volume lashes attach 6–16 ultra-fine extensions per lash for maximum density. In BGC, prices range ₱4,500–₱7,000 per full set.
Best eyebrow shaping in BGC includes threading (₱300–₱500), waxing, and microblading. Top places include The Brow Studio, Browhaus, and Benefit Brow Bar.
Brow lamination in BGC costs ₱1,500–₱3,000 and lasts 6–8 weeks. Creates fluffy, feathered brows without the need for daily styling.
Eyebrow tinting in BGC costs ₱500–₱1,500 and lasts 4–6 weeks. Popular at salons like Browhaus, The Brow Studio, and Korean beauty-inspired studios.
Microblading in BGC costs ₱10,000–₱20,000 and lasts 12–18 months. Look for certified artists with portfolios. Top places include The Brow Studio and Browhaus.
Top brow embroidery in BGC combines microblading and shading for natural, fuller-looking brows. Prices range ₱8,000–₱15,000 with results lasting 1–2 years.
Top lash salons near BGC include Browhaus at Bonifacio High Street, Ayumi Japan Eyelash at SM Aura, and Strokes Prime at Uptown Mall.
Korean lash extensions in BGC use ultra-fine fibers for a natural, feathery look. Prices range ₱2,500–₱5,500. Ayumi Japan Eyelash and Strokes Prime are top picks.
Manila City's best massage spas include The Spa at Manila Hotel, Mandarin Spa, and urban wellness centers near Ermita and Malate. Rates start from ₱600.
Ermita and Malate in Manila offer a wide range of massage options from budget street-level spas at ₱400 to mid-tier wellness centers at ₱1,500. Know what to look for.
Binondo offers authentic Chinese tui na, acupressure, and reflexology at ₱300–₱900. Traditional methods passed down through generations are widely available.
Near Intramuros, top spa picks are clustered along Taft Avenue and Roxas Boulevard. Hotel day spas at Bayleaf and Heritage Hotel offer the most polished experience.
The closest massage options to SM Manila are located along Taft Avenue and Padre Faura. Basic reflexology starts at ₱450, full-body Swedish from ₱750.
Manila City has dozens of budget massage options under ₱700. Foot reflexology (60 min) from ₱350, body massage from ₱500 at reputable walk-in centers near Quiapo and Divisoria.
Manila City has several 24-hour massage options near Ermita and along Roxas Boulevard. These are mostly foot spa and Swedish massage centers operating overnight for around ₱500–₱900.
Manila's top hotels offer day spa access including Manila Hotel, Sofitel, and Bayleaf. Day use rates range ₱2,500–₱8,000 including pool access, sauna, and one treatment.
Best Japanese massage in Manila includes authentic shiatsu at Japanese-run wellness centers in Ermita and Makati. Shiatsu sessions start at ₱800 for 60 minutes.
Manila has hundreds of reflexology centers, particularly in Quiapo, Ermita, and Chinatown. Standard 60-min foot reflexology costs ₱300–₱600 citywide.
Pasay's best massage spas are near MOA and Entertainment City. Top picks include hotel spas at Sofitel and Conrad, plus standalone wellness centers starting at ₱700.
Near MOA you'll find wellness centers inside the mall complex and along the bay area. Options range from ₱400 basic foot spa to ₱3,000 premium body treatments.
Near NAIA terminals, you'll find massage options at airport hotels (Quest, Remington) and nearby wellness centers along Andrews Avenue. Great for layovers or post-flight recovery.
Entertainment City's integrated casino resorts — Solaire, City of Dreams, Okada, and Conrad — all feature world-class spas. Day packages range ₱3,000–₱12,000.
Solaire's own Solaire Spa is top-rated, but nearby options at City of Dreams and Okada also offer premium services. Standalone wellness centers nearby start at ₱800.
Top hotel spas in Pasay include Chi Spa at Sofitel (best overall), Conrad Spa, and Solaire Spa. Day packages include access to facilities and signature treatments.
Budget massage in Pasay starts at ₱450 for foot reflexology and ₱650 for full-body options. Best value spots are along Taft Extension and near Baclaran.
Pasay has reliable late-night massage options near MOA and Entertainment City. Several standalone centers operate until 2–3am, with full-body massage from ₱700.
Outside BGC, Taguig has excellent massage spots in McKinley Hill, Fort Bonifacio Village, and near C5. Local wellness centers offer great value from ₱550–₱1,500.
Pasig City has a growing wellness scene across Ortigas, Kapitolyo, and Bridgetowne. Quality massage centers with rates from ₱600–₱2,000 cater to both professionals and residents.
Kapitolyo in Pasig is a trendy food and wellness hub. Boutique spas and wellness studios offer Thai, Swedish, and holistic treatments in a laid-back environment from ₱700.
Shaw Boulevard area has several reliable massage options near Shangri-La Plaza and SM Megamall. Walking-distance spas offer rates from ₱500–₱1,800.
McKinley Hill in Taguig has premium wellness options catering to the expat community and Venetian residents. Top spas offer full-body treatments from ₱1,200–₱4,000.
Arcovia City along C5 in Pasig is a growing mixed-use development with access to wellness centers. Nearby spas offer modern treatments from ₱700–₱2,500.
Bridgetowne on the Pasig-QC border is an emerging wellness destination. Spas and wellness studios are opening regularly, with rates from ₱800–₱3,000.
Mandaluyong has a solid wellness scene near EDSA Shangri-La and SM Megamall. Rates range from ₱500 for basic foot spa to ₱2,500 for premium full-body treatments.
San Juan City around Greenhills and Wilson Street has quality spas and wellness centers. Korean-influenced beauty services are particularly popular here from ₱600–₱2,000.
Marikina has a relaxed wellness scene with community-based massage centers. Foot reflexology and Swedish massage are popular, with rates starting at ₱350 — among the most affordable in Metro Manila.
Paranaque has diverse massage options from budget centers near Baclaran (₱400–₱700) to premium spots in BF Homes and Multinational Village (₱1,000–₱2,500).
Las Pinas has quality wellness options near Alabang-Zapote Road and SM Southmall. Local spas offer solid massage services from ₱500–₱1,800 in a quieter, suburban setting.
Muntinlupa's Alabang district has Metro Manila's finest southern wellness centers. Upscale spas in Filinvest City and Madrigal Business Park offer premium services from ₱1,200–₱5,000.
Valenzuela City has growing wellness options particularly along McArthur Highway and near SM Valenzuela. Local massage centers offer affordable rates from ₱400–₱1,200.
Caloocan City has budget-friendly massage options in both North and South sectors. Malabon Road and EDSA-Caloocan area have walk-in centers with rates from ₱350–₱900.
Manila Bay's spa scene spans Sofitel, Manila Hotel, and boutique wellness centers along Roxas Boulevard. Sunset views combined with premium treatments make this a unique Manila experience.
Makati's top spas include Chi at Shangri-La, The Spa at Ayala, and boutique wellness centers in Legazpi Village. Expect premium treatments from PHP 800–3,500 depending on the type of service.
BGC's best spas include Belo Medical Group, The Wellbeing Studio, and upscale hotel spas at Shangri-La and Bonifacio Hotel. Prices range from PHP 900–4,000 for signature treatments.
Manila's best spas include Sofitel Manila's So Spa, The Manila Hotel Spa, and several boutique wellness centers in Malate and Ermita. Budget options start at PHP 500.
Alabang's top spas include Nurture Wellness Village, The Healing Touch, and day spas near Westgate and Festival Mall. Prices range from PHP 600–2,500 for signature treatments.
Quezon City's best spas include upscale options in Eastwood City, Scout Rallos area wellness studios, and mall-based day spas at SM North and TriNoma. Treatments start at PHP 500.
Makati's luxury spa scene is led by Chi Spa at Shangri-La, The Peninsula Spa, and Mandarin Oriental's Spa. Expect royal-level treatments from PHP 2,500–8,000 per session.
BGC's luxury spas include Shangri-La The Fort's CHI Spa, Seda BGC wellness, and upscale boutique studios. Premium treatments range from PHP 2,000–7,000 per session.
Top day spas in Makati offer half-day and full-day packages starting at PHP 1,200. Popular choices include The Sanctuario Spa and wellness centers near Greenbelt.
BGC day spa packages include massages, facials, and body treatments. Most full-day packages range from PHP 1,500–4,500, perfect for a weekend wellness escape.
Makati's best couples spa options include romantic suites at Peninsula Spa and Shangri-La. Couples packages start at PHP 2,500 for 90-minute sessions with matching treatments.
BGC offers excellent couples spa packages at Shangri-La The Fort and boutique wellness studios. Couple sessions range from PHP 2,000–5,500 with complimentary wine or tea.
Makati's finest hotel spas are at Shangri-La Makati (CHI Spa), The Peninsula Manila, and Mandarin Oriental. Day use packages start at PHP 1,500 for non-guests.
BGC hotel spas are led by Shangri-La The Fort's CHI Spa, Seda BGC, and boutique wellness hotels. Non-guest day use rates start at PHP 1,200.
Affordable facials in Makati start at PHP 350–800 at popular clinics like Flawless, Dermclinic, and local beauty studios in Poblacion and Guadalupe.
BGC has affordable facial options starting at PHP 450 at clinic chains like Flawless Face and Body, and aesthetic studios along 5th Avenue and High Street.
Cheap facials in Manila start at PHP 250–500 at local beauty salons, SM Beauty Centers, and affordable clinics in Quiapo, Binondo, and Ermita.
Facial prices in Makati range from PHP 350 (basic) to PHP 5,000+ (premium HydraFacial or laser facials). Mid-range facials at reputable clinics cost PHP 800–1,800.
Facial prices in BGC start at PHP 450 for basic facials and go up to PHP 6,000 for premium treatments. Average mid-range facial at a reputable BGC clinic costs PHP 1,200–2,500.
Makati has facial clinics in every major area — Greenbelt, Ayala Triangle, Salcedo Village, Legazpi, and Poblacion. Most are open daily from 10am–9pm.
BGC facial clinics are clustered around High Street, 5th Avenue, and Market! Market!. Most are open daily 10am–9pm with walk-in and online booking available.
Home service facials in Makati start at PHP 700–1,200 for 60–90 minutes. Book via GrabBeauty, Kaya Services, or direct booking with certified estheticians who serve Ayala, Rockwell, and BGC condos.
Makati's best skin whitening treatments include laser toning at Belo and Luminisce, glutathione IV drips, and chemical peels. Prices start at PHP 1,500–8,000 per session depending on the treatment.
BGC's top skin whitening options include laser toning at Belo BGC, InjectAesthetics, and premium brightening facials. Most clinics offer package deals starting at PHP 5,000 for 3 sessions.
Manila skin whitening clinics offer treatments from PHP 800 (basic brightening facial) to PHP 6,000 (laser toning). Popular choices include Flawless, Skin Station, and derma clinics near SM Manila.
Makati's best whitening clinics include Belo Medical Group (Greenbelt), Luminisce on Dela Rosa, and Flawless along Ayala Avenue. Book consultations online for personalized treatment plans.
BGC's top whitening clinics include Belo Medical Group at High Street, SkinStation BGC, and boutique derma studios along 5th Avenue. Most accept walk-ins and online bookings.
Our 2026 top whitening clinic ranking in Makati: 1) Luminisce, 2) Belo Medical Group, 3) The Skin Inc., 4) Dermclinic, 5) Flawless. Rankings based on results, safety, and patient reviews.
Top 2026 whitening clinic ranking in BGC: 1) Belo BGC, 2) Luminisce High Street, 3) SkinStation BGC, 4) The Aivee Clinic, 5) Flawless BGC. Ranked by patient outcomes and clinic quality.
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