I'm heading over to Makati/BGC for a week for my holiday and would love some recommendations where to get a nice facial. My skin concerns are mostly to reduce blackheads and remove closed comedones (and maybe even lighten blemishes). This is somewhat my first facial in the Philippines (context: I'm Filipino, but I studied and lived abroad), so I'm not very sure which clinics are gimmicky vs legitimate haha.
I'm avoiding big names like Belo and Aivee since I read that they're notorious for not practising evidence-based medicine and it's over my budget anyway. I tried asking my friends and cousins residing there but they don't really go for facials. I'm also not sure if those derm/skin clinics in the mall are reputable since I can only judge from the reviews.
So far I've looked into Bench Skin Expert and most of their reviews are positive. Has anyone tried their Microdermabrasion therapy or chemical peels?
Thank you!