Why Biologique Recherche’s Luxurious Body Treatment Is the Ultimate Skin Reset

Festive reunions, parties and way too much food. Fun can leave anyone feeling a little run down, that’s why this time of year is an opportune time to recalibrate and invest in self-care, like a solid body treatment. Most men tend to stick to the basics with skincare, but the reality is, your body deserves more than a quick shower and lotion. A professional body treatment can address deeper concerns, giving your skin the attention it needs to look and feel its best.

Timing is everything when it comes to body treatments. The start of the year is an ideal time to embrace such as many body treatments, especially those targeting texture or pigmentation, show their best results over weeks or months. Plus, they often require some downtime — time better spent relaxing over the holidays than worrying about baring skin in summer. By planning as early as now, you’ll see the full benefits just in time for March.

As we age, our skin’s natural renewal slows down, leaving behind a build-up of dead cells. All that build-up leads to dullness, rough patches, ingrown hair and even wrinkles. Regular exfoliation, both facial and body, is more than essential for maintaining healthy, vibrant skin. And while you can attempt this at home with scrubs and chemical exfoliants, there’s a significant advantage to letting the experts handle it. They know what they’re doing, and body treatments go way beyond what you can achieve with drugstore products.

I found this out firsthand. After feeling like my routine needed an upgrade, I started looking for something effective yet indulgent by combing through recommendations and reviews. That’s when I came across Biologique Recherche, a French skincare brand known for its science-backed approach and luxury treatments.

Founded in the late 1970s by biologist Yvan Allouche and physiotherapist Josette Allouche, Biologique Recherche has become a global leader in personalised skincare, with a reputation built on high concentrations of active ingredients tailored to each individual’s skin. What began as a research and development lab for beauty professionals has grown into a brand present in over 80 countries, all while maintaining its commitment to artisanal craftsmanship. Intrigued by its tailored methodology, I booked a session at Chi, The Spa at Edsa Shangri-La, Manila, which turned out to be exactly what I had been looking for.

From the moment I stepped into the spa, I could tell I was about to do something good for my skin — and myself. The atmosphere alone had me in the right headspace, but it was the treatment that truly sealed the deal. After changing into a robe, I lay down on the massage bed and the treatment began with the Gommage P50 Corps. It’s packed with Biologique Recherche’s famous Lotion P50 and a mix of natural grains and acids designed to scrub dead skin cells away and stimulate renewal. The therapist worked it into my skin with slow, firm motions, and after letting it sit, I rinsed it off in the shower. Even then, my skin felt noticeably smoother.

Next came the Crème MSR-H Corps, which is basically the heavyweight champion of body creams. It’s loaded with hydrating and anti-ageing ingredients that restore elasticity and moisture. While its primary aim is to restore elasticity and balance for ageing skin, I’d argue that anyone could benefit from its deeply nourishing formula.

When the 75-minute session ended, I walked out feeling like I’d just hit the reset button on my body. My skin felt ridiculously smooth, and I could already tell it was looking better — more even, more refreshed and ready to take on whatever came next. There wasn’t a moment during the treatment where I wasn’t thinking, “Okay, I can get used to this.” It wasn’t just about relaxation — it was about investing in myself, and that’s something I don’t plan on skipping anytime soon.