Turns out, a pandemic won’t stop anyone hell-bent on attaining perfect skin.

After a much-needed lockdown, facials and in-clinic treatments are back and in-demand as ever. Shops are opening up with strict safety measures in place, clients flock in from all parts of the city just to get a chance to try their favorite treatments. And who better to aid your pandemic glow up than Belo?

The Belo Medical Group offers a myriad of treatments that can remedy common skin problems, such as acne scars, chicken skin, uneven skin texture, dry skin, fine lines, large pores, and so much more. They’re also known for their celebrity clientele, and stars like Anne Curtis, Liza Soberano, and Nadine Lustre all swear by their go-to treatments at the famed esthetic clinic.

What does Belo do?

Belo Medical Group, founded by Dr. Vicki Belo, is one of the first medical aesthetic clinics in the country to introduce now-popular cosmetic procedures that treat a number of skin conditions and aesthetic problems. These include liposuction, non-surgical treatments, body lasers, and so much more. Since then, they have become one of the most commercially successful clinics in the industry.

If you want to get the A-list treatment yourself, here are 7 of the best procedures to get. 

Our Favorite Procedures from the Belo Medical Group

#1: Mermaid Facial Treatment by Belo

Treatment Price: Php 7,000 (without cleaning), Php 7,500 (with cleaning)

Targets: Dull skin, fine lines and wrinkles, dry skin

Why We Love It: Visible effects after just one session

If you’re one of the thousands who envies Ivana Alawi’s radiant skin, try the Mermaid Facial treatment. The 3-step procedure is perfect for those who have a dry to normal complexion as it provides a refreshing feel that leaves the skin looking luminous.

This Belo skin rejuvenation treatment uses Deep Wash technology that harnesses microbubbles to effectively target and treat dull skin. 

Curious about the idea behind its name? Just like mermaids who thrive when they’re near a body of water, your skin needs hydration to look and feel its best! The treatment promises island girl glowing skin after just a few sessions.

#2: Acne Treatments: Belo Glycopeel Cleaning Treatment

Treatment Price: Starts at Php 1,800 per session

Targets: Acne-prone skin, Oily skin

Why We Love It: It’s affordable!

Dry and dull skin isn’t the only problem one might face. When it comes to difficult-to-treat skin conditions, acne scars are probably at the top of the list. Luckily, there are a few treatments at Belo that aim to fix just that. One of them is the glycopeel cleaning treatment, and here’s why we love it.

First, it’s pretty much a basic procedure that is suitable for most skin types. It uses chemical exfoliation, specifically with fruit acid, to “kickstart” the natural exfoliation process, removing dirt and debris that clog your pores. This results in supple, brighter-looking skin even without makeup.

Another reason we love this Belo procedure is because it’s affordable at less than Php 2,000 per session (prices stated may vary without prior notice). For anyone struggling with oily skin or acne-prone skin, we recommend trying this treatment out to see how your skin feels. There’s also pretty much no downtime, just mild discomfort after the procedure that goes away after a few minutes.

#3: Glass Skin Facial Treatment by Belo

Treatment Price: Php 8,300 per session

Targets: Hyperpigmented skin, Dull skin, Uneven skin tone and skin texture

Why We Love It: No downtime

Here’s a procedure that your favorite celebs can’t get enough of. Liza Soberano, Catriona Gray, and Bianca Umali all love the Glass Skin Facial, a staple when it comes to skin rejuvenation. Let’s face it, if it’s good enough for Miss Universe, it’s good enough for us. 

So what exactly makes this Belo procedure special? The secret is hyaluronic acid, and lots of it. Large amounts of the moisturizer are infused into the skin using an advanced ultrasound to penetrate deeply into the skin cells and hydrate from within. 

The result is glowing skin that looks like it reflects light. The moisture not only irradiates the skin, but prevents acne, fine lines, and wrinkles. Our favorite part? There’s no down time, and it’s suitable for all skin types with only minimal discomfort, if any at all.

Pro-tip: Belo has a lot of seasonal discounts, so try to get this at a cheaper price!

#4: Underarms Lightening Treatment: Belo Skin Master Botanicals

Treatment Price: Starts at Php 2,750 per session

Targets: Wrinkles, Lines, Skin elasticity, Chicken skin

Why We Love It: It’s a mix of the best Belo services

Summer may be over, but it’s never too late to start working for your bikini body. Underarm treatments typically require multiple sessions over a few months for visible effects. If you book a session at the clinic now, then you’ll have pits-perfect underarms by the time dry season rolls back around.

Belo Skin Master is a mix of various technologies, such as Micro Diode Laser, Lotti Micro Current, and Ultrasonic Waves to effectively brighten underarms. These services also help patients who have bumpy skin from shaving, waxing, or previously unsuccessful in-clinic services they’ve tried.

This unique Belo procedure takes 90 minutes, all of which are spent cleansing, exfoliating, and moisturizing the underarms to bring back naturally supple skin. 

#5: Laser Hair Removal Treatment: GentleMax Pro

Treatment Price: Starts at Php 5,600

Targets: Unwanted hair, Spider veins

Why We Love It: It’s quick

No one likes excess hairs growing in weird areas of our body. Belo offers three laser hair removal treatments that vary in length and pain level, including the Light Sheer diode, Cool Glide laser, Harmony SHR. 

For this section we’ll be focusing on the GentleMax Pro, or the G-Max Pro, a mid-range in-clinic Belo treatment that only takes a few minutes (and slight minimal discomfort) to zap away stray hairs and spider veins. It combines Nd:YAG and Alexandrite lasers for efficiency. Belo beauty Heaven Peralejo recommends this for the face too — it’s perfect for skin tightening and stimulating collagen production.

#6 Dr. FRANZ Face Masks Treatment for Skin Tightening

Treatment Price: Php 3,200 for 2 sets

Targets: Skin aging

Why We Love It: It’s a take-home mask — you don’t have to leave the house!

Have you ever heard of a Dual Anti-Aging face mask with microcurrent technology that you can just pop on at home? That’s exactly what the Belo Dr. Franz masks do. Packed with high concentrations of anti-aging ingredients infused deep into the skin using patented XTM technology. That way, the moisture and hydration goes super deep into the skin, and it results in some awesome skin tightening effects and collagen production.

What exactly are these ingredients, you ask? The core ingredients, according to the Belo website, are sodium hyaluronate, ceramide NP, Xylitol extract complex, and a Vitamin complex that consists of 10 different vitamins to plump up the skin.

You can order two sets at the Belo store and try it on at home. 

#7: Vivace Treatments – Vivace Rejuvenation Treatment/Vivace Acne Treatment for Acne Scars

Treatment Price: Php 19,000 per session
Targets: Acne, Acne scars, Clogged pores, Dull skin, Sagging, Uneven skin tone
Why We Love It: It combines two treatments in one

Our last Belo beauty pick is none other than their Vivace acne treatment. Known for its unique combination of radio frequency (RF) and microneedling technology, the Vivace facial can get rid of stubborn acne, acne scars, hyperpigmentation, and so much more. 

With the help of RF, the machine uses 36 tiny needles (called microneedles) to prick specific areas of the skin. This triggers the skin’s healing process, which includes collagen production and basically rebuilding the site of injury. The result is a youthful complexion like never before, free of acne, scarring, clogged pores, aging lines — and so much more.

Final Note

From supple skin to tightened pores, it seems there’s nothing Belo can’t do for their patients. We say: if you’re going to go all-out for your skin, go with a trusted clinic like Belo. After all, our body is an investment, and we should never settle for less.

What about you? Do you have your Belo go-to’s? Share them with us in the comments below!

Looking for other clinics? Take a look at our reviews of the treatments in Aivee Clinic.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Is Belo a dermatologist?

Dr. Vicki Belo is a dermatologist and a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery, and the International Society of Cosmetic Laser Surgeons, although she is not a board-certified member of the Philippine Dermatology Society. Dr. Belo obtained her diploma at the Institute of Dermatology in Bangkok, Thailand, and has since furthered her studies in many international schools of medicine.

How much is the consultation fee in Belo?

Patients can get a consultation at Belo for Php 600.

How much is Belo product?

Belo has plenty of skincare products and treatments you can purchase on their online store or in your local drugstores. To see a full list of prices, head over to the Belo Shop.