Co-founder & Chief Medical Officer Grace Skincare Clinic 2016 – Present Dr. Hun Kim Thao is a Vietnamese Dermatologist in Ho Chi Minh City. After 14 years of honing her expertise as a Dermatologist, CK1, Dr. Thao combined her passion for beauty and fashion with her love of helping clients experience increased confidence and happiness…
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The differences between beauty salon, spa and clinic
Reviewed by Dr. Hun Kim Thao
We all know skincare and beauty treatments are at the forefront of spa, beauty salon, and skincare clinic, but what are the differences between these 3 forms of beauty center? In what cases should we go to the spa and when do we need to be seen by a Dermatologist at a skincare clinic?
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Spa
The origin word of ‘spa’ is ‘Salus per aquam’ (literally translated as ‘health through water), to describe how the body gets to relax, refresh, detox, and increase blood circulation – boosted by steam bathing or bathing in water infused with aromatic herbs. These days, the spa is recognized as a place to come for pleasurable skincare and body relaxing and does arguably have some therapeutic characteristics.
Beauty salon
Provides services such as haircare, skincare, or manicure, with various methods like massaging, masking, or basic beauty therapies. Beauty salons do not have a medical orientation, do not have dermatologists practicing like in a skincare clinic, and are not as relaxing as a spa. They may claim to offer certain types of treatments, but offerings vary greatly.
Skincare clinic
A medical facility, with licensed trained medical and Dermatology staff, where consultation and treatment services cover a range of medical and cosmetic skin issues:
- Medical Issues: diagnosis and treat skin problems and skin diseases such as acne, melasma, warts, psoriasis, eczema, fungus, herpes, rash, and allergy.
- Aging Skin Solutions provide medically based treatments for aging skin including wrinkles, skin laxity, and dull skin tone.
- Cosmetic skin health treatments: scar removal, acne scar treatment, hair loss, hair removal, or tattoo removal, reduce the size of large pores.
- Preventative skincare: advice and regular medically oriented services to avoid skin problems and minimize and reverse signs of aging.
- Skin health maintenance programs: for clients who want medically oriented treatments and treatment programs to ensure that their skin remains healthy and glowing
Skincare clinics comply with strict medical standards, especially international clinics, which are guided by WHO (World Health Organization) rules for skincare clinics. All skincare clinics have licensed and trained Dermatologists (Doctors who specialize in the skin), although some only offer general Dr’s, who provide medical examination and consultation for clients.
Some Therapies like massage, or facial care, are done by nurses or therapists with qualifications. A skin care clinic is highly therapeutic and designed for those who want to address the medical and cosmetic causes of skin problems with medically-based solutions. While comfort and relaxation are important and not to be avoided considerations so clients can have a great experience, the focus and priority are on skin health results.
However, the confusion is that some spas and beauty centers now offer services that were once only offered only by Skincare Clinics and strictly regulated medical facilities such as melasma treatment, tattoo removal, or skin whitening.
When deciding where to go for any serious issue with your skin, we strongly recommend going to a dermatologist for consultation, examination, treatment, and skin care services. We sadly treat too many clients with injuries, sometimes permanent skin injuries suffered from doing their own skin peel at home, or visiting a spa or beauty center for acne treatment, skin whitening programs, or laser treatment. A Skincare Clinic with its’ medical expertise should be the first place to go to determine your skin condition, followed by medically based and proven treatment for your issues.
Grace Skincare Clinic is a medical and cosmetic dermatology clinic that meets all the highest international standards of a Dermatology clinic, assure that:
- Dermatologist are always available for consultation and examination
- The facility is equipped with the most modern devices and equipment that are always in the highest hygienic condition.
- No indiscriminate recommendations and selling unnecessary or unwanted products to customers is allowed
Grace Skincare Clinic
An international cosmetic dermatology clinic in Vietnam using FDA and CE-approved medical devices and treatments.
Mayfair Suites, 102ABC Cong Quynh, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Viet Nam
Book your appointment: https://www.graceskinclinic.com/book-now
Tel: 0822-531-223
Hotline: 0961-796-809
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Lencci Tran
0-09-2019 "I would love to thank Dr. Hun Kim Thao and her amazing staffs for helping me through a skin improving journey over an almost year while I was staying in HCM. I received acne facial and peel every other week and the service was superb! Each procedure was well explained and Dr.Thao was very attentive. I loved her holistic way of approach to improve patient's skin. Not only she prescribed very effective acne gel but also shared great tips such as reducing the amount of simple carb intake, cutting down sugar, and most importantly highlighting the importance of getting enough sleep. She even recommended a well known doctor in town who could help me with my sleeping problem. In addition, the price was very reasonable and I was very happy with all the service I got from Grace Skin Clinic. Oh Dr. Thao even asked her staff to make me a cup of tea one day as she she thought I looked overly exhausted. I was very moved. How warm hearted she is! I will definitely recommend this place to anyone who wants to check up their skin and improve their skin. Amazing place!"
Youngjoo Shin – Expat living in HCM
This place is amazing; they help me improve my terrible skin condition which had affected my identity, and my confidence for many years. I have been visiting Grace Clinic during summer time for the past two years, and every time I am here, they create a different program in order to fit my skin condition and my limited time. Furthermore, people from Grace Clinic always greet me with warm hearts. They once invited me to have boba tea with them which made me no longer feel like a customer but a friend which it has created a friendship overtime. I cannot stress how highly I would recommend this place. Again, they are amazing and very professional. There is one thing, you can do walk-in just fine but it would be better if you schedule the appointment so they can prepare and create the best service for you.
An Nguyen – HCMC University Student (Overseas)
I absolutely love the ladies of Grace Skincare. I was staying in Saigon for 6 months and came here with acne and a congested skin from my travels. So happy I found them! Their prices are reasonable compared to other “expat” clinic that I went to. I bought the 10 facial package for a really good price and am really happy with the result of my skin after following all of their consultations. Acne has cleared up and now we’re focusing on my other skin concerns such as dark spots and hyperpigmentation. I highly recommend this clinic. They truly want you to walk out with skin you feel confident in. I’m going to miss this place and the ladies I got to connect with during my time here. Amazing results · Expert facials · Great deals · Professional products ·Licensed skin care professional · Experienced skin care professionals
Deanna Hong – HCMC, Yoga Instructor
Hey guys it’s been 3 weeks since we came for our treatment. I can honestly say it’s the best I have had done. Andrew and I look fresh without being overdone. We both had people say how refreshed we look after our holiday. Honestly they wouldn’t be saying that if they knew how much beer and yummy Vietnamese food we consumed when we were there. I can honestly say Andrew and I will be back. And I am telling all my friends how fantastic you guys are and how professional the consultation was. I have yet to find someone in Australia who is so thorough. Thank you, Kylie
Ms Kylie, HCMC, tourist
I had a acne treatment here last month and now it's improved a lot. I must say that this place is very professional, modern equipment, especially the thoughtful doctor! I'm impressed!
Ms Nana, HCMC, tourist
Grace Skincare Clinic has a great and friendly service and that have a centrally located clinic. I highly recommend them!
Alexis Linh Ly, HCMC- Business Owner
The owners are wonderful people. I had a good experience and can sincerely and highly recommend everything about Grace Skincare Clinic!
Sandra Menhart – New York, NY, Visiting Profesor
I was so embarrassed with the scars and pigmentation marks on my face. These are from old sports injuries and harsh products on my legs from childhood accidents. I am fed up with using so much concealer makeup on my face and am never able to wear a skirt with confidence. I heard about the Grace Skincare Clinic pigmentation lightening treatment from a friend. I took 6 treatments & used skincare product as Dr. Thao instructed and now my skin is beautiful and permanently clear. It was worth every penny.
Laura May
as Tet is coming, I highly recommend this place for a weekend retreat, skin detoxing or even an urgent package to soothe and smooth your skin. I got back my healthy skin after just 02 week following the instruction of Dr Thao Hun and it cost me 200,000 for medical consultation fee only. Wonderful!
Ms.Uyen, Ho Chi Minh City