There’s a reason why I had to wait a month to secure an appointment with April Brodie, but let me tell you—it was worth every minute. April herself is a delight, warm and welcoming from the moment we met. I was greeted first by her assistant Annie, who guided me to a plush suite at the Intercontinental in Double Bay. The atmosphere set the tone: a warmly lit room with soft, calming music, plush furnishings, and an instant sense of serenity. I knew right away I was in for something special.

April welcomed me personally and guided me through the first steps, asking me to slip into a comfy towelling dress and slippers before meeting her in the lounge. From the very start, her friendliness put me at ease. After discussing my “very basic” skincare routine—cue a few laughs from both of us—April gave me some great insights. One key takeaway: ditch the witch hazel, which she explained was stripping my skin of its natural oils and damaging my skin barrier. We talked about how it doesn’t take a 15-step routine for great skin, but a few important tweaks could make all the difference. I already felt like I was getting expert advice.

And then the treatment began, starting with a combination of lymphatic face and neck massage, deep cleansing, and her famous Buccal Fusion Facial. The Buccal facial, exclusive to April, was nothing short of transcendent. I had heard about this technique—where April massages the inside of the cheeks—but I didn’t expect to feel so deeply relaxed. I actually drifted off to sleep while she worked on my facial muscles from the inside out. It was a surreal experience, and by the time the LED light therapy and final neck massage began, I was completely transported.

The entire 90-minute session was a dream, but it’s the results that truly blew me away. My skin looked sculpted, glowing, soft, and supple all at once. I felt like a celebrity getting red-carpet-ready, and the post-treatment glow lasted long after I left. Having just reported on the Venice Film Festival, I can confidently say this is exactly the kind of treatment A-listers rely on for flawless skin. The Buccal Fusion Facial doesn’t just relax you—it sculpts and revitalises your skin like nothing else I’ve ever experienced.

April’s expertise shines through in every step. With over 40 years in the beauty industry, she’s not just about pampering; she’s driven by results. Her deep knowledge of skin physiology, combined with her qualifications in advanced treatments such as laser therapy, IPL, and dermal needling, puts her at the forefront of the skincare world. The Buccal Fusion Facial is exclusive to April, and it’s clear why elite athletes, models, and beauty experts rave about it—it’s a truly unmatched sensory experience.

For anyone looking for a skin-transforming experience that goes beyond the ordinary, I can’t recommend April Brodie’s Buccal Fusion Facial enough. It’s hands down the best facial I’ve ever had. With new treatments on the horizon, I’m already looking forward to my next appointment. You can join the waitlist here to experience this luxury for yourself in Melbourne, Sydney and London.