The Fire and Ice Facial is an iS Clinical treatment built around two professional masques applied one after the other. The first is warming and resurfacing. The second cools the skin and returns water to it. At Omniya in Knightsbridge the protocol is carried out by our aesthetic team and finished with iS Clinical serums, eye cream and broad-spectrum sun protection chosen according to how your skin has behaved during the appointment.
Patients tend to choose it when skin looks dull or feels rough across the surface, and when they want a brighter finish without the recovery of a stronger peel. Brightness is generally visible by the time you leave.
Allow 45 to 60 minutes. Treatments start from £180. A degree of redness immediately afterwards is common, and most patients carry on with the rest of their day.
Written by Katie Barrett, Senior Aesthetician
Medically reviewed by Dr Jules Nabet, Doctor, MD BCAM GMC: 4554558
Last reviewed 26 September 2026 · Next review 26 September 2027
Dull skin is often a surface problem. When spent cells build up unevenly, the complexion can look tired even where the underlying skin is healthy. Congestion through the pores adds to that, and fine lines linked to dehydration become easier to see. Resurfacing addresses this directly by clearing the layer that is causing it.
Tone tends to look more even afterwards, texture smoother, pores less obvious. Marks left behind once a breakout has healed can also look lighter, particularly where the problem is residual discolouration rather than anything still inflamed.
There are limiting factors to the treatment: Active acne, a rosacea flare, or a barrier that is already compromised will not be improved by exfoliating it further, and in those cases we would plan something calmer first. Deeper lines, laxity and lost volume sit outside what any surface treatment can reach. Fire and Ice works on skin quality at the surface, and your practitioner will explain if what you want requires a treatment that works lower down.
The resurfacing masque feels warm and active. Most patients describe tingling, sometimes a mild prickle, building over the first minute or two and then holding steady. It should feel active rather than painful. Your practitioner stays with you and controls how long the masque remains in contact, which is a judgement made on the day from how your skin is responding rather than a fixed number of minutes. If you feel sharp discomfort, tell your practitioner; the masque can be removed early.
The second masque cools the skin and rehydrates it. Hyaluronic acid and calming botanicals take down the heat and the tight feeling that follows active exfoliation. Where it suits your skin, cryo balls may be worked over the face during this stage to extend the cooling and make the appointment more comfortable.
Serums follow, selected for antioxidant support and recovery, then eye cream and SPF. Aftercare is explained at this point, because what we advise depends on how much heat and redness your skin produced.
Exfoliation on its own leaves skin brighter but reactive. Pairing it immediately with a cooling, water-binding masque is what allows a fairly active resurfacing step to be used without the flaking and recovery time associated with deeper peels. The refinement comes from the Fire phase; the tolerability comes from what follows it.
Smoothness and brightness show the same day. Tone continues to settle over roughly the week afterwards, and the result can last around four weeks. How long it lasts for you depends on your skin, your home care and whether you wear sun protection daily.
If you want more from the appointment, ask about the Luxe option at the time of booking. Depending on your skin and the appointment booked, it may include a facial and shoulder massage or extended work with the cryo balls. It adds time and comfort; the resurfacing protocol itself is unchanged. Duration, availability and price are confirmed before you book.
LED phototherapy can also be added. Our team will explain how it fits alongside a standard or Luxe appointment when your booking is confirmed.
varies per patient
Fire and Ice suits patients who want a cleaner, brighter and more refined look to the skin. It is often chosen before weddings, shoots, parties and work events because it gives visible polish without asking for several days of recovery.
It is also useful as part of a longer plan for dullness, rough texture, uneven tone, congestion and post-breakout marks. If you want a more structural change, such as lifting, tightening, volume replacement or treatment of deeper lines, your practitioner will explain which options are more appropriate. Fire and Ice supports skin quality at the surface; it is not a substitute for treatments that work at a deeper level.
If you would like the whole picture first, a [skin analysis](https://omniya.co.uk/treatments/skin-analysis/) appointment gives you a full assessment and a plan.
Please tell us when you book if your skin is sensitive or reactive. Champagne on Ice, our deep-cleansing facial, is often the better choice for an easily irritated skin barrier.
Some findings mean the treatment is not offered, or is moved to another date. We do not carry out this protocol in pregnancy or while breastfeeding. Current use of prescription retinoids or acne medication needs discussion before anything is applied, and will often change what we recommend.
Treatment is postponed where there is an impaired skin barrier, active dermatitis, a rosacea flare or any active skin infection. The same applies to active cold sores or a recent outbreak, to recent intense sun exposure or sunburn, and to stronger peels, laser or other resurfacing carried out within the last few weeks.
Tell your practitioner what you are actually using at home, prescribed products included. Over-the-counter retinol, exfoliating acids and strong scrubs are usually paused for a few days on either side of the appointment. Anything prescribed stays as it is unless the clinician who prescribed it has told you otherwise.
If your skin is sensitive or reactive, say so when you book. Champagne on Ice, our deep-cleansing facial, is frequently the better choice for a barrier that irritates easily.
Mild redness or sensitivity is normal and usually settles within two to six hours. Slight dryness or fine flaking for a day or two happens to some patients. Heavy peeling is not the expected pattern, and if your skin does more than this, call us.
Keep the routine simple for 48 hours: gentle cleanser, moisturiser, SPF. Leave out actives, exfoliating acids, retinoids and scrubs during that window, and avoid heat treatments and prolonged sun. If the skin still feels warm, makeup can wait until it has calmed.
Booking before an occasion is a reasonable use of this facial, and the short settling period is the reason it works. The first time, leave a few days of buffer so you learn how your own skin responds. After that your practitioner can help you schedule it closer to the date.
A chemical peel is a category rather than one treatment, so the comparison depends entirely on which peel is under consideration. A light peel can sit close to Fire and Ice in both sensation and recovery. Stronger peels reach more established pigmentation and texture concerns, at the cost of visible flaking and more downtime.
HydraFacial approaches some of the same concerns by another route, combining vortex cleansing, mild acids and extraction with hydrating serums. The two-masque iS Clinical protocol gives a more active polished finish, and suits patients who tolerate exfoliation well.
LED light therapy is calming and supportive rather than resurfacing, and is often used alongside other treatments instead of in place of them. Microneedling works below the surface, for texture, scarring and collagen stimulation. Where congestion and active breakouts are the problem, OmniClear is usually the better choice. For skin that is mainly dehydrated and lacklustre, HydrOxy is often the better starting point.
Fire and Ice can also form one part of a longer programme, with the intervals set by your practitioner so that nothing follows too soon after something stronger.
If you would like the full picture before committing to any of it, a skin analysis appointment gives you an assessment and a written plan to work from.
Benefits of the Fire & Ice Facial may include improved skin texture, reduced fine lines and wrinkles, enhanced skin hydration, and a brighter, more radiant complexion.
The duration of a Fire & Ice Facial typically ranges from 45-60 minutes.
The Fire & Ice Facial is generally suitable for most skin types, individuals with sensitive or reactive skin may opt for the Champagne on Ice treatment as a more suitable choice.
One of the advantages of the Fire & Ice Facial is that it typically involves minimal downtime. You may experience mild redness or sensitivity straight after the treatment, but this usually subsides after 2 to 6 hours.
For maintenance, many patients have it every 8 to 12 weeks. If we are working on tone, texture or post-breakout marks, a course may be spaced around four weeks apart.
The Fire & Ice Facial can be combined with other skincare treatments such as microneedling, chemical peels, or LED light therapy to enhance results and address specific skin concerns. However, it’s essential to consult with one of our skincare experts to determine the best combination of treatments for your skin.
The single treatment price is £180. A course of 3 is £495 and a course of 6 is £900.
Allow 60 minutes for the standard treatment, including the consultation at the start, both masques and finishing products. The Luxe option runs longer, and our team will confirm the timing before you book.
Warmth, tingling and a mild prickle for a few minutes. It should feel active rather than painful. If you feel sharp discomfort, tell your practitioner, as the contact time can be adjusted.
Heavy peeling is not the usual pattern. Slight dryness or fine flaking for a day or two is more common. Use a gentle cleanser and a good moisturiser, avoid active ingredients for 48 hours, wear SPF daily, and follow the specific aftercare your practitioner gives you.
The settling period is short, so this facial can be scheduled close to the date once you know how your skin responds. If it is your first Fire and Ice, leave a few days of buffer before anything important.
It suits many skin types, but not every skin on every day. Very sensitive or reactive skin, including rosacea-prone skin, is often better suited to Champagne on Ice, and your practitioner will advise you at consultation.
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