Facials and other forms of pampering don’t come cheap—unless you know where to score the best deals. According to Real Simple, facials can cost anywhere between $60 and $250, and that’s before taxes and gratuity. However, you can get one free of charge at Nordstrom and Neiman Marcus. The luxury department stores provide a host of complimentary in-store services, like makeup tutorials and personalized styling, but what many don’t know is that both retailers also offer free facials.
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How to get a free facial at Neiman Marcus
Neiman Marcus offers complimentary facials at select locations. These range from 45 to 60 minutes and are performed by licensed aestheticians, per the store’s spa services page. Additionally, guests can pick from a wide inventory of brands and products that will be used for the facial. Services vary from addressing skincare concerns to regular upkeep, such as:
- Neiman Marcus signature facial (includes full skin analysis)
- Calming facial
- Hydration facial
- Age-defying facial
- Detox facial
- Facials for men
Booking a facial at Neiman Marcus is super easy. You can reach out to the store directly or use the online booking tool to make an appointment.
While most facials are free, some might be subject to a cost. It’s also worth noting that Neiman Marcus estheticians don’t accept tips, and there is no fee for canceling or missing an appointment. However, the store does ask that you notify them if your schedule changes.
There’s also no purchase requirement to get a free facial. TikToker @heretobeinfluenced got a complimentary 45-minute facial at Neiman Marcus and admitted she was “kind of surprised” that the store associate “really did not product push.”
“I think I thought because it was free, it was going to be a little gimmicky or maybe kind of short, but it was a real facial by a licensed esthetician, and she was so nice and so knowledgeable,” she said in a TikTok video. “She also used a lot of really clean skincare products with low ingredients, which is really important to me. So, 10 out of 10 would recommend.”
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How to get a free facial at Nordstrom
Nordstrom also offers a variety of complimentary in-store beauty services, including facials. The type (a hydra facial vs. a micro-needling facial) and duration vary among the participating brands, but a comprehensive list of available services can be found online, but some beauty brands Nordstrom partners with are:
- Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare
- Estēe Lauder
- Fresh
- Kate Somerville
- Kiehl’s
- La Mer
If you’re looking for a specific type of facial, La Mer might be your best option. The company offers the most services (six), which range from hydration to anti-aging. Or, if you’re new to facials or have sensitive skin, Fresh and Kate Somerville have basic, personalized treatment options.
No appointment is necessary; simply find the brand’s counter within your local Nordstrom store to book your free facial!
