Inside Sydney’s New Sanctuary: My Afternoon at Rêve Skin + Beauty (Lash Lift, Manicure Rescue, HydroFacial)

First impressions
 some places feel less like appointments and more like little life resets. Rêve Skin + Beauty in Annandale is one of those places. Sydney’s newest women-only sanctuary is changing the beauty game not with gimmicks, but with a thoughtful mix of luxury, science and heart. You walk in and the first thing that hits you isn’t the décor (though it’s chic and calming) — it’s the vibe. This is beauty without pretence. The team greet you like an old friend, the space hums with warmth, and you remember what it feels like to be properly taken care of.

I booked the parenting trifecta in this sequence: lash lift and tint, manicure, then HydroFacial. Doing eyes first means you’re fresh and fluttery for the rest of the visit; nails next so they can set; facial last so you float out glowing with nothing pressing to do but enjoy it.

Lashes, But Better

If you’ve ever braced for that tell-tale eye sting mid lash treatment, you’ll know the nerves. This time there was none. The lift and tint were measured to my eye shape, so the result looked fresh and open rather than over-curled. Brows were shaped with restraint — tidier and more awake, still me. I left that room looking like I’d had eight hours’ sleep and maybe a little holiday.

Mani Magic 


I arrived with the kind of nails you hide at the checkout. My BIAB gel had been pushed far past its prime and a few nails were MIA. Instead of side-eye, I got a smile and a simple, “We’ll sort it.” My technician, Sara worked like a restorer, bringing each nail back from the brink without a hint of judgement. She prepped, built shape and perfected the finish with patience you can’t fake. I went classic bubble-gum pink, elevated with a fine glitter top coat that caught the light in the happiest way. Cue the “admire your hands on the steering wheel” moment at the first red light.

The Facial That Feels Like Therapy

Rêve’s facials are evidence-based and built around real skin health. The HydroFacial worked like a deep yet gentle reset: cleanse, light exfoliation and targeted infusion that left my skin bouncy and light-catching instead of red and overworked. Makeup glided on for days afterwards, and the aftercare was refreshingly simple — sensible tips I would actually follow, not a 17-step routine.

Why Rêve is Different
 

Conversation is easy and genuine, not forced. If you want to chat, you’ll chat; if you want to zone out, they’ll read the room and let the quiet do its work. That human touch is rarer than it should be and it changes the whole experience. You feel looked after rather than processed, and that sense of care lingers long after the top coat dries.

Designed for women, by women


The women-only setting feels intentional: welcoming interiors, privacy considered, and not a hint of rush or intimidation. It’s results-driven yet nurturing, where advanced tech and science-backed treatments sit comfortably alongside pampering touches.

One roof, many solutions


Facials, nails, brows, lashes and injectables live under one elegant roof, which means you can stack appointments and reclaim time. For parents juggling calendars, that’s gold. Book a block, let the team sequence your treatments and step back into the day looking like you’ve had eight hours of sleep and a mini break.

Results that hold


A week later my skin still looked brighter, my lashes curled politely upwards without mascara, and the manicure was chip-free and glossy. Practical aftercare helped: hydrate, keep things gentle post-facial, and treat nails kindly for the first day. Nothing complicated — just smart reminders that protect the work you’ve invested in.

The parent angle


The all-in-one offering meant a few hours at Rêve delivered what would normally take three separate bookings and a fortnight of calendar Tetris. Instead of sprinting between suburbs, I sat in a calm, private space that felt indulgent, not clinical. I left looking polished and, more importantly, feeling like I’d had an actual break.

Who it’s for

If you haven’t booked in a while and feel a bit sheepish about the state of things, Rêve is the place to go. No lectures, no pressure to upsize — just thoughtful recommendations if you want them. Bring inspo if you’re feeling adventurous, or play it safe and let the team elevate a classic. Either way, you’ll leave with a finish that looks expensive, even if your day still includes swimming lessons and a dash to the post office.

How to book it like a pro


Go in this order: lash lift and tint, manicure, then HydroFacial. Eyes wake up, hands sparkle, skin glows. Add brows if it’s been a while — the difference is wildly disproportionate to the minutes it takes. Choose a time you can actually enjoy, ideally child-free, drink water afterwards and plan a small treat on the way home because you’ll want to ride the glow.

The takeaway


Rêve Skin + Beauty is a women-only sanctuary that pairs science-backed treatments with genuine warmth. When a salon nails skill, service and space in equal measure, you get more than a tidy-up. You get a reset. I walked in rehearsing apologies and walked out admiring my reflection in every shop window. That’s a win I’ll happily book again.

Rêve Skin + Beauty, Annandale

Women-only. Facials, lashes, brows, nails and injectables under one roof. Book once, breathe out and walk back into the world feeling like a million dollars.

For busy mums craving that perfect mix of convenience and calm, Rêve Skin & Beauty in Sydney is your all-in-one beauty sanctuary. Book today: https://www.reveskinandbeauty.com.au/

This item was kindly gifted; coverage wasn’t guaranteed and all opinions are my own, based on personal experience.