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spa business insider 14 December - 21 December 2020 Issue 360

A Spa Business publication

HOW Award winners revealed Industry awards platform, the Hall of Wellness Awards (HOW Awards), has unveiled the winners of its first-ever competition at its 2020 virtual awards gala. Presented by HOW Awards founder Kathryn Moore, awards were given out across seven categories – including Middle East, Asia, Europe and UK, Oceania, Americas, Africa and a global group. Moore announced the awards saying: “This year has been a labour of love, panic and challenges, but above all a year of togetherness in the industry. “We created the awards because we wanted to do something meaningful

■■ The HOW Awards were launched in July 2020

that could recognise and showcase the hard work and dedication our

what ignites their passion and how

industry has put into their careers

they got to where they are today.

over the years,” she said.

“The judges were so impressed by

“Ultimately, we wanted to celebrate the people that are the backbone of

the calibre of participants this year and we look forward to coming back

businesses and brands, because it’s

even bigger and better next year.”

so important to find out their stories,

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PEOPLE

Founder of the Chenot Group dies, age 77

Kathryn Moore

NEWS

Industry remembers wellness luminary, Henri Chenot

INSIGHTS

Desert spa to open in Botswana wildlife haven Little DumaTau is set to open its doors in April 2021

The judges were so impressed by the calibre of participants this year

Groupe Nordik to unveil blueprint for major rollout

US$38m spa village will open in April 2021

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spa people Anthony Molet to become Davines Group CEO as Paolo Braguzzi announces plans to step down

he Davines Group,

“Over the years Paolo paved

together with skincare

a path for the company with

brands Comfort Zone and

a perfect balance between

Skin Regimen, has announced

values, quality products and

Paolo Braguzzi will leave his

financial health, and I’m

role as CEO and managing

looking forward to continuing

director, in May 2021.

this journey,” said Molet.

Braguzzi will be replaced

“I believe it’s increasingly

by current Davines North

the responsibility of

America CEO, Anthony Molet,

companies to educate

but maintain his position

consumers and influence

as a board member.

their behaviour towards a

He started his professional

more sustainable world.”

path in consumer marketing and joined Davines in 2004,

In 2008, Molet joined ■■ Anthony Molet joined the Davines Group in 2008

Davines North America

when the company's turnover

as CEO and during his

Paolo paved a path for the company with a perfect balance between valued quality products and financial health

was €27m (US$32m, £24m). By 2019, turnover had rocketed to €163m

13-year tenure, he’s implemented structure and continuity, resulting in

(US$195m,£146m). In the last 16 years

steady growth that’s made the growth of its brands

its transformation into a B

North America a key market

spent at Davines, Braguzzi

and to its reputation

Corp in 2016, and a Benefit

for the Davines Group.

broadly contributed to

worldwide, implementing

Corporation in 2019.

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Delos CEO Paul Scialla unveils partnership with TPP Capital to advance urban communities' access to wellbeing solutions

lobal wellness real estate and technology company Delos is collaborating

Our health and wellbeing are fundamental to the economic growth of our communities

with TPP Capital Management Group (TPP) – a Black-led

of our communities,” said

fund manager and healthcare

Home Wellness features

Delos CEO Paul Scialla.

real estate development

across 82 workforce housing

firm – to advance health and

condominiums for middle-

buildings and shared spaces

wellness through buildings

income service workers and 84

within the Tioga District as

in urban communities.

fully furnished mixed-Income

vehicles for public health,

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“By committing to leverage

55+ senior residences for

TPP is demonstrating

first work to transform

seniors with chronic medical

tremendous leadership

Tioga District in North

conditions and restrictive diets.

across real estate and city

Philadelphia with evidence-

to the economic growth

planning on integrating Delos

The partnership will ■■ Paul Scialla, CEO of Delos

Delos and TPP are currently

social impact private equity

“Now more important

planning, social impact and

based healthy building

than ever, our health and

economic development.”

strategies and solutions.

wellbeing are fundamental

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People news

News

Spa insights

Supplier news

■■ Henri Chenot founded the world-renowned Chenot Group

Henri's insight became the origin of the world-renowned wellness movement

Industry icon Henri Chenot passes away, aged 77

n 2 December, the

Henri's wife, Dominique

Chenot Group announced

Chenot, commented: “Henri's

the passing of industry

remarkable passion and

luminary Henri Chenot.

talent had an enormous

Founded by Henri nearly

impact on both preventative

50 years ago, the Chenot

and rejuvenating care; his

Group has been a pillar of the

insight would become the

industry and is widely known

origin of a world-renowned

for expertise in the medical

wellness movement.”

spa, health and wellness field. In the early seventies,

The news comes after the Chenot Group recently

his approach to health

announced Henri’s

and wellness led to the

decision to retire and the

development of Biontology –

subsequent appointment

the science of living and his

of Dr George Gaitanos,

method of rebalancing the

Chenot Group COO and

physiology of the body that

scientific director, to continue

is implemented in all Chenot

the role of the scientific

Health wellness retreats as

development of Chenot.

the core therapeutic approach.

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Anthony Molet to become Davines Group CEO as Paolo Braguzzi announces plans to step down in 2021

Accor announces exclusive negotiations with Ennismore for US$1bn merger

Luxury desert spa to open in Botswana wildlife haven, owned by Wilderness Safaris

Reykjavik wellness lagoon to offer guest seven-step Icelandic bathing ritual with dramatic views of North Atlantic

Groupe Nordik to unveil US$38m spa village which will become blueprint for major North American rollout and The Well creates integrated wellness retreat in New England countryside for Auberge Resorts

The latest in products and innovation from Espa, Foreo, Camylle, Divine Eyes and Halotherapy Solutions

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spa & wellness news STRATEGY

Accor in negotiations over US$1bn merger Hospitality groups, Accor

Shelter, 25h, 21c Museum

and Ennismore are entering

Hotels, TRIBE, JO&JOE

into exclusive negotiations

and Working From_.

to form a new lifestyle

Sharan Pasricha, Ennismore

operator in the hospitality

founder and CEO, and

sector, named Ennismore, as

Gaurav Bhushan, CEO of

part of a US$1bn merger.

the Accor Lifestyle Division

Through the all-share

will become co-CEOs of the

merger, the management

combined entity, which will be

of all Ennismore hotels will

two-thirds owned by majority

become a part of Accor’s

shareholder, Accor, and a

lifestyle brand division and

third owned by Pasricha.

create a combined entity of

Closing is expected

12 brands with 73 hotels in operation, plus a pipeline of approximately 110 hotels. The new operator will

to occur in Q1 2021. chair and CEO said: “This new powerful combination is

include the following brands:

set to become the engine of

Gleneagles, Delano, SLS,

our exciting future growth.

Mondrian and Hyde – all of

■■ Five-star Scottish spa resort, Gleneagles, is part of the merger

Sébastien Bazin, Accor

“This partnership will take

which have distinctive spa

our Lifestyle ambition to a

and wellness concepts – plus

new and exciting level.”

SO/, The Hoxton, Mama

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This combination will become the engine of exciting future growth Sébastien Bazin

PROGRAMMING

Chablé unveils ocean-inspired healing heartache retreat Chablé Hotels is creating solutions-based retreats to tackle prevalent wellbeing problem areas in a COVID-19 era. Tailor-made for each guest, one option is a healing heartache programme

■■ The retreat is inspired by renewal and the ocean

devised for individuals recovering from the

The programme is inspired by the ocean and its constant state of releasing and letting go

breakdown of a long-term relationship. The programme is inspired by the ocean and its constant state of releasing

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emotionally and physically heal the body. The package is completed with a

and letting go – something it taps to

Janzu Water Massage and traditional

encourage guests to wash away old habits

Mexican sweat lodge experience to

and allow for something new to start.

encourage a feeling of rebirth.

The retreat includes a renewing Sound

plus a Rain Goddess ritual designed to

Chablé is also offering immunity-

of the Sea ritual incorporating a seaweed

support and stress reduction packages.

wrap, exfoliation and sea fennel massage,

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spa business insider MEET the team

growing footprint

Six Senses to open in Caribbean

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Six Senses has unveiled

integrate local community

further details about

knowledge and age-old

its debut Caribbean

Caribbean traditions to offer a

Editorial director

property, Six Senses La

menu of speciality treatments,

Liz Terry

Sagesse, in Grenada, set

holistic anti-aging solutions,

+44 (0)1462 431385

to open in late 2022.

and rejuvenation journeys.

Developed by Range

The resort will operate

Developments, the 56-key

on a self-sufficient and

Spa Business editor

beachside property will feature

plastic-free basis, meaning

Katie Barnes

a Six Senses Spa overlooking

that all spa treatments use

a lagoon, designed in the style

ingredients picked from the

of a traditional fishing village.

kitchen gardens, herb gardens

In-house wellness experts and visiting practitioners will

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and native fruit trees.

Publisher

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EXPANSION

Head of news

Tom Walker +44 (0)1462 431385

Assistant editor

Megan Whitby +44 (0)1462 471906

Web

Tim Nash

■■ The new Bulgari destination will open in Miami, Florida

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Bulgari Hotels to expand into US Premium hotel brand, Bulgari

which is a key market for

Hotels & Resorts has revealed

our brand. We’re convinced

it is preparing to unveil

that the Bulgari Hotel Miami

a new property in Miami

will represent our irresistible

Beach, Florida, in 2024.

Roman Jeweller Hospitality

Bulgari Hotel Miami Beach

and a unique ultra-luxury

will be a 100-key beachfront

experience in the American

hotel, offering a luxury

upscale hotel market.”

wellness retreat complete

The design project will be

with a large spa and fitness

sensitively curated, like all

centre and an outdoor pool.

other Bulgari Hotels, by the

Bulgari CEO Jean-Christophe

Milanese architectural firm

Babin said: “This will be

Antonio Citterio Patricia Viel.

our first property in the US

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Luxury spa to open in desert wildlife haven In April 2021, a secluded

scenically located between the

wildlife safari camp in

camps and overlooking the

Botswana will reopen,

wildlife-rich Osprey Lagoon.

unveiling revamped facilities

The spa itself will be

plus an all-new luxury

slightly set apart, tucked into

desert spa with stunning

the surrounding vegetation

views of the movements of

for a secluded, peaceful

mega herds of elephants.

and relaxed atmosphere.

DumaTau Camp has been

“We’re thrilled to be

open since 1997 as a part

enhancing DumaTau to further

of luxury safari operator

showcase our commitment

Wilderness Safaris’ offering in

to drive ecotourism in this

the Linyanti Wildlife Reserve

prolific wildlife area,” said

in Chobe National Park, and in

Kim Nixon, Wilderness

2020 the company announced

Safaris Botswana MD.

plans for a rebuild as well

While the spa menu is

as the introduction of Little

currently under development,

DumaTau – an exclusive and

Little DumaTau has revealed

intimate camp experience

the line-up will include

with new wellness facilities

massages, facials and nail

The African destination will

■■ The spa will be tucked into surrounding vegetation

We're showcasing our commitment to driving ecotoursim

services, supplied by product

reopen with a one-treatment-

house Healing Earth.

room spa, gym and deli,

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Kim Nixon

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Increasing global exercise levels would prevent 5m deaths yearly Increasing physical activity globally could prevent up to 5 million deaths annually, according to the WHO. WHO statistics show that one in four adults, and four out of five adolescents,

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as HEALTH

■■ One in four adults don't exercise enough

do not get enough physical activity. The organisation estimates that physical inactivity costs more than US$54bn in direct health

Every move counts and we must all move daily Adhanom Ghebreyesus

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“Every move counts, and we must all move every day – safely and creatively.” Ghebreyesus was speaking at the

care and another US$14bn in

launch of the new WHO Guidelines

lost productivity annually.

on physical activity and sedentary

“Being physically active is critical for health and wellbeing, it can help to add

behaviour, which emphasise that everyone, of all ages and abilities,

years to life,” said WHO director-general

can be physically active.

Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus.

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spa & wellness news innovation

Pullman unveils boutique fitness concept Pullman Hotels & Resorts is

component of its wellbeing

introducing Pullman Power

strategy and is available at

Fitness, a social fitness

Pullman Paris Centre Bercy

concept with on-demand

and will be introduced in

classes and a community

phases around the world

of motivated guests.

in select locations.

Key elements include a

“Pullman Power’s platform

mix of live and virtual fitness

draws on the energy and

classes, powered by Les

dynamism of the top

Mills, newly conceptualised

fitness concepts globally,”

vibrant fitness spaces,

said Emlyn Brown, Accor’s

integrated physical activity

According to the company,

Our ambition is to blur the line between boutique fitness and a conventional hotel gym

Pullman Power is an essential

Emlyn Brown

beyond the gym, such as In-Room Fitness Kits and a new focus on nutrition.

global wellbeing VP. “Our ambition is to blur the line between a boutique fitness experience and a more conventional hotel gym.” Read more online More: http://lei.sr/u6W7P_B

NEW DATE. NEW LOCATION. SAME SHINE.

hot springs

Urban spa opens in heart of Kyoto with springwater onsen Marriott International has opened a new Luxury Collection hotel in Kyoto, ■■ The onsen baths are supplied by a geothermal spring

Japan, complete with a spa and selection of traditional Japanese onsen baths.

with a thermal onsen spring,

massages, facials and

four treatment rooms, a

Traditional Chinese Medicine

building which was once

gym and two private onsen

treatment options, plus guests

the private residence of the

facilities fitted with living

are offered an exclusive

aristocratic Mitsui family,

rooms, private gardens and

facial supplied by French

the spa opened as part of

outdoor hot spring baths.

product house, Alaena.

the new Hotel The Mitsui

Onsen is an age-old

Nature is a prominent

Kyoto and is supplied by a

Japanese tradition of hot

theme throughout the spa

geothermal spring 1,000m

spring bathing and is said

and guests remain connected

under the destination.

to benefit circulation and

to the outdoors throughout

recovery from injury, relieve

their journey as designers

to be the only luxury property

stress and skin conditions and

created a spa with a variety

in Kyoto’s city-centre supplied

act as a natural pain reliever.

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spa & wellness news regulation

European Court: CBD is not a narcotic The European Court of Justice

psychotropic effect,

has stated that cannabidiol

it was banned in the

(CBD) isn’t a narcotic and

1930s and a stigma was

“does not appear to have any

attached to the plant. hemp (a variety of cannabis)

Derived from either hemp or

contains little THC – usually

cannabis, CBD is an active but

0.3 per cent or less – and is

non-psychoactive compound

the most typically-used strain.

that’s taken the wellness

The news is a win for

industry by storm in recent

European CBD suppliers

years, with a host of CBD-

and the wellness industry,

based treatments, tinctures,

but Liz Terry, Spa Business

skincare and ingestibles.

insider editorial director, urges

It’s believed the ingredient

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effect on human health”.

However, CBD derived from

■■ Cannabidiol is an active but non-psychoactive compound

operators to remain cautious.

is capable of helping to

“These are early days

treat stress and anxiety,

for CBD in the industry, so

inflammation, joint pain, muscle

we see this as a time for

soreness and insomnia.

patience, collaboration with

But, because another

authorities and a common-

compound of the marijuana

sense approach to the offer

plant – tetrahydrocannabinol

of CBD treatments.”

(THC) – can cause a

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psychotropic effect or harmful

These are early days for CBD in the industry Liz Terry

programming

Reykjavik lagoon to offer seven-step bathing ritual Geothermal wellness destination, Sky Lagoon will debut with a traditional Icelandic bathing experience in Reykjavik, set to launch in April 2021. Designed by Pursuit, the multi-sensory

■■ The ritual is claimed to lead to deep relaxation

oasis will offer The Ritual at Sky Lagoon, a journey which will guide guests through a

we begin to emerge from what has

journey of geothermal waters, cold plunge

been an incredibly challenging year,”

pools, sauna bathing, cold fog-mist, warm

said David Barry, Pursuit president.

steamrooms and reinvigorating showers.

The need to re-energise, relax and restore is integral to wellbeing David Barry

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The seven-step routine is claimed to lead to deep relaxation and wellbeing. “The restorative nature of wellness

“The need to re-energise, relax and restore is integral to both our physical and mental wellbeing and we look forward to introducing guests to the

experiences such as Sky Lagoon will

Sky Lagoon experience next year.”

become much more meaningful as

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■■ The upcoming spa village will feature a 1,200 cubic ft Källa saltwater flotation pool, big enough for 40 people

A blueprint for success Groupe Nordik is set to unveil a US$38m spa village which will become the blueprint for its major North American rollout

T ■■ Martin Paquette, president, CEO and co-owner of Groupe Nordik.

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hermal operator Groupe Nordik

The evolution of the brand’s identity

has announced further details

is part of the vision of Groupe Nordik

about its upcoming us$37.7m

owners, Martin Paquette and Daniel

(CA$50m €34.4m, £29.4m)

Gingras, who’ve confirmed the concept

wellness project in Whitby,

will be the blueprint for its North

Greater Toronto, scheduled to

American rollout, where its portfolio

launch in Q2 2021.

will grow to 10 nature spas by 2027. Paquette and Gingras explained that

A new chapter

the concept has been developed to

The spa will open under the group's

transform the typical spa experience

new banner – Thermëa spa Village –

into an entire wellness village with a

which combines global wellness rituals

homey feel, and a place which oﬀers a

on a site with a Canadian character.

■■ The new destination will oﬀer a haven of wellness away from the city, where people can reconnect pHOTO:gROUpE nORDIK

wellness experiences, featuring five

“Thermëa Village is the culmination of 15 years of guest experience and

outdoor pools, 25 treatment rooms,

extensive research,” said Paquette,

and a 120-seat sauna, along with

group president, CeO and co-owner. “each spa village will become an icon, unique to the community in which it's built – with every detail thoughtfully selected, crafted and dedicated to all things wellness.”

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Each spa village will become an icon, with every detail thoughtfully crafted and dedicated to all things wellness

indoor and outdoor relaxation areas. Highlights will include a 1,200 cubic feet saltwater floatation pool, big enough for 40 people, carved out of a rock filled with 12 tonnes of epsom salts and is one of the only of its kind in the world. Guests will also have access to massages, rasul mud treatments, Aufguss ceremonies and a Himalayan salt sauna. ● www.spabusiness.com

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We're pioneering a new way to care for your health Kane sarhan, co-founder and chief creative oﬃcer at The Well

Stronger together The Well has created an integrated wellness retreat in the heart of New England's countryside for Auberge Resorts

he Well has struck its first hospitality partnership and developed a holistic wellbeing retreat for Auberge Resort Collection’s Mayflower Inn & spa resort, in Connecticut.

New horizons The Well is a modern wellness brand known for its first location in New York which oﬀers integrated holistic health solutions and access to doctors, health coaches and 50 practitioners working across a range of healing modalities. The Well at Mayflower Inn, is an expansive 20,000sq ft wellness escape. The integrated holistic experience features a new biophilic thermal pool surrounded by over 400 plants,

■■ The launch has kickstarted The Well's new SkinHealth programme, in partnership with Biologique Recherche

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■■ A highlight will be a biophilic thermal pool surrounded by over 400 plants

Partnering with the Mayflower Inn is an exciting next step for us as we work together to innovate destination wellness Wellness programming

visits with practitioners and participate

Treatments range from acupuncture

in classes from anywhere through

and craniosacral therapy to

the group's online platform.

energy healing and stretching,

“We’re pioneering a new way to

plus bespoke spa treatments

care for your health,” said Kane

developed by The Well – all with a

sarhan, co-founder and chief

focus on supporting immunity.

creative oﬃcer of The Well.

The Well has also revealed that the

“Partnering with the Mayflower Inn

launch has kicked oﬀ the introduction

is an exciting next step for us as we

of its new skinHealth programme,

work together to innovate destination

partnered with Biologique Recherche.

wellness. We want to empower guests

The new retreat marks The Well's

to take greater agency over their health

second location and oﬀers every

and have support after they leave to

guest a Wellness Download from its

continue their wellness journey.”

digital platform, to build customised

An activity schedule has also been

treatment plans and experiences based

drawn up, including night-time forest

on guests’ unique concerns and goals.

bathing and dharma talks, complete

Remote support

new destination to become a countryside wellness escape

with a host of multi-day retreats. Additional amenities include a retail

The Well is extending support

area, relaxation space, two steamrooms,

beyond the stay, allowing guests

fitness centre, meditation garden,

to continue programmes, schedule

pool, tennis court and hiking trails. ●

■■ The Well wants the

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PROMOTION

The Quartz version of the Spa Dream bed features spherical quartz that envelops the body when heated to give a deep sense of calm

CREATING the

dream team This year leading Italian supplier Lemi launched three new spa solutions, and ventured into the creation of signature treatments for the first time. GM Matteo Brusaferri explains why he sees this as the way forward to help spas maximise their investment.

What’s the idea behind the new Spa Dream bed? Our Spa Dream bed was first designed more than a decade ago, and while it’s been a very popular model, it was time to bring it up to date to better serve the needs of today’s spas and their clients. Spa Dream can now offer two very unique treatments, so spas can diversify their offers without having to continuously invest in new technologies. Spas can deliver massage treatments on a water-cushioned mattress or on natural spherical quartz, with a minimum amount of changeover between the two. What are the stand-out features? The WATER PACK version of Spa Dream includes four heated water cushions, made of soft resistant material that perfectly balances body weight. This version is suitable for muscle relaxation and allows the operator to create a highly relaxing massage, while also absorbing pressure from the therapist delivering the massage. The QUARTZ PACK version includes natural spherical quartz which cocoons the client in warm sand that shapes uniquely to their body – while the

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therapist can deliver a deep-tissue massage with greater comfort. In trials, some of our testers even fell asleep during treatment, which is usually unheard of during such a firm massage! Are there any unique features that have not been incorporated into your beds before? The bed offers 2 different inclinations (forward and back), allowing the operator to carry out the treatment in the ideal position. Also, this is the first time we’ve developed signature treatments to match the beds. This will help spas create standout packages that perfectly suit the model, as well as give them greater inspiration to develop their own offers around it. The ability to switch from water to quartz and back again also keeps their offers fresh from season to season. For the treatments we worked with consultant Jean-Guy de Gabriac, who’s extremely knowledgeable and experienced Matteo Brusaferri, within the spa sector and also Lemi, general manager an excellent creative storyteller. ©Cybertrek Ltd 2020

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Lemi worked with spa consultant Jean-Guy de Gabriac to create two signature massages. The treatment for the quartz bed (above) is the Sand Tide Massage

How does the Ocean Dream massage work? It’s based around the concept of water and the ocean as elements of natural strength. Taking inspiration from types of massage around the world, like the Hawaiian Lomi Lomi, the therapist is able to draw the client into the story of a relaxing journey, like a boat in a calm ocean. The water cushions help to create the feeling of lightness and sea current, while the massage strokes involve flows of energy to rid the body of toxins. How does the Sand Tide massage complement the quartz bed? This massage has been designed to enhance the structure of the quartz element, which does not absorb the massage movement, but allows the therapist to work deeper on the muscle without greater effort and without ‘dispersing’ the energy of the various movements. The earth element in this version of the massage offers a place of protection, a warm embrace that gives serenity and stability to body and mind. You also launched the Nettuno in 2020. Can you tell us more? Nettuno is a spa bed with a seamless, comfortable waterproof mattress designed for hydrotherapy spa treatments like the Vichy shower. The two columns of the water-resistant base are electrically adjustable via remote control to change the height, back, legs and tilt. Nettuno can be used outdoors, and also as a normal massage bed outside of the wet areas - so it’s extremely versatile. sBinsider Issue 360

The signature massage for the water version of Spa Dream is called Ocean Dream and is designed to reflect the undulations of the sea

Spa Dream can offer two very unique treatments, so spas can diversify their offers without having to continuously invest in new technologies In 2020 you also opened your first Lemi Branch in the US, in Miami. How has that been? Although the pandemic has prevented us from travelling for most of this year, the American market has already responded very well to our presence there. We feel there’s a real and growing need for Italian equipment – and all that represents in terms of design, build-quality and style – in today’s American market. Do you have any spa market predictions for 2021 that you’d like to share? Well I anticipate a certain amount of ‘revenge spending’ from clients who have been deprived of their spa services during the pandemic! It will also be interesting to see what happens in China in the coming months, as that market could give an idea of how the world market will emerge from the crisis. ●

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Suppliers tell Spa Business insider about their latest product, design and technology launches

■■ The new Essentials range features nine new products, available in four new scent blends

Reusable, refillable, recyclable: ESPA takes strides for sustainability and launches its greenest range yet

epresenting a milestone

cleansing hand spray, hand

sustainability improvements

in its ongoing journey to

wash and hand balm.

we're making at ESPA.”

deliver effective products

general manager

launched the ‘RecycleMe

four new blends – jasmine

ESPA has launched its most

Scheme’, which invites

and bergamot; neroli and

sustainable range yet: The

customers to return plastic

green mandarin; geranium

Essentials Collection.

packaging from their used

and petitgrain; and

beauty products, from any

eucalyptus and tea tree.

carefully blended with pure

beauty brand, directly back to

essential oils, the new line

ESPA for recycling for free.

also have accompanying refill

This scheme is being

pouches which reduce plastic

features nine everyday products

Six out of the nine products

in four new fragrances, all of

supported by Storm

waste by up to 60 per cent

which are contained in refillable

Board, who turn plastic

in comparison to a regular

and recyclable packaging.

waste into a weatherproof

plastic bottle, plus the line’s

alternative to plywood.

refillable bottles and pumps are

The collection includes hand and body wash, hand

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The collection comes in

in harmony with nature,

Made up of 37 ingredients

■■ Daniel Golby, ESPA

In addition, ESPA has

Daniel Golby, ESPA GM,

lotion, body lotion, shampoo

said: “The RecycleMe

and conditioner, as well

Scheme supports the

as no-rinse hand cleanser,

strides and continued

packaged in compostable bags.

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SUPPLIER NEWS Foreo adds new cannabis seed mask to UFO mask collection

wedish beauty-tech brand Foreo has added a new vegan smart-

mask to its lineup of UFO activated mask collections.

■■ Foreo claims the mask is one of the strongest on the market

The new mask sits within

■■ Anika Sekhri, product

the Farm To Face Collection

facial treatment developed

FOREO Institute said: “We

and is designed to calm

to leave users with clear

wanted to make sure that

the skin and mind during

skin and a calm, clear

we were delivering only the

a 90-second treatment.

and glowy complexion,

very best products for our

without clogging pores.

customers and ones that

The formula is infused with

development manager

210mg of cannabis sativa

at The Foreo Institute

seed oil, which, according to

undertones of amber and

Foreo, makes the product one

sandalwood combined with

add this new vegan mask to

of the strongest cannabis

an earthy herbal aroma, to

our Farm To Face collection.”

masks on the market.

offer a calming effect.

Once attached to the UFO 2, the mask offers a

Its scent features earthy

aligned with their values.

“We’re extremely excited to