spa business insider 18 January 2022 Issue 388
A Spa Business publication
B Corp Beauty Coalition launches
CLICK TO READ
Twenty-six Certified B Corporations across eight countries have formed a new coalition to improve the beauty industry and personal care sector’s sustainability standards. Named the B Corp Beauty Coalition, the organisation’s mission is to enable collaboration and exchange between best practice, implementing improvement actions and publishing outcomes. The coalition will also aim to help the B Corps category and work to influence the beauty industry to trigger broader changes that can improve its
photo: Davines
beauty consumers more easily navigate
Shutterstock/Katerina Morozova
companies, while identifying and sharing
■■ B Corporations balance profit with purpose
social and environmental footprint. Aromatherapy Associates, Davines and
“We’ve concluded that our respective
Made for Life Organics are among the
positions can be enhanced through a
brands signed up to the new coalition.
partnership, so have formed a coalition
Davide Bollati, president of Davines, commented: “As Certified B
to leverage our combined strengths
Corporations, we’ve become increasingly
and deliver tangible benefits to beauty
uncomfortable with the beauty industry’s
customers and the planet we share.”
social and environmental footprint.
More: http://lei.sr/y9S5b_B
Cleveland Clinic's chief of wellness talks longevity
p04
BATHING
Peninsula Hot Springs opens 24/7 New midnight bathing package launches for guests
photo: FAIRMONT WINDSOR PARK
"90 will be the new 40," says Michael Roizen
Davide Bollati
photo: PENINSULA HOT SRPINGS
photo: GWS
PEOPLE
We formed a coalition to leverage our combined strengths
NEW OPENING
Fairmont Windsor Park reveals major new spa
p07
Property is third in the UK for the Accor brand
p14
The Johnstown Estate Johnstownbridge, Ireland
Triple Detox Therapy
VERIFIED
WELLNESS
TECHNOLOGIES La Butte aux Bois Lanaken, Belgium
BY GHARIENI
Mandarin Oriental Doha Qatar
Body Contouring Binaural Vibroacoustic Psammo Therapy Therapy Potent Anti-inflammatory
Potent Anti-inflammatory
100% TOUCHLESS TECHNOLOGIES CAN BE INTEGRATED WITH OTHER SPA AND WELLNESS OFFERINGS
www.gharieni.com
spa business people Read the latest issue of Spa Business online:
Longevity is the next disruptor says Michael Roizen – 90 will be the new 40
T
Michael Roizen & Victor Koo Q&A
he Cleveland Clinic’s
them how the choices
chief wellness officer,
they make now can
Michael Roizen, predicts
impact their future.
longevity will become
“The most important thing
the next major disruptor,
to learn is how to manage
according to his recent
stress,” he urges, “stress
interview with Spa Business.
ages you in every system.”
“There will very likely be a
“It was the spa and
major change in longevity in
wellness industry that got
the coming decade,” he says.
us to change our emphasis photo: GWS 2021
“Medicine and public health have expanded the average lifespan – through sanitisation, immunisation ■■ Roizen predicts there will be a great age reboot by 2035
and management of chronic
on stress management, for example and that brought mindfulness and healthy eating to the forefront. “The spa and wellness
diseases – by about 2.5 years
industry has had a huge
The spa and wellness industry has a major role to play in teaching people how to manage stress
every ten years since 1890. “We think, based on the research, that there’s an 80
impact on people’s wellbeing and can continue to do so in the future.”
per cent chance that by 2035,
For more insights, head
there’ll be a great age reboot.
40, but in the near future,
“I’ve told people in the past that 60 can be the new
Roizen is busy working
to our interview at www.
you could be 90 and have a
on an app to help people
spabusiness.com/Roizen.
physiological age of 40.”
understand this and show
More: http://lei.sr/2t2Q8_B
Neil Jacobs reveals new Six Senses Places concept for major world cities
G
lobal hotel and spa operator Six Senses is incubating the launch of
The problem with destination spas is that guests visit and then within two months they can be back where they started
a new global wellness concept have more time and want
driven by wellness and guests
CEO Neil Jacobs and his
a healthier lifestyle, which
who travel to Six Senses
team have indicated that new
bodes well for properties
resorts globally will then
‘clubs’ could open at urban
with strong spa, health
have access to these urban
Six Senses properties in
and wellness provisions.
locations when they return
called Six Senses Place.
photo: SIX SENSES
■■ Neil Jacobs has served as Six Senses CEO since 2012
New York, London, Bangkok, Shanghai, the Loire Valley,
destination spas is that guests
benefit from the programming
Istanbul, Rome and Lisbon.
visit to clean up their act,
they need to stay healthy.
and then within two months
wellness has increased
they can be back where they
foster long-term changes to
significantly as a result of
started,” says Jacobs.
their wellness routines and
“as many people find they www.spabusiness.com
The goal is to help guests
“People’s interest in
the pandemic,” he said,
4
home, so they can continue to
“The problem with
He describes Six Senses Place as a concept that's
maintain a healthy lifestyle. More: http://lei.sr/W5R2f_B
©Cybertrek Ltd 2022
sBinsider Issue 388
spa business people
spa business insider Contents issue 388 04
Longevity
06
A fresh feel
07
Worldwide ambitions
photo: RANHO LA PUERTA
09
■■ Aguilar wants to bring more traditional Mexican rituals to RLP
As a practitioner and leader, we're certain Luis will continue our innovation
Cleveland Clinic chief wellness officer Michael Roizen is predicting a great age reboot by 2035
Soneva launches a brand new spa and wellness concept at its global resorts
QC Terme's Saverio Quadrio Curzio tells Spa Business about plans to expand the company's footprint in the US and Europe
Wellness traditions
A hydrothermal day spa, inspired by Finnish wellness, launches in Ontario this month
Spa Business insights
12
Wellness in 2030
Luis Arturo Aguilar is Rancho La Puerta's new spa manager
14
A one-stop wellness space
L
19
Supplier innovation
uis Arturo Aguilar has been
his interest in manual physical
appointed the new spa
rehab, a type of kinesiology.
manager at Rancho La
Puerta (RLP) in Tecate, Mexico. In his role, Aguilar will
This drove him to pursue further education at institutions including the School of
oversee the property's three
Hospitality at Cornell University,
health centres and manage a
the Osho Meditation Resort
team of health specialists.
in India and Sowa Rigpa
He’ll also help curate bespoke holistic itineraries to best suit guests' individual needs.
Tibetan Monastery in Nepal. Aguilar has also worked in a range of spa and managing
“As a practitioner and leader, we’re certain Luis will continue
director positions in Mexico. He joins RLP with
our innovation and enable
certifications in massage,
us to stay at the forefront
reflexology, janzu aqua massage
of industry trends, practices
and Thai massage, and is
and offerings,” said Roberto
a practitioner of Osho-style
Arjona, CEO and GM of RLP
meditation, Chinese cups
Aguillar began his career as a tennis player which kickstarted sBinsider Issue 388
and Tibetan Moxibustion. More: http://lei.sr/d3K8j_B
©Cybertrek Ltd 2022
McKinsey predicts the hot wellness trends of the future
Fairmont Windsor Park’s innovative new destination wellness sanctuary is major addition to the UK spa scene
The latest in products and innovation from ISM Spa, Thalgo, Living Earth Crafts, La Rue Verte and Gharieni
Sign up to Spa Business insider: Online: www.leisuresubs.com Email: subs@leisuremedia.com Tel: +44 (0)1462 471930 Annual subscriptions: International £114, UK £80 and UK students £42. @spabusinessmag Read Spa Business and Spa Business insider free online: www.spabusiness.com/archive www.spabusiness.com
5
spa business news concepts
Soneva launches new wellness concept Barefoot luxury hotel brand
Chinese Medicine (TCM) and
Soneva has created a new
herbalism – with the use
spa and wellness concept
of medicinal mushrooms,
combining ancient healing
therapeutic biomodulation,
wisdom with modern science.
including heart rate variability therapy, nutrient IV therapy,
at the brand’s two existing
cryotherapy, ozone therapy and
locations in the Maldives and
hyperbaric oxygen therapy. As part of the concept, each
its Thailand destination.
spa now features an Ayurvedic
In future, it will encompass branded wellness and
doctor, TCM practitioner,
lifestyle retail products.
integrative medicine doctor
The Soneva Soul philosophy is evident throughout the
photo: SONEVA
testing, platelet-rich plasma
Named Soneva Soul, the concept has been rolled out
■■ The Soneva Soul philosophy is evident throughout the resorts
and highly-trained therapists.
resorts and informs the
pioneering an approach
design and operation of
that combines apparent
Soneva’s spas, wellness
opposites to offer our
programming and cuisine.
guests a transformative
New treatment menus
and personalised wellbeing
at Soneva Soul spas unite
experience,” says co-founder
traditional wellness disciplines
and CEO, Sonu Shivdasani.
– such as Ayurveda, Traditional
More: http://lei.sr/6s6U3_B
photo: JULIA NEESON
“At Soneva Soul we’re
We're pioneering an approach that offers guests a transformative experience Sonu Shivdasani
NEW OPENINGS
Montage Hotels and Resorts has photo: MONTAGE BIG SKY
unveiled an all-season alpine resort and spa in Southwest Montana. The destination is 7,000sq ft above sea level and sits against a backdrop of The spa offers rituals from Valmont, Oxylight in an alpine-inspired space. Design touches include surfaces
Alan J Fuerstman
6
www.spabusiness.com
■■ The destination sits 7,000sq ft above sea level
Montana’s alpine Big Sky Country region. Arcona Facials, HydraFacial and
Montage is a firstof-its-kind resort experience in Montana
photo: MONTAGE BIG SKY
Montage unveils alpine spa retreat amid Rocky Mountains
appearing like alpine rocks, angled
pools, steamrooms, relaxation spaces, an indoor pool, boutique and salon. Programming highlights include a ritual to help guests acclimatise to the altitude. “Montage Big Sky brings a first-of-its-kind
millwork mimicking the angles of snowy
resort experience to the Rocky Mountains
mountaintops and calming cove lighting.
of Montana,” said Alan J Fuerstman,
The facility is home to 12 treatment rooms, heated plunge
founder, chair and CEO of Montage. More: http://lei.sr/c7x3J_B
©Cybertrek Ltd 2022
sBinsider Issue 388
spa business news
spa business
Read the latest issue of Spa Business online:
insider
Saverio and Andrea Quadrio Curzio Interview
growth
MEET the team
QC Terme announces expansion plans Milan-based wellness
Italy's Lake Garda and a the
thermal spa operator QC
opening of a second spa
Terme Spas & Resorts is
hotel destination in Milan. photo: qc terme
on track to open three new spa destinations in Europe. The business is led by brothers Saverio and
Editorial director
“We’re currently also in the
Liz Terry
process of opening our first
+44 (0)1462 431385
US location in New York in 2022, called QC NY” he says.
Andrea Quadrio Curzio,
“We plan to develop other
who've built a wellness
spas around the model of QC
business based on the
NY in other cities in the US.
European bathing tradition.
For email use: fullname@leisuremedia.com
Spa Business editor
Katie Barnes +44 (0)1462 471925
“At our spas in Milan and
Speaking exclusively to Spa Business, Saverio Quadrio Curzio revealed the business will grow its portfolio of 10 spas, with new locations in Engadine in Switzerland,
We plan to develop other spas around our QC NY model in other US cities
Rome, we already have many
Saverio Quadrio Curzio
will work in other US cities.”
Publisher
American customers who
Astrid Ros
greatly appreciate our model,
+44 (0)1462 471911
so we know this approach More: http://lei.sr/C5t9E_B
Head of news
Tom Walker +44 (0)1462 431385
PROGRAMMING Assistant editor
Peninsula Hot Springs launches midnight bathing
Megan Whitby +44 (0)1462 471906 photo: PENINSULA HOT SPRINGS
Peninsula Hot Springs (PHS) in Victoria, Australia, has unveiled an overnight bathing benefits of hydrotherapy, to offer the gift of hot springs
social wellness rituals.
bathing to guests who are
photo: PENINSULA HOT SPRINGS
nature immersion and Costing AUS$65 (€41, US$47, £35) per person, the package invites guests booked into PHS accommodation to enjoy a moonlit bathing experience
shift workers or insomniacs,” said Charles Davidson, PHS founder and creative director. He revealed the package has proven popular with couples looking for a
with friends or family between
completely different
the hours of 11pm-5am.
relaxation experience.
introduced to provide our overnight guests with the opportunity to bathe under the Southern stars and also sBinsider Issue 388
Tim Nash +44 (0)1462 471917
■■ The package has proven popular with couples
experience drawing on the
“Midnight Bathing was
Head of digital
We wanted to offer the gift of bathing to shift workers and insomniacs Charles Davidson
©Cybertrek Ltd 2022
Created for guests over 18, Midnight Bathing is available seven-nights-a-week thanks to PHS' 24-hour operation. More: http://lei.sr/E2N4N_B
Spa Business insider is published fortnightly by The Leisure Media Company Ltd, PO Box 424, Hitchin, SG5 9GF, UK. The views expressed in this publication are those of the author and do not necessarily represent those of the publisher The Leisure Media Company Ltd. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recorded or otherwise, without the prior permission of the copyright holder, Cybertrek Ltd. Printed by Preview Cromatic Ltd. Distributed by Royal Mail Group Ltd and Whistl Ltd in the UK and Total Mail Ltd globally. ©Cybertrek Ltd 2022. ISSN: Print: 1753-3430 Digital: 2397-2408 Subscribe to Spa Business and Spa Business insider at to www.leisuresubs.com, email: subs@leisuremedia.com or call +44 1462 471930.
7
All the Features You Need to Manage Your Spa and Delight Your Customers Online Booking • Staff Scheduling • Integrated POS • CRM • And More
All the Features You Need to Manage Your Spa and Delight Your Customers Online Booking • Staff Scheduling • Integrated POS • CRM • And More
Learn why Bookerisisthe theleading leading spa software Learn why Booker spamanagement management software www.booker.com/spabusiness mindbodyonline.com/spa-software www.mindbodyonline.com/spa-software
spa business news NEW OPENiNGS
Finnish wellness culture arrives in Ontario A hydrothermal day spa
and the opportunity to
designed to offer a taste
unplug for a while.”
of Finnish wellness will be
Launching in phases, Vettä
launched in a grand opening
will open with a 12-treatment-
ceremony on 23 January
room spa and a host of
2022 in Ontario, Canada.
indoor/outdoor thermal
The goal behind the day
wellness experiences.
spa is to help guests restore
steamrooms, a hot stone room,
through the emotional and
four warm pools, two cold
physical benefits of Nordic
plunge pools, three relaxation
bathing traditions, namely
rooms, outdoor fire pits, a
contrast bathing therapy.
spa bistro and a coffee bar.
Vettä Nordic Spa is the
photo: Vettä Nordic Spa
Facilities will include two
their health and wellbeing
■■ Vettä will have a forest theme and setting and foraged cuisine
In keeping with Finland’s
brainchild of Eric Harkonen,
integral tradition of sauna
president and founder,
bathing, the spa will be
surroundings of Horseshoe
showcasing forest foraged
and a proud Finn.
anchored by four Finnish
Valley’s hardwood forests,
produce and ingredients.
Harkonen said: “Coming
saunas – one of which is
experiencing the changing
from a Finnish family, it
claimed to be one of North
seasons, and fresh country air.
stood out to me that people
America’s largest wood-
in Canada – and especially
burning commercial saunas.
Ontario – are missing out
Guests will be able to enjoy
on the sauna experience
hydrotherapy in the natural
In keeping with the forest
Harkonen has high hopes for the Vettä brand and revealed there are plans to expand
theme, Vettä’s culinary
the concept in future, with
offering will consist of three
more locations in Ontario.
distinct experiences, all
More: http://lei.sr/G8T9Q_B
Dorchester Collection to make Middle East debut in 2022 Hotel group Dorchester Collection photo: Dorchester Collection
and real estate development group Omniyat have joined forces to create a new luxury hotel named The Lana. The 225-room destination will open in inside a 30-storey tower designed The hotel’s spa, wellness centre
Christopher Cowdray
sBinsider Issue 388
■■ The wellness centre will be located on the 29th floor
Q4 2022 in Dubai’s Burj Khalifa district by architects, Foster + Partners.
The Lana is one of hte most anticipated openings of 2022
photo: Dorchester Collection
EXPANSION
Christopher Cowdray, CEO of Dorchester Collection, said: “The Lana is one of the most anticipated openings
and state-of-the-art gym will be located
of 2022, given its incredible design-led
on the tower’s 29th floor, promising
credentials and superb location.
striking views of the Burj Khalifa and richly coloured sunsets. Meanwhile, the
“We’re looking forward to bringing our luxury hospitality combined with Omniyat’s
floor above will accommodate a rooftop
real estate vision to a new region.”
pool area featuring cabana services.
More: http://lei.sr/8T6r9_B
©Cybertrek Ltd 2022
www.spabusiness.com
9
spa business news VALUATIONS
Myzone sets a course for unicorn status Speaking to Spa Business,
US$17.2m worth of
Wright said the investment
investment from growth capital
and appointment of Vin Murria
investor BGF – a move that
as chair is a logical step in
values the brand at US$102m.
the brand's journey towards
The deal is all equity-based.
further growth – which is
The BGF cash injection
likely to include an IPO. "I was really keen to bring
£2.5m investment by Vin
someone in who I can learn
Murria, which will also
with and from – and someone
see the renowned tech
who can help us further
entrepreneur join Myzone
professionalise our business,"
as non-executive chair.
Wright said of Murria.
Founded in 2011 by
"In three to five years'
entrepreneur Dave Wright,
time, we're looking to have
Myzone specialises in
achieved a US$400-500m
wearable fitness technology
valuation and are likely
for the business to business
to do an IPO. Ultimately
activity and wellness markets
we're aiming to become
and has grown to serve
one of the first unicorns in
more than 9,000 facilities
our industry [achieving a
in 84 countries, reaching
billion-dollar valuation].
two million consumers.
More: http://lei.sr/a4P2q_B
photo: MYZONE
is coupled with a separate
■■ Myzone specialises in wearable fitness technology
photo: MYZONE
Myzone has secured
We're looking to become one of the first unicorns in the industry Dave Wright
Vinotherapy inspires treatments at Four Seasons Napa Valley The spa at the new Four Seasons Napa Valley in Calistoga, California, has been influenced by the resort’s on-site vineyard and local Native American healing wisdom. The 13,050sq ft Spa Talisa has
photo: FOUR SEASONS NAPA VALLEY
PROGRAMMING
■■ Curry Spa Consulting helped realise the new spa
been designed as a homage to
The signature treatment showcases the area's mineral-rich mud
Calistoga’s 150-year history as a
cleansing ritual using a sage-infused
holistic spa and wellness destination.
flower spritz and feather wisp.
Spa treatments and services incorporate grape seeds and olive
with marine algae and the application of
oil produced on-property, as well as
detoxifying thermal mud and nourishing
the local area’s mineral-rich mud.
body balm from Seed to Skin. The
The spa’s signature treatment
10
www.spabusiness.com
This is followed by a salt scrub enriched
treatment is completed with a restorative
– Brave Spirit Ritual – begins with
body and craniosacral massage.
a grounding foot soak and an aura
More: http://lei.sr/m4X3W_B
©Cybertrek Ltd 2022
sBinsider Issue 388
amazing
WHERE PARTNERSHIPS BEGIN. Come together with more than 200 exhibitors who are expected to be on hand to share the most innovative products and services with a diverse group of motivated spa buyers from all sectors of the spa industry.
RESERVE A BOOTH OR REGISTER AT ATTENDISPA.COM
sBinsider Issue 388
©Cybertrek Ltd 2022
www.spabusiness.com
11
Spa Business insights
Wellness in 2030 McKinsey predicts the hot wellness trends of the future and assesses how the pandemic will drive these
C
OVID-19 is accelerating interest in wellness as more consumers have been faced with the importance of taking care of their health and wellbeing. As a result, the
market’s abuzz with growth as more businesses look to satisfy new demand with innovative solutions. Data is showing that people are increasing their spending on wellness and a recent report published by the Global Wellness Institute forecasts the global wellness economy will reach nearly us$7trn in value by 2025. Recent predictions from McKinsey suggest the future of wellness will be tech-heavy, personalised, interconnected and dominated by the following six wellness categories:
the use of sleep tech will continue to be a hot consumer trend
SHUTTERSTOCK/FIZKES
■■ McKinsey suggests
Health According to Mckinsey associate partner Anna Pione, the future of wellness will see consumers take their health into their own hands. she envisages “offerings that let consumers triage
Think critically about strategies to engage consumers and continue to innovate to stand out from the crowd 12 26
www.spabusiness.com
their own medical issues” becoming increasingly more mainstream. As part of this, Pione believes devices and technology from the doctor’s office will be integrated into the home.
©Cybertrek Ltd ©Cybertrek 2022 Ltd sBinsider 2022 Issue 388
■■ Wearables and tech are expected to be major driving forces in the future evolution of the wellness market
SHUTTERSTOCK/MUSE STUDIO
Mindfulness – and the pursuit of mindfulness – will become an essential aspect of how we live our lives Fitness
anticipates that beauty retailers will
partner in McKinsey’s New York office.
Bricks and mortar fitness businesses
expand their offering to keep up with
He feels that by 2030, mindfulness
are here to stay, predicts eric Falardeau,
new consumer demands and that
will be more deeply ingrained into
partner in McKinsey’s Montreal office.
procedures such as injectable services
people’s routines via wearables and tech,
He also anticipates that the future
and clinical treatments will become
allowing for digital yoga or meditation
of fitness will feature an increasing
more commonplace and easier to access.
sessions throughout the day.
Sleep
Final advice
sleep technology will continue to
McKinsey analysts reminded wellness
amount of technology to help people track their fitness progress.
Nutrition
be a hot wellness trend in 2030,
businesses that to keep up in the next
Consumer habits and relationships with
according to scott Hayton, associate
generation of the wellness market and
food are shifting, as more people are
McKinsey partner in Toronto.
make lasting change, they need to nail
becoming aware of the impact of our
In his opinion, future innovation in the
down their e-commerce and marketing
field could lead to sleep performance
strategies, pursue data partnerships,
data being used to inform and best
reinvigorate the shopping experience,
McKinsey’s London office, thinks the
optimise our routines and daily
update their value propositions and
reduction in sugar and an increase
capabilities, such as diet and exercise.
consider consumers as a whole person.
Mindfulness
also advised both new and existing
“I believe that mindfulness – and the
companies in the sector to think
pursuit of mindfulness – will become
critically about strategies to engage
emma spagnuolo, a partner in
an essential aspect of how we live our
consumers and continue to innovate
McKinsey’s New Jersey office,
lives,” says Manish Chopra, senior
to stand out from the crowd.■●
diet on our short- and long-term health. Jessica Moulton, senior partner at
in sustainable eating will be two major trends going forward.
Appearance
sBinsider Issue 388Issue ©Cybertrek 388 Ltd ©Cybertrek 2022 Ltd 2022
A previous 2021 McKinsey report
www.spabusiness.com
27 13
Spa Business insights ■■ The opening represents the Accor-owned Fairmont brand's third UK property
PHOTO: FAIRMONT WINDSOR PARK
A one-stop wellness space Fairmont Windsor Park’s innovative new destination wellness sanctuary is a major addition to the UK spa scene
P
rivate property development
spa and wellness director and also
The spa
company, Arora Group, has
an independent spa consultant.
The new spa features 18 treatment rooms
opened an extensive spa
Barden described the new opening
– including three for couples – plus a VIP
and wellness centre at its
as “a one-stop wellness and spa
spa suite with a rasul, hot tub, private
new 200-room Fairmont
space for all” that’s inspired by the
dining area and dressing room.
Windsor Park property
hotel’s 40-acres of lush grounds.
in southern england.
Fairmont spa & Wellness is a two-
The facility welcomes day and hotel guests, and also operates
All are equipped with Lemi’s Florence treatment beds and BC softwear. The centrepiece of the spa is a
floor 2,500sq m wellness facility,
with an annual membership service
naturally-lit indoor pool area, complete
designed to cater to guests’ spa,
including exclusive perks and events.
with bespoke hand-carved marble
wellbeing, fitness and aesthetic needs. The centre has been conceived by spa industry figure Lisa Barden – Arora’s
14 28
www.spabusiness.com
Annual membership pricing
loungers – created by Fabio Alemanno
starts at £2,430 (us$3,292,
– ergonomically designed and float just
€2,909) per person.
above the surface of the pool. ©Cybertrek Ltd ©Cybertrek 2022 Ltd sBinsider 2022 Issue 388
■■ The 272sq m Wellness Suite at Fairmont Windsor has studios, a luxury pool, treatment rooms and recovery spaces
This space connects to a thermal suite
Mecotec cryotherapy chamber. Claimed
Wellness treatments and therapies
including a Finnish sauna, steamroom,
to be the uK’s first multi-person cryo
include skincare, massages and
experience showers, ice fountain,
chamber, the appliance accommodates
Ayurvedic rituals supplied by Comfort
Japanese Ashiyu foot ritual bath, hot tub
up to five guests at a time.
Zone and Mauli Rituals, as well as
and a heated tepidarium bench. Guests can also access a dry flotation
Both the chamber and Japanese foot bath were incorporated to fulfil Barden’s
IV infusions, osteopathy, nutritional therapy and acupuncture. Additional facilities include a large
room, hammam, IV infusion space,
vision of an inclusive spa, as these
complementary therapy room and colon
therapies are suitable for use by guests
fitness suite, wellness cafe, boutique,
hydrotherapy suite, topped off with an
with life-limiting conditions.
changing rooms and relaxation rooms,
outdoor courtyard featuring an outdoor
As part of this vision, Barden and spa
ranging from a halotherapy suite with
39°C hydrotherapy pool and fire pit.
and wellness director Carlos urrutigoity
infrared sommerhuber loungers to a
Barden told Spa Business she’s
have appointed five therapists trained in
softly lit post-treatment suite fitted with
cancer touch therapy to join their team.
Gharieni’s evo relaxation beds. ●
particularly excited about the location’s sBinsider Issue 388Issue ©Cybertrek 388 Ltd ©Cybertrek 2022 Ltd 2022
www.spabusiness.com
29 15
HIGH PERFORMANCE CRYO CHAMBERS REAL ROOM TEMPERATURES
A 26 year-old legacy of building the best quality solutions for whole-body cryotherapy is the foundation to offer our electricity driven high performance cryo chambers - The Art of Cryo Vaultz®. Offering real room temperatures of -75 °C, -85 °C & -110 °C our products are 100% made in Germany and are made to the highest quality standards - extremely efficient and eco-friendly. Vaultz® - keep your health save.
COOL. COOLER. VAULTZ. 16
www.spabusiness.com
Art of Cryo ©Cybertrek Ltd 2022 sBinsider Issue 388 contact@artofcryo.com / +49 (0) 2935 96 520 / www.artofcryo.com
SPONSORED
Raising the bar
Cold gold
Art of Cryo is a market leader in wholebody cryotherapy solutions and offers evidence-based products underpinned by 30 years’ experience in the field. Its elegant chambers for whole body cryotherapy come in three lines: Single Vaultz, Vario Vaultz and Unical Vaultz. All the high-performance chambers are powered by electricity and made to sBinsider Issue 388
©Cybertrek Ltd 2022
RT :A
F
CR
YO
Depending on the model, operators can deliver up to 150 cryotherapy treatments per day Rainer Bolsinger, Art of Cryo
PHOTO® AlPenResORT sCHwARz
Backed by science
P H OTO
N
on-invasive, gentle, yet effective, cryotherapy can help ease numerous chronic health conditions, as well as disorders such as anxiety and depression. Its positive effects have been scientifically proven in three main areas; health and prevention; sport and fitness; and anti-ageing and beauty, making it ideal as a service for customers in the spa and wellness sector. Cryotherapy exploits the difference in temperature between the user and the cryo chamber to cool the body and stimulate important body functions. During a session – which typically lasts just three to four minutes – cooling happens extremely quickly, activating thermoreceptors in the body and causing blood vessels to contract. After leaving the chamber, blood vessels dilate, the blood flows back and a rush of beneficial endorphins is released.
O
Introducing cryotherapy can be lucrative for spas, as well as offering customers a cutting-edge therapy with powerful benefits for both body and mind
PHOTO® AlPenResORT sCHwARz
The Alpenresort Schwarz in the Austrian Tirol is one of the first in Europe to offer cryotherapy to guests
Delivering holistic, sustainable health and wellbeing experiences has always been central to the philosophy of the Me Sense Spa at Austria’s five-star Alpenresort Schwarz. The spa offering has recently been enriched and elevated by the introduction of cryogenic chambers in the form of Art of Cryo’s new highperformance Vaultz V1 Lux. Thanks to the newlyinstalled Art of Cryo technology, The Alpenresort Schwarz is one of the first spas in Europe to offer sophisticated cryotherapy treatment technology to its guests.
The resort has invested in the V1 lux chamber from Art of Cryo
the highest quality standards, making them both efficient and eco-friendly. Each is designed and built with advanced technology, so it provides even temperature distribution to ensure the delivery of first-class treatments. Rainer Bolsinger, Art of Cryo chief sales and marketing officer, says the brand’s solutions offer an exciting opportunity for spas: “The initial investment can
be quickly repaid, due to the fact it’s possible to deliver a huge number of treatments in a short time and at an extremely low marginal cost,” he explains. “Depending on the model, operators can deliver up to 150 treatments per day.” l Art of Cryo is part of industrial group L&R Kältetechnik – refrigeration tech specialists with a 30-year pedigree. l More: www.artofcryo.com
www.spabusiness.com spabusiness.com issue 4 2021 4117
SUPPLIER NEWS Suppliers tell Spa Business insider about their latest
For the latest supplier news and company information, visit
spa-kit.net
product, design and technology launches
Shutterstock/Jacob LunD
■■ Spa Space Chicago credits its success to the personal relationship guests have with therapists and the elimination of a static spa menu
ISM Spa's new management technology matches clients with therapists based on treatment needs
photo: ISM spa
W
ellness tech platform,
Southeast US, and early results
“Now more than ever, the
Spa Space, has launched
show Spa Space has delivered
world is seeking the power of
a turnkey technology
a 60 per cent reduction in
touch but the demand is for
fixed operating expenses.
more personalisation. Spa
solution to improve operating efficiencies and increase guest and therapist satisfaction. The new patent-pending
■■ Ilana Alberico, ISM Spa co-founder
by Spa Space Chicago, which
Space makes that possible.” Spa Space was designed
credits its success to the
to alleviate spa operation
algorithm matches guest
personal relationship the guests
headaches by handling
preferences to therapists best-
have with its therapists and
recruitment, staffing, quality
suited to their needs, who
the fact it eliminated the use
control, scheduling and real-
will then tailor personalised
of a static spa menu. Instead,
time payroll to therapists.
treatment plans for each client.
therapists create personalised
Spa Space was created by ISM Spa founders, Ilana Alberico
treatment plans for guests.
It's also been developed to help resort spas implement
“The intent was to create a
a personalised experience
and Christina Stratton and
technology solution to address
to drive local capture while
their partner Nathalie Malkoff.
the customer, therapist, and
streamlining operations.
The software is in beta-
sBinsider Issue 388
The platform was inspired
spa facility challenges we
testing within the group’s 14
observed as spa owners and
hotel and resort spas in the
operators,” explained Alberico.
©Cybertrek Ltd 2022
More on spa-kit.net http://lei.sr/R7g9p
www.spabusiness.com
19
SUPPLIER NEWS Ayurveda inspires Thalgo's new ritual and retail line a new five-step spa treatment and retail range
in collaboration with Ayurvedic specialist Nordine Meguelatti.
■■ The range includes a scrub, massage oil, shower oil and balm
Marian Harvey, Thalgo’s UK MD explained the principles
on points of energy blockage
underpinning the treatment.
at junctions between muscles,
gently rocked and stretched
tendons, bones and nerves.
by therapists before enjoying a soothing cup of herbal tea.
“The Mer Des Indes ritual
To conclude, guests are
draws on Ayurvedic practices
The treatment journey
■■ Maria Harvey,
already well known within spa
includes a warming hand
Thalgo's UK MD
circles,” she says, “namely
and purification ritual, a head
four retail body products
Abhyanga and Shirodhara via
massage, exfoliation and a
to help guests continue
a head and body massage,
harmonisation massage inspired
the rituals of Ayurveda
along with the science of
by Marmatherapy. Stretching
following the treatment.
Marmas and Marmatherapy.”
manoeuvres from Hatha yoga
Marmatherapy is an Ayurvedic massage technique that works photo: LIVING EARTH CRAFTS
photo: THALGO
photo: THALGO
T
halgo has formulated
Thalgo has also created
and musical frequencies to relax the mind are also incorporated.
More on spa-kit.net http://lei.sr/D1e5J
Living Earth Crafts unveils the Mind-Sync Harmonic Sleep Lounger to support stress reduction,
of proprietary brainwave
launched the Mind-Sync
meditation and enhanced sleep.
entrainment frequencies,
Harmonic Sleep Lounger –
The lounger offers six
masked by gentle music
a zero-gravity lounger featuring
immersion programmes utilising
and nature sounds to help
clinically-tested, Mind-Sync
four full-spectrum transducers
move clients to the relaxed,
vibroacoustic resonance therapy
to flow Quantum Harmonic
parasympathetic state.
sound waves through the body. Noise-cancelling headphones also deliver two channels
photo: LIVING EARTH CRAFTS
L
iving Earth Crafts (LEC) has
Users can choose between programmes lasting between 25-60 minutes via the lounger's interactive touch-screen. Designed for guests pre-
■■ Blake Feeney, LEC's VP of business development
and post- spa treatments, the chair is claimed to offer
are seeking unattended,
significant unattended revenue
effective experiences to
potential as both an add-on
augment their traditional spa,
or standalone service.
medical and beauty services.
Blake Feeney, LEC’s VP of business development,
Sleep Lounger is a perfect
sees great potential in the
addition to their offerings.”
lounger’s application. “In these tight labour markets, my spa clients
20
www.spabusiness.com
The Mind-Sync Harmonic
More on spa-kit.net http://lei.sr/T1h8c
©Cybertrek Ltd 2022
sBinsider Issue 388
Yon-Ka Your Spa partner
French family-owned skin care brand since 1954. Pioneer in phyto-aromatic care, creator of experiences. A unique and renowned know-how featured in more than 60 countries. A partnership grounded on a common vision for quality and performance. Le Vallon de Valrugues & Spa 5* France
Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta - Indonesia
The expertise of personalized skin care, the commitment to visible results.
The Experience of Phyto-Aromatic Skincare Laboratoires Multaler - 1 rue Ambroise Croizat - 95100 Argenteuil - France - Tel. + 33(0)1 41 19 56 56 Contact: infoexport@multaler.com - www.yonka.com
Live. Virtual. At Home
DISCOVER THE ULTIMATE GROUP FITNESS SOLUTION
With high season fast approaching, are you set up for success to attract new members and give them what they are craving? Latest research* shows 60:40 is the magic blend members are now looking for when it comes to keeping fit in your gym but also in their homes. Does your full membership mix keep them working out with you, wherever they are? Find out more about an omnichannel membership solution today. *Les Mills 2021 Global Fitness Report
lesmills.com/uk/ultimate
SUPPLIER NEWS La Rue Verte partners with Aman Spa at The Connaught Verte has developed a new treatment for the Aman Spa
photo: LA RUE VERTE
C
BD wellness brand La Rue
at The Connaught in London – the only Aman Spa in the world outside an Aman resort. The CIBTAC-accredited ritual has been created to ground guests through a lymphatic photo: LA RUE VERTE
drainage massage, designed to eliminate toxins, release muscle tension and manage pain. La Rue Verte has also incorporated reflexology body
■■ Emma O’Neil, MD and founder of La Rue Verte
mapping to target key areas of concern across mind and
bergamot, moringa, ho wood,
deliver our CBD journeys with
body, drawing on the non-
actives and potent CBD
The formula incorporates
cedarwood, cypress, eucalyptus,
knowledge and expertise –
psychotropic properties of CBD
blended together to soothe,
rosemary and myrcene.
ensuring industry compliance
to help promote inner balance.
uplift, ease pain and support
During the massage, therapists
the respiratory system.
Emma O’Neil, MD and founder of La Rue Verte,
use a professional massage oil,
La Rue Verte has infused
adds: “We’ve trained The
developed exclusively for Aman.
the oil with essentials oils from
Connaught’s therapists to
and innovation for the spa.”
More on spa-kit.net http://lei.sr/P1z6P
Sammy Gharieni to receive “A Life of Beauty” award in 2022
S
ammy Gharieni, CEO and
“I’m driven by passion and I absolutely love what I do – and
Group, will receive the 'A
this decides on the avenue
Life of Beauty' Award at industry
you opt for at the end of the
event Beauty Düsseldorf, in 2022
day,” comments Gharieni.
Gharieni helms a company
“Despite the initial uncertainty
that manufactures spa and
due to the pandemic, we
medical equipment, providing
were able to cope well in
equipment for resorts,
the last two years.”
hotels, spas and hospitality groups in 120 countries.
photo: GHARIENI GROUP
founder of the Gharieni
The Gharieni Group team
■■ Gharieni will receive the award in March 2022 at Beauty Düsseldorf
places a huge emphasis on active networking at national and
Born in Tunisia, Gharieni
accolade honours personalities
international levels and has used
established his first company
series into the physiological
with special merits in
this to grow its business globally.
in 1992, called Electro-Medical
effects of its concept beds.
Gharieni, which engineered
The recent report focused on
beds for medical treatments.
Gharieni’s MLX I³Dome table
The “A Life of Beauty”
professional cosmetics
“The principles of successful
who are considered driving
companies are innovation,
forces in the industry.
investment in research and
The award ceremony will take
multi-disciplinary cooperation.
In 2005 he moved into the wellness sector,
“A worldwide network
specialising in wellness
mark Gharieni's second receipt
is indispensable for this,”
and spa treatment beds.
of the 'A Life of Beauty' award.
concludes Gharieni.
place on 4 March 2022 and
sBinsider Issue 388
©Cybertrek Ltd 2022
In other news, Gharieni has
launched an ongoing research
and found that the bed aids recovery and wellbeing.
More on spa-kit.net http://lei.sr/M2E5H
www.spabusiness.com
23
spa business insider
WEB ADDRESS BOOK Connect with spa organisations from around the world. We welcome your entries – write to spateam@leisuremedia.com Asia-Pacific Spa & Wellness Coalition (APSWC) ■■ www.apswc.org
Association of Malaysian Spas (AMSPA) ■■ www.amspa.org.my
Bali Spa and Wellness Association ■■ www.balispawellness-association.org
Brazilian Spas Association ■■ www.abcspas.com.br
Bulgarian Union for Balneology and Spa Tourism (BUBSPA) ■■ www.bubspa.org
Association of Spas of the Czech Republic ■■ www.jedemedolazni.cz
Estonian Spa Association ■■ www.estonianspas.eu
European Historic Thermal Towns Association ■■ www.ehtta.eu
European Spas Association ■■ www.espa-ehv.com
Federation of Holistic Therapists (FHT) ■■ www.fht.org.uk
Romanian Spa Organization
■■ www.deutscher-heilbaederverband.de
■■ www.romanian-spas.ro
Global Wellness Institute (GWI)
Salt Therapy Association
■■ www.globalwellnessinstitute.org
■■ www.salttherapyassociation.org
Green Spa Network (GSN)
Serbian Spas & Resorts Association
■■ www.greenspanetwork.org
■■ www.serbianspas.org
Hungarian Baths Association
South African Spa Association
■■ www.furdoszovetseg.hu/en
■■ www.saspaassociation.co.za
Hydrothermal Spa Forum
Spanish National Spa Association
■■ www.hydrothermal-spa-forum.net
■■ www.balnearios.org
The Iceland Spa Association
Spa and Wellness Association of Africa (SWAA)
■■ www.visitspas.eu/iceland
The International Medical Spa Association ■■ www.dayspaassociation.com/imsa
International Sauna Association ■■ www.saunainternational.net
International Spa Association (ISPA) ■■ www.experienceispa.com
Irish Spa Association ■■ www.irishspaassociation.ie
Japan Spa Association ■■ www.j-spa.jp
Leading Spas of Canada ■■ www.leadingspasofcanada.com
■■ www.swaafrica.org
Spa Association of India ■■ www.spaassociationofindia.in
Spa Industry Association ■■ www.dayspaassociation.com
Spa & Wellness International Council ■■ www.1swic.ru
The Sustainable Spa Association (SSA) ■■ www.sustainablespas.org
Taiwan Spa Association ■■ www.tspa.tw
Thai Spa Association ■■ www.thaispaassociation.com
FEMTEC (the World Federation of Hydrotherapy and Climatotherapy)
National Guild of Spa Experts Russia
The UK Spa Association
■■ https://www.femteconline.org/m
■■ www.russiaspas.ru
■■ www.spa-uk.org
French Spa Association (SPA-A)
Portuguese Spas Association
Ukrainian SPA Association
■■ www.spa-a.org
■■ www.termasdeportugal.pt
■■ www.facebook.com/UASPA
www.spabusiness.com
©Cybertrek Ltd 2022
shutterstock/AndreyUG
24
German Spas Association
sBinsider Issue 388