Some of the spa industry’s leading professionals, along with an interesting mix of scientists specialising in ancient civilisations, bioelectrography (aura photography) and biosciences have collaborated on the concept of The Crystal Spa & Lounge – the first of a new generation of luxury day spas, which has just opened in the heart of St Petersburg.
For the first time anywhere in the world, The Crystal Spa & Lounge has spaces that have been built in accordance with the principles and technologies employed in ancient times for the construction of temples and pyramids. This standout feature has been created with the help of Valery Uvarov – a palaeoscientist (historic geologist).
Other experts include Nina Tsymbal and Elena Bogacheva, two of Russia’s most well-known spa consultants. While on the supplier side, insightful input has been given by Paul Haslauer from hydrothermal company Haslauer; Davide Bolatti president of Italian-based skincare group Comfort Zone; and André Prigent, the president of marine cosmetics firm Thalion.
They’ve developed a luxury day spa concept with a footprint of only 450sq m that offers a holistic approach to spa, based on traditional wellness methods and evidence-based medicine. You’ll find specialists in spa therapies, cosmetology, traditional and complementary medicine, as well as fitness trainers and hair-stylists. A spa coordinator works with every client to personalise a treatment programme in the areas of deep relaxation, weight loss, stress management and overall improvement of appearance and health.
The spa interiors, designed by French architect Marc Prigent, are in the classical style following the tradition of palaces in St Petersburg with added French elegance and chic. Luxurious interiors with sophisticated furniture, mirrors and crystal chandeliers bring splendour, but also create a cosy home-from-home atmosphere.
The thermal area has been influenced by Moroccan culture, enhancing the authenticity of the treatments carried out.
Each room has a high-end acoustic system based on the pyramids that makes it possible to not only hear the music, but also sense it.
All spa areas have equipment to create individual microclimates: dimmable lighting, state-of-the-art ventilation and air-conditioning, plus ionising systems to neutralise negative influences and enhance energy properties. Meanwhile, video images projected onto stone, glass and water add to the outstanding experience.
Thanks to these special features, the movement of our internal body clock is put on hold at Crystal Spa & Lounge, ageing processes are slowed and human biorhythms are synchronised with the Earth’s energy clock. The high concentration of life force improves the state of the immune system, increasing energy and the quality of the procedures while promoting improved health and spiritual growth. In short, the Crystal Spa & Lounge is one of a kind.
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Some of the spa industry’s leading professionals, along with an interesting mix of scientists specialising in ancient civilisations, bioelectrography (aura photography) and biosciences have collaborated on the concept of The Crystal Spa & Lounge – the first of a new generation of luxury day spas, which has just opened in the heart of St Petersburg.
For the first time anywhere in the world, The Crystal Spa & Lounge has spaces that have been built in accordance with the principles and technologies employed in ancient times for the construction of temples and pyramids. This standout feature has been created with the help of Valery Uvarov – a palaeoscientist (historic geologist).
Other experts include Nina Tsymbal and Elena Bogacheva, two of Russia’s most well-known spa consultants. While on the supplier side, insightful input has been given by Paul Haslauer from hydrothermal company Haslauer; Davide Bolatti president of Italian-based skincare group Comfort Zone; and André Prigent, the president of marine cosmetics firm Thalion.
They’ve developed a luxury day spa concept with a footprint of only 450sq m that offers a holistic approach to spa, based on traditional wellness methods and evidence-based medicine. You’ll find specialists in spa therapies, cosmetology, traditional and complementary medicine, as well as fitness trainers and hair-stylists. A spa coordinator works with every client to personalise a treatment programme in the areas of deep relaxation, weight loss, stress management and overall improvement of appearance and health.
The spa interiors, designed by French architect Marc Prigent, are in the classical style following the tradition of palaces in St Petersburg with added French elegance and chic. Luxurious interiors with sophisticated furniture, mirrors and crystal chandeliers bring splendour, but also create a cosy home-from-home atmosphere.
The thermal area has been influenced by Moroccan culture, enhancing the authenticity of the treatments carried out.
Each room has a high-end acoustic system based on the pyramids that makes it possible to not only hear the music, but also sense it.
All spa areas have equipment to create individual microclimates: dimmable lighting, state-of-the-art ventilation and air-conditioning, plus ionising systems to neutralise negative influences and enhance energy properties. Meanwhile, video images projected onto stone, glass and water add to the outstanding experience.
Thanks to these special features, the movement of our internal body clock is put on hold at Crystal Spa & Lounge, ageing processes are slowed and human biorhythms are synchronised with the Earth’s energy clock. The high concentration of life force improves the state of the immune system, increasing energy and the quality of the procedures while promoting improved health and spiritual growth. In short, the Crystal Spa & Lounge is one of a kind.
Read more from this issue of Spa Business magazine
Ask an expert: Cancer
The number of cancer sufferers and survivors is growing. How can spas cater for them? Kath Hudson reports
Interview: Neil Jacobs
Six Senses’ new CEO reveals the group’s spa strategy and development plans
Profile: Anna Bjurstam
The new vice president of spa and wellness at Six Senses will oversee 28 facilities worldwide
Hotel spa: Palace pampering
A E100m refurbishment of Paris’ Hôtel Le Bristol attracted footballer David Beckham for a six month-long stay. Julie Cramer pays a visit to its new Spa Le Bristol by La Prairie which is becoming a healthy profit centre
Promotional feature: Design consulting
Implementing a great spa design takes inspiration, patience and discipline, according to Cary Collier, principal of Blu Spas, WTS' strategic partner. In the third of our WTS series, he shares his design philosophy with Spa Business
Research: India's wellness consumers
Leonor Stanton analyses PwC’s latest research profiling Indian wellness consumers – an industry projected to be worth US$18bn in four years’ time
Thermal spa: Hot spot
The Banjaran is Malaysia’s first and only hot springs retreat. Jennifer Harbottle examines the growth strategy
Company profile promotion: QMS Medicosmetics
QMS Medicosmetics' revolutionary skincare system was created by a trauma surgeon from Germany. Here, the company's managing partner explains how the products' unique ingredients and actions are delivering exceptional results in spas worldwide
Hotel spa: Making a debut
Steigenberger Hotels has introduced a flagship spa concept in Frankfurt. Sophie Benge reports
Resort spa: Botanical beauty
The new Spa Botánico at Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve is set in five acres of ‘purification gardens’ and has a plant and herb apothecary
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The annual wellness festival dedicated to wellbeing, culture, longevity and human connection,
called Alma, will be hosted by Rocco Forte hotel, Verdura Resort in Sicily, Italy.
Capella Hotel Group has appointed Feisal Jaffer as chief development officer as the company
ramps up its global expansion of both its Capella and Patina brands.
People taking GLP-1 weight loss medications such as Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro and Zepbound
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research presented at the ENDO 2026 annual meeting of the Endocrine Society
Abu Dhabi-based investment firm Mubadala Capital has made a binding, fully financed
€1 billion
offer to acquire Pierre and Vacances SA, the European holiday resort operator behind the
continental European Center Parcs business.
Global retreat trade show, Synergy The Retreat Show, has launched a resource called The
Source, which hosts an open-access online Transformation Series programme.
The Standards Authority for Touch in Cancer Care (SATCC) charity has announced its first five-
day Living with Cancer and Beyond retreat, which will be held at Carden Park Hotel and Spa in
Cheshire, UK, between 1 and 5 September.
Patmos Aktis, a Luxury Collection Resort and Spa, has opened in Greece, with a renovated and
rebranded wellness offering called Ansana Wellness and Spa.
The Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, an Autograph Collection property in Hawaii, US, has opened its
22,000 sq ft indoor-outdoor Spa at Mauna Kea as the final step in the property’s overall
renovation, which has cost more than US$180 million (€166 million, £140 mill
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