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Letters:
Investors better placed to make profits in spas than operators, says Roger Allen
News report: LivNordic
Raison d’Etre signs a deal with Viking Cruise Lines for its LivNordic spa brand
Trends: Spa Foresight™ 2015
The team behind Spa Business share their insights on what the world of wellness will look like in the future
Interview – Craig Cogut:
The founding partner of Six Senses’ investment firm Pegasus Capital Advisors reveals his vision for the spa operator. Rhianon Howells reports
Promotional feature: RKF Linen
Founder and CEO Riadh Bouaziz talks about the development of the linen company’s revolutionary
new Dreamsoft product and its uptake in leading hotels and spas worldwide
Thought Leaders: Expert predictions
Thought leaders from around the world, working in different industry sectors, talk about spa trends, challenges and growth opportunities
Promotional feature: Thalgo
After 50 successful years in the professional spa and beauty industry, the Thalgo brand is as strong and as innovative
as ever
Promotional feature: ManageMySpa
CEO Sudheer Koneru explains how a move from enterprise technology into spa
software resulted in the creation of a powerful system
REM gets into relaxation Designed with ergonomics in mind, REM has launched the Solus Relaxer. Suitable for any relaxation area, it includes a mood-enhancing LED lighting system which is programmable at the touch of a button, providing a chromatherapy experience.
Established more than 70 years ago, REM makes and distributes a wide range of spa and beauty equipment internationally. Its in-house design facility works to create the style, colour and ‘personality’ that operators request.
Spa-kit.net keyword: REM
REM gets into relaxation
Fresh look for Voya Organic seaweed skincare company Voya has revealed a fresh brand look which includes new biodegradable packaging made from the same hand-harvested seaweed that’s used in its products. Some formulation amendments have also been made to enhance the overall quality and results of products. In a second phase of evolution, Voya will be launching facial ranges for specific skin types from July onwards. Voya supplies a number of leading spas and resorts around the world.
Spa-kit.net keyword: Voya
Fresh look for Voya
Living Earth Crafts scores a hat-trick Living Earth Crafts has launched three new pieces of equipment for spas. The Nuage Pedestal + Studio treatment table features an electric-lift actuator, a built-in warming drawer for hot towels and LED lighting.
The space-saving Optia Workspace also features a warming drawer and LED lighting plus side compartments. Finally, the Luma NailSpace + Studio (pictured) is a precision-crafted piece and comes with LED lights, a side-wall for polish displays, multiple storage drawers, upgraded laminate and a lamp option for those requiring extra lighting. Spa-kit.net keywords: Living Earth Crafts
Living Earth Crafts scores a hat-trick
Form & function from Klafs “Minimalist in design and yet fascinatingly diverse” is how Klafs describes its new D6 steamroom. The modular system is available in various sizes, layouts and optical designs. The seats are self-supporting/not integral so they can be removed for versatility. This also prevents water build up on benches. Coloured walls, or walls with pictures on (see above) are just two of the design options.
Spa-kit.net keyword: Klafs
Form & function from Klafs
Trautwein’s water massage Featuring 32 rotating water jet nozzles integrated ergonomically in seven zones, Trautwein’s new AquaThermoJet offers users a unique massage, starting at the feet and moving up to the neck and shoulders, simulating a treatment given by a physiotherapist. The warm water jets reach the soft and flexible film of the translucent, highly elastic surface, with users feeling the sensation of the water without getting wet.
Spa-kit.net keyword: Trautwein
Trautwein’s water massage
Gharieni system could be music to your ears A new sound massage system from Gharieni – SpaWave – aims to provide the benefits of mindfulness, meditation and deep-relaxation techniques. Special music, which is applied through gentle acoustic waves with binaural sounds, creates an anti-stress experience during a 30- or 60-minute sound therapy treatment.
The treatment is based on quantum harmonics sound therapy. Gharieni says precise and complex audio frequencies are matched to the organs and energy centres (chakras) of the body and can be experienced via headphones or integrated speakers in the headrest.
SpaWave has been designed to offer body and muscle relaxation within a few minutes when combined with the oscillation massage system integrated in the lying surface. The system can be used as a standalone application or in combination with other treatments such as massages, body wraps and beauty services.
Whole body focus for HydroPeptide An anti-ageing skincare collection for the body, HydroPeptide’s Body Therapeutics provides a complete regimen for skin from the neck down, consisting of a body wash, scrub, serum, balm and cream.
It been created to address a range of body imperfections such as stretch marks and scars, cellulite, unsightly veins and bruises, slackened skin, swelling and discomfort, and uneven skin tone.
HydroPeptide says the collection features a unique mix of peptides to nourish the skin, while artificial fragrances are replaced with non-toxic, aromatic extracts from apple, pear, pineapple and peppermint.
Spa-kit.net keyword: HydroPeptide
Whole body focus for HydroPeptide
Elemis mans up to products Elemis has boosted its Men’s product range with a pair of ‘anti-fatigue’ additions. Anti-Fatigue Day Cream is a moisturiser created to be energising but light in texture. Anti-Fatigue Eye Gel contains a cooling and refreshing formula that Elemis says is easily absorbed and light on the delicate area around the eyes.
Elemis recognises that men’s skin behaves differently from women’s and its men’s range has been formulated to combat the harsh effects of frequent shaving, stresses of life and daily environmental pollution. The entire range, comprising 12 products, also now comes in sleek new packaging.
Spa-kit.net keyword: Elemis
Elemis mans up to products
Bright future for Amala Amala’s Brighten collection is based on its new BioRadiance ingredient complex, which blends narcissus with other healing organics. The collection aims to prevent and correct the appearance of dark spots and dull, uneven skin tone. Third-party clinical trials show that products deliver firmer skin and refined texture in four weeks, and a brighter, more even tone in eight weeks, according to Amala. Products include the Brightening Corrective Concentrate serum and the Advanced Brightening Emulsion facial moisturiser.
In other news, Amala has announced that its product range is now being offered to guests at the famous La Mamounia Spa (pictured) in Marrakech, Morocco, with the skincare brand selected because it matched the spa’s vision of “quality, luxury and simplicity”.
Spa-kit.net keyword: Amala
Amala products
Amala has announced that its product range is now being offered to guests at the famous La Mamounia Spa in Marrakech
Shinchas spring into action at Rishi Rishi Tea has unveiled a batch of shinchas (new teas) featuring four micro-lots cultivated directly from tea gardens across Kagoshima, south-west Japan. Shincha Okuyutaka has a smooth taste and “almost milky” quality, while Shincha Chumushi is made entirely with the Okumidori cultivar. Shincha Asamushi offers a taste of the Asanoka tea cultivar, which balances umami and a bittersweet flavour with aromatic hints of sakura cherry blossoms. Nishi Hand-Picked Sae Midori Shincha comes direct from the Nishi family farm.
Spa-kit.net keywords: Rishi Tea
Shinchas spring into action at Rishi
Smart self-tan introduced by ESPA ESPA’s Naturally Radiant Gradual Tan has been designed to work intuitively with the skin’s personal biochemistry to develop a natural, healthy-looking tan over four hours. The nourishing and smoothing body cream combines natural DHA with tan accelerating antioxidant plant melanin and also contains sweet almond oil to hydrate skin. It’s suitable for all skin types.
Spa-kit.net keyword: ESPA
Smart self-tan introduced by ESPA
Thalion’s precious pearls Lasting 30 minutes, Thalion’s new Slimming Express treatment has been designed to be short and efficient. At the heart of the treatment are its new turquoise sea pearls – called Scrub Slimming Pearls – which roll and melt on the skin. The pearls’ slimming aid ingredients – caffein and a patented macro-brown seaweed extract – are released during a deep massage to help eliminate fatty cells and to reduce cellulite.
Le Atelier by C.O.D.E. doesn't offer a standard bespoke service, it provides a highly
customised approach to designing massage beds and loungers in high-end wellness
environments. [more...]
Read more from this issue of Spa Business magazine
View contents of Spa Business 2015 issue 3
Letters:
Investors better placed to make profits in spas than operators, says Roger Allen
News report: LivNordic
Raison d’Etre signs a deal with Viking Cruise Lines for its LivNordic spa brand
Trends: Spa Foresight™ 2015
The team behind Spa Business share their insights on what the world of wellness will look like in the future
Interview – Craig Cogut:
The founding partner of Six Senses’ investment firm Pegasus Capital Advisors reveals his vision for the spa operator. Rhianon Howells reports
Promotional feature: RKF Linen
Founder and CEO Riadh Bouaziz talks about the development of the linen company’s revolutionary
new Dreamsoft product and its uptake in leading hotels and spas worldwide
Thought Leaders: Expert predictions
Thought leaders from around the world, working in different industry sectors, talk about spa trends, challenges and growth opportunities
Promotional feature: Thalgo
After 50 successful years in the professional spa and beauty industry, the Thalgo brand is as strong and as innovative
as ever
Promotional feature: ManageMySpa
CEO Sudheer Koneru explains how a move from enterprise technology into spa
software resulted in the creation of a powerful system
REM gets into relaxation Designed with ergonomics in mind, REM has launched the Solus Relaxer. Suitable for any relaxation area, it includes a mood-enhancing LED lighting system which is programmable at the touch of a button, providing a chromatherapy experience.
Established more than 70 years ago, REM makes and distributes a wide range of spa and beauty equipment internationally. Its in-house design facility works to create the style, colour and ‘personality’ that operators request.
Spa-kit.net keyword: REM
REM gets into relaxation
Fresh look for Voya Organic seaweed skincare company Voya has revealed a fresh brand look which includes new biodegradable packaging made from the same hand-harvested seaweed that’s used in its products. Some formulation amendments have also been made to enhance the overall quality and results of products. In a second phase of evolution, Voya will be launching facial ranges for specific skin types from July onwards. Voya supplies a number of leading spas and resorts around the world.
Spa-kit.net keyword: Voya
Fresh look for Voya
Living Earth Crafts scores a hat-trick Living Earth Crafts has launched three new pieces of equipment for spas. The Nuage Pedestal + Studio treatment table features an electric-lift actuator, a built-in warming drawer for hot towels and LED lighting.
The space-saving Optia Workspace also features a warming drawer and LED lighting plus side compartments. Finally, the Luma NailSpace + Studio (pictured) is a precision-crafted piece and comes with LED lights, a side-wall for polish displays, multiple storage drawers, upgraded laminate and a lamp option for those requiring extra lighting. Spa-kit.net keywords: Living Earth Crafts
Living Earth Crafts scores a hat-trick
Form & function from Klafs “Minimalist in design and yet fascinatingly diverse” is how Klafs describes its new D6 steamroom. The modular system is available in various sizes, layouts and optical designs. The seats are self-supporting/not integral so they can be removed for versatility. This also prevents water build up on benches. Coloured walls, or walls with pictures on (see above) are just two of the design options.
Spa-kit.net keyword: Klafs
Form & function from Klafs
Trautwein’s water massage Featuring 32 rotating water jet nozzles integrated ergonomically in seven zones, Trautwein’s new AquaThermoJet offers users a unique massage, starting at the feet and moving up to the neck and shoulders, simulating a treatment given by a physiotherapist. The warm water jets reach the soft and flexible film of the translucent, highly elastic surface, with users feeling the sensation of the water without getting wet.
Spa-kit.net keyword: Trautwein
Trautwein’s water massage
Gharieni system could be music to your ears A new sound massage system from Gharieni – SpaWave – aims to provide the benefits of mindfulness, meditation and deep-relaxation techniques. Special music, which is applied through gentle acoustic waves with binaural sounds, creates an anti-stress experience during a 30- or 60-minute sound therapy treatment.
The treatment is based on quantum harmonics sound therapy. Gharieni says precise and complex audio frequencies are matched to the organs and energy centres (chakras) of the body and can be experienced via headphones or integrated speakers in the headrest.
SpaWave has been designed to offer body and muscle relaxation within a few minutes when combined with the oscillation massage system integrated in the lying surface. The system can be used as a standalone application or in combination with other treatments such as massages, body wraps and beauty services.
Whole body focus for HydroPeptide An anti-ageing skincare collection for the body, HydroPeptide’s Body Therapeutics provides a complete regimen for skin from the neck down, consisting of a body wash, scrub, serum, balm and cream.
It been created to address a range of body imperfections such as stretch marks and scars, cellulite, unsightly veins and bruises, slackened skin, swelling and discomfort, and uneven skin tone.
HydroPeptide says the collection features a unique mix of peptides to nourish the skin, while artificial fragrances are replaced with non-toxic, aromatic extracts from apple, pear, pineapple and peppermint.
Spa-kit.net keyword: HydroPeptide
Whole body focus for HydroPeptide
Elemis mans up to products Elemis has boosted its Men’s product range with a pair of ‘anti-fatigue’ additions. Anti-Fatigue Day Cream is a moisturiser created to be energising but light in texture. Anti-Fatigue Eye Gel contains a cooling and refreshing formula that Elemis says is easily absorbed and light on the delicate area around the eyes.
Elemis recognises that men’s skin behaves differently from women’s and its men’s range has been formulated to combat the harsh effects of frequent shaving, stresses of life and daily environmental pollution. The entire range, comprising 12 products, also now comes in sleek new packaging.
Spa-kit.net keyword: Elemis
Elemis mans up to products
Bright future for Amala Amala’s Brighten collection is based on its new BioRadiance ingredient complex, which blends narcissus with other healing organics. The collection aims to prevent and correct the appearance of dark spots and dull, uneven skin tone. Third-party clinical trials show that products deliver firmer skin and refined texture in four weeks, and a brighter, more even tone in eight weeks, according to Amala. Products include the Brightening Corrective Concentrate serum and the Advanced Brightening Emulsion facial moisturiser.
In other news, Amala has announced that its product range is now being offered to guests at the famous La Mamounia Spa (pictured) in Marrakech, Morocco, with the skincare brand selected because it matched the spa’s vision of “quality, luxury and simplicity”.
Spa-kit.net keyword: Amala
Amala products
Amala has announced that its product range is now being offered to guests at the famous La Mamounia Spa in Marrakech
Shinchas spring into action at Rishi Rishi Tea has unveiled a batch of shinchas (new teas) featuring four micro-lots cultivated directly from tea gardens across Kagoshima, south-west Japan. Shincha Okuyutaka has a smooth taste and “almost milky” quality, while Shincha Chumushi is made entirely with the Okumidori cultivar. Shincha Asamushi offers a taste of the Asanoka tea cultivar, which balances umami and a bittersweet flavour with aromatic hints of sakura cherry blossoms. Nishi Hand-Picked Sae Midori Shincha comes direct from the Nishi family farm.
Spa-kit.net keywords: Rishi Tea
Shinchas spring into action at Rishi
Smart self-tan introduced by ESPA ESPA’s Naturally Radiant Gradual Tan has been designed to work intuitively with the skin’s personal biochemistry to develop a natural, healthy-looking tan over four hours. The nourishing and smoothing body cream combines natural DHA with tan accelerating antioxidant plant melanin and also contains sweet almond oil to hydrate skin. It’s suitable for all skin types.
Spa-kit.net keyword: ESPA
Smart self-tan introduced by ESPA
Thalion’s precious pearls Lasting 30 minutes, Thalion’s new Slimming Express treatment has been designed to be short and efficient. At the heart of the treatment are its new turquoise sea pearls – called Scrub Slimming Pearls – which roll and melt on the skin. The pearls’ slimming aid ingredients – caffein and a patented macro-brown seaweed extract – are released during a deep massage to help eliminate fatty cells and to reduce cellulite.
People taking GLP-1 weight loss medications such as Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro and Zepbound
may be losing weight, but they’re also becoming less physically active, according to new
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
The UK spa review and discovery platform for consumers, the Good Spa Guide, has announced
it will host the Good Spa Guide Awards 2026 during an event on 16 November at Sopwell House
Hotel in St Albans, UK.
Eighty-four per cent of consumers now say wellness is a top priority in their lives, with this
percentage increasing year on year, according to a preview presentation of McKinsey’s Future of
Wellness 2026 research report.
Mass protests have been taking place since Monday 1 June in Albania over the development of
a luxury resort by Donald Trump’s daughter Ivanka Trump and her husband Jared Kushner.
Global Wellness Day (GWD) marked its 15th anniversary on Saturday 13 June 2026, with the
theme: #JoyMagenta – a celebration of the healing qualities of simple gestures and activities
that spark joy.
Le Atelier by C.O.D.E. doesn't offer a standard bespoke service, it provides a highly
customised approach to designing massage beds and loungers in high-end wellness
environments. [more...]
