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bbspa_Group's Gabriella Francia talks balancing tradition and tech in spas
24 May 2024
Gabriella Francia believes the magic of human touch is irreplaceable / bbspa_Group
Gabriella Francia believes the magic of human touch is irreplaceable / bbspa_Group
For Gabriella Francia, co-founder of bbspa_Group and training manager, the powerful touch of a massage is the stand-out element that makes a spa experience truly unique.

In Francia’s opinion, massage goes beyond mere manual manipulation – it's an empathetic and intuitive experience that only a highly skilled industry expert can provide.

However, technology is advancing rapidly and the spa industry is witnessing the dawn of modern new devices that look to complement or replace the power of touch. For example, at the latest CES event in Las Vegas, French startup Capsix Robotics unveiled the Capsix Robotics.iYu, a robotic arm designed to perform professional massages.

Despite ongoing advancements, Francia is convinced that no machine can yet replicate or replace the intricacy of human touch and empathy of a professional masseur. But, she recognises that the technology can be used to complement and elevate spa treatments.

For instance, Aquamotus by Aquaform offers a Vichy-style shower massage with 16 types of rainfall massages, while the Zerobody bed by Starpool lets users floating in zero gravity for total body and mind regeneration.

“The goal is to amplify the value of the investment, ensuring a unique and memorable experience for every spa guest,” she said.
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bbspa_Group's Gabriella Francia talks balancing tradition and tech in spas
24 May 2024
Gabriella Francia believes the magic of human touch is irreplaceable / bbspa_Group
For Gabriella Francia, co-founder of bbspa_Group and training manager, the powerful touch of a massage is the stand-out element that makes a spa experience truly unique.

In Francia’s opinion, massage goes beyond mere manual manipulation – it's an empathetic and intuitive experience that only a highly skilled industry expert can provide.

However, technology is advancing rapidly and the spa industry is witnessing the dawn of modern new devices that look to complement or replace the power of touch. For example, at the latest CES event in Las Vegas, French startup Capsix Robotics unveiled the Capsix Robotics.iYu, a robotic arm designed to perform professional massages.

Despite ongoing advancements, Francia is convinced that no machine can yet replicate or replace the intricacy of human touch and empathy of a professional masseur. But, she recognises that the technology can be used to complement and elevate spa treatments.

For instance, Aquamotus by Aquaform offers a Vichy-style shower massage with 16 types of rainfall massages, while the Zerobody bed by Starpool lets users floating in zero gravity for total body and mind regeneration.

“The goal is to amplify the value of the investment, ensuring a unique and memorable experience for every spa guest,” she said.
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Pharmos Natur has launched a Night Elixir and Night Cream to be used in its latest therapy, the Lunar Skin Ritual.
HPO Tech introduces hyperbaric chamber, Oyster
HPO Tech has created a single-seat hyperbaric chamber, called Oyster, with an acrylic domed lid that opens upwards like a shell.
Manduka debuts premium P/ROX hybrid fitness mat
Manduka, a leading manufacturer of premium yoga mats has launched its P/ROX hybrid fitness mat, crafted for athletes and functional fitness practitioners who move between yoga and fitness training.
Rebalance Tech ramps up Impulse rollout
Consumer desire for overall wellbeing is driving demand for Impulse, a multisensory bed by Rebalance Tech, according to distributor Spa Vision.
Nilo Spa Design introduces Marea dry flotation bed
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