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17 DECEMBER 2025 ISSUE 490
A SPA BUSINESS PUBLICATION
Gaia plans AU$37m expansion
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Gaia Retreat’s owners have submitted a planning application to the local government authority in Byron, Australia, for an AU$37 million (US$24.2 million, €21.0 million, £10.3 million) expansion of the facility that was originally co-founded by Olivia Newton-John in 2005. The wellness facility in Brooklet TROPPO ARCHITECTS
was purchased in 2021 by Fiveight, the property development arm of an investment company called Tattarang, owned by Andrew and
■ Troppo Architects has worked on the design for the Gaia expansion
Nicola Forrest. They bought it for AU$30 million (US$19.8 million,
“Gaia Retreat and Spa has
strengthening the region’s
€17.7 million, £9.9 million).
been a sanctuary of healing
wellness reputation,” they said.
and connection on Bundjalung
The property’s expansion will
Country for more than 20 years.
include the creation of a new spa
“The proposed redevelopment
complex and treatment rooms –
The design for the upgrades across the eight-hectare site is by Troppo Architects. When asked about the planning
is a thoughtful investment in its
replacing an existing facility. Pools
application, a spokesperson from
future, enhancing sustainability,
and relaxation areas will be upgraded.
the retreat told Spa Business:
supporting local jobs and
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The new marina resort will be at Port Nimara
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SAUNA
DEVELOPMENT
UNDER A TREE
Equinox to launch first resort in Anguilla, in the Caribbean
MARISA SAKURA DALNÄS
EQUINOX RESORT ANGUILLA PORT NAMARA
EXPANSION
Maria Nystedt laments soulless global hotel spas
Amy McDonald reveals Marina Cavtat Resort project
Nystedt pushes for water and steam in all saunas
The luxury destination is on the Croatian coast
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spa business people Michael Lahm sets up turnkey spa and wellness development consultancy, Reservoir
M
ichael Lahm has
Reservoir is a virtual company
established a new
with offices in the US in New York
turnkey spa development
City, Orange County, Savannah
consultancy called Reservoir.
and Birmingham, Michigan.
Lahm brings 30 years’ experience
The company has projects in
in leadership and development of
North America and is open to taking
projects and properties for a diverse
on work in Europe and beyond.
range of brands, most recently
Lahm said: “We partner with
with consultancy TLee Spas.
owners, operators and developers
He told Spa Business that
who seek to make wellness a defining hallmark of their
ideation and planning of wellness
hospitality, mixed-use, private
MICHAEL LAHM
Reservoir will work on projects from environments to implementation. Lahm said: “Carefully attuned to each project’s unique context and diverse stakeholders, Reservoir approaches each endeavour with critical thinking and project-specific
Our process integrates form and function with exacting detail
creativity to deliver enduring
Michael Lahm
returns for owners and investors.”
club and residential projects.” Reservoir's first clients include a new global hospitality brand, an ultraluxury residential project in South Florida, a social club in Columbus, Ohio, and a Proper-branded hotel and residences in Dallas. MORE >>> http://lei.sr/d5W8j_B
Andrew Barnard confirms plans for BodyHoliday brand expansion
B
odyHoliday has confirmed it
coastal lagoon and nature reserve
is expanding the brand and
called Ria Formosa, with direct
developing its first European
access to the beach, Praia da Lota.
property in Portugal’s Eastern
BODYHOLIDAY
Algarve, which is set to open in 2029.
We’re now building a a growing collection of resorts across multiple destinations Andrew Barnard, CEO, SunSwept Resorts
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The site is being designed by architects Gensler, with interior
BodyHoliday Algarve will be a
design by Clodagh and the Clodagh
sister destination to the operator’s
Design Team. The 26-acre site will
flagship 155-key resort in St Lucia.
have 175 units of accommodation in
The Portuguese project marks the
addition to a spa and wellness centre
first step in a programme to create a
that measures 40,000sq ft and will
collection of BodyHoliday resorts.
have more than 40 treatment rooms.
A new executive team has been
There will also be a cutting-edge
chosen to lead the brand’s expansion.
fitness complex, multiple pools, a lush
The new Portuguese property will
garden and signature programming.
be located next to the protected
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GLOBAL WELLNESS SUMMIT
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Michael Lahm
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Obesity
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Caribbean Equinox Resort
Michael Lahm speaks exclusively to Spa Business about his new wellness consultancy, Reservoir
The World Health Organisation extends the use of GLP-1 medications to treat obesity long-term
Equinox Hotels will expand into the Caribbean with Equinox Resort Anguilla Port Nimara
SPA BUSINESS INSIGHTS
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Saunas need more soul
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Intentional rituals
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Coastal Croatia
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Supplier news
Amaala will be the most comprehensive wellness destination in the world Lindsay Madden-Nadeau
Lindsay Madden-Nadeau outlines Amaala operations
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eal estate developer Red Sea Global will hand over the first set of hotels to operators at Saudi Arabian ultra-luxury giga-project Amaala in Q1 of 2026.
Lindsay Madden-Nadea, senior director of
wellness strategy for Red Sea Global, told delegates at the recent Global Wellness Summit in Dubai: Saudi Arabia and Amaala will be a benchmark for health and wellbeing. Amaala will be the most comprehensive wellness destination in the world.” “The wellness spaces we've built – some are 8,000sq m and 10,000sq m,” she added. She highlighted the first six properties to open will be those operated by brands including Equinox, Four Seasons, Rosewood, Six Senses. Another social and solo wellness resort under the Nammos brand will open, as well as a hotel in the staff village. The three remaining resorts due to open later in the year are by Clinique La Prairie, Jayasom and Ritz-Carlton. MORE >>> http://lei.sr/2q2F4_B
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MY Maria Nystedt, senior project TAKE manager for Raison d'Etre, shares her frustrations with hotel spa saunas
Canadian operator Basecamp Resorts reveals first of five nordic Everwild spa facilities
Amy McDonald outlines plans for luxury marina lifestyle destination Marina Cavtat Resort in Croatia
The latest in products and innovation from G.M. Collin, MindFidelity, Trybe and Mood Board Engineering
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spa business news HEALTH
WHO backs long-term use of GLP-1s to treat obesity and people worldwide to control
(WHO) has released its first guideline
it, effectively and equitably,” said
on the use of GLP-1s to address
Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus,
the growing health challenge of
the director general of the WHO.
obesity, which affects more than
“Without decisive action, the
a billion people worldwide.
number of people with obesity is
In a boost for the sector, the
projected to double by 2030".
new guidelines emphasise that
Social change needs to be
medication alone will not solve
delivered through “robust
the problem, highlighting the need
population-level policies to promote
for a three pronged approach that
health and prevent obesity,”
also includes societal change to
says WHO, while also protecting
creating healthier environments
people at high risk of developing
and support for physical activity.
obesity and related comorbidities
“Obesity is a major global health
through targeted screening and
challenge that WHO is committed to
structured early interventions.
addressing by supporting countries
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■ The new guideline extends uses of GLP-1s
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The World Health Organization
Without decisive action, the number of people with obesity is projected to double by 2030 Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus
ACQUISITION
Therme Group completes purchase of Josef Wund spas Therme Group has acquired three renowned German thermal THERME GROUP
and Titisee-Neustadt from the Josef Wund Foundation. Subject to approval, the
■ Therme Eurskirchen is now part of Therme Group
transaction brings the total number
Therme Group is leading these destinations into the next phase of development Robert Hanea
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of sites in the Therme Group
foundation. Following Wund's death,
portfolio originally built by Josef
the foundation became owner of
Wund to four - Wund’s entire spa
the Thermengruppe Josef Wund.
portfolio. Therme Erding (also in
Robert Hanea, founder and CEO,
Germany) was acquired in 2024.
Therme Group, said: “Therme Group
The deal is the result of a long-
is leading these destinations into
standing partnership with the late
the next phase of development.”
Josef Wund, his family and the
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DEVELOPMENT
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Equinox unveils Caribbean marina project Equinox Hotels perfectly aligns with our vision of Port Nimara, Anguilla
Equinox Hotels has announced it will
Nimara, the first Caribbean site for the brand. It will open in 2029.
PORT NIMARA
operate a marina lifestyle destination called Equinox Resort Anguilla Port
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owned location, the Port Nimara
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Resort has beachfront views and
dining venue, luxury shopping and
a 118-berth marina for vessels
access to a lively promenade.
measuring up tp 240 feet. The 62-key resort and branded
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David Mizrahi, CEO of developers
Publisher
South West Harbour and SF
residences' amenities will feature
Investments, said: “Equinox Hotels
The Spa by Equinox Hotels, an
perfectly aligns with our vision.”
Equinox health club, an all-day
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Anantara Resorts' Layan Life offers follow-up care retreat at Anantara Layan Phuket
■ The new programme provides aftercare
ANANTARA HOTELS & RESORTS
Layan Life, the medical wellness
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Head of design
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Resort in Thailand has introduced a post-stay continuity programme to provide follow-up care for guests. The retreat destination launched in October last year under Minor
Guests will also have access to wellness products and supplement subscriptions as part of the aftercare service.
Hotels’ new medi-wellness
Digital newsletters with
concept, Life by Anantara.
expert insights and inspiration
The new “Life After Layan” programme extends the concept’s
will also be available. Minor Hotels has also revealed that
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experience in order for guests to
series of programmes and retreats
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designed for people of specific
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their stay. It includes consultations
ages, from teens and young adults
with doctors after retreats at intervals
to midlife guests and seniors.
of one, three and six months.
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MY TAKE
MARISA SAKURA DALNÄS
Too many saunas are too cold, too dry, too hot or have been built with the wrong wood Maria Nystedt, senior project manager, Raison d'Etre
Saunas need soul Saunas need löyly (steam) to be authentic, says Maria Nystedt
A
s a spa and wellness consultant,
But my question is, are we really giving
I've travelled the world and seen
guests the best sauna experience?
breathtaking spas, but the saunas
It's no coincidence that after 12 years
have often left me with a sad heart.
living in Mallorca, Spain, I finally felt at
I think the world is missing out on one of the
home when I built a wood-fired sauna in my
simplest, most powerful wellness rituals. In a
garden. Sauna really is part of my DNA.
time when everyone talks about longevity and
But when I invited my Spanish and international
■ Water is used
advanced modalities, we are overlooking the most
friends to try my new sauna, many hesitated. “I’ll
in all Finnish
accessible longevity practice: sauna and sweat.
faint”, or “I won’t be able to breathe,” they told
saunas to
Of course, readers will be questioning me,
me. I don’t think they feared the sauna itself, but
create steam
knowing sauna is the core spa experience.
their previous experiences had put them off.
Löyly provides soul Unfortunately, there are too many saunas around the world that are too cold, too hot and dry, are built with the wrong wood, or – worst of all – there’s often a big sign saying “no water on the stove.” SHUTTERSTOCK / NEW AFRICA
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■ Nystedt built a Finnish sauna in her garden in Mallorca, Spain
MARISA SAKURA DALNÄS
Live news:
Finland, there are approximately 3 million saunas and there isn’t a single one of them without water on the stones.” And he’s right. Without löyly (the Finnish word for steam), the sauna has no soul.
The steam makes it easier to breathe and transforms the sauna from just a hot room into a whole ritual
Hotel spas
and owners: can we make the most of the
There is a global sauna movement unfolding
global sauna trend and ensure we create saunas
right now, sauna bathing is booming, new
that are true to Finnish tradition, where water
sauna concepts are emerging and outdoor,
is poured on the stove to create löyly?
movable saunas are drawing strong
The steam makes the sauna enjoyable, it's
communities with long waiting lists.
easier to breathe, more beneficial and transforms
Spas, and especially hotel spas, cannot
the sauna from just a hot room into a whole ritual.
afford to lag behind. We need to ensure this key
We can benchmark against the 3.3 million
wellness element offers an experience that is as
saunas in Finland, even those with electric
authentic as possible in a space that functions
stoves, where water is always allowed on the
well and has been constructed correctly.
stones. This can be a reality around the world too, if we work with reliable suppliers, ensure
Authenticity
proper installation, ventilation and drainage
The truth is, guests don’t shy away from
and choose stoves designed for water.
authenticity – they long for it. Much of my
Many spa guest may miss out on the
research into guests’ needs and wishes points
true sauna experience because of the lack
to the demand for the real thing and traditional
of löyly and I believe it is our industry’s
rituals. Therefore, I’m calling on spa designers
responsibility to change that. ●
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spa business insights ■ The Canmore site has a 42-person Aufguss sauna for traditional and modern wellness rituals
JP CORTES DUEÑEZ
Intentional rituals
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Basecamp Resorts reveals first of five Everwild Nordic Spa and Hotels in Canmore, Canada
anadian hospitality brand Basecamp Resorts has debuted its Everwild spa concept with the launch of its Everwild Nordic Spa and Hotel in Canmore, Canada. The property, previously known as MTN House Hotel, has undergone renovations to its 99-key hotel and the installation of a brand new extensive spa facility under its Everwild concept, of which it has four more in the pipeline.
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The new spa’s installation has cost CA$27 million (US$19.6 million, €16.8 million, £13.8 million). With a footprint measuring nearly 40,000sq ft, Everwild’s concept is dedicated to creating inclusive, intentional spaces for rest, ritual and reconnection. Sky McLean, founder and CEO of Basecamp Resorts, said: “Everwild represents a new chapter in Canadian wellness – where architecture, nature and culture
converge. Our goal is to make meaningful wellness experiences deeply rooted in place. Canmore is where that vision takes form.”
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■ The wellness facilities have a combined indoor and outdoor footprint of 40,000sq ft
to elevated outdoor relaxation spaces in alpine surroundings. Guests have access to hot, cold and temperate pools; plus saunas, steamrooms and salt rooms. Sauna equipment is provided by two Finnish companies, IKI and Harvia. Among the areas dedicated to fostering social experiences are a 42-person Aufguss sauna, as well as a 55-seat Elements lounge. This site will employ 70 people and it will welcome 78,000 visitors Spa Business Issue 490 ©Cybertrek Ltd 2025
Everwild represents a new chapter in Canadian wellness – where architecture, nature and culture converge Sky McLean
annually. To serve this quantity of guests, the spa has 250 lockers. A day pass to access the facility is priced between CA$185 (US$132, €114, £100) and CA$219 (US$154, €136, £119). Local skincare supplier, Mother Earth, is providing bespoke spa treatments. Future Everwild sites are planned across Western Canada in Banff, Fernie, Revelstoke and Calgary's Harmony community. ● www.spabusiness.com
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spa business insights
UNDER A TREE
Marina Resort Cavtat will be a wellbeing lifestyle resort, where the exclusively developed wellness concept flows effortlessly through every touchpoint every day Amy McDonald, founder and CEO, Under a Tree Consulting
Coastal Croatia The luxury wellness lifestyle destination Marina Cavtat Resort is due to open in Croatia in 2029
A
■ The development has received government recognition as a project of interest, due to its scale
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€285 million (US$316 million, £242 million) next-generation luxury yachting destination, Marina Resort Cavtat, is being developed on the Dubrovnik Riviera with wellness and regenerative programming by Under a Tree Consulting. The property, which is scheduled to open in 2029, will have a 151berth marina, two five-star hotels, luxury villas, branded apartments, a wellness retreat, a performance hub, yacht club and a retail/ dining village called Lungomare. The location was chosen because it represents the first nautical marina gateway upon entry to the Croatian Adriatic Sea from the south, making it a starting point for yachting itineraries.
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■ The property will have a 151berth marina on the Adriatic
CICADA DESIGN / DALMI RESORTS INTERNATIONAL
The resort is a wellness-integrated coastal destination where marina life, regenerative living and slow luxury converge The resort is set within an unspoiled hillside amphitheatre that offers sea views and a panoramic funicular, allowing guests to move up and down the landscape.
Companies involved Marina Cavtat and Resort is owned by developers Dalmi Resorts International. The resort will be operated by Dalmi Resorts, in partnership with real estate advisory company 360 Pacifica. Under a Tree Consulting has provided the wellness concept that runs throughout the entire property. The lead architect for the project is ATELIER 1 Toronto, with architecture and urban design support from Atellior Zagreb, interior design by Atellior London and landscape and waterfront design by Werft. Spa Business Issue 490 ©Cybertrek Ltd 2025
Blueprint Global is handling marketing and sales. Marine market planning is by Luxury Vanguard, a Monaco-based company.
The concept Under a Tree Consulting is leading the full wellness strategy for Marina Resort Cavtat, from business due diligence, detailed revenue projections and concept development to pre-opening. Amy McDonald, founder and CEO of Under a Tree, described the concept to Spa Business: “The resort is a wellness-integrated coastal destination where marina life, regenerative living and slow luxury converge – offering a curated daily rhythm from hilltop arrival to the Lungomare promenade and the social heartbeat of the yacht club. ●
■ A panoramic funicular will allow guests to move up and down the unspoiled hillside amphitheatre
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MINDFIDELITY
■ Overtone is a self-contained, standalone product that can be integrated flexibly into various wellness centres and spas
MindFidelity creates new audio wellness installation, Overtone integrated flexibly into various
MindFidelity has created a
wellness, spa and hospitality
new wellness soundscape
offerings, with soundscape durations,
installation called Overtone, offering a sonic immersion of
MINDFIDELITY
C
reative audio consultancy
of 15, 30 and 40 minutes. Paton told Spa Business: “Rather
gongs, singing bowls and chimes
than directly playing back a recording
using high fidelity speakers.
of a traditional gong bath, the
Specialising in bespoke sound and original music composition, MindFidelity's Overtone
■ Liam Paton
The Overtone soundscape
Overtone soundscape embellishes this ancient palette of instruments with contemporary musical elements,
reimagines the traditional sound
emanates from this speaker, providing
natural ambience and sound design
bathing gong experience.
top quality recordings of instruments
layers in a way only achievable
A sculptural suspended
in a contemporary composition by
via loudspeaker playback. "
circular speaker called The
Liam Paton, founder of MindFidelity.
Aureole is installed to create a
Overtone is a self-contained,
visual and sonic focal point.
standalone product that can be
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H
ospitality industry
A personalised radio frequency
software company
identification (RFID) wristband is
Trybe has launched a
linked to each guest’s profile and
self-service check-in kiosk and
payment method. The wearable
wearable wristband technology.
device becomes a digital key
Guests scan a QR code at
for accessing facilities and
the Trybe self-service kiosk and
enabling cashless payments.
the system verifies the booking without queues or paperwork.
The system provides operators
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Trybe launches self-service contactless check-in kiosks with reusable wristbands
with real-time data analytics to
■ Trybe piloted the system at the
help them understand consumer
destination spa Ffolkespa in the UK
TRYBE
behaviour by tracking facility usage and spend. The innovation also
contactless check-in kiosks
improves personalisation for guests
marks a significant step. It’s about
and reduces staff workloads.
empowering both guests and
The re-usable wristbands allow guests to immerse themselves in the facilities without the need for phones. Ricky Daniels, Trybe co-founder,
■ Ricky Daniels,
said: “The launch of Trybe’s
Synthesis Organics debuts magnesium spray Spray, a natural mist designed to support the body’s innate rhythms
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of rest, repair and nervous system balance, is the latest innovation from Synthesis Organics.
SYNTHESIS ORGANICS
R
est and Restore Liposomal Magnesium
more sustainable experience.”
SYNTHESIS ORGANICS
co-founder, Trybe
operators, creating a smarter and
■ Theme Rains
The Australian company specialises in regenerative and bioenergetic skincare and grows ingredients at its ‘factory in the forest’ in the Byron Bay hinterland.
■ The spray is suitable for children and adults
Its new spray is suitable for children and adults and based on magnesium – a mineral
recalibrates, our cells repair and our spirit realigns.
that aids muscle recovery, sleep regeneration,
This spray is a gentle ally for that process.”
stress resilience and cognitive health. “In today’s world, rest has become a radical act,” says founder Theme Rains. “Yet it’s in those quiet moments of restoration that our nervous system
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SUPPLIER NEWS Mood Board Engineering introduces 5d immersive experience
B
udapest-based company Mood Board Engineering has unveiled its 5d immersive wellness experience for saunas and other spa
areas at the recent Aquanale and Piscina trade fairs. “Most spas look and feel the same, but guests want something new, immersive and innovative,” declares Andrii Dmytriiev, MOOD BOARD ENGINEERING
co-founder of Mood Board Engineering. Mood Board has been designed to synchronise light, sound and aroma effects with climate modules such as misting, fog, rain, steam and air fall to turn a spa visit into a theatrical wellness show. “Spas already give relaxation, but what we offer is emotional engagement
■ Mood Board can provide theatrical sauna experiences
and memorable moments,” says Dmytriiev. Backed by a team of engineers, IT specialists,
Operators or guests can control the different
designers and sound producers, Mood Board has
scenarios via voice command, touch screen or remote
been created to offer easy-to-install, plug-and-play
controls inside or outside the room. The company
modules for existing facilities. Spa hows can be
wants to revolutionise the industry with "smart spas."
tailor-made or pre-programmed – from recreating an atmospheric thunderstorm to a calm Hawaiian beach.
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G.M. Collin releases leave-on liquid Peel Toner Exfoliant
G
.M. Collin has launched
Instead, it uses a trio of exfoliants:
a new leave-on liquid
AHA (lactic and glycolic acids), to
exfoliant called Peel
resurface dull skin; BHA (salicylic
Toner Exfoliant, designed to deliver
acid) to penetrate pores and
radiance, smoothness and hydration.
dissolve sebum and impurities; and
In an attempt to avoid irritation, this toner does not contain a course scrub or a grainy texture.
PHA (gluconolactone) to gently refine while drawing in moisture. The formula also contains aloe vera, allantoin and hyaluronic acid. “We wanted to create a gentle yet effective exfoliant
G.M. COLLIN
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