2nd Feb 2023
CACI International responds to customer demand for a hands-only facial treatment.
CACI International, the company behind CACI’s non-surgical face lift system has responded to customer demand for a hands-only facial treatment that encompasses the muscle toning and lifting benefits of CACI’s iconic microcurrent technology to get your face fighting fit.
1st Feb 2023
Rudding Park Hotel welcomes the return of the 10K Rudding ParkRace
Following the success of last year’s inaugural event, Rudding Park has announced the Rudding ParkRace – a 10K multi-terrain trail race – will return on Tuesday 9 May 2023. Once again, participants will get the chance to run a route created specifically for the event, amongst the 18th Century parkland of the privately-owned luxury resort.
1st Feb 2023
hungarymud presents a sustainable product with multiple treatment options
Not many muds can claim a 120-year healing history with medical professionals and fit the operational demands of a spa environment, with multiple treatment options.
26th Jan 2023
VOYA ORGANIC BEAUTY PARTNERS WITH RAMSIDE HALL HOTEL
VOYA Organic Beauty, leading global luxury and sustainable lifestyle brand is delighted to announce the new partnership with Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa.
26th Jan 2023
ELEMIS is proud to be a Certified B Corp
Premium British skincare brand, ELEMIS, is proud to announce its new status as a Certified B Corp after almost two years of implementing changes to processes, practices and launching new initiatives across the business.
20th Jan 2023
Salon Life Convention relaunches in 2023 to support senior beauty and aesthetics professionals
Described as a breakthrough event for senior professionals in the beauty and aesthetics industry, Salon Life is a multi-faceted event which will bring together salon professionals from all sectors of the industry - operators, suppliers, consultants, educators, and media - for a diverse schedule of activities designed to educate and inspire.
20th Jan 2023
VOYA Organic Beauty announces new partnership with Plastic Bank.
Over the next two years, VOYA pledges to stop the equivalent of over 2 million single-use plastic bottles from entering the ocean in collaboration with Plastic Bank. This is equivalent to over 45,000 kg of plastic and means for every VOYA product sold, VOYA will help to prevent 3 plastic bottles from entering the ocean.
19th Jan 2023
It’s an incredibly exciting time in the world of spa design. Hoteliers, developers, and the general public are much more spa savvy and want to enjoy the benefits that spa can bring, with a great focus on improving physical and mental health and wellbeing. For operators and owners, this not only raises the profile of the business and places it the forefront of innovation, enhancing facilities with considered, sustainable design is good business sense and correctly done can significantly improve revenue and return on investment.
12th Jan 2023
SpaSeekers reveals spa gift voucher insights for 2023 success
2022 was a bumper year for spa voucher sale reveals new data from SpaSeekers, the UK’s longest-standing spa booking agency. The research showed a 10.25% uplift in voucher sales compared to 2021 across SpaSeekers 400 UK spas.
12th Jan 2023
Warwickshire’s 5-Bubble rated spa, The Spa at Ardencote, in Claverdon, is proud to support the Great British Ice Swimming Team by providing them with use of its outdoor pool as they train for the Ice Swimming World Championships taking place later this month.
5th Jan 2023
Moddershall Oaks Reveals New Private Vitality Pool for Overnight Guests
Starting the new year with a brand new opening, Staffordshire’s luxury country spa retreat, Moddershall Oaks is delighted to unveil its brand new sunken vitality pool, available to guests staying overnight at the award winning spa.
23rd Dec 2022
Bristol’s Aztec Hotel Appoints New Spa Manager
The Aztec Hotel and Spa in Bristol is delighted to announce the appointment of Hannah Rawlings as its new Spa Manager. With previous roles at other leading spa destinations, including The Bath Priory, The Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa, Celtic Manor, and Barnsley House (part of the Calcot collection), Hannah has joined the Aztec Hotel and Spa team managing the everyday running of the spa and fourteen members of staff.
21st Dec 2022
Sauna-Aid Brings Message of Hope, Peace and Shared Sense of Humanity to War-torn Ukraine
Global charity raises €20K in first year; Appeals to sauna lovers worldwide to help reach fundraising goal of €100K in 2023.
15th Dec 2022
Dormy House creates dedicated spa package around new WellSystem from JK Group.
The House Spa at Dormy House, the luxurious rural boutique hotel and spa in the Cotswolds, has created a specific spa day package based around Wellsystem, the original Hydro-Therapy massage treatment system from the JK Group.
13th Dec 2022
Titanic Spa collaborates with Yorkshire Dales Millennium Trust to support ‘Green Futures’
Inspiring, supporting and empowering young people to create positive environmental change, Titanic Spa, the UK’s first eco-spa located in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, has announced that it will be collaborating with Yorkshire Dales Millennium Trust (YDMT) and their ‘Green Futures’ Project on a year-long campaign that aims to help young people from all kinds of backgrounds to make a positive impact on the environment and their own lives.
2nd Dec 2022
Premium Spa brand, Germaine de Capuccini announces new appointment.
Established, premium Spanish spa skincare, Germaine de Capuccini, responsible for some of the most important breakthroughs in skincare technology, continues to grow its UK team, having recently welcomed Louise Godsil as Business Development Manager for Central England.
2nd Dec 2022
Spa Vision wins Spa & Wellness Award
The Inaugural Spa & Wellness Awards, organised by Kris Abbeytook, were recently hosted in Brisbane, Australia. The awards recognise & celebrate committed providers in the Spa, Wellness & Travel industries. Spa Vision were thrilled to not only be nominated, but to win the award for 'Best Spa Supplier'.
30th Nov 2022
VOYA promotes sustainable festive collection
Irish beauty brand, VOYA is proudly promoting its environmentally conscious approach through its Show Stoppers Festive Collection of gifts from the sea.
28th Nov 2022
Clare Anderson, Founder of Shared Beauty Secrets, Wins Great British Entrepreneur of the Year
From launching Lava Shells and massaging Little Mix to supercharging Richard Branson's spa, Clare Anderson has seemingly done it all.
28th Nov 2022
TEMPLESPA launces the 2022 Ultimate Seasonal Gift edit.
TEMPLESPA, voted Best British Brand at the CEW Consumer Choice Awards 2022, are spreading joy this festive season, with a gift for everyone with the fabulously festive Spread Your Wings And Fly collection - inspired by the beautiful structure, texture and colour of feathers, symbols of hope, strength and freedom.
28th Nov 2022
Spas lose essential revenue due to cancelled appointments
Having a waitlist feature can save operators thousands of pounds
28th Nov 2022
Germaine de Capuccuni launches revolutionary professional treatment and product range.
Known for innovative skincare technology, Germaine de Capuccini has launched a new treatment which weaves a multitude of holistic and scientific elements into one unique offering.
21st Nov 2022
Moddershall Oaks Appoints Luxury Spa Personal Shopper for Festive Period
With 66% of people admitting that they struggle to choose the perfect Christmas gift*, Staffordshire’s luxury country spa retreat, Moddershall Oaks aims to take the stress out of Christmas shopping by appointing its own dedicated ‘Luxury Spa Personal Shopper’.
21st Nov 2022
The Spa at Breedon Priory Celebrates it First Birthday with a Luxurious New Package
Derbyshire’s contemporary new Spa at Breedon Priory is celebrating its first year since opening by launching a luxurious new spa package with some special guest treats.
21st Nov 2022
The Spa at Ardencote promotes hyperthermic conditioning
The Spa at Ardencote, Warwickshire’s 5-Bubble Spa, will be encouraging its guests to embrace the cold this inter as, for the first time, its outdoor pool remains open, operating as a plunge pool. Staying open to meet demand, the plunge pool will allow guests to adopt the Nordic style of hot and cold therapy to boost relaxation.
10th Nov 2022
i-sopod Doubles Production to Meet Industry Global Demand for Non-Touch Therapies
With spa and wellness operators experiencing a worldwide shortage of staff, demand for ‘Non-Touch’ therapies has reached an all-time high. Google trends further reveal that in 2022, searches for non-touch therapies such as floatation are at breakout levels.
10th Nov 2022
XWELL Inc to launch AI-powered robotic manicures in 2023.
XWELL, Inc. an authority in health and wellness solutions for people on the go, in partnership with Clockwork, the world’s first and only robot manicure, will introduce fully autonomous, express manicures in select XpresSpa locations in the United States.
9th Nov 2022
VOYA releases its Show Stoppers Festive Collection
VOYA’s Show Stoppers Festive Collection brings festive joy through environmentally conscious gifts from the sea. The selection of certified-organic, luxurious body-care products are encased in elegant dark green art deco inspired, sustainably forested board boxes.
9th Nov 2022
Manor House Alsager Announces Opening of UK’s first Swim-up Spa Bar
Following a 12-month redevelopment, the Manor House, an independent family-owned hotel in Alsager, East Cheshire, announces the completion of its new luxury indoor spa and outdoor spa garden which boasts an array of unique experiences, with an English country garden theme.
9th Nov 2022
Trelonk Wellbeing develops Pregnancy Range.
Trelonk Wellbeing, a leading supplier of high-impact essential oil products combining whole plant therapy that offer therapeutic benefits for the mind, body and spirit has introduced its new Pregnancy Range.
28th Oct 2022
Tribe517 reveals the Sweet Spot when it comes to treatment menu choices
When creating a spa or salon treatment menu, how many choices should there be? Research carried out by Tribe517 and supported by a study in the journal, Natural Human Behaviour, reveals that the optimal number of alternatives for effective decision making is somewhere between 8 and 15.
28th Oct 2022
TEMPLESPA partners with Gleddoch Golf and Spa Resort
Luxury skincare brand TEMPLESPA is thrilled to announce their new partnership with Gleddoch Golf and Spa Resort that launched in September 2022.
27th Oct 2022
The Spa at Ardencote Announces NEW Product House Partnership with Tribe517
The Spa at Ardencote, Warwickshire’s newly renovated spa, has revealed its brand-new treatment menu and product partner which will launch in November 2022. The 5 Bubble Spa has partnered with bespoke UK product house, Tribe517, to provide guests with a truly relaxing and mindful spa experience.
27th Oct 2022
Global Success for Titanic Spa at the World Luxury Spa Awards 2022
Titanic Spa celebrates receiving its fourth global award in the 2022 World luxury Spa Awards as it is presented with the prestigious global ‘Luxury Eco Spa’ title. The West Yorkshire based spa has once again flown the flag for England and is the only UK property to win a global award.
26th Oct 2022
Center Parcs & Dormy House Choose Elf Eyes as festive retail partner
Leading UK operators, Center Parcs and Dormy House are fully embracing the magic of this year’s festive season by partnering with Sensory Retreats NEW Elfland UK wellbeing collection. Both operators have taken on the Elf Eyes self-heating eye masks with Center Parcs also buying in the Sleepy Elf Relaxing Pillow Spray, Pulse Point Oil and Elf outfits for their annual Christmas shop.
26th Oct 2022
Aromatherapy Associates announced as brand partner for Explora Journeys
Explora Journeys, the privately-owned luxury lifestyle brand of the MSC Group, has announced a selection of partner brands for their Ocean Wellness Spa on board EXPLORA I.
21st Oct 2022
The Spa at Carden launches new private spa package
Cheshire’s Carden Park Hotel is inviting its guests to experience the award-winning Spa at Carden in a truly unique and unforgettable way with the launch of its NEW ‘Private Spa Package’. This brand-new package will allow all guests to feel like the ultimate VIP with complete private use of the 4500sqm spa and world class facilities.
21st Oct 2022
Bristol hotel launches Cancer Treatment Partnership with Amethyst Trust
Aztec Hotel and Spa in Bristol, part of the Daniel Thwaites Spa Group, is proud to announce it will be working alongside Amethyst Trust to create inclusive treatments for those touched by cancer.
21st Oct 2022
VOYA WINS AWARD FOR EXCELLENT SERVICE AT CENTER PARCS SUPPLIER AWARDS
VOYA Organic Beauty, luxury sustainable lifestyle brand is delighted to announce it has been recognised for exceptional service provided to Center Parcs. VOYA’s commitment to their partnership with Center Parcs saw them win the award for ‘Delivering Excellent Service’ to Aqua Sana, the award-winning spa escape at the Center Parcs group.
4th Aug 2022
Spa Life teams up with tourism agency to boost international visitors
Tourism Northern Ireland supports the Spa Life Ireland Convention 2022 to encourage bleisure travel.
5th Jul 2022
Nimue launches new microbiome skincare range
Nimue, the specialist in smart skincare technology, has launched a new Purifying Range to help clients with problematic skin conditions.
4th Jul 2022
VOYA Organic Beauty partners with the Headland Hotel, Cornwall
VOYA Organic Beauty, a leading global luxury and sustainable lifestyle brand is extending its portfolio with the recent partnership at the multi-award-winning Spa at The Headland Hotel, Cornwall Newquay, UK.
30th Jun 2022
NEW: ishga Nut-free professional products
Responding to customer demand from its spa partners, ishga has introduced a capsule collection of nut-free professional products for use in spas. The two best-selling products in the ishga professional range have been formulated without almond or macadamia nut oils and provide a perfect option for clients in the spa treatment room, while maintaining the same professional results expected in any ishga treatment.
30th Jun 2022
Trelonk Wellbeing develops professional and retail strategy
Trelonk Wellbeing is a leading supplier of high-impact essential oil products combining whole plant therapy that offer therapeutic benefits for the mind, body and spirit.
22nd Apr 2022
SOTHYS Group welcomes Victoria Dello Ioio as U.K. Sales Director.
With a wealth of industry experience spanning 25 years and working for leading brands such as Shiseido and Natura Bissé across EMEA the UK and Ireland markets, Victoria Dello Ioio will hit the ground running in her new role as UK Sales Director at Sothys.
14th Apr 2022
Lash industry expert recruited to grow Lashus brand
Sweet Squared on behalf of LASHUS, is celebrating the appointment of lash and brow industry expert, Jenny Hodgson as General Manager.
14th Apr 2022
House of Kalmar retreat launches in Belgravia
Nestled in a private residential cobbled mews in the heart of Belgravia in our Kalmar townhouse just off Eaton Square, the House of Kalmar is your exclusive space to retreat from 21st century living to rebalance and reconnect to your sacred energy.
14th Apr 2022
New exclusive Germaine de Capuccini treatments at the Spa at Carden Park
Situated in the picturesque Cheshire countryside within 1,000 acres of privately owned grounds of the Carden Park Estate, The Spa at Carden welcomes an exclusive range of bespoke treatments by prestigious Spanish spa brand, Germaine de Capuccini.
12th Apr 2022
CACI International supports Royal Marsden Cancer Charity
CACI was on hand to support The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity at a recent VIP event to raise funds in aid of the Oak Cancer Centre Appeal.
12th Apr 2022
NEW Corporate Spa Massage Category launches at The NMC 2022
The National Massage Championship will be hosted for the fourth year at Olympia Beauty, autumn’s biggest beauty event, taking place on Sunday 2 and Monday 3 October 2022 at Olympia London.
12th Apr 2022
Spa Vision Celebrates the Opening of ÅŒpuke
ÅŒpuke Thermal Pools and Spa is located in Methven, Canterbury, an hour outside of Christchurch City in New Zealand. The extensive NZ$17m development features several thermal pools fed by melting glacial waters ...
12th Apr 2022
Revealed: average time spent on mundane task by British population.
Mundane tasks are part of our daily life, from washing dishes, commuting, cooking, but do we ever stop to think how many minutes per week we spend on these and how this time could be better spent?
12th Apr 2022
Manor House Hotel in Alsager, announces luxury ‘English Country Garden’ spa plans
Independent family owned Manor House Hotel in Alsager, Cheshire, which started life as a 17th century farmhouse, announces plans for a new luxury destination spa with the first phase opening on 14th April 2022.
5th Apr 2022
The Glass House Retreat announces partnership with Germaine de Capuccini
Award winning, The Glass House Detox & Wellness Retreat in Essex UK, has announced an exciting new partnership with prestigious Spanish spa brand, Germaine de Capuccini.
5th Apr 2022
Gharieni Convenes Scientific Advisory Board
In a move that takes its Verified Wellness to the next level, Gharieni Group is convening a Scientific Advisory Board to provide an objective, external perspective on the studies the company carries out on its wellness technologies.
2nd Apr 2022
Spa Life 2022 aims to become UK’s first carbon neutral spa event
Spa Life International, Europe's largest spa-dedicated event for senior wellness professionals, has committed to reducing its impact on the environment by reducing the carbon footprint generated via its live events in the UK and Ireland.
1st Apr 2022
The Spa at The Kingsley first in Ireland to offer CBD Treatments
The Kingsley is a luxury spa hotel in the heart of Cork City and is proud to announce that it is to be Ireland’s first spa venue to offer CBD treatments.
1st Apr 2022
Hayfield Manor launches exclusive range of GROUND holistic rituals
Hayfield Manor will be the first in Ireland to offer ‘The Balancing Ritual’ especially created to empower & support women through change, offering relief of Perimenopause & Menopause symptoms.
1st Apr 2022
VOYA and Armathwaite Hall announce partnership
Family-owned and operated businesses align with shared sustainable values
31st Mar 2022
Galgorm’s Tara Moore becomes WWW Ambassador for Ireland.
The 6th edition of WWW will start on Friday 16 Sept 2022 at sunrise in Fiji and continue until sunset on Sunday 18 in Hawaii with more than 4,000 participating venues ...
31st Mar 2022
The Coniston Hotel Wins Best Leisure Marketing Award
The Coniston Hotel Country Estate & Spa achieves success in the Leisure Marketing Category at the HMA Awards 2022
31st Mar 2022
Wellness in the Wild at Armathwaite Hall
Armathwaite Hall Hotel & Spa draws inspiration from Dr Dolittle by encouraging guests to connect with animals for better wellbeing
22nd Mar 2022
The Spa at Coworth Park welcomes heritage spa brand, Germaine de Capuccini
Dorchester Collection’s luxury country house hotel and spa, Coworth Park welcomes a range of treatments by prestigious Spanish brand, Germaine de Capuccini.
22nd Mar 2022
CACI International Introduces CACI Synergy+
To mark 30 Years of excellence and innovation, CACI International - leaders in non-surgical aesthetics systems - is launching, this March, an enhanced version of their most successful system to date, CACI Synergy+.
22nd Mar 2022
Armathwaite Hall supports conservation in the wild with £4k donation to Red Panda Network
Armathwaite Hall Hotel & Spa has donated £4,000 to the Red Panda Network as part of its campaign to support conservation of endangered animals worldwide.
14th Mar 2022
Luna Eye Masks sales hit record high following appearance on ITV This Morning
After just one minute of prime-time morning TV, Sensory Retreats sold 2 months' worth of award-winning Luna Eyes Mask stock in just 2 days!
14th Mar 2022
KLAFS acknowledged as one of the brands of the century
KLAFS, the world leader in the sauna market, has once again been recognised as a “Brand of the Century†in the renowned illustrated book of the ZEIT publishing group “German Standards – Brands of the Century 2022â€.
14th Mar 2022
Raison d’Etre’s global Spa Business Education course launches
Global online spa management course, Spa Business Education, has announced the launch of its online program scholarship which aims to benefit individuals working in the spa and wellness industry.
14th Mar 2022
New Salon System GELLUX Free Spirit Collaboration with Julie-Anne Lariviere
Brand leaders in professional beauty, Salon System, have announced the launch of its new summer collection, Free Spirit with eight new shades ...
11th Mar 2022
CACI announces Pre-BAFTA pop-up at Corinthia London
CACI is delighted to announce in its special Anniversary year, an exclusive pop-up with Los Angeles’ day spa, Carasoin of Beverly Hills from 7-13 March ahead of the BAFTA awards (on 13th March) at London’s Corinthia Hotel. Appointments will be with Carasoin founder and master aesthetician Lena Bratschi.
7th Mar 2022
S2 launch International Women's Day campaign
There are approximately 280,000 people currently working in the hair and beauty industry in the UK and 88% of these individuals are women. That’s nearly twice as many women on average than any other sector and the team at S2, think that needs to be celebrated!
4th Mar 2022
Premier Software partners with Wowcher and LivingSocial.
Premier Software, the creator of flagship business management solution, Core by Premier Software®, has partnered with e-commerce platforms, Wowcher and LivingSocial, to provide access to a huge audience of avid spa enthusiasts.
4th Mar 2022
CACI International launches 30th anniversary celebrations with new 'Try before you buy' offer
CACI International is celebrating its 30th anniversary and as part of the celebrations the company has launched an exclusive try before you buy offer this month that will attract professional beauty salons and spas to expand their treatment menu and grow their business.
1st Mar 2022
Natural Spa Factory proudly leads the way in sustainable practices.
Sustainability is no longer just about 'doing less harm', it’s about 'doing more good' and the Natural Spa Factory is leading the way in the spa industry with its sustainable packaging and componentry to support customers to make better choices.
28th Feb 2022
Premium spa brand, Germaine de Capuccini announces trio of senior appointments
Established, premium Spanish spa skincare, Germaine de Capuccini, responsible for some of the most important breakthroughs in skincare technology, grows its UK team with three key appointments
28th Feb 2022
Farmers Market: The new Spring 2022 Buttercream Collection from Light Elegance
'Farmers Market' Collection is inspired by a plethora of colours, intoxicating smells, tastes and fresh offerings that local markets provide.
23rd Feb 2022
O2 Priority customers select Top 10 UK Spas
Latest research carried out by SpaSeekers.com, the UK’s leading spa booking specialist, reveals the ten most popular UK spas booked by O2 Priority customers, providing insights into the healthy return of spa bookings and the unprecedented levels of demand for Health & Wellness experiences in the UK.
23rd Feb 2022
The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel London at Ten Trinity Square is one of London’s most lavish wellness retreats, located in a Grade II listed building and boasts eight treatment rooms, a couple’s suite and hammam.
18th Feb 2022
Tribe517 launches new gender-neutral product line
Tribe517, the UK’s natural and sustainable artisan spa brand founded by experienced holistic spa therapist, Claire Caddick, has launched The ONE Collection, a new range of products which are gender neutral, sustainable, contain no nut oil derivatives, and are multi-tasking.
18th Feb 2022
ishga debuts at Harrods' stand alone beauty concept
ishga has expanded its growing presence by launching in H beauty at St James Quarter, Edinburgh. This new partnership marks the first premium retail store opening for ishga in the UK and it represents a milestone for the Hebridean seaweed skincare collection.
17th Feb 2022
Titanic Spa announces ‘Spa for Our Planet’ Campaign with Born Free
‘Spa for Our Planet’ is a year-long campaign that is dedicated to supporting the conservation of wildlife and building a better future for our planet, in collaboration with the Born Free Foundation.
17th Feb 2022
SpaFest returns to Cornwall in September 2022
SpaFest, the experiential event for spa and wellness professionals, heads to the Gwel an Mor eco-resort in Cornwall from September 26-28 2022.
17th Feb 2022
New research reveals 27% of spa cancellations happen on the day of appointment
Trybe introduces new part-payment feature to safeguard Spas’ deposits against ‘No Shows’
16th Feb 2022
Four Season Park Lane partners with Duck & Dry for exclusive Mayfair Beauty Pop-Up
In a first of its kind arrangement for the iconic luxury Hotel, the partnership will offer a hair service at its award-winning rooftop Spa available for resident guests and locals alike.
16th Feb 2022
Dormy House Spa launches exclusive menopause retreat
The team at Dormy House Spa in the Cotswolds has curated a range of experts and specialist services to deliver a unique retreat for women.
16th Feb 2022
Raison d’Etre integrates Sustainability modules into its 2022 Spa Business Education Training
In recognition of the importance of sustainability, both from a spa and education perspective, Raison d’Etre’s global online spa management course has enhanced its sustainability module.
7th Feb 2022
Premier Software partner with Made for Life for Cancer Touch Therapyâ„¢ training campaign
Premier Software, the creator of business management solution Core by Premier Software®, has partnered with skincare brand Made for Life Organics, to help make spas more inclusive by training staff in Cancer Touch Therapy™.
7th Feb 2022
Mavala launches duo toned spring collection inspired by 2000s trends: Prismatic Collection
Multi-award winning Swiss nailcare brand Mavala is taking inspiration from nature’s most colourful spectacles for its spring 2022 collection.
3rd Feb 2022
VOYA partners with Mondrian Shoredith
Multi-award-winning luxury and organic seaweed lifestyle brand VOYA is expanding its global portfolio as it launches at Mondrian Shoreditch, London’s newly opened luxury hub.
3rd Feb 2022
Fairmont Windsor Park selects Raised Spirit CBD brand
Raised Spirit, the UK's first certified Organic CBD company, has just announced partnership with the 2,500m2 Wellness Suite at recently opened Fairmont Windsor Park Hotel. The 200-room countryside retreat located near the historic Windsor Castle is set on 40-acres and offers 18 treatment rooms.
3rd Feb 2022
Gharieni appoints new head of strategic development
Gharieni, a Spa and Wellness equipment and Wellness Technology company, is pleased to announce its appointment of Florentina Matei as Strategic Business Development Manager, effective 1 January 2022.
3rd Feb 2022
Sparcstudio, an independent, creative design studio with an established reputation for excellence in the spa, wellness and resort sectors has announced its key trends in spa design for 2022.
3rd Feb 2022
Exclusive Collection strengthens spa team with two senior appointments
Exclusive Collection has announced two new appointments to strengthen their senior spa team. Charlene Phipp has been confirmed as spa manager at Pennyhill Park and Ian Mackie is the new Spa Operations Manager at South Lodge.
31st Jan 2022
XPERT PROFESSIONAL appoints Head of Education at ACCADEMIA
Xpert Professional has announced the appointment of Aisling Holly as Head of Education at ACCADEMIA, the company’s state-of-the-art Centre of Excellence for hair and beauty education and management based in Kilmainham, Dublin.
31st Jan 2022
Galgorm Collection goes for gold in new strategic partnership with NOW Group
Galgorm set to become first hospitality group in island of Ireland to attain Gold JAM Card membership and create new employment opportunities for NOW Group participants
31st Jan 2022
COVID-19: Republic of Ireland ends coronavirus restrictions
The Irish government recently agreed to end almost all coronavirus restrictions from Saturday 22nd January - in a move attributed to the passing of the peak of the Omicron wave, and the country's high vaccine uptake.
31st Jan 2022
HABIC supports survey on Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
The Hair and Beauty Industry Confederation Ireland is working with Image Skillnet and the Irish Centre for Diversity to conduct a survey on Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in the sector.
18th Jan 2022
Made for Life Organics trainers Emma Williams and Nicci Anstey will be working alongside the team to introduce Cancer Touch Therapy courses in February at The Academy of Clinical Training, Glasgow.
18th Jan 2022
ishga, organic seaweed skincare appoints distributor for Japan
ishga, organic luxury seaweed skincare based in the Hebrides, Scotland has appointed a distributor for Japan. Beyond All Co Ltd first introduced ishga to the professional spa and salon market at Beauty World Japan West and received very positive feedback to the brand concept and product line.
15th Jan 2022
Spa Life Ireland heads to Galgorm Resort
The organisers of Spa Life Ireland have confirmed that this prestigious Convention will return as a live event in 2022 and will be hosted at the world-renowned Galgorm Spa & Golf Resort in Ballymena, Northern Ireland.
13th Jan 2022
THALGO creates first harmonising ritual inspired by Ayurveda derived from Marmatherapy.
Thalgo in conjunction with Nordine Meguelatti, an expert in Ayurveda and the science of Marmas have created MER DES INDES, the first harmonising ritual inspired by Ayurveda derived from Marmatherapy.
13th Jan 2022
SpaSeekers, the UK’s longest-standing spa booking agency, has signed an exclusive deal with telecommunications service provider, O2.
6th Jan 2022
Pan Pacific London partnered with Spa Vision
Spa Vision worked closely with team at the Pan Pacific Hotel, London ahead of their recent launch.
6th Jan 2022
HOME GROWN SPA CHAMPION TO RECEIVE RECOGNITION WITHIN THE QUEEN’S HONOURS LIST
Helena Grzesk, former GM at UKSA, awarded MBE for services to beauty industry.
5th Jan 2022
VOYA ORGANIC BEAUTY PARTNERS WITH ANANTARA MAIA, SEYCHELLES VILLAS
VOYA continues its success as a global leader in the organic movement for the luxury spa and hotel space.
3rd Jan 2022
CND™ PROMISE LENGTH AND STRENGTH FOR CUSTOMERS’ NAILS IN SINGLE TREATMENT
Sweet Squared (S2), the award-winning distributor partner for CNDâ„¢ in the UK and Republic of Ireland, is pleased to announce the release of five new buildable shades to create a natural looking nail tone, giving the freedom to build flawless colour enhancements without compromising on safety.
20th Dec 2021
Spa Life announces Platinum Sponsor as brands commit loyalty to UK Wellness Convention
Mii Cosmetics, part of the Gerrard International stable of products, has secured a coveted Platinum Sponsor status for Spa Life UK Convention 2022.
20th Dec 2021
The GWS Creates Scholarship to Promote Equity and Inclusion in the Wellness Industry
The “Susie Ellis Scholarship for Equity in Wellness†was announced at this year’s Global Wellness Summit
17th Dec 2021
Black Friday Spa Sales Reach Record High at SpaSeekers
SpaSeekers, the UK’s longest-standing spa booking agency, has reported an increase in spa sales revenue of an impressive 93% this year
17th Dec 2021
AMAN SPA AT THE CONNAUGHT INTRODUCES NEW CBD TREATMENT BY LA RUE VERTE
Aman Spa at The Connaught Hotel, London is pleased to announce a new CBD Massage by experts in luxury CBD skincare, La Rue Verte, useing a pioneering CBD massage oil blend, developed exclusively for Aman.
14th Dec 2021
The Spa at Castleknock Hotel launches exclusive natural product range and spa treatments.
The Spa at Castleknock Hotel has introduced a new treatment and product range from Made for Life Organics, as part of its menu of spa therapies.
14th Dec 2021
INTERNATIONAL MASSAGE EXPERT LAUNCHES DEBUT BRAND
Beata Aleksandrowicz, international expert on massage, healing and wellbeing has launched her debut brand, Beata: Love Life Beauty with Beata Home Coming Facial Oil, a lifting and restoring rose face oil and Beata’s Face Massage Cards.
14th Dec 2021
Sammy Gharieni to receive the “A Life of Beauty†Award
Sammy Gharieni, CEO and founder of the Gharieni Group, is to receive the “A Life of Beauty†Award in 2022, the year that the company celebrates its 30th anniversary.
14th Dec 2021
Manor House Alsager prioritises Therapist Wellbeing in 2022
2022 will be the year to prioritise therapists' wellbeing at Manor House Alsager.
6th Dec 2021
Innovative rewards created to commemorate Spa Resort’s birthday
To commemorate it's 21st birthday, Moddershall Oaks has pledged to carry out 21 Random Acts of Kindness throughout the month to reward and delight customers and staff.
3rd Dec 2021
Gainsborough Health Club and Spa completes refurbishment project
The owners of the Gainsborough Health Club and Spa in Suffolk has completed a three-month project which saw a refurbishment and upgrade to its popular poolside facilities within their Grade II listed pool barn.
2nd Dec 2021
BBC to produce a first-of-its-kind film series about the world of wellness.
BBC StoryWorks, the commercial creative arm of BBC Global News, in collaboration with Global Wellness Institute (GWI), is to produce a first-of-its-kind film series about the world of wellness.
2nd Dec 2021
Mii Cosmetics launches brand new complete nail colour and care line
Salon and Spa industry mogul and the UK’s leading authority on natural nail care, Susan Gerrard is the mastermind behind the new Mii Manicure + Pedicure range from Mii Cosmetics.
2nd Dec 2021
CACI International offers solution to new Government regulations
CACI Electro Mask is a protective solution for clients concerned about having facial treatments without a face covering.
30th Nov 2021
Shared Beauty Secrets Signs Global Agreement with Soho House
Shared Beauty Secrets, the provider of world-class spa treatments, announces a new partnership with Soho House, the group of private members’ clubs.
30th Nov 2021
New book offers wakeup call to power of Ayurveda
As a journalist and broadcaster, Sunita Passi understands how to keep her readers engaged. With her passion for her subject shining through as much as the wisdom she is imparting, 'The Doctor Won’t See You Now', is destined to become a cherished ‘friend’ that is sought out time and time again.
29th Nov 2021
SpaSeekers wins Tesco Clubcard Contract to boost UK spa bookings
SpaSeekers, the UK’s longest-standing spa booking agency, has signed a deal with supermarket giant, Tesco who have 19 million active Clubcard customers.
29th Nov 2021
AMWC returns to Monaco for 20th edition
Held under the High Patronage of H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco, AMWC claims to be the world’s leading conference specializing in aesthetic and anti-aging medicine and will celebrate its 20th anniversary.
29th Nov 2021
CACI reports a great end to 2021
CACI International, the made-in-Britain non-surgical aesthetic systems brand reports that business is now booming after more than two years of no Trade Shows.
23rd Nov 2021
‘Luna Eyes’ from Sensory Retreats nominated for prestigious ASOS Beauty Awards
To celebrate being shortlisted for The ASOS Beauty Awards 2022 for their luxury eye masks, Sensory Retreats are sharing the gift of sleep with exclusive giveaways and promotions from November until February to all fans who support their entry.
23rd Nov 2021
Registration opens for new salon awards
The Salon Excellence Awards® are a new awards scheme which promises to be a celebration of excellence in management and support services in the UK salon industry.
23rd Nov 2021
VOYA Organic Beauty partners with Grand Hotel des Bains Kempinski Spa in St Moritz
VOYA, the multi-award-winning Irish lifestyle brand announces an exciting new partnership with The Alpine Spa, Grand Hotel des Bains Kempinski, a leading 5-star hotel in St Moritz, located in the beautiful Swiss Alps.
22nd Nov 2021
Natural Spa Factory reveals their sustainable Christmas gifting
Sustainability is no longer about doing less harm, it’s about doing more good and the Natural Spa Factory’s new Christmas Gifting range is leading the way in the spa industry with its sustainable packaging and componentry to support customers to make better choices.
22nd Nov 2021
Tribe517 launches signature treatments to prioritise therapist wellbeing.
Claire Caddick, has launched ‘Three Pillars of Wellness’ signature treatments which include protocols that prioritise the wellness of the therapist.
22nd Nov 2021
The new Winter 2021 Buttercream Collection from Light Elegance
Mixing fashion and fun has always been the goal at Light Elegance, and the all-new Winter Play ButterCream collection does exactly that.
18th Nov 2021
New venues confirmed for Spa Life events in 2022
The dates and venues for the Spa Life UK and Spa Life Ireland Conventions 2022 have been announced and the organisers are promising more practical, hands-on activities for all delegates to enhance the event experiences.
18th Nov 2021
The newest spa opening of 2021, Breedon Priory, based in Melbourne, Derbyshire has chosen to provide its guests with 24-hour spa reservations by joining Trybe, the next generation of spa and leisure software ..
18th Nov 2021
Spa voucher sales forecast to increase by 50% this Christmas
New data from SpaSeekers, the UK’s longest-standing spa booking agency, predicts that Christmas 2021 will be the year of the experience gift, as the business forecasts a 50% increase on spend for spa gift vouchers. The new data shows that spa gift voucher shopping started early this year at the start of September, as soon as schools went back, with ‘Spa Christmas voucher’ searches on Google trends increasing by 100% as early as 12th September.
14th Oct 2021
Spa Life announces three live events for 2022.
Following the successful re-launch of the Spa Life UK Convention in the Summer of 2021, Spa Life International has announced it is planning three live events for 2022.
1st Jun 2021
Spa Life UK attracts new brands via customer referrals
The event features a diverse EXPO Arena which has attracted a host of exhibitors who are attending for the first time.
1st Jun 2021
Gloucestershire hotel creates new spa jobs
An historic Gloucestershire hotel has unveiled its new £1 million luxury spa.
1st Jun 2021
Leadership evolution at Comfort Zone Group
May 2021 marked the start of the next chapter at Davines Group, welcoming Anthony Molet as its new global CEO, succeeding Paolo Braguzzi.
1st Jun 2021
VOYA Partner Eden Hall and Hoar Cross Hall in the UK
Barons Eden, the luxury hotel and spa group, has partnered with sustainable and organic skincare brand, VOYA.
1st Jun 2021
La Rue Verte releases ethical and sustainable hemp items for spa industry.
To complement existing items such as quality robes and facial cloths, now thoughtfully created yoga mats, eye masks and tote bags are also offered.
27th May 2021
Gift Certificates make Convention accessible to all budgets.
Spa Life is one of the most recognised, trusted, and respected brands in the international spa community and continues to make a positive difference to the development of the industry.
26th May 2021
Spa Life issues COVID Safety Statement
We are confident that the Spa Life UK Convention will be as safe as it can possibly be, in terms of protection against COVID-19, and we hope that, once you read the following information, you will share this confidence and feel safe and secure in your attendance.
10th May 2021
Travelzoo to share market intelligence on changing consumer behaviours in spa & wellness
Consumer attitudes and behaviours have been changing rapidly over the last 12 months. The consumer you successfully targeted a year ago may not be the same consumer you are appealing to today.
30th Apr 2021
The Spa Life UK Convention that has traditionally been hosted in November for the last twelve years has been brought forward to July and will be hosted at the Wyboston Lakes Resort in Bedfordshire on Mon 12th & Tues 13th July.
6th Jan 2021
Spa Life International (UK) plans LIVE Event for July 2021
Spa Life UK sets date of 11-13 July for first live Convention of 2021
9th Dec 2020
Opening date announced for Snowdonia’s new luxury destination spa
North Wales is set to get a wellbeing boost next year with the arrival of a new £1.25m luxury destination spa
2nd Dec 2020
The Peninsula Spa partners with Voya for sustainable, ocean-inspired spa experiences
The VOYA treatment range at The Peninsula Spa encompasses a diverse collection of pampering experiences for all skin types and specific needs.
2nd Dec 2020
Spa Vision announces partnership with CryoAction
Collaboration expands global offering and expertise
3rd Nov 2020
Spa Life UK Virtual Convention attracts leading spa operators despite lockdown
he Spa Life UK Virtual Event has confirmed that the event will proceed as normal on 24th & 25th November, despite the latest lockdown and has secured the support of numerous leading spa operators are attending as Buyers who are looking to review the supply market.
27th Oct 2020
Keynotes announced for Spa Life UK 2020 Virtual Convention
Spa Life International has confirmed the full line-up of presenters for this year's Spa Life UK Conference including two fascinating keynote sessions.
27th Oct 2020
Dermalogica announces new appointments to bolster team in Ireland
Dermalogica announces two new senior appointments to bolster their team in Ireland.
27th Oct 2020
Hyatt Introduces Digital Platform, Hyatt Together, to Inspire Wellbeing at Home or While Traveling
Hyatt’s new custom streaming content provides guests, members and customers innovative experiences that address today’s wellbeing needs.
27th Oct 2020
ishga introduces new Marine Cleansing Balm
ishga has introduced its highly anticipated Marine Cleansing Balm. Formulated with an effective blend of cleansing, nourishing and hydrating oils plus ishga’s Hebridean seaweed extract the new balm removes make-up and impurities while nurturing and protecting the skin.
27th Oct 2020
Lisa Franklin launches new OXYjet Treatment at Clinic Privé in Knightsbridge
Award winning facialist Lisa Franklin has launched a new Oxyjet treatment at Clinic Privé in Knightsbridge. Known for offering outstanding, results-driven facials, Lisa Franklin’s treatments have been voted amongst the top in London.
27th Oct 2020
The Spa at Bedford Lodge’s unveils exclusive three-night Relaxation Staycation
With stress at an all-time high, wellness is proving a crucial aspect for breaks away with individuals seeking much-needed R&R after a challenging year so far. Recognizing guest’s need for a relaxing spa break away, The Spa at Bedford Lodge Hotel, situated in the picturesque town of Newmarket, has launched its first three-night spa escape in response to the current demand.
21st Oct 2020
With the world of spa back to work thanks in no small part to the incredible pressure that the UK Spa Association (UKSA) applied, along with other industry trade associations, through their seat on the government taskforce, the UKSA are delighted to present, a not-to-be-missed National Spa Week 2020.
21st Oct 2020
ELEMIS have announced three important executive updates to further strengthen ELEMIS’ growth and ambition as the number one British Premium Skincare brand.
21st Oct 2020
CND™’s Marian Newman creates show-stopping nails for Halpern’s SS21 Collection
CND™’s Lead Nail Technician Marian Newman recently worked with British designer Michael Halpern to design a series of creative nail looks to help celebrate the heroines of the frontline in his SS21 collection.
21st Oct 2020
Six Senses Yao Noi Awarded HICAP 2020 Sustainable Hotel Awards
Six Senses Yao Noi has been awarded the HICAP 2020 Sustainable Hotel Awards in the Positive Community Impact (Property) category for its Clean Water Project. Since its inception in 2014, the program has improved the lives of 102,976 community members through its activation in more than 32 locations to provide access to clean drinking water.
13th Oct 2020
The first ever Spa Life Virtual Event hailed as a success
This year's Spa Life International (Ireland) Convention was, for the first time ever, hosted as a Virtual Event on 29th September and was hailed a success by delegates and sponsors alike.
13th Oct 2020
VOYA unveils Natural Touch of Beauty Seasonal Collection
With many human connections and experiences lost during 2020, VOYA have sought ways to bring those vital connections back with a Seasonal Collection of gift sets using the powerful healing properties of seaweed and the power of touch.
13th Oct 2020
Moddershall Oaks launches its limited-edition Christmas package
Moddershall Oaks Country Spa Retreat is hoping to bring a touch of sparkle back into 2020 with the launch of its new Festive Feels Spa package.
13th Oct 2020
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has teamed up with the pioneering wellness community Serenbe to offer 2020 delegates the opportunity to fully immerse themselves in a unique wellness community experience.
13th Oct 2020
SPN Fitness + Wellness Brand set to open second studio despite challenging post COVID climate
The SPN Lifestyle brand is set to open a second studio in Kent this November despite a challenging post COVID climate. Focussing on their mission of bringing big city fitness and wellness to the suburbs, SPN has created its own unique 360-degree approach to lifestyle, wellness and fitness, inspired by the latest methods from LA, New York and London.
13th Oct 2020
New BBC and Wellcome Collection research demonstrates positive wellbeing attributes of touch
New research by BBC Radio 4 and the Wellcome collection has revealed positive attitudes towards touch are linked with greater wellbeing and lower levels of loneliness.
7th Oct 2020
As spas enjoy a staggered re-opening of facilities and individuals hit the tricky six-month mark of coping with the pandemic, now is the perfect time to focus on a little self-care
7th Oct 2020
Made for Life Cancer Touch Therapy training launches at White Rose Beauty Colleges
In a first for student training in the UK, Made for Life Organics and the Made for Life Foundation have partnered with White Rose Beauty Colleges to offer the industry leading Cancer Touch Therapyâ„¢ to Level 3 students or those studying Complementary Therapy.
7th Oct 2020
Celtic Elements and Action Wellbeing come together for World Mental Health Day on October 10th 2020
Action Wellbeing and Celtic Elements founded by wellbeing leaders Helena Field and Clare Pritchard have come together to raise awareness of World Mental Health Day on 10th October. They are offering 100 people the opportunity to win ‘The Gift of Wellness’.
7th Oct 2020
The luxurious five-bubble rated Spa at Bedford Lodge Hotel is celebrating a successful re-opening on 19th August with a new Recovery Ritual Package specially designed to help returning guests achieve ultimate peace and tranquillity.
7th Oct 2020
From now until 30 October 2020, CACI International is introducing a Bounce Back Offer to help spas and salons boost revenue and attract new clients post lockdown.
7th Oct 2020
Six Senses Bhutan scoops prestigious Tatler spa award
Luxury Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas has been awarded one of the world’s most prestigious spa accolades in The Tatler Spa Guide 2020. Widely recognised as the go-to reference for spa aficionados, Tatler named Six Senses Bhutan as the winner of this year’s ‘Fuel The Inner Flame’ category.
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7th Oct 2020
[ comfort zone ] launches new regenerative C02 negative skincare range Sacred Nature
Parma-based B-Corp company [ comfort zone ] has announced this week the launch of an innovative new CO2 negative face and body range, which has been designed to reduce and offset the impact of beauty product development on climate change.
30th Sep 2020
Bulgaria joins the CACI International community
Bulgaria has become the latest country to join the CACI International community. This month, newly appointed exclusive Bulgarian distributor Cellsoft BG introduced CACI Synergy to their professional beauty market at the Beauty Woman Master Class 2020, the first COVID-secure professional beauty event in Bulgaria since lockdown.
30th Sep 2020
CND works with designer Gareth Pugh to create iconic nail art for SS21 collection
CND has collaborated with British designer Gareth Pugh to create an iconic SS21 collection. Over the course of a two-day shoot, CND™ were on hand to help Gareth Pugh bring his SS21 collection, The Reconstruction to life. Featuring 13 iconic looks that were inspired by 13 iconic songs, the collection’s nail art was carefully curated by Lauren Michelle Pires using CND™.
30th Sep 2020
Titanic Spa Reports a Surge in Bookings for Yorkshire Staycations
After weeks of closure due to the Coronavirus pandemic, like many spa businesses Titanic Spa re-opened its doors to customers this summer on 1st August.
30th Sep 2020
Scrummi has become the first supplier of disposable salon and spa towels to achieve EN13432 composability certifications from TÃœV Austria. The certification, also widely known as Seedling, confirms that under optimal conditions, Scrummi Waffle products will biodegrade completely within 100 days.
30th Sep 2020
Hoar Cross Hall Spa first spa to introduce Sensory Retreats Divine Eyes Mask
Holistic wellbeing brand, Sensory Retreats has announced Hoar Cross Hall, Staffordshire, will be the first spa in the UK to incorporate the Divine Eyes self-heating mask experience within its treatment offering. Created by Clare Anderson, founder of the Lava Shell brand, this is the latest product to be unveiled by Sensory Retreats and officially launched this month.
30th Sep 2020
Made for Life Organics launches new series of at home wellbeing events
Made for Life Organics has developed a new series of at-home events designed to make authentic organic wellbeing accessible to all from the comfort of their own home. Guided by talented, qualified therapists, each Ambassador will recreate the Made for Life spa offering for the face, body and general wellbeing.
30th Sep 2020
ELEMIS unveils supersized limited edition PRO-COLLAGEN MARINE CREAM pack for Breast Cancer Now
ELEMIS has launched a supersized limited edition version of their best-selling PRO-COLLAGEN MARINE CREAM to raise much needed funds for Breast Cancer Now. The charity partnership now in it’s twentieth year will see £10 from the purchase price of the 100ml limited edition packs donated to the charity to support life saving Cancer research.
30th Sep 2020
Staffordshire’s five-star Country Spa Retreat, Moddershall Oaks, is celebrating the start of the autumn season with a warm and cosy getaway as part of their new Autumn Glow package.
30th Sep 2020
Global Wellness Summit launches new season of wellness podcasts
Following the success of their series of wellness podcasts during lockdown, the Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has launched a news series of wellness podcasts for autumn and winter.
1st Sep 2020
The Massage Company’s Pay it Forward campaign proves hit with NHS workers
A new campaign by Surrey based The Massage Company has proved to be a massive hit with NHS workers. In just three weeks, over 600 NHS and key workers across England have applied to receive a massage from a unique Pay it Forward scheme at each of The Massage Company’s four franchised centres in Camberley, Tunbridge Wells, High Wycombe and Sutton Coldfield.
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1st Sep 2020
[ comfort zone ] to host digital sustainability event
Leading sustainable spa brand [ comfort zone ] is hosting a digital sustainability event on Thursday 3rd of September to celebrate the launch of the new Sustainable Spa Association and their latest regenerative CO2 negative skin care range - Sacred Nature.
1st Sep 2020
Armathwaite Hall Hotel and Spa has launched a new guided two hour Forest Bathing Experience which invites participants to slow down and explore nature’s sensory and mindful elements. Set in the luxury hotel’s 400 acres of deer park and woodlands, the Experience was conceived in response to increasing demand from consumers for services that enable a deeper connection with nature.
1st Sep 2020
“Shark Tank of Wellness†Finalists Announced for 2020 Global Wellness Summit
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has announced the three finalists in its annual “Shark Tank of Wellness†competition. The three students were chosen from a global pool of 121 submissions, spanning 36 countries.
1st Sep 2020
Newcastle-Upon-Tyne male cosmetics start-up in line for national award
A British based men’s make-up line is in line to scoop a national entrepreneurial award in recognition of their vision for creating a makeup line specifically designed with men in mind.
21st Aug 2020
COVID-19 hastens growth of the wellness sabbatical trend
The Wellness Sabbatical was named as a top trend for 2020 by the Global Wellness Institute back in January 2020. Little did the team predict at the time a global pandemic was on its way. Yet as the lockdown necessitated the need for more people to work from home, this trend has gathered pace and is proving to be one for the spa and hospitality sector to watch in the coming months.
21st Aug 2020
ishga innovates with new skin friendly hand cleanser
Hebridean skincare brand ishga Sanitiser has launched new skin-friendly, hydrating and uplifting hand cleanser that is both effective and sensorial, bringing a spa like experience to the daily necessity of hand sanitising. Ideal for use in spa welcome rituals, pre and post treatment, for therapists and guests alike, it is also an excellent addition to the hotel experience at reception, in room and in restaurant.
21st Aug 2020
Therme Group announces plans for well-being resorts across the UK
Following approval to build a £250 million wellbeing resort in Manchester,Therme Group has revealed plans to develop the concept in several other major UK cities. The roll out will create over 3,000 new direct jobs and represents a major investment in the health and wellbeing of the population.
21st Aug 2020
Shortlist revealed for 2020 World Spa Awards
The shortlist of nominees for this year’s World Spa Awards has been revealed. Now in its sixth year, the awards serve to celebrate and reward excellence in the spa and wellness industry.
18th Aug 2020
Close contact treatments in UK resume whilst saunas and steam rooms remain closed
The government has announced face treatments are permitted to resume in England with stricter rules for face coverings on close contact services.
18th Aug 2020
Last week saw the launch of The Sustainable Spa Association (SSA) - a new membership-Âbased organisation which plans to offer guidance to spa operators on improving their sustainability credentials.
18th Aug 2020
ELEMIS introduces new ‘no-touch’ facial treatment experience at flagship Mayfair store
ELEMIS has launched a new ‘no-touch’ facial treatment experience at The House of ELEMIS, their flagship Mayfair store. Recognising the impact that COVID-19 has made on our lifestyle and skin regimens, the ELEMIS’ No-Touch Facial Powered by BIOTEC aims to deliver transformative results, while providing peace of mind that each facial is being delivered with the utmost consideration for hygiene and safety standards.
18th Aug 2020
Sensory Retreats unveil new 7-in-1 self-heating Divine Eyes Masks
Sensory Retreats has launched a new self-heating, lavender infused eye mask to complement their holistic range of products. Designed by Clare Anderson, founder of the Lava Shell brand, the Divine Eyes Mask is the latest product to be unveiled by Sensory Retreats.
18th Aug 2020
Made for Life Organics develops new purifying Botanical Hand Sanitiser
Made for Life Organics has developed a new purifying, cleansing Botanical Hand Sanitiser spray. Hand blended in Cornwall from botanical extracts and active essential oils, the brand’s latest innovation is designed to kill 99.9% of bacteria and viruses, and create a spa-like experience from a daily necessity.
10th Aug 2020
Natural and organic skin and spa brand ilÄ has announced the launch of Maison ilÄ, Le Trésor - a healing space in the heart of the Aude, Languedoc Roussillon, France. The former seven-bedroom chambre d’hôtes has been given a new lease of life as ilÄ’s first dedicated permanent wellness retreat location.
10th Aug 2020
Six Senses extends digital at home offer with Six Weeks of Summer experience
Luxury hotel and spa resort, Six Senses has extended its digital offer to include a summer long programme of wellness experiences.
10th Aug 2020
Leading aesthetic equipment manufacturer CACI International, has created a comprehensive marketing guide and support package for customer clinics and beauty salons still struggling to emerge from the COVID-19 lockdown.
4th Aug 2020
Gauging the mood of the industry
Spa Life spoke exclusively to several operators and suppliers to understand how the past few weeks have been since the government permitted spas to re-open and gauge the importance of the re-opening of all facilities and treatments.
4th Aug 2020
CNDâ„¢ introduces new Autumn Addict collection
CND™ has announced the launch of a new collection of autumn themed nail colours. Inspired by the warm, rich hues of autumn’s most succulent flavours and crisp foliage the Autumn Addict collection, features a selection of six, new earthy tones.
4th Aug 2020
marocMaroc and VILASA. launch new fifty minute sensory awakening candle massage
Luxurious spa and hammam brand marocMaroc has launched a new sensory candle treatment for professional brand partners. Drawing on ancient Moroccan principles of hammam, the 'Awaken the Senses' candle massage aims to enhance the body, relax the spirit and leave guests with an overall feeling of wellbeing with the soothing heat of the Paillettes d'Ambre candle.
28th Jul 2020
Galgorm Unveils New Spa Attractions as Part of £2 Million Expansion Project
Northern Ireland’s premier luxury hotel and spa destination, Galgorm Spa & Golf Resort, has unveiled its new, dramatically enhanced Thermal Village and Spa provision, representing an investment of more than £2 million into the popular Resort’s tourism credentials.
28th Jul 2020
Germaine de Capuccini launches new Eco-Refills packs
Leading professional spa brand Germaine de Capuccini has launched a new Eco-Refill Collection of moisturisers. Designed to target specific skin care needs, the new Collection features two new anti-ageing hero products, in an innovative recyclable container that can be refilled and replaced inside the original outer box once it is consumed.
28th Jul 2020
Professional spa distributors Sweet Squared have partnered with luxury Austrian brand Armargentum to exclusively distribute their premium face masks in the UK and Ireland.
28th Jul 2020
Vogue Beauty Award 2020 Nominee INDEORA launches free Hyaluronic Hand Sanitiser for customers
Natural Irish bodycare brand Indeora has launched a new Hyaluronic Hand Sanitiser which they are currently offering for free to all customers.
28th Jul 2020
Sensory Retreats introduces the ‘Personal’ Lava Shell Collection
Sensory Retreats has launched this week a Double Porcelain Lava Shell Personal Collection aimed at clients who would prefer to have their own Lava Shells used for their salon or spa Lava Shells treatments.
20th Jul 2020
All beauty treatments permitted to resume from Saturday 1st August
The spa and beauty sector received a huge boost on Friday 17th July, as Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced in a press conference that all beauty services will be allowed to resume from Saturday 1st August.
20th Jul 2020
Made for Life Organics collaborates with BC Softwear on new Sleep Ritual
Made for Life Organics have collaborated with the team at BC Softwear to introduce a new Made for Life Sleep Ritual combining a soothing, calming natural botanical spritz with a super soft organic sleep mask to cocoon the eyes and block out the morning light, ensuring a perfect night’s sleep.
20th Jul 2020
TriDosha launches new non-touch Spa Guided Meditation Treatment
Ayurvedic wellbeing brand TriDosha has launched a new non-touch guided meditation treatment exclusively for spas. The new experience has been designed to help clients relax, discover some basic self-care techniques, restore mind and body and stimulate the immune system.
20th Jul 2020
Aromatherapy Associates launches new in-room wellbeing experiences for hotel guests
Leading International aromatherapy brand Aromatherapy Associates has launched a series of brand new ‘In-Room Wellbeing Experiences’ for hotel guests. Designed for individuals who are still too nervous about venturing into spa post lockdown, each treatment enables guests to experience the luxury of a professional wellbeing experience from the comfort of their hotel room.
20th Jul 2020
Lash Perfect Training Academy launches remote online courses
Lash Perfect Training Academy, has launched a new series of remote online training courses for therapists.
20th Jul 2020
Gold Key Media offers new digital consumer magazine solution to spas
Gold Key Media has designed an innovative solution to help spas and salons recreate some of the relaxing experience clients received pre lockdown.
14th Jul 2020
[ comfort zone ] launches new eco-sustainable sun care line up
Parma based prestige skin care brand [ comfort zone ] has announced today a new range of eco sustainable sun care.
14th Jul 2020
2020 Global Wellness Summit to focus on a reset for the world of wellness post COVID-19
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has announced plans to move its 2020 conference from Tel Aviv, Israel, to the US. The annual international event - which brings together the largest gathering of international leaders in the $4.5 trillion global wellness economy, will now take place between 8th - 11th November at The Breakers, Palm Beach, Florida.
14th Jul 2020
Industry stalwart Helena Field launches new well-being service
Ex spa director and experienced spa professional Helena Field has launched Action Wellbeing - a new initiative that aims to support businesses and individuals alike in prioritising wellbeing.
14th Jul 2020
Nimue Skin Technology launches new hyaluronic skin care range
Nimue Skin Technology has launched a new hyaluronic skin care range designed to effectively treat and manage dry and dehydrated skin. The professional skin care range comprises three new products – Hyaluronic UltraFiller, Hyaluronic Oil, and Hyaluronic Acid Super Fluid.
14th Jul 2020
Kirsty Algouneh wins 3rd place in international CNDâ„¢ educator contest
British based CND™ educator Kirsty Algouneh has been awarded 3rd place in an international contest to inspire the brand’s education team during lockdown.
10th Jul 2020
The UK’s spas and salon operators will be breathing a sigh of relief today following the government’s announcement yesterday evening of plans for the industry to reopen to the public.
1st Jul 2020
Following the government’s announcement on June 23rd that spas, beauty salons and leisure facilities are to remain closed beyond the widely anticipated reopening date of 4th July, Spa Life International is joining with the UKSA to encourage the industry to come together to call the government for clarity on a date for the industry to reopen to the public.
30th Jun 2020
UK Spa Association issues guidelines for spa and salons reopening post lockdown
The UK Spa Association (UKSA) has released a new guidance document to support both its members and the wider UK spa industry with the initial reopening period post lockdown.
30th Jun 2020
Ye Olde Bell spa in Barnby Moor has announced plans to offer their facilities for exclusive spa hire and private staycations for those after a getaway with friends and family this summer.
30th Jun 2020
Ex-Rugby player’s business donates hand sanitiser to help keep air ambulances flying
Proverb, an innovative new premium natural skincare range founded by ex-Harlequins RFC player Luke Sherriff and his wife Kirstie, has donated hundreds of bottles of their new hand sanitiser to those still working to save lives during the COVID-19 crisis.
30th Jun 2020
GWI hosts wellness master class with Dr. Richard Carmona to help with preparations for reopening
The Global Wellness Institute is hosting this week a wellness Master Class with the 17th US Surgeon General Dr. Richard Carmona to help spa and wellness facilities move from mitigation, to recovery and re-opening as countries across the world emerge from COVID-19 lockdown.
18th Jun 2020
Nine out of ten spa businesses report significant impact of COVID-19 in new UKSA study
A new report by the UK Spa Association has revealed the significant impact the COVID-19 crisis has had on the UK Spa Industry. The association’s ‘What’s Next for Wellness’ study released this week, concluded that 92.3% of businesses have experienced severe or significant impact to their business as a direct result of the lockdown measures put in place in late March.
18th Jun 2020
Rockcliffe Hall Resort develops new ‘in room’ treatment kits for post lock-down re-opening
Luxury resort Rockliffe Hall in Hurworth, near Darlington has been using the time in lock down to develop a range of innovative new offerings, to enable them to give guests an alternative five star experience once the Government gives the go-ahead for hotels to re-open.
18th Jun 2020
Gharieni launches new treatment Plexi Shield
German based manufacturer and suppliers of high-end spa and medical equipment The Gharieni Group, has announced the launch of an illuminated shield to help spas and therapists meet strict hygiene requirements while working on facial treatments post lockdown.
18th Jun 2020
Spa Vision supports diversification in Tasmania
Leading global spa experts Spa Vision have supplied state of the art ‘relax’ beds to Victoria’s Cosmetic Medical Clinic in Tasmania for it’s re-opening to the public this month.
11th Jun 2020
Ninth annual Global Wellness Day celebrated with 24 hours of online events
International Global Wellness Day - an annual awareness event dedicated to helping people improve their physical and mental health, will be celebrated this year for the first time with 24 hours of live streamed events.
11th Jun 2020
Sweet Squared launch Tea @ 3 live on Facebook every weekday
Leading spa and salon distributors and educators Sweet Squared have launched a new Tea @ 3 event series on Facebook live.
11th Jun 2020
The Davines Group, Benefit Corporation, renews its B Corp Certification
Davines S.p.A., the parent company behind the Comfort Zone brand has successfully renewed its B Corp certification.
11th Jun 2020
Made for Life Organics has signed a deal with Amazon to bring authentic wellbeing to a wider audience while spas are closed. Pivoting its business online during the crisis, the Amazon store offers a window to a wider community of wellness fans and expands the reach of this growing organic beauty business.
11th Jun 2020
ESPA unveils new Depuff and Soothe eye gel
Leading natural skincare brand ESPA has announced the launch of a revitalising new lightweight eye gel to complement its current skincare range.
5th Jun 2020
Gharieni group launches innovative new hands free contouring system
Leading manufacturer and supplier of high-end spa and medical equipment Gharieni Group, has launched an innovative new body contouring device to treat cellulite.
5th Jun 2020
Spa Life International launches SPAx Talks to support education for spa professionals
With live events cancelled and postponed for the foreseeable future due to the current lockdown and social distancing measures under COVID-19, Spa Life International has launched a new series of free SPAx Talks to provide spa leaders with access to industry leading expertise and insights.
5th Jun 2020
Spabreaks.com rewards all key workers with 15% discount
Europe’s leading spa booking service Spabreaks.com, has launched an exclusive discount to say thanks to the everyday heroes that have helped us through the COVID-19 lockdown.
5th Jun 2020
Elemis wins Sunday Times Style Award for skincare range
Leading British spa brand, Elemis has been recognised as the Best Premium Skincare Brand at this year’s Sunday Times Style Beauty Awards.
5th Jun 2020
Raised Spirit launches new CBD Aroma Diffuser
Oxfordshire based CBD brand Raised Spirit has launched a new CBD aroma diffuser to help create a calming environment and reduce inflammation and congestion in clogged airways, to improve overall physical and mental well-being in homes and spas during lockdown and beyond.
27th May 2020
Spa Life survey reveals interesting attitudes to live events
Spa Life Events continues to demonstrate it's propensity for innovation with a novel approach to customer research. Using a clever, modern video tool, the team has created a simple questionnaire to gauge the mood of the spa community and it's attitude toward live events at this unusual time.
27th May 2020
BC Softwear launches limited edition rainbow teddy to raise funds for NHS Charities Together
Leading textile supplier for luxury hotels and spas - BC Softwear, has launched a limited edition rainbow version of their long standing favourite BC Softwear Teddy to raise vital funds for NHS frontline staff and volunteers.
27th May 2020
Beata Aleksandrowicz, founder of the Aleksandrowicz System is opening up her popular Face Massage with Beata classes to spas and their clients.
27th May 2020
Spa Vision bolster hygiene offer as industry eyes re-opening
Leading global spa experts Spa Vision have unveiled a range of medical grade hygiene and sanitation products to assist operators, as the industry begins to scope plans to restart operations.
27th May 2020
ESPA announces major new changes to promote sustainability and naturality
Industry leading spa brand ESPA has announced this week three major new changes that reinforce its expertise as a premium, natural and environmentally-friendly skincare brand.
27th May 2020
A leading London aesthetic has stepped up to volunteer for the NHS, in a bid to help her local community during the COVID-19 crisis whilst spas and clinics doors are closed to the public during lockdown.
27th May 2020
Sensory Retreats launches 20:20 Together Affiliation Programme for therapists
Sensory Retreats has launched a 20:20 Together Affiliation Programme to enable therapists to provide their clients with much needed care and relaxation services, and the opportunity to earn whilst their premises are closed.
27th May 2020
European Spa launches #spaleadersathome campaign
Recognising that many industry professionals are working from home during the COVID-19 pandemic, European Spa has launched its #spaleadersathome campaign - a new series of Instagram interview sessions with industry leading experts.
14th May 2020
EXCLUSIVE: Trade Associations merge
The Hairdressing & Beauty Suppliers Association has merged with the Beauty Companies Association, effective from 14th May 2020.
13th May 2020
EXCLUSIVE: Sue Harmsworth pioneers new training standard in massage for those touched by cancer
ESPA founder Sue Harmsworth MBE is collaborating with a number of spa industry leaders to create the Standard Authority for Touch in Cancer Care (SATCC) - a recognised standard of training for providing spa treatments to those living with cancer.
13th May 2020
Elemis collaborates with Olivia Rubin to launch new exclusive wash bag collection for him and her
Luxury skincare brand Elemis has partnered with British designer Olivia Rubin to launch an exclusive collection of wash bags.
13th May 2020
How Covid-19 is transforming UK shopping habits
New research has revealed that a colossal 92% of UK adults have changed their shopping habits due to the Covid-19 pandemic, with e-commerce emerging as retail’s biggest lockdown driver.
13th May 2020
GWI and Welltech1 call on wellness start-ups to apply for $200,000 investment during Crisis
Welltech1, an Israeli innovation hub and micro-fund that invests in early-stage companies that make people healthier and happier, has called on start-ups in the wellness technology space to apply for new investment.
1st May 2020
EXCLUSIVE: UKSA opens dialogue with government to gain clear guidance on re-opening post COVID-19
The UK Spa Association has today launched a survey to gather insight from the industry in order to lobby government for clearer guidance on re-opening post COVID-19
30th Apr 2020
‘Pampering’ tops priority list of most anticipated activity post-lockdown
Kantar research finds beauty therapy and haircuts top the list of things consumers are looking forward to most after the coronavirus quarantine lifts.
30th Apr 2020
Germaine de Capuccini pivots business offering to support professional partners
Luxury professional skin care brand Germaine de Capucinni has introduced a number of new initiatives to support their professional partners whilst the industry faces challenges due to unprecedented closures.
30th Apr 2020
Beauty products see sales surge under lockdown
Sales of beauty products such as nail varnish have seen a spike in sales as Brits stuck in self-isolation seek products to maintain their beauty rituals at home.
30th Apr 2020
Gharieni Group provides relaxation beds for medical staff in Belgium hospital
Leading European manufacturer of high-end spa and medical equipment - The Gharieni Group, has provided several of their relaxation beds to the Virga Jesse Hospital in Hasselt to help frontline medical staff at the hospital relax and recharge during downtime.
30th Apr 2020
Dermalogica launches resource centre for spa therapists
Dermalogica has launched a resource centre to help professional skin care therapists manage the impact of COVID-19 closures on their businesses.
30th Apr 2020
Two of the UK’s prestige spa brands have stepped up to support local communities and front line staff with the provision of much needed hand sanitizer and moisturizers.
27th Apr 2020
Gharieni’s wins innovation award for therapist free technology
World leading manufacturer of high-quality treatment tables and equipment for spa, beauty & wellness scoops prestigious award for their new Triple Detox Concept MLX i3Dome.
27th Apr 2020
Shared Beauty Secrets launches two new online training courses accredited by FHT & BABTAC
Shared Beauty Secrets has launched two new online accredited training courses to provide beauty therapists with the opportunity to upskill during lockdown.
27th Apr 2020
Staffordshire’s Wellness Centre, MADE brings wellness into homes with #MADEAtHome
Staffordshire’s popular 360 wellness centre MADE has launched a new initiative #MADEAtHome, enabling individuals to reap the health and wellbeing benefits of it’s centre in the comfort of their own home.
27th Apr 2020
2020 wellness trends brought to life in Global Wellness Summit podcast series
The Global Wellness Summit has launched a second series of podcast interviews to provide spa operators with a deep dive into the key wellness trends for 2020.
27th Apr 2020
Natural skincare brand ESPA has launched a new sensorial skincare range inspired by the harmonising rituals of ancient Ayurvedic Healing, Chinese Medicine and Shamanic practices.
27th Apr 2020
Imployable to give away millions of free courses to people stuck at home in lockdown
UK Startup, Imployable is set to give away millions of pounds worth of courses to people stuck at home during the Coronavirus lockdown.
16th Apr 2020
2nd Spa Suppliers Assembly announced by UKSA
2nd Spa Suppliers Assembly announced by UKSA
14th Apr 2020
Baby Boomers in UK are driving 'community' focus of social media conversations
New research has shown that the UK’s social media conversations during the COVID-19 pandemic have focused on ‘community’, the number of posts on social platforms using that word has jumped 82% over the past month.
14th Apr 2020
Titanic Spa’s Warrick Burton, announced as Top 100 Industry Influencer
Titanic Spa’s, managing director Warrick Burton, has been named in Professional Beauty’s Top 100 Industry Influencer list, celebrating the people that are making the biggest impact in the beauty and spa market right now.
7th Apr 2020
UK Spa Association launches online support for spa operators and suppliers during COVID-19 pandemic
With the spa industry forced to suspend face to face business during COVID-19, the not-for-profit UK Spa Association has launched a series of online resources to help spa operators and suppliers through the current crisis.
7th Apr 2020
Six Senses launches At Home content portal to foster resilience during coronavirus shutdown
Luxury hotel and spa resort Six Senses is launching a content portal to help consumers remain solution-oriented, by supporting their physical and mental wellbeing and resilience during the coronavirus shutdown.
7th Apr 2020
Babor donate essential equipment to local hospitals
German skincare brand Babor has launched a global solidarity campaign in the face of COVID-19 lockdowns, with the aim of supporting front line staff with essential equipment.
7th Apr 2020
Fashionizer Spa diverts resources to make fabric face masks
Supplier of high-end uniforms for spas and hotels - Fashionizer Spa, has temporarily ceased production of uniforms to begin producing washable fabric face masks, following a global shortage in the wake of the coronavirus.
7th Apr 2020
Sweet Squared donates hand cream to Vogue magazine’s NHS initiative
Award winning spa supplier Sweet Squared have donated much needed hand cream to the British Vogue Hands On Appeal.
7th Apr 2020
Elemis expands Pro-Collagen range with multi-tasking eye mask
Luxury skincare brand Elemis has expanded its Pro-Collagen skincare range with the launch of the Pro-Collagen Eye Revive Mask.
30th Mar 2020
Brands switch production to hand sanitiser
Luxury beauty brand, LVMH, and skincare manufacturers Comfort Zone and SBS have branched out into the production of hand sanitiser to meet increased demand amid shortages driven by the COVID-19 outbreak.
30th Mar 2020
The Spa at Carden Awarded Five Bubble Luxury Rating
The Spa at Carden has become the first spa in the North West of England to have been awarded an inaugural “Five Bubble Luxury Rating†by The Good Spa Guide, despite having only been open three months.
30th Mar 2020
The Global Wellness Summit has launched Global Wellness Collaborations - a series of interactive forums to help executives in different wellness sectors stay connected; and sharing new strategies to cope with the fall out of the fast-moving COVID-19 epidemic.
30th Mar 2020
Rena Spa and Armathwaite Hall shortlisted for prestigious industry awards
Armathwaite Hall Hotel & Spa and The Rena Spa at The Midland have been shortlisted as finalists in this year’s Professional Beauty Awards 2020.
30th Mar 2020
Mavala Launches ‘The Nacial: The Facial for Fingertips’ Package.
Natural nail care leader Mavala, is catering to the demand for more luxurious and indulgent manicure options within the spa setting by creating a deluxe treatment package that has been specifically developed for the spa guest
21st Mar 2020
Spas and wellness centres ordered to close their doors in latest fight to contain coronavirus
Spas, gyms and leisure centres are among the businesses that have been ordered to close their doors tonight in Britain's fight to contain COVID-19.
21st Mar 2020
ISPA announces plans to help industry navigate unprecedented challenges
With businesses in the spa sector facing an unprecedented challenge in the face of COVID-19, ISPA has launched a survey to collect data relating to its impact.
21st Mar 2020
GWI Launches PositivelyWell Campaign
Global Wellness Institute launches PositivelyWell campaign to encourage members of the industry and people around the world to replace fear with a focus on wellness.
21st Mar 2020
The UK Spa Association (UKSA) has awarded the founder of Made For Life Organics Amanda Winwood with the UKSA Certificate of Outstanding Contribution.
21st Mar 2020
agua London launches innovative Hedgerow treatment menu
agua London is introducing an innovative new treatment menu utilising house-made herbal salves, butters and blended oils; drawing inspiration from British hedgerows and the wild plants and remedies that can be found within them.
21st Mar 2020
The Spa at Bedford Lodge Hotel named hotel of the year
East Anglia’s luxurious 4 Red Star hotel, The Spa at Bedford Lodge Hotel, has put itself on the map after winning the prestigious title of Hotel of the Year in the Norfolk and Suffolk Tourism Awards.
15th Mar 2020
Westbury Mayfair launches indulgent Mother’s Day experience
Luxury Collection Hotel, The Westbury Mayfair, has launched a new weekend getaway experience for Mother’s Day including the chance to enjoy some indulgent in-room spa pampering and treatments.
15th Mar 2020
Raison d’Etre incorporates new Design Thinking strategy into future projects
Leading spa and wellness consultancy Raison d’Etre has announced a new ‘Design Thinking’ strategy process to further strengthen the Spa Consultancy and Think Tank’s services and reputation as a pioneer for new ideas and innovations within the industry.
15th Mar 2020
Clare Dickens appointed Managing Director for Totally UK
Totally UK - the British distributor for Germaine de Capuccini, Universal Contour Wrap & the London Spa Company has appointed Clare Dickens as Managing Director.
15th Mar 2020
Light Elegance launch revolutionary new soak off building gel in a bottle
JimmyGel - A new nail gel from Light Elegance has arrived promising to revolutionise salon nail services everywhere
15th Mar 2020
Titanic Spa Announces Newly Appointment Operations Manager
At a time where fewer staff members are entering and staying in the spa industry and recruitment is tougher than ever, Titanic Spa is proud to announce the promotion of long-standing staff member Carly Boothroyd to Operations Manager.
10th Mar 2020
THALGO unveils new Spiruline Boost product range and treatments
French spa and beauty brand THALGO has announced the launch of a new anti-pollution treatment and skincare range, specifically developed to help tackle the impact of city living and urban stress - particularly addressing the effects of pollution and exposure to free radicals and toxins to the skin.
10th Mar 2020
Aqua Sana Longleat Forest reopens following £6million refurbishment
Sparcstudio - the independent creative design outfit behind the Sopwell House Cottonmill Spa & Club, and The Spa at South Lodge has recently completed one of the UK’s most highly anticipated spa refurbishments in collaboration with the team at Aqua Sana Longleat Forest.
10th Mar 2020
Sweet Squared announce partnership with Habia
Sweet Squared - the award winning distribution partner for CNDâ„¢ is kicking off 2020 with an education programme that is fully Habia approved and accredited.
10th Mar 2020
wax:one launches free workshops to help pros enhance their skills
Innovative professional waxing system provider wax:one is offering free taster workshops this March for therapists looking to refresh their waxing skills in time for spring and summer 2020.
10th Mar 2020
CIDESCO partners with BABOR to launch Student Scholarship Program
CIDESCO International, the world standard for beauty and spa therapy, has entered into an agreement with global precision skincare brand, BABOR, to launch a Student Scholarship program.
10th Mar 2020
Elemis launches Pro-Collagen Celebration Duo
Spa favourite Elemis has launched a limited edition Pro-Collagen set to celebrate 30 successful years of business
21st Feb 2020
UK Prestige Beauty Industry Generates £2.6 Billion in Sales for 2019
The sale of prestige women’s face skincare products in the UK reported an increase of 2% in the 12 months to the end of 2019 according to a new report out this month by The NPD Group. The total value of the prestige beauty market in the UK was valued at £2.6 billion in 2019, a decline of 3% when compared to the same period in 2018.
21st Feb 2020
Spa at Blythswood Square launch pioneering CBD products and treatments with La Rue Verte
Hashtag Organics & The Academy have launched a collection of pioneering CIBTAC accredited CBD massage and facial treatments in partnership with the Kimpton® Blythswood Square in Glasgow.
21st Feb 2020
Dormy House partners with VILASA. to launch new men’s spa treatments from Gentlemen’s Tonic
The award-winning House Spa at Dormy House in the Cotswolds has launched a brand-new spa offering devised especially for men, in collaboration with VILASA. and British brand Gentlemen’s Tonic.
21st Feb 2020
Galgorm Spa & Golf Resort announced as host venue for Spa Life Ireland 2020 with Tourism NI
Northern Ireland’s premier luxury Galgorm Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort has been announced as the host venue for Spa Life Ireland 2020.
13th Feb 2020
GWS releases The Future of Wellness 2020 Trends Report
A new report released by the Global Wellness Summit has predicted the top ten future wellness trends for 2020.
13th Feb 2020
UKSA kicks of 2020 activity with spring networking event at Carden Park
The UK Spa Association is kick-starting an ambitious year of industry focussed networking events and campaigns with a Spring Networking Event at Carden Park this March.
13th Feb 2020
Spabreaks.com see record breaking January with best Blue Monday ever
Industry leading bookings agency, Spabreaks.com experienced its busiest trading month to date this January, with Blue Monday proving to be the company’s biggest trading day ever as consumers looked for ways to beat their January blues.
13th Feb 2020
The Lake District’s Armathwaite Hall Hotel & Spa targets Indian travel market
This January, Armathwaite Hall Hotel & Spa, general manager Simon Steele, joined 42 representatives from 13 local Lake District businesses to travel to India on an Overseas Trade Mission, as part of Visit Britain and Cumbria Tourism’s ‘English Lake District Indian Forum’.
13th Feb 2020
marocMaroc appoints UK and Irish distributor
Luxury spa and hammam brand, marocMaroc has appointed specialist luxury skincare and wellbeing products distributor VILASA as its exclusive distributor in the UK and Ireland.
13th Feb 2020
Donnington Valley Hotel and Spa launches Me, Myself and I spa breaks
Luxury Berkshire based Donnington Valley Hotel and Spa has introduced the Me, Myself and I spa break - a package aimed at individuals looking for some much needed me time away from the stresses of modern-day life.
13th Feb 2020
Global spa & wellness consultancy, Raison d’Etre announces two new appointments
World-leading spa and wellness consultancy, Raison d’Etre, has announced two new appointments to its Head Office team, with Charlotte Morris coming on board as Trainer, and Beata Reder as new HR Assistant.
6th Feb 2020
Made for Life Organics first UK spa brand to achieve B Corp certification
Artisan Cornish brand Made for Life Organics, has announced today it has become the first British spa brand to achieve B Corporation certification, joining a host of international companies that are reinventing business, by pursuing purpose as well as profit.
6th Feb 2020
Champneys Beauty College launches scholarship competition
Champneys Beauty College is launching a new scholarship competition for one budding beauty therapist to win their training for the forthcoming September 2020 intake.
6th Feb 2020
Spa Vision and Kurland celebrate ten year collaboration
Leading spa and wellness consultants, Spa Vision are excited to be entering a decade of working in partnership with Kurland, the ground-breaking creators in spa-technology and treatment design, to deliver exceptional experiences across wellness, spa and health.
6th Feb 2020
The spa at Ramside unveils exclusive Mother’s Day packages
The Spa at Ramside, at County Durham’s Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa has launched two new exclusive spa offers to treat mums with this Mothering Sunday.
6th Feb 2020
ishga launches new Pregnancy Treatment
Organic skincare brand ishga has introduced a new pregnancy ‘Mum to be Massage’ which incorporates a luxurious, relaxing full body massage with nurturing, healing organic oils.
6th Feb 2020
Beata Aleksandrowicz launches Aleksandrowicz System® Face Cure
Beata Aleksandrowicz, an international expert on massage, healing and wellbeing and founder of the Aleksandrowicz System® has launched Face Cure – an innovative series of treatment sessions to help people reconnect with their own face.
24th Jan 2020
Employment Law changes in 2020 - are you ready?
How you issue employee contracts will change, the National Living Wage will go up for workers aged 25 and above, and statutory sick pay is set to rise
24th Jan 2020
Ramside Spa adds some Spa-rkle to Valentines Day gifting
The Spa at Ramside, at County Durham’s Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa recently unveiled its Winter Glow package for those looking to surprise their partner with a luxury gift on 14 February.
24th Jan 2020
Mii supports charity initiatives
Mii supports the Foundation For Change beauty sale, raising much needed funds to Help Refugees UK, a non-profit organisation to support those fleeing war, persecution and climate change.
24th Jan 2020
Fashionizer Spa designs uniforms for Six Senses Resort, Shaharut, Israel
As the award-winning hotel brand expands its portfolio in Europe and the Middle East, Fashionizer Spa is delighted to be enhancing its successful working relationship with the Six Senses team.
26th Dec 2019
Marie Claire branches into salons
Media brand Marie Claire is set to open new beauty and hair salons in train stations and airports in 2020.
26th Dec 2019
Award win for Donnington Valley
Berkshire’s Donnington Valley Hotel and Spa has been awarded a silver trophy in the Spa and Wellbeing Experience of the Year category at the Beautiful South Awards 2019/20.
26th Dec 2019
2020 GWS will have unprecedented focus on tech
Next year’s Global Wellness Summit (GWS) is taking place in Tel Aviv, Israel as it is known as the world’s start-up nation and boasts 6,000+ active start-ups.
26th Dec 2019
CIDESCO launches sustainability initiative
CIDESCO, the world standard for beauty and spa therapy, is encouraging its members, students and schools to become more environmentally aware.
26th Dec 2019
Six Senses London scheduled for 2023
Six Senses has announced plans for its debut property in the UK, in art deco former department store, Whiteleys, in London’s Bayswater.
26th Dec 2019
Monart opens first English site
The parent company of Irish destination spa resort Monart has opened a sister property in Poundbury, Dorest – it’s first venue in England.
23rd Dec 2019
The inaugural Shine Your Light awards took place last month at London’s Camellias Tea House.
23rd Dec 2019
Raison d’Etre announces sustainability initiative
Wellness consultancy Raison d’Etre has announced a new sustainability initiative to integrate an all-encompassing ‘green strategy’ into its design projects, starting in 2020.
23rd Dec 2019
The DoubleTree by Hilton Harrogate Majestic has officially opened its new £15m spa, following a site-wide refurbishment.
23rd Dec 2019
Germaine de Capuccini has launched its new LED-XPERT Mask
23rd Dec 2019
Derby University to cancel Spa Management degree
The University of Derby has announced that, from 2022, it will no longer be offering its Spa Management degree
6th Dec 2019
VOYA renews partnership with Emirates
Luxury Irish organic brand Voya has announced the renewal of its partnership with Emirates Airlines.
6th Dec 2019
Manchester’s award-winning luxury spa, The Spa at the Midland, has announced a comprehensive rebrand, following its recent acquisition by Leonardo Hotels.
6th Dec 2019
Spa Vision partners Away Spa Brisbane
International Spa consultants Spa Vision have delivered new treatment tables to the AWAY Spa at the five-star W Brisbane hotel.
6th Dec 2019
Lava Shells Founder launches new British brand
Clare Anderson, the founder of the Lava Shells and kokolokahi brands has launched a unique new product house and holistic wellbeing brand: Sensory Retreats.
6th Dec 2019
Developed in Germany by results-driven skincare specialists, SKINthings is a premium range of professional and homecare products and devices new to the UK.
6th Dec 2019
CIDESCO to open its first training salon
Beauty education body CIDESCO International has announced plans to open a training salon at its head office.
6th Dec 2019
Pure Spa & Beauty opens first stand-alone retail store
Pure Spa & Beauty has opened its first retail-only space, called Pure Beauty Zone. The spa and salon chains first foray into retail opened on Rose Street in Edinburgh in November.
30th Nov 2019
Six Senses unveils The Water Retreat
Six Senses Ninh Van Bay has premiered the latest addition to the resort – it’s new Water Retreat.
30th Nov 2019
Chiva-Som International Health Resorts is to open a Middle Eastern property in 2020 – the Zulal Wellness Resort in Khasooma in North Qatar.
30th Nov 2019
Next year’s Global Wellness Summit will take place in the Middle East for the first time in its 14-year history.
30th Nov 2019
Moss of the Isles heads to Portugal
Irish product house, Moss of the Isles, has partnered with Portuguese eco-spa Douro41 in Vista Alegre.
30th Nov 2019
Canyon Ranch launches new retreat model
Destination spa brand Canyon Ranch has launched its first retreat model, Canyon Ranch Wellness Retreat – Woodside
30th Nov 2019
Following an extensive refurbishment, the Ono Spa at the Mandala Hotel in Berlin has reopened.
30th Nov 2019
Regent rolls out new spa brand
Regent Seven Seas Cruises has announced it is launching a new spa brand: Serene Spa & Wellness.
19th Nov 2019
New digi spa directory for consumers
Mary Bemis has launched a digital spa directory for consumers, designed to help the public choose their ideal spa destination.
19th Nov 2019
BeautyLab offers Dermaplaning training workshops
BeautyLab’s is bringing back its popular Dermaplaning training workshops with Nicola Russell, aka The Skin Geek.
19th Nov 2019
Hotel chain Holiday Inn, which is owned by InterContinental Hotel Group (IHG), has launched a new day spa at the Holiday Inn Winchester in Hampshire.
19th Nov 2019
Mii Cosmetics launches in Mauritius
Mii Cosmetics has a new international distributor – Mauvilac Cosmetics in Mauritius – taking the brand’s international presence to 24 countries.
19th Nov 2019
The ultimate anti-pollution facial
Linda Meredith has launched a new natural algae treatment – The Natural Algae Facial.
14th Nov 2019
Longford Forest builds on Forest Spa concept
Design studio Sparcstudio worked alongside Center Parcs’ spa experts to help design the new Forest Spa concept.
13th Nov 2019
Comfort Zone launches Beauty Reloaded
Comfort Zone, with the support of wellness for cancer, has created Beauty Reloaded, a program which includes a facial and a body pro-sleep massage for cancer survivors.
13th Nov 2019
Mandarin Oriental pledges to eliminate single-use plastic in 2020
Hotel chain Mandarin Oriental has vowed to banish single use plastic by the end of March next year.
13th Nov 2019
Aleksandrowicz announces launch of new business venture
Following the closure of Pure Massage Spa Training Method, of which she was co-founder, Beata Aleksandrowicz has announced the launch of her new business – Aleksandrowicz System®.
12th Nov 2019
Light Elegance introduce Mistresses of All Evil
Light Elegance has announced the launch of its new winter ButterCream Collection.
31st Oct 2019
Value of global wellness market rises
New data from the Global Wellness Institute (GWI) shows that the global wellness industry worth has risen to $4.5 Trillion (£3.5 trillion).
31st Oct 2019
Elemis partners with Almarose Hotel and Resorts
Elemis has announced a new partnership with Almarose Hotel & Resorts, which will see the brand providing premium spa products and treatments to 17 Almarose hotel and spa locations.
31st Oct 2019
Dermalogica launches body products
Dermalogica has launched two new body products this month.
31st Oct 2019
Spa consultants Spa Vision have announced a new partnership with Esthetica, one of India’s leading manufacturers of spa and salon furniture.
31st Oct 2019
Luxury £10M Carden Park opens for bookings
The much-anticipated launch of Cheshire’s £10m luxury spa, The Spa at Carden, has been confirmed for January 6th, 2020.
31st Oct 2019
This winter, Nimue Skin Technology is launching Microneedling treatments to salons and spas, for clients seeking visible skin rejuvenation.
26th Oct 2019
Elemis: gifts from soil and sea
This year, Elemis is marketing ‘The Stars of Elemis’
26th Oct 2019
NSF: clean, conscientious, ethical
True to its values, Natural Spa Factory’s Christmas 2019 campaign is all about clean, conscientious and ethical skincare.
26th Oct 2019
Temple Spa’s Peace by Piece Christmas collection, inspired by the Mediterranean, has been curated in close collaboration with world-renowned mosaic artist Sonia King.
26th Oct 2019
New for 2019, marine brand Thalgo is introducing four all-new surprises, a scented candle, three irresistible Crackers and the 11 gift sets.
26th Oct 2019
VOYA’s luxury gifts from the depths of the ocean range from festive home fragrances to indulgent bathtime treats.
26th Oct 2019
Germaine de Capuccini: the gift of Germaine
From minis to dot boxes, Germaine de Capuccini has got Christmas spa retail covered.
26th Oct 2019
For 2019 Ishga has spa exclusive offers, which won’t be available for retail online.
21st Oct 2019
Natural Spa Factory Christmas treatments strike gold
Natural Spa Factory has launched a glittering array of treatment journeys and gift experiences for the Christmas season.
21st Oct 2019
Sutton Coldfield is the latest edition to The Massage Company (TMC) franchise business, taking the total to four centres throughout the UK.
21st Oct 2019
Face value for Gentlemen’s Tonic
The latest addition to the Gentleman’s Tonic advanced derma care range is a gel cleanser, which promotes smoother, younger looking skin
21st Oct 2019
Award recognises Dermalogica’s exemplar training
The Princess Royal Training Awards Commission (PRTAs) has recognised Dermalogica for its excellent training practices.
21st Oct 2019
Galapagos Islands on the spa map
A newly opened spa, plus one in the design stages, has turned the spa spotlight on the World Heritage site.
21st Oct 2019
Europe the next step for Monat
US vegan beauty brand, Monat, has announced its plans to expand into Ireland and Poland this autumn
16th Oct 2019
Irish seaweed skincare brand Voya has partnered with the Albaro Wellness & Spa on the Croatian peninsula of Istria.
14th Oct 2019
Fusion Resorts appoints Group Spa Director to oversee expansion
Aye Mon has taken on the newly created role of Group Spa Director at Fusion, as the wellness-inspired hospitality group announces new sites for development.
14th Oct 2019
Ensana Health Spa Hotels enters the wellness market
A brand new group of spa hotels has launched this month and has already become Europe’s largest health spa operator.
14th Oct 2019
Fiona Brackenbury leaves L’Oreal to start consultancy
After 21 years with Decléor & Carita UK, Fiona Brackenbury is setting up her own skincare and spa consultancy.
14th Oct 2019
Six Senses delivers results on sustainability
Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas has shared the results of its impressive environmental efforts last year.
8th Oct 2019
The UKSA’s Summer Networking Event, their largest ever, saw the launch of two initiatives.
4th Oct 2019
Spabreaks.com gets on board with Celebrity Cruises
Spa booking agency Spabreaks.com has formed an exclusive partnership with Celebrity Cruises to offer wellness on the waves.
4th Oct 2019
Global Wellness Institute backs yoga therapy initiative
The Global Wellness Institute is driving a new initiative to have yoga therapy recognised as a legitimate wellness modality.
4th Oct 2019
New spa for Dubai’s Jumeirah Beach Hotel
Jumeirah Beach Hotel will debut its brand new spa concept in the fourth quarter of this year
4th Oct 2019
Armathwaite Hall Spa gets competitive edge
A £100,000 gym redevelopment at Armathwaite Hall Hotel & Spa gives guests the chance to improve performance and achieve their sporting goals.
4th Oct 2019
LUX Life Awards honour spa brands
Raison d’Etre and Titanic Spa have both been recognised in the LUX Life Magazine 2019 Hotel & Spa Awards.
24th Sep 2019
Aghadoe Heights launches Kerstin Florian
Guests at The Spa at Aghadoe Heights in Co. Kerry, Ireland, can now enjoy treatments and products by luxe skincare brand Kerstin Florian.
24th Sep 2019
Christmas comes early from spa retailers
It may only be September, but spa retailers are already stocking up on festive products in time for Christmas 2019.
24th Sep 2019
Organic seaweed skincare company ishga is taking an eco-friendly approach to its packaging, with the aim of becoming completely plastic-free.
24th Sep 2019
September is the 'new January' for Pinterest beauties
Post-summer online searches on Pinterest are showing a trend towards beauty, positivity and self-care.
24th Sep 2019
Leonardo Hotels launches Rena spa
Leonardo Hotels has launched a new spa brand, Rena, across its UK properties this month
24th Sep 2019
Temple Spa opens its doors to new opportunities
It’s been a busy month for Temple Spa, with new openings, new products and a charity tie up.
18th Sep 2019
Elemis supports Breast Cancer Care
Leading brand Elemis is debuting a limited edition of its best-selling moisturiser to help raise money for Breast Cancer Care.
18th Sep 2019
Data from the International Spa Association’s (ISPA) 20th ISPA US Spa Industry Study, performed by PricewaterhouseCoopers, shows that spas across the US generated US $18.3bn in revenues in 2018.
18th Sep 2019
New spa facilities at Azerai La Residence
Azerai La Residence in Hue, Vietnam has unveiled its new spa. The 545sq m facility is more than 50 per cent larger than before and offers new thermotherapy areas.
18th Sep 2019
New spa for Six Senses Ninh Van Bay
The Spa at Six Senses Ninh Van Bay in Khanh Hoa, Vietnam has reopened after an extensive refurbishment.
18th Sep 2019
The Spa at Carden offers healing touch
Therapists at The Spa at Carden have completed organic cancer therapy training ahead of its opening later this year.
9th Sep 2019
Royal approval for Global Wellness Day
Global Wellness Day has been chosen by the Duke and Duchess of Sussex as one of only 15 inspiring social responsibility projects to follow on their Instagram social media platform.
9th Sep 2019
Woodland Spa to open in Dorset
The Grade II-listed Eastbury Hotel in Sherbourne, Dorset, is set to open a new spa.
9th Sep 2019
Albamhor Spa opens at the Fife
Landmark Scottish property, the Fife Arms, a famous Victorian coaching inn, has been reinvented for the 21st century and opened its new 150 sq m spa.
9th Sep 2019
New skincare specialist for Nimue
Nimue Skin Technology has announced the appointment of skin guru Farrah Fawcett as the brand’s Lead Skincare Specialist.
9th Sep 2019
Ageing takes centre stage at GWS
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has announced a key topic for its October conference will be the massive, overlooked opportunities in the 50 plus market.
3rd Sep 2019
Third Space opens overseas retreats
Luxury fitness group The Third Space, which has sites around the capital, has expanded its business model to include wellness retreats.
3rd Sep 2019
Spa Kempinski Dominica to open in October
A new Spa Kempinski is set to open in Cabrits Resort Dominica on October 14th.
3rd Sep 2019
New Sustainable Spa certification
A US-based certification programme for green spas has been launched by Vios Spa Group. The global spa certification is designed to assess and recognise spas with leading sustainability practices and quality standards.
3rd Sep 2019
Wilderness Safaris opens new spa
Wilderness Safari’s Jao Camp, in the north-western Okavango Delta in Botswana, has re-opened after a complete reinvention, and now includes a new spa.
3rd Sep 2019
Could 'Beer Yoga' become a UK trend?
The Los Angeles Times has reported that, across the pond in Long Beach, beer yoga is now officially ‘a thing’… as are wellness wine hikes in Malibu and alcohol-fuelled workouts including Vino and Vinyasa (wine yoga) and Scotch and Stretching.
3rd Sep 2019
Stademos Hotels unveils new Amara Spa
Cyprus-based hospitality group, Stademos Hotels, has unveiled its latest resort, Amara. Located in the coastal town of Limassol, the hotel includes a 2,500 sq m spa.
26th Aug 2019
Center Parcs Longford Forest in Ballymahon has opened its doors, complete with Ireland's first Forest Spa, the Aqua Sana Spa.
26th Aug 2019
Holistic Solutions announces strategic partnership
Newly formed spa and beauty brand distributor, Holistic Solutions, has announced it is teaming up with The Spa PR Company to provide bespoke PR and influencer packages to its brands and partners.
26th Aug 2019
Spa at Ramside introduces Natura Bissé
The award-winning Spa at Ramside, in County Durham’s Ramside Hall Hotel, has expanded its treatment list by welcoming a second luxury skincare brand, Natura Bissé, to complement its existing ESPA range.
26th Aug 2019
Grayshott launches medical clinic
Surrey’s wellness retreat, Grayshott Medical Spa, has added a medical clinic to its natural health and wellbeing services this month.
26th Aug 2019
Lanesborough first UK spa to offer Tata Harper
From October 2019, London’s Lanesborough Club and Spa will offer Tata Harper’s natural and all-organic custom-created treatments and rituals.
26th Aug 2019
The GWS has announced the 13th annual conference will move from Hong Kong to Singapore.
23rd Aug 2019
UKSA Reveals plans for World Wellness Weekend
The UK Spa Association is inviting wellness organisations to join the third annual World Wellness Weekend on 21-22nd September.
23rd Aug 2019
Lashus to launch extensions range
Sweet Squared has announced it will launch a new range of Lashus extensions this Autumn.
23rd Aug 2019
British Beauty Council gets new patron
Multinational hair care distributor and luxury vegan beauty brand Monat UK Ltd has become a patron of the newly established British Beauty Council (BBC).
23rd Aug 2019
The new spa at Sopwell House in Hertfordshire, Cottonmill, has opened to the public following a £14 million investment.
23rd Aug 2019
Spabreaks.com launches Elysium Collection
Spa bookings agency, Spabreaks.com, has launched The Elysium Collection, a new exclusive collection that showcases the gold standard of UK spas.
23rd Aug 2019
This year’s National Spa Week 2019, set to run from 4-11 November, will have an altered focus and be a trade-only campaign for the first time.
12th Aug 2019
W London partners with Dermalogica
Away Spa at W London – Leicester Square has announced a six-month partnership with Dermalogica.
12th Aug 2019
Titanic Spa collected multiple awards at the 2019 World Luxury Spa Awards.
12th Aug 2019
Pure Massage to train the trainers
The Pure Massage Spa Training Method has introduced a series of education programmes targeted specifically at trainers.
12th Aug 2019
Elemis launches at Rudding Park
Harrogate’s Rudding Park Spa has introduced a range of bespoke Elemis treatment packages to its offer.
12th Aug 2019
A new luxury destination spa is set to open in Harrogate this November, as part of a £15 million renovation of the new DoubleTree by Hilton Harrogate Majestic Hotel.
5th Aug 2019
Meaningful market intelligence in minutes
The initial phase of an innovative Spa Data project for Ireland has been launched.
5th Aug 2019
Meaningful market intelligence in minutes
The initial phase of an innovative Spa Data project for Ireland has been launched.
4th Aug 2019
UK spas steal the limelight at Luxury Spa Awards
The Spa at the Midland in Manchester and Titanic Spa in West Yorkshire both won sought-after accolades in the 2019 World Luxury Spa Awards.
4th Aug 2019
Special edition Kokolokahi Sensory Retreat candles
Shared Beauty Secrets has launched two special edition Kokolokahi Sensory Retreat Candles, in partnership with two major UK charities.
4th Aug 2019
Spa Experience roll out salon-only concept
Day spa chain Spa Experience by Better has announced it’s to launch a a new salon-only concept in September.
4th Aug 2019
GSN launches sustainability research
The Green Spa Network (GSN) has launched a sustainability research programme, which has been designed to collect information from GSN members about their environmental efforts.
4th Aug 2019
Singapore’s newly opened Six Senses Maxwell has introduced five spa pods and two relaxation rooms to create an urban sanctuary.
4th Aug 2019
Stratton House Hotel to get £1m spa
The owners of Stratton House Hotel in the Cotswolds have secured planning consent to build a £1m spa.
4th Aug 2019
GWI reveals worldwide hot springs trends
The Global Wellness Institute released a new forecast to tie in with World Bathing Day – the top five trends in hot springs worldwide.
4th Aug 2019
New all-natural Khmer Tonics Spa in Cambodia
A luxury jungle camp in Cambodia, Shinta Mani Wild, has opened an all-natural spa.
25th Jul 2019
Dermalogica promotes #skinindividuality
In a bid to promote skin positivity, Dermalogica has launched a campaign to reduce the stigma around acne.
25th Jul 2019
New research has revealed that salons and spas without an online or app-based booking offer may be losing out on up to 46% of business.
25th Jul 2019
More Brits to staycay this summer
The annual Travelodge holiday index survey has revealed that 69% of Brits are planning a staycation this summer, bringing £40bn to economy.
25th Jul 2019
CND is this year celebrating 40 years in the nail industry, and has unveiled a new range to mark its ruby anniversary.
25th Jul 2019
Gerrard International joins new spa at South Lodge
Gerrard International has announced it will have brand presence at the new Spa at South Lodge near Horsham.
25th Jul 2019
Aromatherapy Associates branches out
Aromatherapy Associates has created a new partnership with Aera to bring out a capsule collection.
25th Jul 2019
Lifehouse Spa and Hotel has introduced Elemis as its new product partner, ELEMIS, from the beginning of this month.
22nd Jul 2019
Beauty and hair contribute £6.6bn to UK economy
A report, produced by the Hair and Barber Council in partnership with Babtac, has demonstrated the value of the hair and beauty sector to the UK economy.
22nd Jul 2019
Mark Hermann has been announced as the new General Manager of Dermalogica UK and Ireland.
22nd Jul 2019
CIDESCO World Congress registration opens
The World Standard for Beauty and Spa Therapy has announced registration is officially open for its 67th World Congress and Exhibition
22nd Jul 2019
Global Wellness Day UK, which took place on 8th June, was celebrated in style this year.
22nd Jul 2019
Cornwall’s newest multi-million-pound spa, Mullion Cove, will partner with organic Irish seaweed brand VOYA when it opens this summer.
22nd Jul 2019
The sale of prestige lavender-based beauty products has increased five-fold so far in 2019
22nd Jul 2019
Irish Spa Association launches
A new Irish Spa Association (ISA) has been founded by Spa consultant Peigin Crowley and managing director of Pink Beauty Group, Anita Murray.
10th Jul 2019
Spa brand ishga has launched a potent seaweed Hydrating Hand Cream
10th Jul 2019
Bath has been ranked as the most expensive spa region in Europe by HotSpring World.
10th Jul 2019
Sopwell House to launch private spa
Sopwell House in Hertfordshire is preparing to open Cottonmill, a new three-storey, private members’ spa this summer.
10th Jul 2019
Yorkshire-based hotel and spa, Grantley Hall, will reopen this summer following a renovation.
10th Jul 2019
sk:n acquires Destination Skin
Skincare clinic sk:n has acquired aesthetic skincare chain Destination Skin’s 16 clinics.
10th Jul 2019
Champneys Spa Resorts has introduced the Sea Magik Salted retail range and Himalayan Hot Salt Rock Massage to its offering.
10th Jul 2019
VILASA partners Gentlemens Tonic
Distributor VILASA has exclusively partnered with luxury, natural men’s skincare range, Gentlemen's Tonic, which is based in London’s Mayfair.
10th Jul 2019
MuslinZ has entered the UK beauty market
Baby accessories specialist MuslinZ has entered the beauty market with a new Reusable Spa Range of wipes and cloths.
28th Jun 2019
New Salon Convention launches mobile app
Salon Life is the UK's newest and most exciting Beauty Convention and will be hosted at the ILEC Conference Centre, London on Mon 8th July
23rd Jun 2019
Fivelements has revealed details of its newest urban wellness concept, Fivelements Habitats.
23rd Jun 2019
Saxon Spa embraces Molton Brown
The Saxon Spa in Johannesburg, South Africa has announced it will be adding a new Molton Brown Signature Journey to its range.
23rd Jun 2019
Cyprus’s Anassa Thalassa spa is set to become one of only a handful of European spas to offer all-natural skincare from Tata Harper.
23rd Jun 2019
Fairlawns Boutique Hotel & Spa in Johannesburg, South Africa, has unveiled a new garden spa.
23rd Jun 2019
Six Senses reveals ‘Grow a New Body’ programme
Six Senses has created the ‘Grow a New Body’ programme, which combines neuroscience and biology with ancient wisdom of shamans.
23rd Jun 2019
TMC agrees deal with FranGlobal India
The Massage Company (TMC) has signed a deal with FranGlobal, Asia’s largest franchise reseller, to open 50 massage centres across India.
23rd Jun 2019
New Athenaeum Spa for in Malta
Malta’s Corinthia Palace Hotel and Spa is to open a new Athenaeum Spa this October.
23rd Jun 2019
Celestial new spa at Sala Samui Chaweng
Sala Samui Chaweng Beach Resort in Koh Samui in Thailnad has opened a new wellness centre: the Sala Spa Chaweng.
18th Jun 2019
Urban Retreat to open new flagship site
Urban Retreat has announced plans to open its first standalone London salon.
18th Jun 2019
The Alchemist Spa in Devon has reopened after a major refurbishment
18th Jun 2019
Salons sign up to screening campaign
Salons are being encouraged to sign up to a new Government-backed cervical screening campaign, launched by booking platform Treatwell in partnership with Public Health England (PHE).
18th Jun 2019
More expansion for Pure Spa & Beauty
Pure Spa & Beauty has opened four new salons across the UK
18th Jun 2019
New rasul for Moddershall Oaks
Moddershall Oaks Country Spa Retreat has added a new rasul treatment room to its facilities.
18th Jun 2019
The Cornwall hotel and spa in St Austell has launched a new ‘Wild Spa Experience’
6th Jun 2019
Elemis’ latest bodycare range
Elemis has introduced Sea Lavender & Samphire Salt Scrub, a smoothing, exfoliating scrub that contains purifying sea salt, and extracts of sea lavender and samphire.
6th Jun 2019
Time is now for digital detoxes
A new poll has revealed the UK’s average daily screen time is a whopping three hours and 23 minutes – that’s almost 24 hours a week, or over 50 days a year
6th Jun 2019
Mental health and body positivity take centre stage
Body image was chosen as the theme for The Mental Health Foundation’s (MHF) Mental Health Awareness Week this year and Spa Experience has launched a body-positive campaign featuring real clients.
6th Jun 2019
Titanic Spa trains staff to spot melanoma
Titanic Spa, the UK’s first eco-spa in Huddersfield has announced a new partnership with skin cancer charity, Skcin.
6th Jun 2019
CIDESCO is calling on its membership to help protect the health of the planet by advising their schools, students and make-up artists to only use glitter made from non-plastic alternatives
6th Jun 2019
Relais & Châteaux hotel, Eden Roc Cap Cana in the Dominican Republic, has opened a new 30,000sq ft spa, in partnership with Natura Bissé.
6th Jun 2019
The spa equipment manufacturer Earthlite has acquired wellness lifestyle brand, Tara Spa Therapy.
28th May 2019
Established in the South African organic skincare market in 2009, Esse Skincare has now launched in the UK.
28th May 2019
Spa jobs listing site SpaPulse has branched out to support therapists with ongoing training by partnering with tpot.
28th May 2019
Elemental Herbology launches into the Sheraton Grand Macao.
Elemental Herbology has announced the launch of its treatments and skincare at the Shine Spa at the Sheraton Grand Macao.
28th May 2019
Emma Pridding, spa and leisure revenue manager of The Spa at Carden, has been appointed as the newest board member for the UK Spa Association (UKSA).
28th May 2019
BC Softwear has employed a new business development manager for Scotland, Elaine McDonald
28th May 2019
The eighth annual Global Wellness Day (GWD) celebration will take place on Saturday, June 8th.
28th May 2019
Sourcing the holistic solution
A new spa consultancy and distributor offering professional skincare products, make-up and natural remedies plus advice and guidance on holistic trends, concepts and approaches, has launched in the UK.
2nd May 2019
First phase of Irish Spa Data Project launches
A new market intelligence programme to 'positively change Irish spa industry' has been launched.
1st May 2019
Canyon Ranch will debut a new signature concept in California’s Silicon Valley in the US this summer.
1st May 2019
GWS 2019: Shaping the Business of Wellness in Asia
The future of tourism, hospitality and wellness travel will be hot topics at the 2019 Global Wellness Summit (GWS).
1st May 2019
Guy Heywood has been appointed to the role of chief operating officer at Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas.
1st May 2019
Taj Rishikesh Spa opens in India
Indian Hotels Company has introduced the Taj brand to Rishikesh with the opening of the Taj Rishikesh Resort and Spa in the northern Indian state of Uttarakhand – it’s third hotel in the state.
1st May 2019
Ritz-Carlton reopens the Rainforest
The Ritz-Carlton, Ras Al Khaimah – set amidst a 500-hectare nature reserve in the Al Wadi Desert – has re-opened its newly refurbished, transformative Rainforest spa.
1st May 2019
Wellness Collective event cancelled
The Wellness Collective’s inaugural spa networking event, which was set to take place in Sicily, was cancelled two weeks before it was scheduled to begin.
1st May 2019
New Hotel Cerro to add region’s largest spa
The new 65-room Hotel Cerro in San Luis Obispo, California, has announced plans to open the largest spa in the region.
1st May 2019
Viking Ventures has revealed its plans to open a luxury wellness destination, focused on ayurvedic philosophies, medical aesthetics and holistic wellbeing in northern Goa, India, this Christmas.
28th Apr 2019
Leadership reshuffle at Elemis
Following its recent acquisition by L’Occitane Group, Elemis has announced changes at leadership level.
28th Apr 2019
The Global Wellness Institute (GWI) has revealed the top trends in hydrothermal spa and wellness experiences.
28th Apr 2019
Derma-cosmeceutical brand, Nimue Skin Technology has launched five new super concentrates to customise existing Nimue professional treatments.
28th Apr 2019
The annual World Spa Awards has announced its 2019 call for entries.
21st Apr 2019
South Lodge Hotel in Horsham has opened its new £14m spa, The Spa at South Lodge.
21st Apr 2019
Thalgo has launched a new dark spot and skin tone correction range, Lumiere Marine and alongside this a professional brightening treatment.
21st Apr 2019
CND has launched its first ever bridal collection comprising four new shades.
21st Apr 2019
A back, neck and shoulder massage remains the most stress-reducing spa treatment according to a survey of UK mothers.
21st Apr 2019
Woolacombe Bay Hotel’s the Alchemist Spa has reopened after a six-month refurbishment
21st Apr 2019
The 2020 World Spa & Wellness London convention will move from its traditional February slot to March 29 and 30.
14th Apr 2019
Hotel spas: an ever-increasing trend
Offering spa and wellness services as part of hotels is a trend that’s set to see continued growth, according to data insight company STR.
14th Apr 2019
Elemis has announced a new partnership with British Airways, which will see the brand provide luxury skin and bodycare collections to the airline’s First customers.
14th Apr 2019
Alpine-inspired spa for Scarborough
Alpamare Scarborough, a waterpark in Yorkshire, has opened a new 1,000sq m alpine-inspired spa.
14th Apr 2019
Staff come first at Titanic Spa
Huddersfield’s eco spa, Titanic Spa, has invested £35,000 in creating a designated wellness area for its staff, complete with snack and coffee machines and Bluetooth speakers so employees can listen to music during their breaks.
14th Apr 2019
Recycling provider FreeCollections has launched a free recycling service, created to help spas and beauty businesses meet their sustainability targets.
14th Apr 2019
Cult beauty brand Lush has opened the world’s largest in-store spa within its new Liverpool retail outlet.
28th Mar 2019
Lux Resorts & Hotels has unveiled a sumptuous spa in its latest Maldivian opening, on the North Male Atoll.
28th Mar 2019
First Euro spa for Banyan Tree
Banyan Tree is set to open its first European hotel and spa this summer, on the Greek island of Corfu.
28th Mar 2019
Hyatt introduces Wellbeing Lab series
Hyatt Hotels worldwide has launched Hyatt Wellbeing Ideation Labs, a new series designed to bring together industry experts to explore ways to better enhance the day-to-day wellbeing for guests and colleagues.
28th Mar 2019
Marriott’s Luxury Collection has opened the Parklane Hotel in Limassol, Cyprus complete with a 3,000sq m thalassotherapy spa.
28th Mar 2019
Six Senses opens in the land of the Thunder Dragon
Six Senses Bhutan has opened three of five boutique lodges in Thimphu, Punakha and Paro.
28th Mar 2019
Stephan Wagner has been appointed as the new director of spa and wellbeing at Switzerland’s Grand Resort Bad Ragaz.
27th Mar 2019
The Apogii Clinic, a new wellness clinic in London’s Notting Hill, is set to open at the end of this month.
27th Mar 2019
Cameron House is Made for Life
The Spa at Cameron House in Loch Lomond, Scotland will now offer rituals and products from Made for Life Organics.
27th Mar 2019
Irene Forte, daughter of British hotelier Sir Rocco Forte, has been appointed to The Global Wellness Summit’s (GWS) advisory board.
27th Mar 2019
Ultra Smart from Elemis, part of Pro-Collagen skincare family, is a new range of uniquely engineered treatments.
27th Mar 2019
Carden park: the garden reveal
The newly named Spa at Carden has revealed a first look at its multi-sensory wellbeing garden.
27th Mar 2019
Sustainable takes centre stage
A new trade body has been launched to address the issue of sustainability in spas.
22nd Mar 2019
Moss Wellness Consultancy launches
The Moss Wellness Consultancy is a new collaboration between four industry veterans, each of whom had a vision to share their experience and knowledge.
22nd Mar 2019
Carden Park appoints award-winning Spa Director
Carden Park, the new £10m luxury world-class spa due to open in Cheshire this September, has appointed Steve Ewing to head up its new spa.
22nd Mar 2019
The new Cowrie lava shell allows therapists to bring a touch of lava into any treatment including manicures, pedicures and facials.
22nd Mar 2019
Sweet Squared has introduced an exclusive new generation lash lift, Lashus, in the UK and Ireland.
22nd Mar 2019
P&O Cruises will add a luxurious wellness facility to the new Iona cruise liner when it launches in May next year.
22nd Mar 2019
£1.7m spa for Homefield Grange
Northamptonshire-based wellness resort Homefield Grange has opened a new natural wellness spa, Living Well Spa.
22nd Mar 2019
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has announced its fourth annual Shark Tank of Wellness competition is open
15th Mar 2019
Temple Spa has officially launched at the brand new Jiva Spa at The Taj Hotel on Buckingham Gate in London.
15th Mar 2019
Build begins on third TMC franchise
The Massage Company (TMC) has announced the build and fitout programme has begun on its third centre in High Wycombe.
15th Mar 2019
New leadership for Slieve Donard
Hastings Hotels has welcomed Michael Weston and Niall Burns as the new general manager and deputy general manager at the Slieve Donard Resort & Spa.
15th Mar 2019
SpaPulse launches ‘Talent as a Service’
Spa recruitment website SpaPulse has launched a new staffing solution: Talent as a Service, designed to bridge the gap between recruiters and job-board services.
15th Mar 2019
BC Softwear has added a bamboo bathrobe to its professional spa range.
15th Mar 2019
Mehmet Er, who first joined spa equipment manufacturer Gharieni in 2009, has returned to the company as international sales manager.
15th Mar 2019
The award-winning French massage concept, Akwaterra, is now available to spas and salons in the UK and Ireland.
11th Mar 2019
High-end beauty is making its mark
Online sales of high-end beauty and spa products are increasing, according to research by The NPD Group.
11th Mar 2019
Pure Massage partners Walker Simpson Architects
Beata Aleksandrowicz, creator of the Pure Massage Spa Training Method, has partnered with John Walker, Director at Walker Simpson Architects, to develop a new ethical concept in wellness.
11th Mar 2019
Elemental Herbology partners All Saints Spa
Elemental Herbology has announced a new spa partnership with the All Saints Spa in Suffolk, located within the All Saints golf hotel in Bury St Edmonds.
11th Mar 2019
WSW Awards 2019 – winners announced
The winners of the World Spa & Wellness Awards 2019 were announced last week at a glittering ceremony in London.
11th Mar 2019
Spa team programme from Glowing Flow
The founders of the Glowing Flow retreat programme, Patrizia Bortolin and Stefano Battaglia, have developed a specialist programme aimed specifically at spa teams.
11th Mar 2019
Swiss wellness and medical resort hotel, Grand Resort Bad Ragaz, which was named Resort Spa of the Year at last week’s World Spa and Wellness awards 2019, has invested £2.3m in a new Sauna Village.
26th Feb 2019
Lisa Barden has been named as the new chair of the UK Spa Association (UKSA).
26th Feb 2019
Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas has joined the InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) family of brands.
26th Feb 2019
Comfort Zone’s Skin Regimen range, which is designed especially for urban dwellers, has been introduced at The Spa at InterContinental London – The O2.
26th Feb 2019
Redesign for Aqua Sana Longleat
Center Parcs is reported to be investing almost £5m in redesigning the Aqua Sana spa at Longleat Forest in Wiltshire.
26th Feb 2019
Elemis stocks up on superfoods
Spa brand Elemis has added four new targeted treatments to its Superfood range. Formulated to complement the original line-up, the new nutrient-rich products target dull, dehydrated winter skin.
26th Feb 2019
Jumeirah opens Spa in Abu Dhabi
Spa, the new wellness destination by Jumeirah at Saadiyat Island Resort, has opened its doors in Abu Dhabi.
18th Feb 2019
Gerrard International scoops 10 awards
Gerrard International has won 10 awards at the 2019 Beauty Bible Awards, now in its 23rd year.
18th Feb 2019
Industry experts launch wellness brand
A new Irish wellness brand, Moss of the Isles, developed by Peigin Crowley is launching this March 2019.
18th Feb 2019
Industry experts launch wellness brand
A new Irish wellness brand, Moss of the Isles, developed by Peigin Crowley is launching this March 2019.
18th Feb 2019
Spa Vision introduces Continuum Pedicure Spas
Spa Vision has broadened its product range with the introduction of Continuum Pedicure Spas.
18th Feb 2019
Sweet Squared partners Light Elegance
UK Distributor Sweet Squared has announced a partnership with leading US gel manufacturer Light Elegance.
18th Feb 2019
BHappy Retreat to run at Ramside
The Spa at Ramside at Ramside Hall Hotel is holding a unique life coaching retreat this spring.
18th Feb 2019
Sheraton Full Moon unveils spa
Marriott Hotels has unveiled the completion of a $20 million renovation to its Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa.
18th Feb 2019
LivNordic appoints Josefin Roth
Scandinavian spa brand LivNordic Spa & Wellness has announced the appointment of Josefin Roth as Brand Manager.
14th Feb 2019
Aqua Sana Ireland moves a step closer
Center Parcs first Aqua Sana spa in Ireland is set to open later in 2019, at the new Center Parcs Longford Forest holiday village.
14th Feb 2019
Grayshott launches enrichment retreats
Grayshott Health Spa in Surrey is further embracing holistic wellness with the launch of three Enrichment Retreats.
14th Feb 2019
Natura Bissé opens its first standalone spa
Spanish skincare brand Natura Bissé has opened its inagural spa at the Westfield London shopping centre.
14th Feb 2019
Wendy Bosalavage, president of LIVunLtd, has been appointed to The Green Spa Network (GSN) board of directors as treasurer.
14th Feb 2019
Skincare guru Linda Meredith launches new Collagen Synergie.
14th Feb 2019
CIDESCO, the World Standard for Beauty and Spa Therapy, has partnered with WorldSkills, which raises the profile and recognition of young skilled people, to ensure that it is truly reflecting a global industry.
14th Feb 2019
Temple Spa embraces the free-from trend
Temple Spa has launched a new Free From range, for sensitive skin.
4th Feb 2019
Floating Spa for Monkey Island
Details of the Floating Spa at 800-year-old Monkey Island, on the River Thames, have been revealed.
4th Feb 2019
New range of seaweed supplements from Voya’s sister company Sea OÌr.
4th Feb 2019
Dr Murad has launched its first facial oil, the Murad Multi-Vitamin Infusion Oil.
4th Feb 2019
Warwickshire Hotel launches new Destination Spa
Ardencote Manor has opened the doors to its new Destination Spa.
4th Feb 2019
Online Spa Management qualification delivered through virtual classroom
The Spa Education Academy, launched by Kathryn Dowthwaite-Blay, aims to make sought-after spa management qualifications more accessible.
4th Feb 2019
‘Back to Basics’ trend for 2019
Global spa consultancy Raison d’Etre has forecast ‘Back to Basics’ will be a leading wellness trend this year.
28th Jan 2019
Plans for a floating, eco-friendly wellness resort in South Yorkshire have been given the go ahead.
28th Jan 2019
Gharieni chosen by Forbes Travel
The Gharieni Group is the only spa supplier to have been declared a ‘Brand Official’ by the renowned international Forbes Travel Guide.
28th Jan 2019
French skincare brand L'Occitane is set to acquire Elemis for $900 million.
28th Jan 2019
Balance Holidays creates five-star wellness retreats for spas.
28th Jan 2019
Cunard unveils first in-house spa
Cruise line Cunard will launch a holistic spa concept, Mareel, on-board its newly refurbished Queen Elizabeth this month.
28th Jan 2019
Jumeirah opens eco-conscious spa
The Jumeirah hotel group has opened its first eco-conscious resort and spa on Saadiyat Island in Abu Dhabi.
28th Jan 2019
Could electric muscle stimulation be spa revenue stream?
EMS could be the next big thing for spas looking to increase their revenue streams in alternative ways.
19th Jan 2019
Dubai to host World Spa Awards
The World Spa Awards, which recognises and rewards excellence in the spa and wellness sector, has revealed its Gala Ceremony 2019 will be hosted at the Armani Hotel Dubai.
16th Jan 2019
Hair Loss Friendly spa campaign
The Hair Loss Friendly spa campaign urges operators to offer thoughtful touches to ensure women with hair loss feel truly welcomed.
16th Jan 2019
New Taschenbergpalais Kempinski Dresden spa
German hotel, Taschenbergpalais Kempinski Dresden, has unveiled its new spa retreat.
16th Jan 2019
SpaBreaks practices what is preaches
Spa booking agency Spabreaks.com has launched a new internal incentive, which offers its staff a range of benefits designed to help improve both physical and mental health.
16th Jan 2019
Hotel Alvor set for opening Summer 2019
Longevity Wellness Worldwide will open its newest wellness property, featuring a dedicated spa and medi-spa, in summer 2019.
16th Jan 2019
Dr Murad launches infusion oil
Dr Murad has launched Multi-Vitamin Infusion Oil, the first facial oil from the brand.
16th Jan 2019
Phytomer launches 'cure' for the 21st Century
Phytomer has launched Oligoforce Hydrating Serum, branded as a ‘cure’ for 21st Century concerns.
16th Jan 2019
Tracey Woodward steps down from Aromatherapy Associates
Aromatherapy Associates chief executive Tracey Woodward has left her role at the end of 2018.
17th Dec 2018
Industry experts launch wellness brand
A new Irish wellness brand, Moss of the Isles, is launching this March.
16th Dec 2018
Natural Spa Factory has launched a new online training concept that’s available 24-hours a day
16th Dec 2018
Shared Beauty Secrets has expanded its luxury wellbeing range with the launch of a kokolokahi 100 per cent vegan-friendly candle
16th Dec 2018
Gaylia Kristensen launches in the UK
Cozmetica UK brings award-winning Gaylia Kristensen collection to market
16th Dec 2018
Nimue’s new Thermal Detox Peel is launching to coincide with the end of the party season, providing hydration, plumping and radiance
12th Dec 2018
The Falls Spa opens as part of £10m luxury development
The Falls Spa at the Lodore Falls Hotel opens to the public
12th Dec 2018
First salt-themed spa debuts in Mauritius
New hotel brand Salt opens first property in Mauritius
12th Dec 2018
Virgin Holidays has opened a flagship travel agency with an in-house spa in the centre:mk in Milton Keynes.
12th Dec 2018
Sri Lanka’s first wellness family boutique
The Wattura Resort & Spa opens in Negombo next month
8th Dec 2018
Wellness tourism to take centre stage
No longer a niche business, wellness tourism is rapidly growing
8th Dec 2018
Hyatt Hotels to open Scottish spa
Hyatt Hotels has unveiled plans for its first property in Scotland. The group has will operate the new spa and conference hotel at Edinburgh Marina
8th Dec 2018
Exceptional result for Exception Marine
Thalgo’s Exception Marine range has won at The AsiaSpa Awards
8th Dec 2018
Lanserhof at The Arts Club, the UK’s first medical gym, is set to open in May
8th Dec 2018
Hotel and spa chain announces plans to double in size by 2023
4th Dec 2018
Spa Life announces new developments for 2019
Events Management company, Spa Life International has announced the dates of its three international spa conventions for 2019 plus the launch of an additional, new event focusing exclusively on the beauty sector, which it plans to call Salon Life.
4th Dec 2018
First Swiss resort for Six Senses
Six Senses Crans-Montana will be the brand’s first resort project in Switzerland
4th Dec 2018
Cancer Touch Therapy gets CIBTAC endorsement
The Cancer Touch Therapy course by Made for Life has gained the first ever endorsement for cancer specific training from CIBTAC
4th Dec 2018
Martine O’Neill will join Temple Spa as Spa Business Development Manager
4th Dec 2018
Leading nutritional spokesman, Patrick Holford, who keynoted at last month’s Spa Life event, has opened a retreat in an old oak barn in Wales
2nd Dec 2018
Festive Round-up: A winter wonderland of beauty...
Leaders in marine beauty Thalgo are offering a beauty winter wonderland theme for Christmas 2018
2nd Dec 2018
Festive Round-up: The season for skincare
From mini stocking fillers to luxury skincare and aromatherapy sets, the Germaine de Capuccini gift collection offers something for everyone
2nd Dec 2018
Festive Round-up: Enchanted by Elemis
Gift collections galore from British skincare brand, Elemis
2nd Dec 2018
Festive round-up: Christmas Crackers from OPI
OPI re imagines the classics with Disney’s The Nutcracker and Four Realms
2nd Dec 2018
Festive Round-up: Inspiration from Temple Spa
Temple Spa’s Christmas collection offers gifts for the home, hands, face and body, to name just a few.
2nd Dec 2018
Festive Round-Up: Giving with Gaia
The Gaia Christmas Gift Collection is a handpicked selection of artisan, natural products
30th Nov 2018
One-of-a-kind wellness and lifestyle club has opened in London’s Notting Hill
30th Nov 2018
One in four women have ‘gone without’ to afford a beauty treatment
30th Nov 2018
£200m wellness village for Wales
An outline planning application has been submitted for an innovative Wellness and Life Science Village in Llanelli
30th Nov 2018
Spa for Peru’s Sacred Valley
Mayu Spa has opened at Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba in Peru
29th Nov 2018
Laurie Nicoll Nord and Julio Lamberty have partnered to launch new skincare company
19th Nov 2018
Aghadoe teams up with local palliative care service
The Spa at Aghadoe Heights Hotel has teamed up with local Specialist Palliative Care Service
19th Nov 2018
New from Gerrard International
Gerrard International has introduced Grow by Hair Gain – an all-natural hair growth supplement – to its brand portfolio
19th Nov 2018
New initiative from Weavers’
Weavers’ House Spa is investing in future spa therapists by endorsing the Level 2 technical certificate in beauty therapy course at its local West Suffolk College
19th Nov 2018
Rebecca Holmes: New role at Spa at the Midland
The Spa at the Midland has appointed a new Director of Spa.
19th Nov 2018
Bortolin and Battaglia launch Glowing Flow
Renowned spa consultant Patrizia Bortolin has partnered with body work expert Stefano Battaglia to launch Glowing Flow
19th Nov 2018
CIDESCO has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with India’s Beauty & Wellness Sector Skill Council
12th Nov 2018
Gharieni launches new MLR Select series
Massage bed innovator Gharieni has launched the new MLR Select series of spa tables, which comprises three elegant, highly functional versions.
12th Nov 2018
BC Softwear makes a plastic pledge
From January, BC Softwear will remove individual plastic wrapping from every pair of spa and hotel slippers it sells
12th Nov 2018
The UK Spa Association and ukactive form new membership alliance
12th Nov 2018
Renowned wellness destination Chiva-Som has reopened after a six-month closure
12th Nov 2018
Neom to open Guildford flagship
Neom Organics is to open its fifth Neom Wellbeing Store
12th Nov 2018
World Spa Awards: winner revealed
The world’s finest spa and wellness brands have been crowned
12th Nov 2018
Plastic-stemmed cotton buds next in line for Government crackdown
7th Nov 2018
Festive round-up: Dive into a sea of luxury
Voya offers organic luxury with its seasonal collection
7th Nov 2018
Festive round-up: Seeing stars with SOFRI
SOFRI Energy Cosmetics has released a star-shaped Ampoule set
7th Nov 2018
Festive round-up: Adding sparkle to the season
Sweet Squared reveals all that glitters…
7th Nov 2018
Festive round-up: Rosy cheeks and mistletoe kisses
Hand-blended Christmas sets from Made for Life Organics
7th Nov 2018
Festive round-up: Comfort and Joy
ESPA’s Christmas Collections include a selection of 21 gifts
29th Oct 2018
Michael Sheridan to speak at Spa Life UK
Sheridan&Co is a global retail design agency founded by Michael Sheridan in 1983. As Chairman, Michael has over 40 years experience in the retail design industry.
29th Oct 2018
Wellness is now a $4.2 trillion global industry
The world wellness market grew 12.8 percent in the last two years
29th Oct 2018
Spa group Champneys has acquired Grade II listed Mottram Hall in Cheshire
29th Oct 2018
Bamford announces London flagship
Bamford, the lifestyle and wellness brand, has announced it will open a new flagship destination in London
29th Oct 2018
Cornish salt steam room – a world first
St Michaels Falmouth has unveiled its expansive new spa
29th Oct 2018
LivNordic collaborates with Sauna From Finland
Collaboration designed to create the true sauna experience
29th Oct 2018
Aristi Mountain Resort has added an open-air spa experience
16th Oct 2018
The Spa at Aghadoe Heights has won its 12th Irish Tatler Award
16th Oct 2018
London’s luxury mobile spa, CityLux, has announced a new partnership with Caudalie
16th Oct 2018
Spa goers in the capital spend up to £18 million on deals according to Wowcher
16th Oct 2018
Tourism agency VisitBritain has announced UK will top 40 million inbound visits by the end of the year
16th Oct 2018
Natural Spa Factory has launched a new collection of bath and shower oils, available to enhance treatments and support increasing retail demand for home-spa bathing
16th Oct 2018
Six Senses to debut in Cambodia
Six Senses Krabey Island is scheduled to open in December 2018
16th Oct 2018
Turkish wellness project announced
The KentPlus Yalova Wellness Spa Resort in Turkey is set to open at the end of this year
8th Oct 2018
Skinbreeze launches Blemish Fix
Skinbreeze Blemish Fix named one of eight best products for teens by The Independent
8th Oct 2018
An independently-owned health club and spa in Nottingham has announced plans for an extensive redevelopment programme
8th Oct 2018
Hampshire Spa named ‘Best UK Hotel Spa’ by Condé Nast Traveller
8th Oct 2018
Mavala launches first ever guide for nail care during cancer therapy
8th Oct 2018
Is this the world’s most unusual yoga offering?
Grotta Giusti in Tuscany has launched yoga in a millennial thermal cave with natural therapeutic steam baths
5th Oct 2018
Shelley Hepburn has been appointed as UK head of spa
5th Oct 2018
Algorithmic beauty… the next big thing?
Beauty technologies will take centre stage in 2019 says The Future Laboratory
5th Oct 2018
The Global Wellness Institute has announced an in-depth update of its Global Wellness Economy Monitor will be released in October
4th Oct 2018
Balinese spa opens at Six Senses Uluwatu
Six Senses has opened its newest resort, in Bali, complete with a 12,000sq ft spa
21st Sep 2018
SpaPulse.com a new specialist job listings website dedicated to the spa industry has been launched by Helena Field
18th Sep 2018
Generation digital want sensory products
The spa sector’s younger customers are looking for eclectic, inventive and fun to use products according to Mintel
18th Sep 2018
Thérapie plans 100 new clinics by 2021
Irish brand Thérapie Clinic has outlined plans to open 100 new clinics across England in the next three years
18th Sep 2018
London's Lanesborough partners with the White Company
The exclusive Lanesborough Club & Spa has partnered with the White Company to launch spa and movie nights
18th Sep 2018
Hyatt Hotels has appointed Mia Kyricos as its new senior vice president, global head of wellbeing
18th Sep 2018
Technology has a ‘substantial’ impact on wellness says GWI report and spas are well placed to help
18th Sep 2018
The first images of Carden Park’s new £10m spa have been shared
18th Sep 2018
The creators of Spafest will be holding a one-day confidence camp called Strutfest, specifically aimed at women
6th Sep 2018
French skincare brand launches first range designed for oily and combination skin
6th Sep 2018
The Spa at The Midland debuts new meditation sessions
6th Sep 2018
Sisley appointed to the Langley
The Langley has signed a partnership deal with French brand, Sisley
6th Sep 2018
Comfort Zone launches age-busting facial
New Hormon-Aging (TM) facial from Comfort Zone
6th Sep 2018
Nimue launches 12 week challenge
Nimue’s consumer-facing challenge aims to give clients the confidence to go make-up free
6th Sep 2018
W Hotels opens largest Asian spa
The new W Xi’an in North China is W Hotels’ largest property in Asia Pacific
6th Sep 2018
Spa gift provider, Lasvish has been acquired by a b2b provider of gifts and experiences, Gifted To You
31st Aug 2018
New massage masterclass from Beata Aleksandrowicz
Beata Aleksandrowicz, creator of the Pure Massage Spa Training Method, has brought together her 20 years’ of experience and research to develop a new training masterclass.
31st Aug 2018
New launch from Germaine de Capuccini
Germaine de Capuccini has created a new range of treatment-based make-up products, formulated to provide a perfect, flawless and lasting look.
31st Aug 2018
Celeb favourite lash lift, YUMILashes is rolling out into UK spas. A firm favourite with Harrods Hair & Beauty clients since 2012, Yumi has extended its spa training packages and is offering its signature complete treatment menu to spas across the UK.
31st Aug 2018
Crystal sound baths at the Gainsborough
Gainsborough Bath Spa has launched private Crystal Sound Bath sessions in its new Meditation Cave
22nd Aug 2018
CEO Summit returns to Spa Life
As Europe’s largest professional networking event for senior spa professionals, the Spa Life International Convention is the perfect setting to host to one of the leading discussion forums for the industry, the CEO Summit.
22nd Aug 2018
Global Medi-Spa market growing at pace
The global medical spa market is on track to reach a value of £20,916m by 2025, according to new figures
22nd Aug 2018
The Hard Rock Hotel Davos, which opened in late 2017 in the Swiss Alps, has launched the new Rock Spa
22nd Aug 2018
Massage Company announces third franchisee
Sunny Sachdev will join the membership-based massage franchise with Tunbridge Wells facility.
22nd Aug 2018
Kohler Waters to open in Chicago
Kohler Company has announced plans to expand its spa offering in the US
22nd Aug 2018
Alberta Ferretti to keynote at GWS
Acclaimed fashion designer Alberta Ferretti will deliver a keynote speech at this year's Global Wellness Summit
17th Aug 2018
Thalgo relaunch Exception Marine
Thalgo has relaunched its Exception Ultime range, reformulated to include enhanced ingredients
17th Aug 2018
Armathwaite Hall launches Cancer Touch
The Lake District’s Armathwaite Hall has become the latest to qualify its spa team with the Made For Life Foundation
17th Aug 2018
Green Spa Network, the non-profit trade association, has announced Bonnie Baker as its new board president
17th Aug 2018
Plans revealed for National Spa Week 2018
The UK Spa Association’s annual celebration of the spa industry kicks off in September
17th Aug 2018
An outdoor wellness pop-up is set to open in London this autumn
17th Aug 2018
Virgin Voyages spa plans revealed
Sir Richard Branson’s latest project, Virgin Voyages, has unveiled its first cruise ship, complete with extensive spa facilities
6th Aug 2018
Peppermint Grove launches in Ireland
Irish distributor, Pharmed to launches a new, handmade brand of candles, diffusers and bespoke gift sets
6th Aug 2018
Gregory rises through the ranks at Elemis
Harrison Gregory has been promoted to Elemis Sales Director, UK
6th Aug 2018
Caudalie’s new amenities range
French skincare brand launches first range of amenities for hotels
6th Aug 2018
Alex James appointed at The Langley
Industry veteran Alex James to join The Langley team as spa director
6th Aug 2018
Ireland's Galgorm Resort hosts World Luxury Spa and Restaurant Awards
The 2018 Awards, established as a celebration of ultimate achievement in service excellence, were this year staged by Ireland’s Galgorm Resort and Spa
6th Aug 2018
Plans announced for Denmark's largest spa
Raison d’Etre commissioned to design and implement the largest spa and wellness area in Denmark
30th Jul 2018
Spa Life announces new initiatives for UK Convention 2018
Spa Life UK 2018 will see the return of the CEO Summit plus additional Supplier Showcase presentations
27th Jul 2018
Thwaites Group partners with Caudalie
Thwaites Hotels & Spas has signed a deal that will see French skincare brand Caudalie supply products, treatments and amenities to all of its hotel spas
27th Jul 2018
Liverpool’s Formby Hall Golf Resort & Spa has unveiled multi-million-pound transformation plans
27th Jul 2018
Irish skincare brand voted Organic Brand of the Year 2018 by Natural Health magazine
27th Jul 2018
Family spa at Grand Resort Bad Ragaz
Leading Swiss Alps resort launches spa facilities designed especially for families and children
27th Jul 2018
Le Spa at Hotel George V unveiled
The Parisian Four Seasons Hotel George V has unveiled its new Le Spa, offering a sanctuary of haute couture tailor-made, results-driven treatments
27th Jul 2018
WSW Convention launches ‘situation rooms’
The 2019 World Spa & Wellness Convention will feature ‘situation rooms’, where delegates can get together to solve common business challenges
26th Jul 2018
Triple win for Spa At The Midland
Manchester’s The Spa at The Midland achieves triple success
26th Jul 2018
Ground broken on new £10m Carden Park
Work begins on a privately-owned, new £10m spa in Cheshire
26th Jul 2018
Training Room launches oncology workshop
Spa and beauty academy announces new partnership with Jennifer Young Oncology and Beauty Despite Cancer
26th Jul 2018
Gabriel promoted to president at Elemis
Elemis co-founder, Noella Gabriel, will focus on driving the business in the US in her new role
26th Jul 2018
Estonia launches 'Spa Trail' map
To coincide with its 100th anniversary celebrations, Visit Estonia has launched a spa trail to highlight its best wellness, sauna and spa offerings
25th Jul 2018
British organic skincare brand, ila, has launched its first UK day spa, at its headquarters in the Cotswolds.
25th Jul 2018
University of Derby partners with the London College of Beauty Therapy (LCBT) to launch a new degree programme
25th Jul 2018
Royal Champagne Hotel & Spa to make its debut
Opening this month, the Royal Champagne Hotel & Spa will be Champagne’s first contemporary luxury hotel the French countryside
13th Jul 2018
Global accolade for Hoar Cross Hall
Burton-upon-Trent’s luxury spa resort named ‘Best Spa’ in the Luxury Lifestyle Magazine’s Reader’s Travel Awards
13th Jul 2018
Irish skincare brand VOYA has launched a series of new lines this summer
13th Jul 2018
Aquarias Spa to offer cancer treatments
Whatley Manor joins the growing number of spas offering cancer treatments by introducing a new range from Jennifer Young
13th Jul 2018
Meet mindfully with Mandarin Oriental
New global mindfulness initiative launched by Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group
13th Jul 2018
CIDESCO announces speakers for World Congress
CIDESCO has revealed its line-up of speakers for its ‘Beauty of the Northern Lights†World Congress and Exhibition
6th Jul 2018
New product protects skin from HEV light that can cause photoaging
6th Jul 2018
New site planned for the Massage Company
Franchise-based massage venture to open its second site
6th Jul 2018
Swinton Estate strengthens team
One of the largest privately owned estates in England appoints new MD of hotel, spa and leisure
6th Jul 2018
Green Spa Network partners with WeForest
GSN launches a Tree Planting Initiative with a one million tree goal
6th Jul 2018
Blue World Voyages launches wellness cruises
Ex Canyon Ranch director, Diane Trieste, has announced plans to launch wellness cruises in 2019
6th Jul 2018
New Spa Manager at Adare Manor
Nicole Collins has joined the team at the UK’s only La Mer Spa
6th Jul 2018
Made for Life Foundation unveils plans for SpaFest2018
The two-day event will donate profits to the Made for Life Foundation
2nd Jul 2018
Renovation announced at Sequoia Spa
The Grove Hotel is to spend £300,000 updating its spa and fitness facilities
2nd Jul 2018
New treatment manager for Ramside Spa
Ashleigh Hurson has taken the reins at the Spa at Ramside Hall
2nd Jul 2018
Dermalogica targets spa market
Results-driven skincare brand, Dermalogica, is branching out into the spa industry
2nd Jul 2018
David Harris to manage new Langley Hotel and Spa
The Langley, a Luxury Collection Hotel set to open in Buckinghamshire in late 2018, has appointed David Harris as hotel manager
2nd Jul 2018
American Spa Magazine to continue the Women in Wellness Leadership Conference
26th Jun 2018
Game, set and match for Sothys
SOTHYS Paris has joined forces with tennis’s Caroline Garcia to create the SOTHYS Athletics range
26th Jun 2018
Ramside named 'Hydrotherapy Spa of the Year'
The Spa at Ramside has been named Hydrotherapy Spa of the Year by the Luxury Travel Guide Awards
26th Jun 2018
Wellness for Cancer hosts second roundtabl
The second Wellness for Cancer roundtable event took place at the Mayo Clinic in Minnesota last month
26th Jun 2018
Chiva-Som shuts for renovation
Famed Thai health resort is undergoing the third of four remodelling phases
26th Jun 2018
Callender joins Global Wellness Institute
Tonia Callender has been appointed research fellow at The Global Wellness Institute
17th Jun 2018
NSF offers a new approach to amenities
The Natural Spa Factory is offering spas and hotels a new way to eco-proof their facilitates.
17th Jun 2018
Exclusive new line of luxury linen from BC Softwear
BC Softwear has announced the launch of Pure Spa Linen, a new collection of luxury spa linen for five-star clients.
17th Jun 2018
LivNordic Launches the world’s longest spa break
Viking Cruises has launched a state-of-the-art LivNordic spa to an around-the-world luxury cruise; making it the longest spa break in the world
17th Jun 2018
Blythswood Square named Scotland’s Spa of the Year
Blythswood Square, Glasgow’s only five star spa and hotel, has been named Spa of the Year in Scotland’s LOOK Awards
17th Jun 2018
Six Senses partners with Timeshifter
Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas has partnered with the Timeshifter jet lag app to improve guests’ traveling experiences
14th Jun 2018
The BE You Spa opens in Totnes
Holiday and leisure experience Beyond Escapes has opened in Devon with a luxurious boutique spa
11th Jun 2018
Professional waxing brand, wax:one, has added to its range with the launch of waxing accessories
11th Jun 2018
Thalgo launches Skin Solutions
Thalgo is adding three new products to its Skin Solutions range next month
11th Jun 2018
The Training Room launches Mini Guide
Spa education provider The Training has created an Insider Mini Guide to Training Salon & Spa Staff
11th Jun 2018
Natural Spa Factory has won at the Pure Beauty Global Awards for its Colombian Rush Coffee Scrub
11th Jun 2018
Luxury wellness retreat coming to Cambridge
Gresham House Wellness, a boutique botanical spa, will open in the Gonville Hotel in Cambridge in June
10th Jun 2018
LSB to launch training for cancer treatments
The London School of Beauty has partnered with the Made for Life Foundation to introduce a Cancer Touch Therapy training course
10th Jun 2018
German skincare brand Babor is opening branded spas in Canada and Estonia
7th Jun 2018
On-demand massage provider, Soothe, has named Simon Heyrick as its new CEO
7th Jun 2018
Weed massages and hay bathing are set to be the next ‘big thing’ in wellness according to WGSN report
7th Jun 2018
Crabwall Manor Hotel reveals renovated spa
Crabwall Manor Hotel & Spa in Chester has unveiled its updated spa and fitness facilities
7th Jun 2018
Zara Spa reopens at Mövenpick Dead Sea
The 6,000sq m Zara Spa has reopened following a comprehensive renovation
7th Jun 2018
Harrods replaces Urban Retreat
Harrods is to open an in-house hair and beauty salon, replacing Urban Retreat after 16 years
24th May 2018
The resort includes a nature-focused Spa Village surrounded by jungle
24th May 2018
Shared Beauty Secrets has added a new oil, Clarity, to its range of five existing kokolokahi Body & Bath Oils. A new Clarity massage to help ‘refocus the mind’ has also been developed
24th May 2018
Age-defying sun protection from Guinot
Guinot’s new sun care range offers 13 protecting and repairing products
24th May 2018
Nimue Skin Technology reveals Fader range
Derma-cosmeceutical brand, Nimue, has launched a breakthrough treatment for hyperpigmentation
24th May 2018
Lifehouse Spa partners with Alzheimer’s Society to deliver Dementia Friend training
24th May 2018
The Spa at the Principal opens its doors
The first spa in Scotland to offer Oskia treatments opens this month in Edinburgh’s Charlotte Square
4th May 2018
Armathwaite Hall nominated for two awards
The Lake District’s renowned Armathwaite Hall hotel has also been nominated for a Cumbria Tourism Award and a Luxury Travel Guide Award
4th May 2018
Gold Collagen launches Defence
Minerva Research Labs, creators of Gold Collagen liquid beauty supplements, brings Gold Collagen Defence tablets to market
4th May 2018
Natural Spa Factory launches 'I Am Man'
Natural Spa Factory has devised a series of spa treatments dedicated to male well being
4th May 2018
Vinoble Cosmetics adds three new countries to its international portfolio
4th May 2018
World Spa and Wellness awards return for 2019
Entries are open for the 2019 World Spa and Wellness awards
4th May 2018
Elemis to launch in Elivi Spa Skiathos
The Elivi Spa at the Elivi Skiathos in Greece will open in June
4th May 2018
Can you spot and eco-fake product?
Scrummi Spa has found there are a number of single-use towels on the market that are claiming to be eco-friendly when they actually contain plastic
25th Apr 2018
Germaine de Capuccini launches Sperience
Germaine de Capuccini launches a new range of individualised treatments and products
25th Apr 2018
Titanic Spa launches a personalised treatment room
Yorkshire’s award-winning eco-spa, The Titanic Spa, is moving away from the traditional ‘one size fits all’ approach
25th Apr 2018
CIDESCO launches individual qualifications
The World Standard for Beauty and Spa Therapy is catering to market demand by launching its first set of individual certificates
25th Apr 2018
Lightening the load at BC Softwear
BC Softwear bolsters its team with two new appointments
25th Apr 2018
WTA introduces new ‘glossary of terms’
Newly-founded Travel Association launches Glossary of Industry Terms to help define standards for the wellness industry
25th Apr 2018
Tracey Smith brings Ashmira Botanica to the spa market
23rd Apr 2018
The Business of Wellness will be the focus of this year’s Global Wellness Summit
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