Eric Litman, CEO of New Yorkbased lifestyle robotics company Aescape, has announced he'll be starting a new company called Healthspanners to focus on improving healthspan.
After eight years with Litman at the helm of the company, Aescape’s automated massage technology is now located in more than 100 locations operated by brands such as Equinox, Four Seasons, Life Time and Marriott.
During his time at Aescape, Litman has been tracking his own health and learning how to make improvements.
In a social media post, he said he's in the best shape of his life at 52 – better even than at 35.
Litman says he shared his findings with athletes, founders and investors and came to the conclusion that health
optimisation is a lonely business of figuring out one’s own biological constraints and requirements.
Healthspanners is designed to offer the solution, a curated health optimisation programme for small groups, led by a clinical team with expertise in longevity therapeutics.
The membership will provide quarterly programming and the protocol will start with an assessment of more than 200 baseline biomarkers. Members will be part of a tightly-knit community to make sustained improvements.
The 20th anniversary edition will be in Phuket
■ Litman has been tracking his own health and making adjustments
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Ana Goldstein-Kogan joins TLee Spas as senior architect and wellness designer
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TLee Spas and Wellness has appointed Ana Goldstein-Kogan as senior architect and wellness designer.
Goldstein-Kogan will lead the design of spa and wellness facilities, including the schematic design and construction documentation phases, complete with architectural drawings and plans.
She will translate wellness philosophies tied to thermal bathing, hydrothermal therapies and holistic treatment modalities and create spatial solutions across TLee Spas’ projects, tailoring them to meet luxury hospitality standards.
With more than two decades of design and project management
As we expand globally, we need a leader who can strengthen our competitive position
Evan Kwee, vice chair, Capella Hotel Group
I’m eager to bring my architectural expertise to projects that set new standards
Ana Goldstein-Kogan
experience, she will lead the internal design team as well as working directly with clients, operators, architects and brand partners.
In addition to advising on sustainable practices, aesthetically appropriate materials and finishes, Goldstein-Kogan will deliver technically sound, specialised wellness environments that integrate larger projects and mixed-use developments.
Goldstein-Kogan said: “I’m honoured to join the team at TLee Spas and Wellness. I’m eager to bring my architectural expertise to projects that push boundaries and set new standards in spa and wellness design.”
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Evan Kwee announces Roland Fasel as new president of Capella Hotel Group
Capella Hotel Group has announced Roland Fasel will become president in April.
Founded in Singapore, Capella Hotel Group has two luxury brands: Capella Hotels and Resorts and Patina Hotels and Resorts.
Fasel, who has 30 years’ experience in international luxury hospitality, will spearhead the group’s global expansion with the aim of doubling the current portfolio of 12 hotels by 2030.
Fasel will be leaving his role as group COO at Maybourne Hotel
Group to take up the new post. Prior to that, he spent six years as COO at Aman Resorts, where he oversaw the opening of properties including Amanyangyun in China, Aman Kyoto in Japan and Aman New York.
Evan Kwee, vice chair of Capella Hotel Group, said: “Roland brings the rare combination of strategic vision and operational expertise to lead Capella Hotel Group through its next chapter of growth."
Capella has openings planned for the Middle East and Europe.
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In reality, we do not only sleep with our brain: we also sleep with our gut
Claire Borwin, naturopath
Claire Borwin leads sleep nutrition retreat in France
Hôtel Crillon Le Brave has announced it has partnered with dietitian-nutritionist and naturopath Claire Borwin to offer a diet-focused sleep retreat, among a series of holistic programmes planned at the Provençal property in France.
For one day, on 25 April, guests will explore the relationship between nutrition, the nervous system and quality rest. The events will take place at the property’s Maison Tilleul, an atelier for culinary workshops and retreats.
Borwin will lead gentle breathing exercises, discussions on chronobiology and workshops on how to prepare calming dishes to fuel better sleep. Guests will also discover herbal remedies, have wellness treatments and take part in a silent walk through the village to promote rest.
Borwin told Spa Business: “Sleep is not only a matter of evening ritual: it’s a matter of physiology.”
Global Wellness Summit
The GWS has revealed the host property in Thailand for its 20th anniversary event
Capsix and Earthlite
Robot massage company
Capsix partners with equipment manufacturer Earthlite for autonomous spa solutions
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Cancer and exercise
The latest data confirms movement can really help cancer patients, says Prof Anna Campbell
Halcyon spa days
SLS Barcelona debuts cenoteinspired Halcyon Spa in Spain
Spa town splendour
Helen Andrews reports from the new spa at The Francis Hotel in Bath, UK
Culture of Bathe-ing
Lisa Starr attends US sauna festival with backing from Therme Group
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GWS picks Angsana Laguna Phuket resort for 20th event
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has announced the 20th anniversary edition of the event will take place at Angsana Laguna Phuket in Thailand between 10-13 November 2026.
The five-star resort is located 18km away from Phuket Airport.
This location will enable delegates to easily experience the country’s rich mix of wellness experiences.
The summit organisers have also revealed the co-chairs who will be shaping the agenda for this edition of the event.
Hong-Kong-based Cathy Feliciano-Chon, managing partner of FINN Partners Greater
China, is a communications and strategy firm specialising in travel, hospitality and lifestyle brands.
Jiří Dvořák, professor emeritus of neurology at the University of Zurich is a co-founder and executive senior advisor to BDMS Wellness Clinic in Bangkok.
Jessica Jesse, founder, CEO and creative director of BudhaGirl and now the creator of Zen Collective is also involved, as is Pongsadhorn Pokpermdee, director-general of the Department of Thai Traditional and Alternative Medicine at Thailand’s Ministry of Public Health.
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Champneys debuts at Gran Marbella Resort in Spain
This partnership sets the standard for our development pipeline
Jeroen Nettekoven, GM of Gran Marbella Resort and Beach Club
Champneys has opened its first European property in decades at the 135-key Gran Marbella Resort Beach Club, which debuted in Q2 last year on Real de Saragoza beach in Spain.
The resort is owned and operated by Iconic Hotels and Resorts.
The spa has six treatment rooms, including one double suite. Champneys will manage the spa.
There is an extensive thermal spa circuit which includes a cold water pool (15ºC), a hot tub, traditional sauna, Turkish bath, experience showers and a cold water bucket
The global wellness and longevity movement must be grounded in science
Jiří Dvořák, GWS 2026 co-chair
plunge. The thermal circuit is anchored by two swimming pools. One measures 19sq m and features pressure jets and a counter-turbine system. The other 39.9sq m pool is an ambient temperature and is designed for gentle exercise and relaxation.
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■ The 20th GWS will have four co-chairs
■ The spa has a range of hydrotherapy experiences
Virgin plans Marrakech wellness property
Virgin Limited Edition, a brand by Virgin Hotels Collection, has announced it will open a new hotel just outside Marrakech, Morocco, with extensive wellness facilities.
The project will include residences, although details of these have not yet been revealed.
Construction has already begun on the 37-key hotel, which is being developed as part of an agreement between Virgin and local real estate developer Sazanes Immobilier.
The new hotel will accept bookings from September this year, for stays in DEVELOPMENT
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Earthlite and Capsix partner for AI massage
Spa equipment and treatment table manufacturer Earthlite has partnered with French robot massage technology company Capsix to co-develop and distribute integrated autonomous wellness experiences.
The aim is to bring these new technologies to a broader global market, meeting demand for touchless and accessible treatments in spa, hospitality and fitness environments.
Earthlite says consumers are looking for convenient, reliable and hygienic health experiences.
Earthlite will be the exclusive distribution partner for Capsix’s
Morocco has an incredible heritage of hospitality
Joe Margison, CEO of Virgin Hotels Collection
the first 22 rooms in Q1 of 2027. The final 15 will be delivered in Q1 of 2028.
The wellness offering at the new property will include a traditional Moroccan hammam, a swimming pool, yoga, pilates and horse riding.
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iYU robot massage system in North America, Mexico and the Caribbean.
The two companies will co-develop integrated turnkey autonomous massage solutions.
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If we match people to properly qualified support, movement becomes a lifeline, not a privilege
Anna Campbell, director, CanRehab
Cancer and movement
Movement matters after a cancer diagnosis, says clinical exercise scientist
I’ve spent more than twenty-five years working in the field of exercise oncology. My research started when a breast cancer nurse asked me if it was correct to tell her patients to stay in bed as much as possible throughout their chemotherapy treatment.
We developed studies to see if 'rest is best' and the answer was clear. For most people, it’s both possible and helpful to keep moving right from diagnosis onwards, with a strong positive impact on cancer-related fatigue often being the biggest reason to start.
■ Keeping movement up from diagnosis onwards is helpful
What’s changed over the past two decades is the sheer weight of evidence in favour of this approach. The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) consensus work shows that around 30 minutes of aerobic exercise three times per week plus two weekly bouts of strength and some flexibility and balance exercises can reduce anxiety, depression, fatigue and improve quality of life and physical function in most people living with and beyond cancer. Recent research goes further, showing exercise can mitigate complex treatment-related adverse effects such as cardiotoxicity, chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy symptoms, cognitive impairment and breathlessness, while also improving sleep, wellbeing, overall quality of life and even a person's tolerance to cancer treatments.
Landmark research
In 2025, came the results of a study that the field has waited years for. A large clinical trial found that colorectal cancer patients, randomised to a structured, supported exercise programme after
their chemotherapy treatment, had a significantly reduced risk of their cancer coming back and a reduced risk of cancer death compared to those patients who were only provided with health-education materials. This implies that getting or staying active after a cancer diagnosis is not just a nice to have but should be part of a person's cancer care package.
Globally, there are close to 20 million new cases of cancer each year and worldwide there are almost 54 million people living with cancer. Many are older, juggling other longterm conditions, living with treatment side effects and facing barriers that stop movement from being simple such as travel, cost, fear, pain, fatigue and low confidence. Inclusion of physical activity into cancer care requires logistics, pathways and staff confidence.
CanRehab training
That’s why CanRehab, an international provider of specialised training in exercise oncology for health and wellness professionals, has developed Cancer
The course looks at how to design programmes for dignity and without making people feel 'othered'
Confidence training, which will launch in Q3. This is because the person who shapes a client’s experience might be at reception, in the spa or on the gym floor. This course is designed to make teams cancer-friendly – skilled in communication and able to ask the basic, appropriate safety questions without prying or panicking. The course looks at how to design programmes for dignity, such as private changing options, somewhere to sit, flexible scheduling and staff who know how to adapt without making a guest feel 'othered'.
Crucially, it also identifies gaps in staff knowledge and when they need to seek more training and refer a client on to the appropriate specialist. If we match people to properly qualified support and meet them where they are, movement becomes a lifeline, not a privilege. ● More: www.canrehab.com
■ CanRehab's Cancer Confidence training will launch in Q3
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From the immersive design and thermal journey to our partnership with Barcelonaborn skincare innovator
Sepai,
every element has been conceived with intention
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Halcyon spa days
Marina-front resort SLS Barcelona reveals a new spa inspired by the di erent ways light is a ected by water
The urban marina-front resort, SLS Barcelona, has revealed its Halcyon Spa at Port Fòrum in Barcelona, Spain.
The 471-key hotel, which opened in May last year, was designed by Rockwell Group with architecture by b720 Fermín Vázquez Arquitectos and food-andbeverage interiors by AvroKO.
The spa's design
The Halcyon spa’s design is inspired by the different ways light is affected by water. Guests arrive in a bright reception area before immersing themselves in darker spaces. Beyond the reception, the journey begins by walking through a blue tunnel featuring translucent panels that shimmer like the sea.
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■ Guests enter the spa's brightly-lit reception before transitioning to darker spaces
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■ There is a cenoteinspired pool with a cave-like atmosphere
Halcyon Spa brings a new energy to SLS Barcelona, completing our vision of the property as a true waterfront urban resort
The spa has four treatment rooms, including a double suite with a private hot tub.
There is also a relaxation room and a circuit of saunas and steamrooms. The thermal facilities are by Starpool. The focal point is a marble platform, set beneath an illuminated ceiling. A cenote-inspired pool offers a cave-like atmosphere, complete with a rain-effect waterfall and digital backdrop for a cinematic experience.
Treatments and experiences
Treatments will be delivered in partnership with Barcelona-founded skincare brand Sepai. The brand is known for its results-driven formulas.
The menu of body and facial treatments includes a combined multisensory face and body experience combining reparative
skincare, aromatherapy, music and fluid massage techniques to reset the senses. This therapy is called Ray of Light.
A 30-minute facial called The Fast and The Fabulous claims to offer camera-ready radiance before events.
The spa also offers experiences for people with an additional guest, including a Shine then Dine offer – which is a two-person treatment followed by a gourmet dinner, served in the same space.
Pedro Catarino, wellness manager at SLS Barcelona, told Spa Business: “Halcyon Spa brings a new energy to SLS Barcelona, completing our vision of the property as a true waterfront urban resort. Guests come to SLS for a sense of occasion and the spa extends that moment with a unique wellness experience.” ●
■ The thermal area's focal point is a circular marble platform beneath an illuminated ceiling
Our thermal experience suite o ers a multi-sensory journey unlike anything else currently available in the city
Shaun Bowles, GM of The Francis Hotel
Newly inspired
Helen Andrews reports from The Francis Hotel in Bath, which has revamped its interiors and added a spa, complete with a private thermal suite
The Francis Hotel has opened its spa following a £14 million (US$17.8 million, €16.4 million) renovation of the entire property, which is located in a Georgian landmark building in the spa city of Bath, UK.
The 98-key hotel, which is owned and run by Sutton Hotel Collection, has revamped interiors throughout, including the addition of a new Michelin Guide-listed restaurant called Emberwood.
Just under £1 million (US$1.3 million, €1.2 million) of the funds
was spent on the addition of the subterranean spa, which features three treatment rooms – one of which can be used for couples’ treatments. The spa uses beds by Living Earth Crafts, while Theragun massage technology will be used to enhance treatments.
The spa’s relaxation lounge is warm and inviting with glass French doors that allow natural daylight to flood the space. The decoration has a Georgian-era feel, in a nod to celebrated author, Jane Austen, who stayed in the square in 1799. Guests can walk through the French doors to the spa courtyard, which has tables and chairs for light refreshments.
THERMAL EXPERIENCE
There is also a private thermal experience suite with an Espuro Foam Steam Bath by Klafs, an experience shower by Aquaform and an in-built heated bench for guests to relax on.
This space will be used to o er self-guided spa experiences for two, lasting 45 minutes and costing £115 (US$146, €134) o -peak and £125 (US$159, €146) at peak times.
Sarah Morris, head of spa operations, said guests will be able to press a button to generate the foam – which can reach heights of 130cm.
Face and body therapies are delivered in partnership with sensory botanical brand Gaia Skincare (which also provides amenities throughout the hotel) and results-driven company QMS Medicosmetics.
Spa software is provided by Trybe and BC Softwear is supplying linens.
Shaun Bowles, GM of The Francis Hotel, told Spa Business: “As a city renowned worldwide for its natural spa waters and centuries-old bathing culture, Bath has always been synonymous with wellbeing. Our
■ Spa consultant Paula Perkins worked on the project
thermal experience suite is immersive and cutting-edge, o ering a multisensory journey unlike anything else currently available in the city.”
FIRST PERSON
I visited the property to experience the reimagined facilities that have been designed by 3DReid with project management by DFDM and spa consultancy by Paula Perkins. At the hotel, the sta were very welcoming. My room was large, but the green walls and design gave it
■ The £14 million renovation to the Georgian landmark building is now complete
The addition of this brand-new facility allows us to introduce a highly personalised wellness experience
a cosy atmosphere. I arrived at the spa as the team were completing the finishing touches. A tour of the facilities made it clear the beautifullytiled thermal suite doesn’t occupy a huge amount of the spa’s footprint and it’s just the right size for a regular turnover of private rituals. My treatment was the 90-minute Calming Journey by Gaia, which started with a beautiful foot scrub ritual as the therapist asked me about skin sensitivities and desired pressure. This cleansing experience
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featured a number of grounding holds, which I found very soothing.
On the treatment table, the massage began, to a peaceful soundtrack. The protocol encompassed an unhurried massage of my back, neck and shoulders with room for personalisation where the therapist encountered tension. The slow strokes and varying pressures combined to create a sense that this therapy was designed to take time and promote relaxation.
I turned onto my back to receive an Indian head massage and facial. The holds used during the facial with a hot
Bath has always been synonymous with wellbeing. Our new spa has been created to honour that legacy
towel were unusual and comforting. I felt as though my nervous system had been given a reset and that the £170 (US$216, €198) fee for this service was entirely justified.
After an afternoon of relaxation, I had dinner in the Michelin Guidelisted restaurant, Emberwood.
The overnight stay was extremely comfortable, ending in the morning with a breakfast bu et with a variety of options. The sta made a huge contribution to my experience and I look forward to returning in the future. ●
The spa and Michelin Guidelisted restaurant Emberwood are new additions to the property ALL PHOTOS FRANCIS HOTEL, BATH
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Gathering on the chilly banks of the East River watching chunks of ice float by was certainly a memorable experience
Lisa
Starr, host, StarrCast Podcast and founder, Wynne Business
NYC celebrates sauna
Lisa Starr attended the Culture of Bathe-ing festival in New York City
Therme Group has created a splash in New York City, US, by hosting a firstof-its-kind three-week sauna festival called The Culture of Bathe-ing. And what better time than the chill of February to stage a sauna festival on the Brooklyn waterfront!
Located at Domino Park, in the shadow of the Williamsburg Bridge, the festival featured over 15 unique sauna installations, guided sessions and cold plunges to introduce the locals to a European-style social bathing experience.
Culture of Bathe-ing was planned as both a thermal destination and a cultural experience that brings international bathing traditions, contemporary art, performance and social connection together in one public festival. The event aimed to normalise public, communal and therapeutic sweating, blending it with social interaction and artistic expression.
Prior to the public festival was a three-day meetup for bathing industry professionals, including sauna/bathhouse owners and operators from all over the world, called The Gathering, with over 100 in attendance.
Programming
The festival’s cultural programming was curated in partnership with Pioneer Works, a Brooklyn cultural institution known for experimental art, performance and community activation. The festival-specific programming, entitled Hot Bodies, went beyond aufguss rituals to include more than 1,000 live performances, artist talks, author performances, sound
■ Festival guests saw poetry performances, DJ sets and aufguss rituals inside the
journeys, meditation sessions and immersive experiences among the thermal spaces.
The experience
Therme expected several thousand guests to attend over the course of the festival. Tickets could be purchased online and attendees entered through an indoor staging area where they collected robes and sandals. They could change into bathing attire in locker rooms. From there, it was a cold but short walk outside to the festival area, where guests had their choice of saunas to warm up in. After making the rounds of various sauna options, they could regroup in a large clear-sided tent with light snacks and occasional entertainment, before heading out for another session.
The event was well-organised, with plenty of staff to provide directions and guidance, especially for any sauna novices.
This type of large scale public event in New York, as in most cities, required extensive coordination, permits, safety reviews,
Cultural programming was curated in partnership with Pioneer Works, a cultural institution known for experimental art, performance and community activation
structural approvals and health protocols. It also represented a significant investment in infrastructure, safety and production design. However, judging from the large crowds who were encouraged to combat modern urban isolation by sweating together, the social benefits of communal bathing were on full display.
Therme is not currently planning a city centre facility here, but the company was keen to introduce sauna bathing to New York City's highly curious, wellness-oriented audience, expecially as sauna culture gains momentum in North America.
Gathering on the chilly banks of the East River at night in a 60-seater sauna, watching chunks of ice float by was certainly a memorable experience. ●
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RETHINKING RECOVERY IN SPORTS
Snow is an engaging and holistic way to cool down after sports
Cold has long played a central role in athletic recovery. From cryotherapy to ice baths, it’s widely used in elite sports to reduce inflammation and support faster recovery.
But this is no longer reserved for professionals. Whether for elite competitors or anyone finishing a tough workout, the need for rest, repair, and readiness is universal. As recovery science evolves, so does the use of cold – shifting from strictly clinical methods toward more holistic, full-body experiences that support both physical and mental wellbeing. Snow introduces this new approach, making the cool-down phase easier, more engaging and accessible across all levels of sport.
COLD AS EXPERIENCE
Unlike the shock of ice baths or the sterile feel of cryo chambers, snow-based recovery – such as in a snowroom – offers a calm environment, delivering cold in a soft, multi-sensory way that feels natural and intuitive.
“There are well-recognised cold therapies such as cryochambers and ice baths,” says
Dr Stephen Lewis, team doctor for Chelsea Football Club. “But the snowroom is something different. It merges the physiological effects of cold with a more holistic experience – there’s a beautiful, calming aesthetic to it.”
Indoor snow environments make the cold tactile, visual, and gentle. Rather than overwhelming the body, they invite gradual cooling that resonates with the nervous system, easing it into rest and recalibration.
HOW SNOW AIDS RECOVERY
After intense effort, the body experiences micro-trauma in the form of muscle fibre tears, as well as temporary inflammation and the accumulation of metabolic waste.
These are normal parts of the adaptation process, but can also be the sources of fatigue and soreness.
Cold exposure can help support recovery by gently lowering tissue temperature and moderating bloodflow. It may also help maintain neuromuscular function and movement quality after exercise.
A 2023 report, commissioned by TechnoAlpin Indoor, and published by the University of Trento
Time
Snow improves sleep, supports recovery and builds
Dr Stephen Lewis
team spirit
in collaboration with the CERISM, Research Centre at the University of Verona, reviewed 13 systematic reviews and 18 studies from the last decade. It confirmed that cryotherapy is more effective for post-exercise recovery than passive rest, especially after match-type exertion.
Whole-body cryotherapy often outperforms Cold-Water Immersion, though comparisons with passive cooling methods, such as snow remain limited. These findings highlight both the proven biology of cold and the need for more user-friendly delivery methods.
Snow stands out for its gentle, even cooling. Instead of shocking the body, it introduces cold gradually, making it accessible for more people and easier and more pleasurable to integrate into regular recovery routines.
“Snow preserves muscle function by limiting inflammation and reducing creatine kinase levels,” notes Lewis. “Players feel less sore, less tired and more prepared to perform again.”
MENTAL AND SOCIAL RECOVERY
In high-performance environments, recovery must also include mental regeneration –calming the nervous system, improving mood and supporting quality sleep. Cold environments stimulate dopamine and endorphin release, enhance emotional balance, reduce stress and promote better sleep – vital whether you’re preparing for the next match or your next workout.
Snowrooms play a unique role here. They’re immersive rather than isolating, activating the senses in a gentle way that encourages a parasympathetic, restorative state. They also function as social spaces, as – unlike the solitude of cryo chambers, or the discomfort of ice baths – snowrooms invite conversation, shared rituals and moments of connection that support team cohesion and motivation.
“You can’t underestimate the mental aspect,” says Lewis. “Cold improves sleep, supports emotional recovery and helps build a sense of team spirit.”
FROM ELITE TO EVERYDAY
The biological effects of cold recovery are universal, whether you’re playing in the Premier League or returning to the gym after work.
The University of Trento and Verona’s report confirms that cold recovery is especially helpful in high-intensity and intermittent sports, though responses vary based on activity type and technique, reinforcing the need for personalised, user-centric recovery strategies.
Ultimately, accessibility and comfort matter. Snow-based recovery transforms cold exposure from something clinical into something experiential, multi-sensory and inclusive.
As wellness becomes integrated into sport, cold recovery is being reimagined. Across elite and everyday fitness, snow creates space for the body to heal, the mind to reset and teams or individuals to reconnect, restoring them for whatever comes next. l More: www.indoor.technoalpin.com
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Suppliers tell Spa Business insider about their latest product, design and technology launches
■ Amra's Molecules of Sleep range is prescribed to guests to restore homeostatic balance and support sleep
Amra Skincare develops Amra Chrononight sleep programme for spas
Amra Skincare has launched a sleep treatment programme called Amra Chrononight for spas, integrating tailored science-driven protocols and active ingredients
The programme is a threestep system, created to deliver meaningful improvements to sleep health in spa and wellness settings. It has been designed by Amra Skincare’s founder and CEO, Sue Jones, who has completed a master's degree in sleep medicine and a postgraduate diploma in insomnia,
circadian rhythm disturbances and hypersomnia in adults.
The first step is an initial 90-minute Biography of Sleep consultation. This is a detailed assessment to identify unique biological and lifestyle sleep factors.
The company’s Molecules of Sleep skincare range, which has been clinically researched, is then prescribed to restore homeostatic balance and support natural sleep cycles.
The final and third step in the programme is the personalised Chrononight treatment programme,
■ Sue Jones, founder and CEO, Amra Skincare
generated from the consultation. The recommendations include physical massage therapy and guided neurological sleep therapies derived from cognitive behavioural therapy for insomnia (CBT-I).
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Innermost launches daily greens supplement The Greens Blend
Functional supplement
brand Innermost has created a daily greens supplement called The Greens Blend, designed to provide digestive support and a comprehensive range of micronutrients.
The single-serve supplement combines extracts from 25 fibre-
■ Shivraj Bassi, founder and CEO of Innermost
rich foods and plants for diversity, as well as probiotics, prebiotics and digestive enzymes.
One sachet is added to water for a quick drink, or it can be added to a smoothie.
The blend, which comes in a natural peach flavour, is designed for daily use.
A box of 30 individual sachets costs £29.95 (US$38, €35).
“We introduced The Greens Blend after seeing a clear gap between greens products that look impressive on paper and those designed to support everyday nutritional adequacy in a meaningful way,” Shivraj Bassi, founder and CEO of Innermost, told Spa Business.
Prism Light Pod debuts fitted massage table pad
Prism Light Pod has revamped its whole-body red light therapy portfolio with the introduction of the Prism Light Pad FMT (For Massage Tables).
The new format is designed to fit precisely around massage tables manufactured by Lemi, Oakworks, Gharieni Group and Living Earth Crafts.
Integrating with spa infrastructure in this way provides operators with a way to offer clients a “premium cellular wellness experience” without the investment required for a standalone red light bed, according to the company.
The brand's existing red light therapy pad, has been upgraded and is now called Prism Light Pad Gen-2.
■ The blend comes in a natural peach flavour and is designed for daily use
“Our goal was to create a green blend that people could take consistently, without friction, as part of a long-term approach to health rather than a short-term fix.”
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■ The new pad can fit over premium treatment beds
The light is now 20 per cent more irradiant than the original version. Prism Light Pod’s founder, Karl Chen, said: “We’ve always believed that cellular wellness should be as practical as it is powerful.”
Obagi Medical has increased its retail opportunities now that its liquid exfoliator, Clenziderm MD Pore Therapy, is available in the UK without a prescription.
The BHA toner features two per cent salicylic acid to reduce blemishes, target acne-causing bacteria, control excess sebum and unclog pores.
The product’s solvent system has been reformulated to meet updated cosmetic classification standards while maintaining its clinical efficacy.
Simone Shoffman, clinical and education director at medical aesthetic products distributor HealthXchange, told Spa Business: "Spas can more easily recommend and retail this professional-strength solution, giving patients access to a trusted blemish and oilcontrol treatment they can continue at home."
The product is designed to be used after cleansing, by applying a thin layer of the solution to the skin
■ The product's solvent system has been reformulated
with a cotton pad. Designed for normal to oily skin, it is advised to start using the product once daily to avoid dryness, before increasing frequency of use as required. The product is not washed off. The toner retails for £49.50 (US$63, €58).
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Grown Alchemist adds body treatments to existing facial menu
Skincare company Grown Alchemist has developed three body treatments to join its existing facial therapy menu for the first time.
Designed as technique-driven and results-focused, the brand sees these treatments as the next
■ Emily Nunn
step in its mission to offer total skin health and benefits for the body and nervous system alike.
Each 60-minute protocol will use techniques such as lymphatic drainage, myofascial release and sculpting massages in combination with its plant-powered formulas.
Emily Nunn, education and training manager for Grown Alchemist, said: “We’re passionate about these body treatments as the next step in our skin journeys. They’re designed for anyone who is feeling mentally overloaded.”
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■ Grown Alchemist is known for its technique-driven facial therapies
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