Rosewood Introduces Sense

Rosewood Mayakobá features the company's first Sense, a Rosewood Spa.

Rosewood Hotels & Resorts debuted Sense, a Rosewood Spa, as the first launch of its new spa brand that will be found at several Rosewood resorts throughout the world. "When you think about where the concept came from, it was sort of a natural progression for Rosewood," says Bob Boulogne, COO of Rosewood Hotels & Resorts, who points out that the company currently boasts several properties with award-winning spas and that there was a company-wide desire to unify the brand. "We really wanted to expand on the concept that we build our hotels around, which is to create a spa that respects the indigenous nature of where it's located."

Although each spa will incorporate Rosewood protocols and rituals, the Rosewood philosophy of a sense of place will guide every element of the spa experience. Each spa will be designed to enhance the guest experience by reflecting the environment with treatments and services that honor local traditions in healing and feature indigenous natural elements. The recently opened Rosewood Mayakobá offers the first Sense spa in the portfolio. Up next will be Sense outposts at Rosewood Little Dix Bay (B.V.I.) and The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel (New York City). Additionally, Sense will soon be a fixture at select up-and-coming properties in the Rosewood collection, such as Rosewood Dubai (U.A.E.), Rosewood Sand Hill (Menlo Park, CA), and Rosewood Telluride (CO), all of which open in 2009, as well as Rosewood Costa Carmel (Costa Rica), which opens in 2010.

Guinot Launches Academy Training Program

Guinot Institut Paris is taking estheticians to the next level with the new Guinot Academy Training program of advanced classes. For expert Guinot estheticians who have taken the Basic Curriculum classes, the continuing Master classes will offer additional knowledge about the company's newest skincare products, research, technology, and treatments. One class, Galvanic and High Frequency Treatments: Secrets of Deep Cleansing, will focus on the theory behind galvanic currents and its effects on skin anatomy. Understanding Skincare Ingredients will teach estheticians about the active ingredients in Guinot treatments, including the latest to treat acne, and at-home products. Both classes will be offered two times a month at the Guinot Institut (New York City) and will include the principles as well as hands-on demonstrations for estheticians to learn how to better serve their clients.

SANIJET Partners with Universal Companies

Universal Companies, a distributor of spa equipment, products, and resources, has forged a partnership with SANIJET, a manufacturer of spa baths, footbaths, and pedicure chairs. SANIJET is known for its healthy and hygienic bath systems and pipeless hydrotherapy design. Universal is planning to market SANIJET's technology and expand both companies. "We are very excited to be working with SANIJET," says Marti Morenings, CEO and founder of Universal Companies. "The addition of their brand to Universal Companies's 2008 Spa Resource Book greatly enhances our ability to offer our customers the very best hydrotherapy equipment available."

Cina Professionals Introduces New Nail Art DVD

Cina Professionals's new instructional DVD offers nail technicians step-by-step information on the latest nail art techniques and sales tips to increase business. DVD instructional features include sculpting with nail art, decorating nails with rhinestones and decals, and sculpting with gels. In addition, nail expert Elaine Watson offers viewers advice for easily using the nail art. It is available in English and Spanish.