Pulse June 2019 | Page 65

sound off do you ever Wonder how your this month’s question: peers would handle a situation? Maybe you’re curious what other leaders in the spa industry have to say on a certain subject. In sound Off, we ask ISPA members from differing backgrounds, countries and companies the same question and see how their answers compare. What’s the biggest change you’ve seen in spa since entering the industry? shannon chaPPelle kristina russ gloria ah sam lindsay eBBin CEO & Founder spa chapelle Spa Manager the spa at Pronghorn Director of Spa and Wellness the kahala hotel and resort C0-Founder/President make up factory “The spa has shifted from a luxury to a necessity. Women especially are using self-care as an agent for change. i’ve been in the spa industry for over 24 years now and i have never been so inspired to provide a space that brings people back to their true nature.” “The use of cBD in spas, along with more options for skin care products. Skin care lines have increased tremendously and the available conferences and platforms to learn about them have increased.” “Educated guests! Guests don’t take things for granted any more. They read product ingredients, ask about product sourcing, are familiar with various types of massage and facial techniques, and they support local initia- tives.” “Spas are more open to boutique-type beauty products that compliment or enhance the existing product assortments that they have carried for years.” n jUnE ■ PULSE 2019 63