Wellness & Spa

MIAMI – November 10, 2026 -- Acqualina Resort & Residences in Sunny Isles Beach has launched an exclusive collection with Italian brand Back Wellnesswear, with pieces priced from $115 to $450 and sold at the Acqualina Spa Boutique. The resort is now Back Wellnesswear's exclusive Miami partner, and every piece was designed specifically for the property.

About 20 styles for women and men

The Acqualina edition includes approximately 20 styles, drawn mainly from Back Wellnesswear's Performance line. The fabric is 80 percent Supima cotton and 20 percent elastane, which puts breathable cotton against the skin while the elastane allows movement. The resort pitches it as athleisure that works from the fitness studio to a morning beach run and onto the flight home.

Chicago – October 06, 2026 -- DelNova, Inc. has introduced SECCO, a patent-pending aluminum-free deodorant developed by its new personal care division, DelNaturals, and backed by dermatologist Dr. Kathy Fields.

The product targets a specific gap in the market: natural deodorants that mask odor but fail to meaningfully reduce sweat. SECCO uses a proprietary, plant-sourced ingredient blend designed to inhibit perspiration at its source, without relying on aluminum or metal salts, the ingredients found in most conventional antiperspirants.

The formulation traces back to DelNova's biopharma research

DelNova is a clinical-stage biopharma company, and the sweat-inhibition science behind SECCO originated from that broader technology platform. The deodorant marks the company's first consumer-facing product and the first commercial output of DelNaturals, the division created to apply that research to premium personal care.

Plantation, Fla. – October 05, 2026 -- Marriott International Caribbean & Latin America has won top honors at the 2026 World Spa Awards, with properties recognized in Grand Cayman, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands and Mexico.

Four properties claimed country-level top spa titles

The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Grand Cayman was named Cayman Islands' Best Resort Spa 2026, located at the Caribbean's first and only Forbes Travel Guide Triple Five-Star resort on Seven Mile Beach. The spa pairs in-house consultations with treatments from 111SKIN and ESPA, alongside vibroacoustic wellness beds that combine soundscapes with body-based relaxation.

Orlando, FL – October 02, 2026 -- Essential oils company dōTERRA welcomed more than 10,000 attendees, in person and virtually, to its 2026 Global Convention, "Imagine," held September 23 to 26 in Orlando, Florida. It marked the first time in company history the annual event took place outside Salt Lake City.

The four-day gathering brought together Wellness Advocates to celebrate achievements, learn about the company's Natural Intelligence approach, and connect as a global community.

A Recognition Gala Opened the Week Before a Mass Service Project

The convention began with a Recognition Gala honoring the year's top performers. Attendees then took part in a Healing Hands Service Project, assembling more than 12,000 Days for Girls Kits destined for communities worldwide, including Orlando itself.

Costa Mesa, Calif. – October 01, 2026 -- Perspire Sauna Studio has launched a free Fall Ritual Challenge running October 1 through October 31, 2026, inviting guests and members to complete eight sauna sessions for a chance to win a curated Sauna Essentials Kit.

Members complete eight sessions during October to qualify for the prize

Participants can join through the Perspire 2.0 App, the studio microsite, or in person at a studio with staff help. The challenge is open to all Perspire guests and members, and sessions can be completed at any participating Perspire location. Members who finish eight sessions and share their journey can submit their story through the Fall Ritual Challenge submission form for a chance to win the kit, with winners randomly selected and contacted by a Perspire representative in November.

Los Angeles – September 30, 2026 -- Comfytemp has launched what it calls the market's first electric heating patch designed specifically for period cramps, giving women a reusable, wearable alternative to bulky heating pads and single-use disposable patches.

The patch targets the lower abdomen and lower back with electric warmth

The compact device delivers targeted heat to areas commonly associated with menstrual discomfort. Unlike traditional heating pads, which require users to stay near an outlet or remain in one position, the patch is built for movement.

It aims to solve the portability-versus-reusability tradeoff

Disposable menstrual heating patches let users move freely but must be replaced after each use. Comfytemp's version combines that portability with electric heating technology in a reusable format, letting women wear it during work, commuting, travel, or exercise.

Oceanside, Calif. – September 30, 2026 -- GUNNAR Optiks has launched the Ojai Vision Recovery System, a $99 wearable designed to help screen-heavy users decompress in a single 10-minute session, available now at GUNNAR.com and select retail partners.

The device combines heat, compression and vibration in a foldable mask

Ojai delivers rhythmic air compression around the eyes, gentle heat at approximately 43°C (109°F), and vibration across five customizable recovery modes. It includes built-in Bluetooth audio for music, podcasts or guided relaxation, and a full-blackout design meant to block ambient light entirely. The unit folds for storage and recharges for repeat use at home, in the office or while traveling.

Seoul – September 27, 2026 -- South Korean functional healthcare brand PAINSTUDY Inc. has launched a new line of muscle and joint patches aimed at consumers who want to manage everyday physical discomfort without visiting a clinic.

The patches target fatigue from work, exercise, and outdoor activity

PAINSTUDY designed the products for people dealing with muscle and joint strain from routine daily settings, according to the company. The patch format lets users apply the product without extra devices or steps, fitting into ordinary schedules.

Development relied on customer feedback from existing products

The company says the new line reflects input gathered from users of its earlier products, combined with its own product development experience. PAINSTUDY states it applied quality-controlled ingredients and ergonomic design to improve safety and adhesion.

Scottsdale – September 23, 2026 -- Massage Envy is expanding Hydrafacial treatments to more of its participating franchised locations across the U.S., giving members and guests broader access to the popular skin care treatment.

Two treatment options target different time budgets and skin goals

Participating locations now offer a 30-minute Signature Treatment that cleanses, exfoliates, extracts impurities and hydrates skin in one session. A 60-minute Deluxe Treatment adds a targeted booster and LED light therapy for a more customized experience.

Both treatments use patented Vortex-Fusion technology and can be personalized with add-ons targeting fine lines, uneven tone, reduced firmness or dullness, with options covering the eyes, lips, neck and décolleté.

Stamford, Conn. – September 22, 2026 -- NIVEA has launched a new body lotion, Smooth & Glow Body Milk, priced starting at $5.99 and now available nationwide on TikTok Shop, Amazon, Walmart, Walgreens and CVS.

The formula absorbs within seconds and promises 72 hours of moisture

The ultra-light body milk is designed for normal to dry skin, immediately smoothing rough texture while delivering long-lasting hydration. It's enriched with Niacinamide, Hyaluronic Acid and a Deep Nourishing Serum blend, and comes in a 6.7 fl. oz. tube. The product is dermatologically tested for skin compatibility.