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Behind the scenes at the parties, launches and events in the world of beauty, aesthetics, spa and nails

SOTHYS 80TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION

SOFITEL LONDON ST JAMES

French spa skincare brand Sothys held an event at Sofitel London St James, where PB’s senior content writer Josie Jackson joined Sothys’ key salon and spa accounts to celebrate 80 years of the brand. Hosted across the hotel’s elegant Rose Lounge, The Hive and The Spa, the event took guests on a journey through the world of Sothys.

Sothys’ partners and industry guests spent the afternoon celebrating the heritage, innovation and professional expertise that have shaped the French skincare brand since its foundation in Paris in 1946. The Sothys UK & Ireland team was joined by special guest Isabelle Villey, training director at Sothys Paris, who shared insights into the brand’s history and its continuing commitment to advanced professional skincare, treatment protocols and sensorial experiences.

The occasion also recognised the achievements of Sothys partner salons and spas through a special awards presentation, celebrating the expertise, dedication and client experiences delivered across the Sothys network.

EVOLVE ORGANIC BEAUTY SPA LAUNCH

THE NICI NEW FOREST, LYMINGTON

Deputy editor Ellen Cummings joined Evolve Organic Beauty for an overnight stay at The Nici New Forest to celebrate the skincare brand’s launch into the newly renovated hotel spa.

During the stay, Ellen experienced a foot ritual followed by Evolve’s 90-minute Custom Blend Massage, which combined personalised body oils and aromatherapy for a tailored treatment. There was also time to explore The Nici Spa and its facilities, including an indoor pool, hydrotherapy pool, sauna, steam room and ice room.

In the evening, guests joined Evolve founder Laura Rudoe for dinner at Martha’s, The Nici’s produce-led restaurant, where they learned more about the brand and its spa treatments. The following morning began with a Stretch & Rise class before breakfast at the relaxed Elms Café. The overnight experience offered an introduction to the new partnership, bringing Evolve’s botanical-led skincare and aromatherapy together with The Nici’s contemporary approach to spa, hospitality and wellbeing.