Follow Health Club Management on Twitter Like Health Club Management on Facebook Join the discussion with Health Club Management on LinkedIn
FITNESS, HEALTH, WELLNESS

Latest news

Promotion: featured supplier news

Meet Desert Therapy: Aromatherapy Associates' first new blend in seven years

Desert Therapy offered a different kind of inspiration. I drew on the vastness and tranquillity of desert landscapes to establish a sense of reflection and restoration.
– Luke Taylor, master blender, Aromatherapy Associates
Credit: Aromatherapy Associates

There is a particular quality of stillness found only in the desert. Not silence, but something deeper. A vastness that quiets the mind and draws you inward, stripping back everything unnecessary until only the essential remains. It is a landscape that has called to seekers and healers for thousands of years – and it called to Aromatherapy Associates.

Desert Therapy distils more than four decades of aromatherapy expertise into a single, deeply grounding blend of more than 50 essential oils, anchored by three of the natural world's most revered botanicals:

  • Frankincense, harvested from trees that grow in near-impossible conditions
  • Oud, one of the rarest aromatic materials on earth 
  • Sandalwood, rooted, enduring and timelessly calming

"Desert Therapy offered a different kind of inspiration," says Luke Taylor, master blender for Aromatherapy Associates. "I drew on the vastness and tranquillity of desert landscapes to establish a sense of reflection and restoration. It was rewarding to develop and true to the therapeutic benefits at the heart of my work."

The retail collection spans a Bath and Shower Oil, Body Oil and Pure Essential Oil, each designed to bring that sense of stillness into everyday rituals and giving guests a way to carry the experience home.

For spa partners, three immersive treatments bring the blend to life in full.

The Desert Ember Body Massage moves guests from deep meditative stillness, warmed by thermabliss stones that melt muscular tension, through to the gradual golden light of a desert sunrise. 
 
The Desert Alchemy Body Treatment is a head-to-toe ritual of mineral exfoliation, warming body mask and scalp, facial and foot work. It restores radiance and calm in equal measure. 
 
The Desert Sculpt Facial Massage completes the trio of therapies, using myofascial release and sculpting massage to ease tension and leave skin visibly lifted and refreshed.

Sourcing integrity underpins the entire blend and collection. The Oud is plantation-grown under full CITES traceability, the Sandalwood comes from an indigenous-owned Australian supplier that replants at twice the rate of harvest, and the Frankincense is certified organic, distilled using renewable energy through direct partnerships with multi-generational harvesting families in Somaliland.

Discover Desert Therapy for yourself. For treatment and retail enquiries, contact Aromatherapy Associates at www.aromatherapyassociates.com/pages/become-a-partner

Company Details
Aromatherapy Associates Ltd
Aromatherapy Associates is a world-leading British wellness brand that has pioneered the transformative power of essential oils since 1985. Hand-blended in London using 100% natural, ethically sourced ingredients, their award-winning products and treatments support physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. Proudly B Corp Certified, the brand combines heritage, sustainability, and luxury. From the iconic Bath & Shower Oils to cutting-edge Psychodermatology facials and the Atomiser Connect diffuser, Aromatherapy Associates delivers innovative solutions with exceptional results. Trusted by spas globally, the brand provides bespoke treatments, expert training, and tailored business support to address wellbeing needs like sleep, stress relief, and emotional balance.
Address
No 6, Great West Trading Estate, Great West Road, Brentford, Middlesex TW8 9DN
Telephone
+44 (0)20 8569 7030
Related news

Aromatherapy Associates creates new Calm Confidence at-home ritual

22 May 2026
Aromatherapy Associates has developed an aromatherapy ritual using its Calm Confidence blend, designed to ease ...

Aromatherapy Associates introduces Warming De-Stress Muscle Gel and treatment for recovery

27 Feb 2026
Recovery-focused treatments are gaining momentum across spa and wellness as guests look for experiences that ...

What's next for Aromatherapy Associates?

03 Feb 2026
For forty years, Aromatherapy Associates has shaped the way the spa world experiences essential oils. ...
There is a particular quality of stillness found only in the desert.
2026/THUMB-IMG-20260519-121948-9990.jpg
Latest News
In response to customer demand, Gymnation has unveiled a muscle thobe and ghutra range for ...
Latest News
Italian Exhibition Group – the organiser behind industry events Dubai Active and Dubai Muscle Show ...
Latest News

Private investment company Franchise Equity Partners has acquired Bravo Fit, the Planet Fitness ...

Latest News

Midtown Athletic Club has launched a new community tennis initiative honouring the legacy ...

Latest News
Fitness First UK has raised the bar with its latest refurbishment, in Highbury, London, as ...
Latest News
TLee Spas and Wellness has revealed the design for a wellness destination concept for AI ...
Latest News

Urban Gym Group has entered the Irish market with the acquisition of Iconic ...

Latest News

Total Fitness has released new research revealing how the expectations and motivations of ...

HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Social fitness the missing link to member engagement, according to a new Myzone report
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Third Space partnered with IndigoFitness to deliver a bespoke training space for its new club at The Whiteley
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Greg Bradley looks at the shift towards strength training in gyms and advises on how operators can create the ultimate training environment
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
David Lloyd is stepping up its commitment to women’s health as it continues to explore what fit-for-purpose looks like for the female population
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
HCM People

Shaun Grove

Owner, Stride Fitness
My goal was to invest in where fitness is going, not where it’s already been
HCM magazine
Would you stop selling memberships to prevent your club getting overcrowded? How do you strike the balance between maximising profits and prioritising the member experience? Kath Hudson talks to the experts
HCM magazine
A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
HCM magazine
We’ve reduced the level of council investment over the last three years by 40 per cent and increased our turnover by 9 per cent
Opinion
promotion
Strength training has moved from the margins to the mainstream.
Opinion: Building smarter strength spaces for today’s operators
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Introducing a new era of Nautilus Leverage
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility differentiation and long-term commercial success.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Legends never die: four legends, four philosophies of life
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage of RiminiWellness 2026: Phil Heath, Lee Haney, Ronnie Coleman and Hany Rambod.
Company profiles
Company profile: Alliance Leisure
The company’s core business is the provision of facility development and support for local authorities, ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Sprung Gym Flooring
Sprung Gym Flooring a trusted brand who specialise in high-performance, durable, non-slip rubber gym flooring, ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Technogym press release: Technogym's pop-up stores in the most exclusive destinations this summer
From Porto Cervo and Ibiza, to Bodrum and Porto Montenegro, Technogym brings together Italian design, connected fitness, AI-powered innovation and personalised Wellness experiences.
Featured press releases
Alliance Leisure press release: Battersea Park Sports Ground refurbishment complete for Wandsworth Council
Alliance Leisure has successfully completed the refurbishment of the all-weather sports ground at Battersea Park for Wandsworth Council, securing the future of one of London's most valued community sports facilities.
Directory
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Spa and beauty equipment
Oakworks Inc: Spa and beauty equipment
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Property & Tenders
Stratford, East London.
Lee Valley Regional Park Authority
Property & Tenders
Y Felinheli, LL56 4QN
Newmark
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
21-24 Sep 2026
The Langham Huntington Pasadena , Pasadena, United States
Diary dates
28-29 Sep 2026
Grand Ballroom, METT Singapore, Singapore
Diary dates
06-08 Oct 2026
Messe Stuttgart, Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
22-22 Oct 2026
QEII Conference Centre, London,
Diary dates
29-31 Oct 2026
Impact Exhibition & Convention Center Bangkok,Thailand, Bangkok, Thailand
Diary dates
29-31 Oct 2026
IMPACT Exhibition Center, Bangkok, Thailand , Bangkok, Thailand
Diary dates
14-15 Nov 2026
The Kromhouthal , Amsterdam, Netherlands
Diary dates
26-29 Oct 2027
Koelnmesse Exhibition Centre, Cologne, Germany
Diary dates

Latest news

Promotion: featured supplier news

Meet Desert Therapy: Aromatherapy Associates' first new blend in seven years

Desert Therapy offered a different kind of inspiration. I drew on the vastness and tranquillity of desert landscapes to establish a sense of reflection and restoration.
– Luke Taylor, master blender, Aromatherapy Associates
Credit: Aromatherapy Associates

There is a particular quality of stillness found only in the desert. Not silence, but something deeper. A vastness that quiets the mind and draws you inward, stripping back everything unnecessary until only the essential remains. It is a landscape that has called to seekers and healers for thousands of years – and it called to Aromatherapy Associates.

Desert Therapy distils more than four decades of aromatherapy expertise into a single, deeply grounding blend of more than 50 essential oils, anchored by three of the natural world's most revered botanicals:

  • Frankincense, harvested from trees that grow in near-impossible conditions
  • Oud, one of the rarest aromatic materials on earth 
  • Sandalwood, rooted, enduring and timelessly calming

"Desert Therapy offered a different kind of inspiration," says Luke Taylor, master blender for Aromatherapy Associates. "I drew on the vastness and tranquillity of desert landscapes to establish a sense of reflection and restoration. It was rewarding to develop and true to the therapeutic benefits at the heart of my work."

The retail collection spans a Bath and Shower Oil, Body Oil and Pure Essential Oil, each designed to bring that sense of stillness into everyday rituals and giving guests a way to carry the experience home.

For spa partners, three immersive treatments bring the blend to life in full.

The Desert Ember Body Massage moves guests from deep meditative stillness, warmed by thermabliss stones that melt muscular tension, through to the gradual golden light of a desert sunrise. 
 
The Desert Alchemy Body Treatment is a head-to-toe ritual of mineral exfoliation, warming body mask and scalp, facial and foot work. It restores radiance and calm in equal measure. 
 
The Desert Sculpt Facial Massage completes the trio of therapies, using myofascial release and sculpting massage to ease tension and leave skin visibly lifted and refreshed.

Sourcing integrity underpins the entire blend and collection. The Oud is plantation-grown under full CITES traceability, the Sandalwood comes from an indigenous-owned Australian supplier that replants at twice the rate of harvest, and the Frankincense is certified organic, distilled using renewable energy through direct partnerships with multi-generational harvesting families in Somaliland.

Discover Desert Therapy for yourself. For treatment and retail enquiries, contact Aromatherapy Associates at www.aromatherapyassociates.com/pages/become-a-partner

Company Details
Aromatherapy Associates Ltd
Aromatherapy Associates is a world-leading British wellness brand that has pioneered the transformative power of essential oils since 1985. Hand-blended in London using 100% natural, ethically sourced ingredients, their award-winning products and treatments support physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. Proudly B Corp Certified, the brand combines heritage, sustainability, and luxury. From the iconic Bath & Shower Oils to cutting-edge Psychodermatology facials and the Atomiser Connect diffuser, Aromatherapy Associates delivers innovative solutions with exceptional results. Trusted by spas globally, the brand provides bespoke treatments, expert training, and tailored business support to address wellbeing needs like sleep, stress relief, and emotional balance.
Address
No 6, Great West Trading Estate, Great West Road, Brentford, Middlesex TW8 9DN
Telephone
+44 (0)20 8569 7030
Related news

Aromatherapy Associates creates new Calm Confidence at-home ritual

22 May 2026
Aromatherapy Associates has developed an aromatherapy ritual using its Calm Confidence blend, designed to ease ...

Aromatherapy Associates introduces Warming De-Stress Muscle Gel and treatment for recovery

27 Feb 2026
Recovery-focused treatments are gaining momentum across spa and wellness as guests look for experiences that ...

What's next for Aromatherapy Associates?

03 Feb 2026
For forty years, Aromatherapy Associates has shaped the way the spa world experiences essential oils. ...
There is a particular quality of stillness found only in the desert.
2026/THUMB-IMG-20260519-121948-9990.jpg

Latest news

In response to customer demand, Gymnation has unveiled a muscle thobe and ghutra range for
Italian Exhibition Group – the organiser behind industry events Dubai Active and Dubai Muscle Show

Private investment company Franchise Equity Partners has acquired Bravo Fit, the Planet Fitness

Midtown Athletic Club has launched a new community tennis initiative honouring the legacy

Fitness First UK has raised the bar with its latest refurbishment, in Highbury, London, as
TLee Spas and Wellness has revealed the design for a wellness destination concept for AI
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage

Urban Gym Group has entered the Irish market with the acquisition of Iconic

Total Fitness has released new research revealing how the expectations and motivations of

Wattbike has announced a new integration with EGYM, which enables the bikes to contribute to
Les Mills has launched a reformer Pilates workout. The 45-minute workout blends traditional reformer movements
The inaugural HCM Invest event has opened applications for pitching slots ahead of its launch
Girls in the UK are missing out on 280 million hours of sport every year
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
According to research which tracked more than 147,000 people for 30 years, 90-120 minutes of
Everlast Gyms expands its footprint outside of the UK this month with the imminent launch
The UK's four Chief Medical Officers have published a refreshed edition of  Physical activity guidelines:
Places Leisure has exchanged contracts to build and operate a flagship £60m water and wellness
The Republic of Ireland will become the latest market in PureGym’s expanding international portfolio, with
Sophie Lawler, CEO of Total Fitness, has launched a leadership coaching business aimed at helping
Anytime Fitness reaches a milestone this week with the launch of its 6000th site. The
The £33.9 million Leighton Leisure and Community Centre has opened in Leighton Buzzard, UK, creating
1 - 20 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Social fitness the missing link to member engagement, according to a new Myzone report
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Third Space partnered with IndigoFitness to deliver a bespoke training space for its new club at The Whiteley
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Greg Bradley looks at the shift towards strength training in gyms and advises on how operators can create the ultimate training environment
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
David Lloyd is stepping up its commitment to women’s health as it continues to explore what fit-for-purpose looks like for the female population
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
HCM People

Shaun Grove

Owner, Stride Fitness
My goal was to invest in where fitness is going, not where it’s already been
HCM magazine
Would you stop selling memberships to prevent your club getting overcrowded? How do you strike the balance between maximising profits and prioritising the member experience? Kath Hudson talks to the experts
HCM magazine
A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
HCM magazine
We’ve reduced the level of council investment over the last three years by 40 per cent and increased our turnover by 9 per cent
HCM magazine
New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
HCM magazine
The new CEO of UK Active talks to HCM about the gym-curious and why he believes the sector can double in size by the end of the next decade
HCM magazine
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you. Write to [email protected]
HCM magazine
People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
HCM magazine
Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
HCM magazine
Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
HCM magazine
Opinion
promotion
Strength training has moved from the margins to the mainstream.
Opinion: Building smarter strength spaces for today’s operators
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Introducing a new era of Nautilus Leverage
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility differentiation and long-term commercial success.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Legends never die: four legends, four philosophies of life
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage of RiminiWellness 2026: Phil Heath, Lee Haney, Ronnie Coleman and Hany Rambod.
Company profiles
Company profile: Alliance Leisure
The company’s core business is the provision of facility development and support for local authorities, ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Sprung Gym Flooring
Sprung Gym Flooring a trusted brand who specialise in high-performance, durable, non-slip rubber gym flooring, ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Technogym press release: Technogym's pop-up stores in the most exclusive destinations this summer
From Porto Cervo and Ibiza, to Bodrum and Porto Montenegro, Technogym brings together Italian design, connected fitness, AI-powered innovation and personalised Wellness experiences.
Featured press releases
Alliance Leisure press release: Battersea Park Sports Ground refurbishment complete for Wandsworth Council
Alliance Leisure has successfully completed the refurbishment of the all-weather sports ground at Battersea Park for Wandsworth Council, securing the future of one of London's most valued community sports facilities.
Directory
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Spa and beauty equipment
Oakworks Inc: Spa and beauty equipment
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Property & Tenders
Stratford, East London.
Lee Valley Regional Park Authority
Property & Tenders
Y Felinheli, LL56 4QN
Newmark
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
21-24 Sep 2026
The Langham Huntington Pasadena , Pasadena, United States
Diary dates
28-29 Sep 2026
Grand Ballroom, METT Singapore, Singapore
Diary dates
06-08 Oct 2026
Messe Stuttgart, Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
22-22 Oct 2026
QEII Conference Centre, London,
Diary dates
29-31 Oct 2026
Impact Exhibition & Convention Center Bangkok,Thailand, Bangkok, Thailand
Diary dates
29-31 Oct 2026
IMPACT Exhibition Center, Bangkok, Thailand , Bangkok, Thailand
Diary dates
14-15 Nov 2026
The Kromhouthal , Amsterdam, Netherlands
Diary dates
26-29 Oct 2027
Koelnmesse Exhibition Centre, Cologne, Germany
Diary dates
Search news, features & products:
Find a supplier:
Partner sites