NEW YORK, May 02, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Estée Lauder announces an exclusive partnership with Hacienda AltaGracia, Auberge Resorts Collection in Costa Rica, debuting its first Skin Longevity Institute in the Americas within the resort’s world-renowned Casa de Agua Spa. Located adjacent to one of the world’s five "Blue Zones," regions recognized for their high concentration of centenarians, Hacienda AltaGracia offers a transformative journey grounded in trusted longevity practices. The experience-led programming and immersive treatments are designed to awaken vitality, restore balance, and reconnect guests with the simple joys of life inspired by the resort’s natural surroundings.
Anchored by more than 15 years of skin longevity research, the Estée Lauder Skin Longevity Institute at Hacienda AltaGracia offers guests a uniquely immersive experience that fuses luxury Re-Nutriv skincare powered cutting-edge Skin Longevity science.
"We couldn’t be more excited for the opening of the Estée Lauder Skin Longevity Institute at Hacienda AltaGracia. When we launched our Skin Longevity platform here more than a year ago, we knew that it was just the beginning," said Justin Boxford, Global Brand President, Estée Lauder. "Hacienda AltaGracia is truly a place unlike any other, honoring the rich local culture and lifestyle practices while providing guests with unparalleled luxury experiences and high-touch service, both of which are at the heart of the Estée Lauder brand. Through exclusive age reversal skincare treatments and holistic wellness activations, the Skin Longevity Institute will provide the ultimate elevated Estée Lauder experience for guests, all inspired by our expertise in skin longevity science."
"At Hacienda AltaGracia, we are constantly exploring meaningful ways to support our guests on their personal journey toward living well," said Vivianne Garcia-Tunon, Vice President of Wellbeing, Auberge Resorts Collection. "The launch of the Estée Lauder Skin Longevity Institute at Hacienda AltaGracia represents an exciting evolution of our immersive well-being programming—seamlessly integrating advanced skincare, science-backed longevity practices, and the restorative power of our natural surroundings. This partnership offers our guests a truly unique opportunity to feel vibrant, nurtured, and inspired."
Exclusive to Hacienda AltaGracia, Estée Lauder has added three new Re-Nutriv facial treatments to its existing offerings, combining the brand’s patented SIRTIVITY-LP™ age reversal technology with rare, precious ingredients and high-touch rituals. Each treatment is designed to deliver exceptional, customized results, while bringing the brand’s Skin Longevity philosophy to life through a fully immersive, multi-sensorial journey. In addition to the facial treatments, estheticians will utilize the EstéeLab Skin Pro, the brand’s most elevated skin diagnostic, to analyze skin and develop a customized facial protocol for guests.
Throughout the partnership, Hacienda AltaGracia will host top wellness practitioners for onsite residences, offering customized programming grounded in longevity principles. For the May opening of the Skin Longevity Institute, two members of Estée Lauder’s Longevity Collective will be in residence at Hacienda AltaGracia:
Manjit Devgun, Mind Coach and Mindful Movement Practitioner will host sessions tailored to unlocking new depths of longevity and well-being through energetic healing modalities, rejuvenating breathwork and mindful movement. Manjit also created a custom meditation that will be incorporated into the beginning of each Re-Nutriv treatment at the Skin Longevity Institute.
Crystal Greene, renowned esthetician and Estée Lauder Global Re-Nutriv Skincare Ambassador, will provide bespoke treatments that combine luxury Re-Nutriv skincare with her signature facial techniques to deliver the ultimate transformative experience for guests.
Additional residencies will be announced in the coming months.
Estée Lauder is the flagship brand of The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. Founded by Estée Lauder, one of the world’s first female entrepreneurs, the brand today continues her legacy of creating the most innovative, sophisticated, high-performance skincare and makeup products and iconic fragrances – all infused with a deep understanding of women’s needs and desires. Today, Estée Lauder engages with women in over 150 countries around the world and at dozens of touch points – from in-store to digital. And each of these relationships consistently reflects Estée’s powerful and authentic point of view.
About Hacienda AltaGracia, Auberge Resorts Collection
Hacienda AltaGracia, Auberge Resorts Collection’s first Central American property, is tucked away in the lush mountains of Pérez Zeledón in the southern region of Costa Rica. Originally conceived and developed as a family retreat and coffee farm, the luxury resort features 50 spacious hacienda-style casitas. Expansive patios and terraces offer seclusion and exploration; stunning window walls bring the surrounding nature indoors; immersive adventures and holistic wellness experiences that entice disconnection and invite connection to the local community. The property offers 180 acres of untamed rainforest featuring a coffee farm and vegetable garden that provide AltaGracia’s dining destinations with the incredible flora and fauna of the region while providing seasonal cuisine that stimulates the explorer in each of us. Casa de Agua, Wellbeing by Auberge, is the resort’s wellness sanctuary, guiding guests on a transformative journey rooted in a deep connection to Mother Earth and the healing traditions of the Blue Zones. Featuring curated programs led by world-renowned wellness practitioners, this expansive space is designed for profound renewal and restoration. Amenities include a panoramic pool and equine stables featuring breed horses for all skill levels. In keeping with the rich heritage of Costa Rica, Hacienda AltaGracia offers a dynamic roster of activities deeply rooted in discovering the undiscovered including ultralight flight tours showcasing the Nauyaca waterfalls, ocean and valleys from the resort’s own private landing strip.
For more information about Hacienda AltaGracia, Auberge Resorts Collection please visit altagracia.aubergeresorts.com.
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About Auberge Resorts Collection
Auberge Resorts Collection is a portfolio of extraordinary hotels, resorts, residences, and private clubs. While each property is unique, all share a crafted approach to luxury and bring the soul of the locale to life through captivating design, exceptional cuisine, innovative spas, and gracious yet unobtrusive service. With 30 one-of-a-kind hotels and resorts, Auberge invites guests to create unforgettable stories in some of the world’s most desirable destinations. Auberge Resorts Collection is part of The Friedkin Group.
