Light, Heat & Relaxation: Discover the Gharieni I Dome

At Galgorm, guests can experience the future of skincare with the ELEMIS BIOTEC Facial - an advanced, results-driven treatment designed to deliver immediate, visible results. Combining cutting-edge technology with powerful active ingredients, this intelligent facial works to visibly lift, brighten, hydrate and rejuvenate the skin, while still offering a deeply relaxing experience.

Unlike traditional facials, the ELEMIS BIOTEC Facial is fully tailored to the skin’s individual needs, targeting concerns such as visible signs of ageing, dehydration, congestion and dullness through a combination of advanced skincare technologies.

Deep Cleanse & Glow

The treatment begins with Ultrasonic Technology, which uses gentle ultrasonic waves to deeply cleanse and exfoliate the skin. This helps clear pores, remove dull dead skin cells and reveal a brighter, smoother complexion with an instant glow. Gentle yet effective, it is suitable even for sensitive skin.

Lift, Tone & Firm

Microcurrent Technology works to visibly lift, tone and sculpt the facial contours using gentle microcurrents. Often described as a non-invasive facelift, this technology helps support collagen and elastin production, leaving skin looking firmer, smoother and more youthful over time.

Deep Nourishment & Balance

Using Galvanic Technology, professional grade serums are encouraged to penetrate deeper into the skin where active ingredients can work more effectively. This also helps draw out impurities, leaving the complexion feeling balanced, refreshed and deeply nourished.

Repair & Restore

LED Light Therapy targets multiple skin concerns at once to help strengthen and restore the skin.

Red light helps stimulate collagen to improve firmness and soften the appearance of fine lines, while blue light helps reduce breakouts and congestion. Near-infrared light works deeper within the skin to support repair and reduce inflammation, helping reveal a clearer, healthier-looking complexion.

Cool, Calm & Refresh

Cryotherapy delivers an instant cooling effect to help calm redness, reduce puffiness and tighten pores. The skin feels refreshed, smoother and revitalised, while the complexion appears brighter and more refined.

The Ultimate Glow Finish

To complete the treatment, Oxygen Therapy helps energise and deeply hydrate the skin while enhancing the absorption of targeted serums. The result is a complexion that looks plump, radiant and healthy, with superficial lines softened and skin visibly glowing.

No two skins are the same, which is why every ELEMIS BIOTEC Facial at Galgorm is expertly tailored to individual skin concerns, whether the focus is lifting and firming, calming and hydration, or achieving a brighter, more radiant complexion.

Combining advanced skincare technology with hands-on expertise, the ELEMIS BIOTEC Facial delivers visible, long lasting results for skin that looks refreshed, sculpted and revitalised.

Discover the next generation of skincare with the ELEMIS BIOTEC Facial at Galgorm.

ELEMIS Brings its iconic Skin Spa Airstream to Ireland for the first time – Hosted Exclusively at Galgorm

Luxury skincare brand ELEMIS visits Ireland this August as its iconic Skin Spa Airstream arrives in Ireland for the very first time. The award-winning Galgorm will host this exclusive pop-up experience from Wednesday 27th to Sunday 31st August, marking a major milestone for beauty and wellness fans across the island.

Fresh from a high-profile appearance at the British Grand Prix, the ELEMIS Skin Spa Airstream will make a special pit stop at Galgorm to coincide with the Black Desert NI Legends Event. The activation will bring ELEMIS’ renowned high-tech, high-touch expertise to guests in a unique, luxury mobile spa setting - all against the vibrant backdrop of championship golf.

Visitors will have the chance to step inside the sleek Airstream and enjoy:

Expert Skin Analysis: Using a HD Skin Diagnostic Camera to analyse your complexion’s unique needs, an ELEMIS Skin Specialist will create a personalised skincare prescription.

Express Touch Treatment: Combining expert touch with innovative skincare and CryoGlobes to calm and sculpt, this facial will leave you feeling instantly revitalised.

Express Tech Treatment: This restorative treatment includes high-tech LED light therapy while binaural sound frequencies are played through headphones to relax and rejuvenate.

Each 15-minute treatment is priced at £25 and fully redeemable against any product purchase on the day, giving guests the perfect opportunity to try and take home their ideal ELEMIS products.

With over 30 years of expertise, ELEMIS blends the best of science, nature, and skin wisdom, delivering visible results for millions of clients worldwide. In 2023, the brand achieved B Corp certification, highlighting its dedication to using business as a force for good.

“This is the first time the ELEMIS Skin Spa Airstream has visited Ireland, and we are thrilled to be hosting it here at Galgorm,” said Tara Moore, Head of Spa Operations at Galgorm Collection.  “It’s an unforgettable way for guests to experience world-class skincare in an entirely new setting.”

Event Details:

Location: Galgorm, 200 Galgorm Rd, Ballymena BT42 1HL

Dates: Wednesday 27th – Sunday 31st August 2025

Times: 10am – 5pm daily

20 - 22 April 2026 | Galgorm Resort, Northern Ireland

The British Sauna Society is delighted to announce the return of the UK Aufguss Championships to the award-winning Galgorm Resort, taking place from 20–22 April 2026. This marks the second time the championships will be hosted at Galgorm, following a highly successful debut in 2024.

For 2026, the championship format expands in an exciting new direction, with the introduction of the Modern Classic Aufguss category, in addition to the existing Performance Aufguss Single and Team competitions.

This expanded format reflects the rapid growth of Aufguss across the UK and internationally, while opening the door to both established and emerging Sauna Masters to showcase a wider spectrum of creative, technical, and traditional skills.

Two paths, one championship

In Performance Aufguss, Singles and Teams will deliver immersive, theatrical sauna rituals combining choreography, music, storytelling, and advanced heat and aroma craftsmanship. Winners will go on to represent the UK at the Aufguss World Championships Finals at Satama Sauna Resort in September 2026. Runners-up will qualify for the Play-Offs at Thermen Bussloo in August 2026, offering a further route to the world stage.

New for the UK in 2026, the Modern Classic Aufguss category celebrates the roots of the discipline, focusing on traditional technique, ritual structure, and refined heat distribution. The winner of this category will qualify for the World Finals at Farris Bad later in 2026.

Both competitions will be judged by an international jury of certified Aufguss experts, ensuring the highest standards of fairness, professionalism, and alignment with global best practice.

“The introduction of the Modern Classic category alongside Performance Aufguss represents a huge step forward for Aufguss in the UK. It allows us to honour tradition while celebrating innovation, giving Sauna Masters at all levels the opportunity to grow, refine their craft, and compete internationally. We are thrilled to return to Galgorm, a resort that truly understands and supports authentic sauna culture.”

— Deborah Carr, UK Aufguss Lead, British Sauna Society

A destination event for guests and competitors

The combined format is expected to bring fresh energy and depth to the championships, creating a compelling experience for spectators and spa guests, while providing a richer competitive platform for Sauna Masters at every stage of their journey. Alongside the competition itself, visitors can expect a vibrant atmosphere celebrating contemporary sauna culture, ritual, and wellbeing.

Crucially for competitors, the 2026 championships will also feature attractive cash prizes, adding further incentive for ambitious Sauna Masters to step onto the national stage and test themselves against the UK’s best.

“The UK Aufguss Championships are always an incredible experience, and Galgorm is a fantastic setting for such a high-energy and creative competition. It’s a really fun event to be part of, with an amazing atmosphere, and as reigning UK champion, I’m really looking forward to returning, defending the title, and seeing what the next wave of Sauna Masters brings to the competition.”

— Zak Moore, Reigning UK Aufguss Champion

A valuable business investment for saunas and spas

The championships also highlight the wider value of investing in Aufguss within spa and wellbeing businesses. Spas that actively sponsor and support their teams to train and compete consistently report significant commercial and cultural returns. Investment in high-quality sauna ritual programmes has been shown to drive stronger member retention, increased guest satisfaction, and deeper engagement with thermal spa offerings — reinforcing sauna as both a cultural centrepiece and a powerful business asset.

“We are delighted to welcome the UK Aufguss Championships back to Galgorm in 2026 and to once again host the British Sauna Society within our Thermal Spa Village. Sauna has always been at the heart of our wellbeing offering, and Aufguss plays an important role in how we deliver immersive, authentic thermal experiences for our guests. Following the success of the championships here in 2024, it’s a privilege to provide a setting where world-class sauna mastery, tradition and innovation can be experienced at this level.”

— Tara Moore, Associate Director of Spa Operations, Galgorm Resort

Tickets and entry.

Galgorm Resort are offering day and overnight packages starting from just £85 - more details, as well as participant information for competitors, are available via the British Sauna Society website.

To book tickets, plan your visit, or find out how to enter:

www.britishsaunasociety.org.uk/uk-aufguss-championships

When it comes to results-driven skincare, there are non-invasive treatments options for those who want to target concerns from blemishes to radiance and sensitivity, with zero-downtime. LED (Light Emitting Diode) Light Therapy is a standout option in modern skincare combining relaxation with clinically recognised skin benefits to support overall skin health, with no downtime and gradual, visible improvements over time.

Whether you’re looking to enhance radiance, support clearer skin, or complement an age-supporting routine, LED light therapy is a versatile addition to your skincare journey, perfect between spa moments or as part of a longer day of relaxation.

How LED Light Therapy Works 

LED therapy delivers controlled light energy into the skin at varying depths. Each wavelength is associated with specific skin supporting effects, helping to stimulate natural processes such as collagen production, skin repair and the reduction of acne-causing bacteria. 

The treatment is pain-free, relaxing and suitable for most skin types. It can be enjoyed as a standalone experience or as an enhancement to other spa treatments. 

Understanding the Light Spectrum 

Red Light Therapy - For Skin Support & Radiance 

Red light works on the surface and just below the skin to support collagen and elastin production.  

This may help to: 

• Reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles 

• Improve the look of firmness and elasticity 

• Enhance circulation for a healthy-looking glow 

• Support overall skin rejuvenation 

Ideal for those looking to support ageing skin or restore radiance. 

Blue Light Therapy - For Blemish Prone Skin 

Blue light targets bacteria associated with acne and breakouts, making it suitable for oily or blemish prone skin.  

It may help to: 

• Reduce acne-causing bacteria 

• Calm active breakouts 

• Support clearer looking skin 

• Reduce the appearance of redness and inflammation 

Best results are typically seen with consistent use as part of a wider skincare routine. 

Near Infrared Light - For Deeper Support & Recovery 

Near infrared light penetrates deeper into the skin than red light and is associated with supporting cellular repair processes.  

It may help to: 

• Support deeper skin recovery 

• Improve circulation 

• Reduce the appearance of inflammation and sensitivity 

• Enhance the results of other treatments 

It is often combined with red light to complement overall skin support.

LED Light Therapy Treatments at Galgorm 

LED light mask therapy is available within the spa as an optional enhancement to your treatment. Seamlessly integrated into your experience, it allows you to relax while your skin benefits from targeted light therapy. 

Whether added to a facial, massage or spa day, it’s a simple yet effective way to elevate your experience. 

Speak to our Spa Reception team when booking or on arrival and they will be happy to tailor your experience - leaving you feeling restored, radiant and renewed.