Irene Forte Spa Arrival at The Carlton, Milan

Botanicals sourced from the brand’s organic farm at Verdura Resort in Sicily are routed to The Carlton in Milan’s fashion district to stock the on-site formulations and retail shelves, supporting a compact operation that includes 3 treatment rooms, a thermal area, a gym and a dedicated Forte Vita Bar for express services.

Design, layout and guest flow

The spa’s interiors, conceived by Paolo Moschino with input from Olga Polizzi, favour organic curves and warm palettes — terracotta, honeyed woods and chocolate leathers — which shape circulation paths and create intimate treatment zones. The suite-like layout has been configured to keep back-of-house logistics discrete: storage and product prep are positioned close to treatment rooms to minimize turnaround time between appointments and reduce guest transit within the spa.

Facilities overview

Treatment technologies and skincare protocols

The spa applies a natura e scienza approach: bespoke facials and body therapies use Irene Forte Skincare, crafted around botanicals and four decades of biomedical research led by Dr. Francesca Ferri. All formulations are vegan and clinically approved for sensitive skin. Operationally, every therapist follows standardized Irene Forte protocols to ensure predictable inventory turnover and consistent service delivery.

• 3D skin analysis for tailored treatment plans
• Phytomelatonin Facial with buccal massage, LED and hyaluronic sheet mask
• Peptide Power Facial paired with Tri-Energy microcurrent radiofrequency
• Glow & Lift LYMA Facial using clinical-grade low-level laser

Body work and recovery tech

Non-invasive body treatments include Icoone® for microcirculation and lymphatic drainage and pressotherapy delivered via the Hyperice NormaTec 3 system to enhance circulation and recovery. Massages incorporate ximenynic acid–enriched oils, rose body oil for prenatal care, breathwork and techniques recognised by the Standards Authority of Touch in Cancer Care, as well as volcanic stones from Mount Etna for grounding work.

The Forte Vita Bar: fast-turn, high-impact treatments

The Forte Vita Bar is designed for guests on tight schedules — think shows, meetings or quick stops between customer calls. The core offering is the Base Facial with Tri-Energy Technology (EMS, radiofrequency, LED) delivering visible tightening in 50 minutes. Add-ons such as the LYMA Laser PRO, oxygen therapy and peptide sheet masks can be layered in five to 20 minutes, making it ideal for a city’s fast-paced rhythm.

Retail mix and partner brands

The flagship retail space carries Irene Forte Skincare alongside carefully chosen lifestyle and beauty partners. This mix supports both impulse buys and considered purchases, tying back into the spa’s treatment menu and allowing for cross-selling within the hotel and to visiting shoppers.

• Davines (hair)
• La Bonne Brosse (hair)
• Manucurist (nails)
• Le Rub (SPF)
• Vyrao (fragrance)
• Varley (activewear)
• Lido (swimwear)
• LYMA Laser PRO (face technology)

Equipment and specialist partners

Key technical partners include Stenhal for thermal facilities, Lemi și Maletti for treatment furniture, and Technogym for gym equipment. Treatment technologies on site include Dermalux Flex, Pressotherapy by Hyperice, Sculpta by Déesse PRO, OXYjet GO și Omnilux LED Mask.

Why it matters for guests and yachting travellers

For sailors and charter guests who dock in nearby marinas or arrive by private transfer, the spa offers a reliable stop to refresh before a business lunch or an evening at the opera — think of it as an oasis when you’ve just stepped off a yacht and need to transition from sea to city. The compact operations and express Forte Vita Bar services mirror the quick-turn requirements of yacht schedules, where time is money and comfort is king. As they say, a stitch in time saves nine: a 50-minute Tri-Energy session can save you from looking tired at last-minute soirées.

In short, Irene Forte Spa at The Carlton pairs evidence-based treatments and Mediterranean ritual in a layout built for efficient service, steady supply from Verdura Resort, and a retail strategy that complements on-site therapies. Whether you’re a local seeking restorative thermal routines or a yacht charter guest stopping in between marinas, the spa integrates wellness into Milan’s fashion rhythm. Key takeaways: signature facials and body tech, a fast-turn Forte Vita Bar, a curated retail roster and specialist equipment partners — all set to welcome guests from the sea and the city for a proper reset before they head back to the yacht, beach, lake or next destination in their charter, rent or sale plans across Destinations and marinas, keeping yachting, boating and sailing lifestyles in mind.