Tucked deep within Costa Rica’s southern highlands, the Estée Lauder Skin Longevity Institute at Hacienda AltaGracia is not a spa in the traditional sense. It is a full-spectrum wellness experience where advanced skin science meets the rhythms of rainforest, mountain air, and slow, intentional living. Located adjacent to one of the world’s five “Blue Zones,” regions recognized for their high concentration of centenarians, the institute draws inspiration from a place where longevity is not an abstract concept but a lived reality. Designed as a destination for renewal rather than indulgence alone, it blends Estée Lauder’s clinical research with AltaGracia’s philosophy of nature-led wellbeing.
For Those Who Seek…
- Science-driven skincare anchored in measurable longevity outcomes
- A tranquil, design-forward spa experience immersed in rainforest surroundings
- Expert-led treatments that balance aesthetics, stress reduction, and long-term skin health
- A refined wellness escape rooted in places known for long, healthy lives
The Setting
The institute sits within AltaGracia’s lush estate, framed by rolling hills, cloud-brushed treetops, and the ambient soundtrack of birds and wind through the canopy. Open-air walkways, natural stone, and warm woods dissolve the boundary between indoors and out. Treatment spaces are intentionally serene—no excess, no distraction—allowing focus to remain on breath, touch, and restoration.
The Estée Lauder Approach
This is Estée Lauder’s first Skin Longevity Institute in the world, developed to translate decades of dermatological research into immersive, human-scale experiences. Every journey begins with a detailed skin analysis informed by Estée Lauder’s longevity science, focusing on cellular resilience, repair, and future skin health rather than quick cosmetic fixes. The proximity to a Blue Zone reinforces this philosophy, grounding modern skincare innovation in a region long associated with vitality and extended lifespan.
Treatments are customized, results-oriented, and rooted in prevention as much as rejuvenation.
Signature Treatments & Rituals
- Longevity Skin Facial
A personalized facial addressing hydration, firmness, and barrier repair using Estée Lauder’s most advanced formulations, paired with sculpting massage techniques. - High-Performance Body Therapies
Restorative body treatments that release tension while supporting circulation and skin vitality. - Mind–Skin Reset Rituals
Experiences that integrate breathwork and mindful pauses, reinforcing the connection between stress reduction and skin longevity.
Each session unfolds at an unhurried pace, with therapists trained not just in technique, but in interpretation—adapting pressure, rhythm, and product selection to the body’s signals.
Beyond the Treatment Room
The spa experience extends into AltaGracia’s broader wellness ecosystem. Guests are encouraged to complement treatments with forest walks, thermal experiences, and quiet reflection spaces scattered across the property. Nutrition, movement, and rest are treated as equal partners in skin health, echoing the lifestyle principles observed in nearby Blue Zone communities.
Why It Stands Apart
What distinguishes the Estée Lauder Skin Longevity Institute is restraint. There is no sensory overload, no trend-chasing ritual menu. Instead, the focus is clarity—clear skin goals, clear science, and a clear sense of calm. Set within a region synonymous with longevity, the experience feels both progressive and timeless.
Keepsakes
You leave with more than luminous skin. There is a recalibrated sense of pace, a deeper understanding of how skin responds to stress and environment, and the quiet confidence that comes from care designed for the long term. At AltaGracia, longevity is not a promise—it is a practice shaped by place, science, and intention.
Estée Lauder Skin Longevity Institute
Hacienda AltaGracia
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