Conceived as a warm cocoon open to the elements - a subtle tribute to the Bee, Guerlain’s historic emblem - the Winter Hive reveals a singular architecture where nature and modernity intertwine. Its glass structure, adorned with honeycomb-shaped mirrors, captures the crystalline light of the snowy peaks and melts into the alpine landscape, playing with reflections and transparency. As skiers make their way down the slopes, they glimpse this luminous, ever shifting hive - a jewel nestled at the heart of an immaculate white expanse.

Inside, contrast unfolds: the warmth of wood takes over. Solid oak and thermally refined larch envelop the space with their gentle, natural tones. Selected for their durability, these noble woods are crafted according to ancestral alpine techniques, a tribute to exceptional local craftsmanship.

Every material pays homage to the mountain and to a humble, respectful approach to nature. The design of the Winter Hive embodies Guerlain’s deep commitment to environmental preservation: thoughtfully insulated to retain warmth, using enduring materials, and harmoniously integrated into the landscape. Guerlain blends into nature to magnify it, creating a refuge where inside and outside continually converse. Wherever one stands, the snowy mountain unfolds before the eye - a reminder that the ultimate luxury lies in contemplation and reconnection with the essential.

Spread across 35 m², the Winter Hive unfolds in two distinct spaces:

• THE BOUTIQUE SPACE (20 M²) showcases the Maison’s iconic creations: exceptional skincare, high perfumery, makeup, and exclusive pieces designed for Cheval Blanc. Guests wander as if through a private Guerlain apartment - an intimate, warm setting infused with the Maison’s spirit.
• THE ALCOVE SPACE (15M²) features two armchairs nestled within a honeycomb inspired sanctuary. Here, beauty rituals come to life: facials, hand and foot treatments, and advanced technologies blend into exclusive 30-minute protocols designed for travelers seeking a moment of well-being before or after their alpine escapades.

For the Winter Hive, Guerlain has created a bespoke collection of short treatments, imagined to harmonize with the rhythm of the mountains without ever compromising excellence. These express rituals echo the tempo of the slopes: a regenerating pause between runs, where well-being is experienced in the moment. Ski, pause, and return renewed.

Facial Treatments

• FROST REPAIR: A facial treatment that awakens the skin, thanks to the exceptional repairing powers of honey. For a complexion that looks visibly smoother, plumper, and radiantly youthful.
• BLANC IMPERIAL: An Orchidée Impériale facial that enhances the skin and reveals its radiance, combined with a warm paraffin hand wrap for an experience of ultimate repair and comfort.
• ALPINE GLOW: The ultimate anti-aging ritual, harnessing the extraordinary power of the orchid to deliver exceptional regeneration, restored density, and a sublime youthful radiance.
• LED ADDICTIVE RITUALS: Targeted rituals where LED light enhances the décolleté, neck, eyes, or hair for intensified beauty.

Relaxation Treatments

• AURORE TECH: A luminous ritual where LED technology and expert massage come together to revitalize and enhance your hands or feet.
• SNOW VELVET: A soothing pause to hydrate and repair the hands, infused with nurturing warmth and a comforting massage.
• WINTER COCOON: A cocoon of warmth and softness to relax, nourish, and comfort your feet after exertion.

Alongside these rituals, a curated selection of makeup services is offered - the art of a flawless complexion, a luminous gaze, or an unforgettable smile. Guerlain’s sumptuous textures melt into the skin in a pure sensory delight. Natural or sophisticated, makeup accompanies each alpine moment, harmonizing with powdery snow and mountain light.

In the heart of winter, the Winter Hive becomes a place where time slows. Between pristine snow and precious wood, between ancestral gestures and cutting-edge technologies, Guerlain reinvents the art of self-care. A fleeting moment of grace suspended above the peaks, where beauty resonates with nature, and every treatment becomes a celebration of the essential.

This intimate setting enhances the Cheval Blanc Spa by Guerlain experience, nestled within La Maison Cheval Blanc Courchevel. Within its six treatment rooms, the Spa unveils a new winter menu inspired by the specific needs generated by cold temperatures and high altitude, alongside a fully reimagined scenography. Blending tailor-made rituals and sensorial innovations, it continues to embody the Maison’s Art of Wellness, offering guests a journey where every gesture and detail elevate the present moment.

La Ruche Hivernale and Cheval Blanc Spa by Guerlain open their doors on December 5, inviting guests into a season where the art of care meets the magic of altitude.

Details:

• What: La Ruche Hivernale
• Time: Daily from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
• Where: Cheval Blanc Courchevel