Health Update: Wellness leads in VML Intelligence’s Future 100 Report – What Experts Say

Wellness in 2026 and beyond

The report asserts that the wellness industry in 2026 has moved past pampering and self-care into an era of structural resilience, where wellness is no longer just a luxury, but a survival strategy.

“The consumer isn’t looking for a temporary escape, they’re looking for a permanent upgrade,” the report states. “The future of wellness is not about feeling good for an hour – it’s about being ready for anything.”

Seeking resilience

The anchor of this shift is trend #81: Resilience wellness, which states the spa of the future is not just a place to relax, it’s a training ground for emotional and physical elasticity.

“The motivation to seek resilience comes from a desire to withstand uncertainty and find stability in an unpredictable world,” said Eiesha Bharti Pasricha, cofounder and artistic director at private members’ club Maison Estelle, which teamed up with Kamalaya Koh Samui for a four-day Cultivating Resilience retreat last year.

“In essence, the pursuit of resilience is not only about bouncing back but also about moving forward with purpose. Now, more than ever, it is essential to cultivate resilience, drawing strength from within to maintain harmony.”